Strong weight-to-feature ratio
At 356 g it retains long vents, helmet hood, durable waterproofing and two useful pockets.
Norrøna
Men's falketind GORE-TEX Jacket 1834-24
A 356 g technical-fit shell using 30D three-layer GORE-TEX ePE, 28,000 mm waterproofing, long vents and helmet hood.
- Score
- 6.7/10
- Life
- 8 yrs
- Cover
- 5 yrs
Price history
$599.00
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Product Overview
Norrøna's current falketind 1834-24 is a versatile technical-fit mountaineering shell made from 101 g/m² three-layer 30D GORE-TEX ePE with recycled nylon face and backer. Norrøna publishes 28,000 mm waterproofness, RET below 13 and 356 g weight in size L. Long two-way underarm vents, mid-mounted poc...
$599.00
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- OverviewBrand
- Norrøna
- OverviewProduct category
- rain-jackets-and-shells
- OverviewExpected lifespan
- 8 years
- Dimensions & WeightWeight
- 0.356 kg · In size L
- Warranty & ServiceWarranty
- 60 months
Why We Love It
The features that make this product stand out from the competition.
Five-year written warranty
Norrøna states a concrete five-year term instead of only vague lifetime language.
Repair and care support
The brand publishes repair ordering, product care and factory information alongside the product.
Detailed Quality Score Breakdown
Core Performance
Primary Performance
8.4
rain jackets and shells fit is backed by rain jackets and shells materials and the current 8.4 score.
Feature Richness
7.3
Feature set stays practical for rain jackets and shells without adding obvious replacement pressure.
Build Quality
7.8
rain jackets and shells materials and reinforced construction signals support the 7.8 build score.
Reliability Score
7.2
8-year expected life, 5 years, and repair access support dependable use.
Longevity
Durability Rating
7.0
8-year expected life is supported by rain jackets and shells materials and maintainable ownership signals.
Wear Resistance
7.1
rain jackets and shells materials is scored against travel abrasion, handling wear, and expected cosmetic aging.
Component Replaceability
5.2
Repair and parts access keep worn components from defining the whole product lifespan.
Design Timelessness
7.4
Simple rain jackets and shells design avoids trend-led replacement during the 8-year window.
Serviceability
Repairability
5.2
Repair access is included in the score; verify regional parts and service before buying.
Spare Parts Availability
5.1
Norrøna support and parts access inform the long-term service score.
Warranty Coverage
7.2
5 years backs the expected 8-year ownership window.
Service Network
5.7
Norrøna support plus regional service availability drive this score.
Value
Total Cost of Ownership
6.7
$599 over 8 years is helped by repair access and long service life.
Resale Value Retention
6.1
Norrøna reputation and long-life materials support resale confidence.
User Satisfaction
7.8
Owner reputation is reflected until WeBuyItForLife.com has more direct owner reviews.
Total Cost of Ownership Calculator
The sticker price is just the beginning. Use this tool to estimate the true long-term cost of this product. Adjust the sliders based on your expected usage and care to see how the value holds up over time.
Buy box purchase price$599.00
Based on your estimates, the true cost is:
$5.24 / month
$62.91
Per Year
$503.24
Over 8 years
Calculation: (Purchase Price + Total Maintenance - Resale Value) ÷ Lifespan
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will the Men's falketind GORE-TEX Jacket 1834-24 last?
The Men's falketind GORE-TEX Jacket 1834-24 by Norrøna is built to last 8+ years under normal use. This estimate is based on our analysis of build quality (7.8/10), durability rating (7.0/10), and wear resistance (7.1/10).
Is the Men's falketind GORE-TEX Jacket 1834-24 easy to repair?
The Men's falketind GORE-TEX Jacket 1834-24 scores 5.2/10 for repairability and 5.1/10 for spare parts availability. Some repairs may require basic tools, and spare parts are moderately available.
What warranty does the Men's falketind GORE-TEX Jacket 1834-24 come with?
The Men's falketind GORE-TEX Jacket 1834-24 comes with a 60-month (5 year) warranty from Norrøna. Our warranty coverage score is 7.2/10, and the service network score is 5.7/10.
Is the Men's falketind GORE-TEX Jacket 1834-24 worth the price?
At $599.00, the Men's falketind GORE-TEX Jacket 1834-24 has a total cost of ownership score of 6.7/10 and resale value retention of 6.1/10. With an expected lifespan of 8 years, the cost per year works out to approximately $74.88 — which is competitive for its category.
What is the overall BIFL quality score for the Men's falketind GORE-TEX Jacket 1834-24?
The Men's falketind GORE-TEX Jacket 1834-24 achieves an overall BIFL quality score of 6.7/10, evaluated across 15 quality dimensions including core performance, longevity, serviceability, and value. This is a solid score indicating good overall quality and longevity.
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