Swag Factor: The Best Bomber Jackets In 2022

The Buck Mason Storm Stopper Bomber Jacket tops our list because of its utility, high-quality construction, weather protection, and timeless style. Our tester loves the soft nylon quilted lining interior. In contrast to the soft fabric, the exterior features a DWR coating for weather protection and a loose fit with ribbed trims, which keeps this jacket true to the original bomber jacket style. Between the lining and exterior, there’s a layer of PrimaLoft synthetic fill for maximum warmth, so you can wear this coat in spring, fall or winter.

Our tester also loved the sturdy zipper closure and snap closure front pockets. Their overall impression was that this is a stylish, high-quality, warm statement piece with decent weather protection.

I love the casual feel of the 5.11 Blayr Bomber Jacket. This lightweight jacket is great for casual styling and three-season wear. This model isn’t as much of a statement piece as the other models we feature, but not everyone wants to make a statement. This is a great everyday bomber jacket to have on hand for an evening breeze or brisk spring and fall days.

The Blayr features a center front zip closure, a zippered chest pocket, a tailored fit, and two slash zip pockets for extra storage. The interior fabric is gentle on the skin with minimal irritation. In classic bomber style, there is a ribbed hem, collar, and cuffs.

Unlike many of the clothing brands on this list, Rothco actually focuses on creating military-style clothing. The reason we think the Rothco MA-1 Flight Jacket is one of the best bomber jackets around is that it’s sort of true to the history of the jacket. It’s hardwearing and warm enough to keep you toasty, even inside an unpressured cockpit. It has a water-repellent nylon outer shell and an orange 100% polyester lining. To keep the cold out, it’s got a warm polyester fiberfill lining inside. But the best feature of this jacket is that it’s completely reversible. If for some reason, the outer shell isn’t doing it for you, you can swap it around and have a bright orange MA-1 bomber jacket. It’s like getting two jackets for the price of one.

The collar, cuffs, and waistband are ribbed to give you a comfortable fit. This also gives the effect of making the waist look slimmer and the shoulders broader, which is an added bonus. Like on all classic military coats, the zippers are made from brass, and it’s also got leather tabs. Every part of this coat oozes quality on this classic silhouette. Plus, as you’d expect from a tactical gear company like Rothco, it’s got loads of pockets to hold your essential survival gear. 

Next on our list is the Alpha Industries MA-1 Flight Jacket. If you’re buying a bomber jacket because you want to look good, this classic style bomber jacket is a great choice. For a start, it’s reversible. You can choose from 5 different colors for the exterior, but the bright yellow lining is always the same. It’s made from mid-weight flight nylon that is water-resistant but not completely waterproof. Like many other products on this list, this Alpha Industries Jacket is based on the MA-1 fighter pilot jacket, featuring a design as close to the original as possible.

This fantastic bomber jacket features four pockets, two lower flap pockets, and two interior welt pockets. There’s a ribbed collar, cuffs, and waistband to provide you with the perfect fit. The only slight downside with this coat is that it’s dry clean only, so you can’t just chuck it in the wash with everything else.

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If you liked the last jacket, but you want something even better, you have to check out the Alpha Industries Men’s MA-1 Blood Chit Flight Bomber Jacket. This is one of the best bomber jackets for men on the market, period. Alpha Industries was actually commissioned by the Department of Defense to design and make these MA-1 jackets, as well as MA-1, M-65, and N-3B jackets for soldiers, sailors, and pilots. That means if you invest a little bit more money in this product, you are getting the actual jacket worn by military men in the field. That’s the quality you can trust.

The shell is made from 100% flight nylon, while the fill is 100% polyester. The jacket is also completely reversible and has ribber collars, cuffs, and waistband. This piece of history also has ‘blood chit’ sewn into the inside, which was a message used to identify an airman if they were shot down, to help them avoid capture. If you can afford it, we think it’s well worth the extra money to buy the jacket that was actually worn by fighter pilots.

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If you’re looking for something a little more stylish, check out this Tommy Hilfiger Bomber Jacket. It doesn’t have any flight logos on the side or bright orange interiors, it’s just a simple, great-looking faux leather jacket. It’s not strictly an aviator jacket because it doesn’t have a thick interior made of wool or flight nylon. Instead, the lining is pretty thin, offering a slim fit and making this lightweight jacket perfect for spring and autumn.

It has ribbed cuffs and waistband to make it more comfortable. Plus, the collar is also ribbed and stands up to give it a bit of extra attitude. You get two lower welt pockets on the outside of the jacket and an interior zipper pocket to keep your valuables tucked away. Again, the only downside is that it needs to be hand-washed, but the faux leather is actually really easy to wipe down if you spill something on it. Pair this with faded black jeans and you’ve got a statement look.

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Whenever you buy something from Levi Strauss & Co, you know it’s going to be good quality. And the Levi’s Men’s Ma-1 Flight Bomber Jacket for men definitely upholds that reputation. It’s made from 100% nylon and can be machine washed, unlike a lot of similar jackets. We love how closely it sticks to its military roots and classic jacket style.

The jacket is unfilled and has an orange interior. It’s got the same ribbed cuffs, collar, and waistband that we’ve come to expect on men’s bomber jackets. In terms of storage, this classic bomber jacket only has two lower pockets with snap closure, but it’s got a cool detailed pocket with a zipper closure on the left arm. This jacket was a strong contender to be our Best Choice product as it’s durable, well-fitted, and quite stylish. If you want a beautifully made aviator jacket, without any bright colors of patches, this is the one for you. We’re also big fans of Levi’s Men’s Flight Satin Ma-1 Bomber Jacket – possibly the most stylish satin bomber jacket on the market.

If you haven’t seen this brand before, it’s because they’re only on Amazon. In fact, they’re one of Amazon’s own menswear brands. That means you get the best service in the way of delivery, returns, and everything else. But are the clothes any good? Well, we think the Goodthreads Men’s Bomber Jacket definitely deserves a place on this list. It’s made from the same materials as most of the jackets on this list: the outside of the jacket is 100% polyester, giving it a slightly shiny look. Other than that, it’s pretty standard.

It has two slash hand pockets on each side of the jacket and a useful zip pocket on the left arm. Plus, it has the same ribbed collar, rib knit cuffs, and a ribbed hem as most standard bomber jackets for men. This model is kind of like Levi’s jacket in terms of style. It looks like an aviator jacket, but it doesn’t have any patches or writing on the outside. You’re not going to look like you just climbed out of the cockpit, but we know that some folks prefer more subtle jackets and are not looking to stand out in the crowd.

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Amazon Essentials is Amazon’s budget line of clothing, but they still have some really great products. If you look around the internet, Amazon Essentials has some pretty great reviews. It’s not a really cheap brand, but they make simple style pieces that are more affordable because they don’t feature one of the big name brands.

This Amazon Essentials Men’s Lightweight Bomber Jacket is a simple black bomber jacket that is much slimmer than most of the flight jackets on the market. It has ribbed collars, cuffs, and a ribbed waistband, which makes it fit perfectly around your body. The fact that it doesn’t have a thick lining makes it suitable for cooler weather, but you’d want something more heavy-duty for the winter or extra layers underneath. This lightweight bomber jacket has two slash pockets on the outside, but unfortunately, they don’t have buttons or zips.

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