WHILE a new waterproof shooting jacket won’t guarantee success on the moor, it should keep you dry and make things that bit easier.

Traditionally, you might expect to gravitate towards a tweed style, but today the best shooting jackets are often made from high-tech synthetic fabrics including Gore-Tex, making them lighter, more comfortable and easier to wear.

A well-built jacket will keep you dry in the field whatever the weather, protecting you from rain, wind and keeping you warm during the winter months as well.

It shouldn’t just keep the elements out though. The best waterproof shooting jacket will be made from a silent material too, keeping any noises that might disturb or spook your target to a minimum.

Other features to factor in are the number of pockets, which are useful for carrying cartridges in; a colour that blends into your environment; and good breathability.

Not all waterproof shooting jackets are equal though. Read on to find out our pick of the best you can currently buy.

Musto Highland Gore-Tex Ultra Lite Jacket

• Musto Highland Gore-Tex Ultra Lite Jacket, £325 from Musto – buy here

Sailing specialist Musto knows a thing or two about keeping its customers dry in extreme conditions, which is why you know you can trust its shooting range to do the same.

On the surface, its Highland jacket might just look like your normal shooting jacket, but it is packed full of technology that more than justifies its price tag.

Musto has used Gore-Tex fabric to keep its wearer protected against water and wind, while retaining full breathability for all but the most intense stalking or beating.

Two large cartridge pockets, two handwarmer pockets and a zipped chest pocket allow you to keep your essential accessories at hand.

Finally, a DWR (durable water repellent) coating has been applied to the outer and inner stretch cuffs to prevent water soaking into the fabrics, keeping you comfortable for longer and speeding up the drying process.

Barbour Classic Beaufort Waxed Jacket

• Barbour Classic Beaufort waxed jacket , £192.95 from Country Attire - buy here

A classic Barbour shooting jacket, the Beaufort perfectly combines functional design with hard-wearing, high performance materials.

Made from the British brand’s iconic Sylkoil waxed cotton, it features expertly designed details including a two-way zip, moleskin-lined hand warmer pockets and a double-zip game pocket at the rear.

While it may have originally been designed for shooting, the great thing about the Beaufort is that it’s also perfect for casual wear. Thanks to its classic design and comfortable fit, you can just as easily throw it on over jeans and a shirt for weekend walks in the city.