It is very heavy, but it is extremely soft and warm. I don't wear coats a lot, but a jacket like this is nice and rugged. If it gets dirty, it is easy to just throw in to a normal wash and not worry about drying it. It also fits extremely well. I can never find jackets or shirts that fit, especially in the sleeve as I am 6'8" with a wing span of about 7'. I believe I even have room to grow. I first ordered the XX-Large Tall, but it was huge.