The Carhartt Rain Defender® Paxton Heavyweight Hooded Zip-Front Sweatshirt is a durable, heavyweight zip-hoodie designed to keep you comfortable and moving even when the weather turns wet. Built with Carhartt’s Rain Defender® durable water-repellent (DWR) finish and quality fleece construction, this sweatshirt blends classic hoodie comfort with practical weather protection — ideal for workdays, weekend tasks, outdoor jobs, and rugged casual wear. 

Key Features & Specifications

• Material & Fabric
  • 13-ounce heavyweight fleece made from a cotton/polyester blend — typically 75% cotton / 25% polyester, with select colors (like Carbon Heather) in 55% cotton / 45% polyester. 
  • Rain Defender® DWR finish — sheds light rain and moisture so you stay drier while working or outdoors. 
• Construction & Design
  • Full-length antique-finish brass zipper for secure closure and classic styling. 
  • Attached, three-piece jersey-lined hood with adjustable drawcord for coverage and comfort. 
  • Rib-knit cuffs and waistband reinforced with spandex for shape retention and snug fit that helps keep the elements out. 
• Pockets & Utility
  • Two front handwarmer pockets for quick storage and warmth. 
  • Hidden security pocket inside one handwarmer pocket — ideal for storing small items like keys or cards safely. 
  • Carhartt patch sewn on pocket — signature brand detail. 
• Fit & Sizing
  • Loose/Original fit — roomy through the chest and shoulders for mobility and layering over shirts or tees. 
• Care Instructions
  • Machine wash cold with like colors; do not bleach.
  • Tumble dry low; remove promptly; do not iron.