Hancock Vulcanised Articles
Hancock Vulcanised Articles is a British outerwear brand that makes handmade rubberised raincoats in Scotland. It takes its name and 1843 heritage from Thomas Hancock, the pioneer of vulcanised rubber in waterproof clothing.
| Heritage | 1843, Thomas Hancock |
|---|---|
| Made in | Scotland |
| Materials | Natural rubber, local wools |
| Trade show | Pitti Uomo |
| Website | hancockva.com |
What is Hancock Vulcanised Articles?
Hancock Vulcanised Articles, also presented as Hancock 1843, is a British outerwear label rooted in the work of Thomas Hancock, the 19th century pioneer of the British rubber industry who revolutionised waterproof outerwear in 1843 using vulcanised rubber. Hancock later partnered with Charles Macintosh, creator of the original rubberised coat.
Products and positioning
The brand makes handmade raincoats and other outerwear in Scotland, with rubber bonding carried out at an original Victorian factory in England. Its range includes raincoats, coats, blazers, jackets, duffle coats, bags and hats, using locally sourced wools and natural rubber. Coats can be made to order, with customer specified hems, cuffs, fabrics and linings, and styles are identified by article numbers such as the Article 49 double breasted raincoat.
- Handmade rubberised raincoats
- Made to order options
- Natural rubber and Scottish wools
- Small production runs
Distribution
Hancock has presented its collections at Pitti Uomo in Florence and sells through specialist menswear retailers and its own website.
Why it matters
Hancock Vulcanised Articles is one of a small number of labels keeping traditional rubberised coat making alive in Britain. Its made to order, low volume model reflects wider interest in craft manufacturing and in outerwear with documented technical heritage.
Frequently asked questions
Where are Hancock raincoats made?
Hancock coats are handmade in Scotland, with rubber bonding done at a Victorian factory in England.
Who was Thomas Hancock?
Thomas Hancock was a 19th century pioneer of the British rubber industry who used vulcanised rubber for waterproof outerwear in 1843.