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Henderson 5mm Thermoprene Men's John Wetsuit X-Large

SKU: HNDT5MJXL MFR: A550MV-01-XL

Key Features

  • Experience ultimate flexibility with this 5mm neoprene wetsuit for scuba diving.
  • Stay warmer longer in cooler waters with our durable 5mm Henderson Thermoprene wetsuit.
  • Enjoy a secure and comfortable fit with the hook & loop shoulder fastener.
  • Glued and sewn seams enhance the durability of this men's John wetsuit.
  • This 5mm wetsuit offers excellent range of motion for all your diving adventures.
  • Backed by a robust warranty, this wetsuit ensures lasting quality and performance.
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Questions & Answers

DON R : Can this FJ come in XL/Short?
LEISA C : Does this come in the XL Short? Put on weight over Covid but I'm not tall... only 5'5Mario C : in between sizes only made in the 7mm version.
Shopper : do these suits come in xtra large tall?Mario C : only the 7mm version has the XLT size
Ian B : Is this kind of wetsuit good for standup paddling? I would like a thick farmer john I can mate with a jacket for winter paddling. I prefer not to wear a steamer.AUBREY CLIFFORD W : Not sure about how comfortable it would be to paddle in but definitely a good choice to mate with a warmer top, I do the same for scuba.JEFFREY L : The suit fits well and is easy to get into. The knee pads on the suit are just enough to prevent wear on the knee area.
Shopper : Do the John and the jacket come in tall sizes?YAN G : No, they do not.

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2024-04-24T08:23:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect layer addition

Perfect layer to a traveling kit. When you are hitting different sites of a location and the water temperature is fluctuating, this wetsuit is a great addition to your kit

CURT G.

2023-09-25T08:17:51

Rated 4 out of 5

Thumbs up

Bang for the buck it's pretty great. Obviously being a Farmer John water waters can sleep in through the upper arms cut out / chest . but it's a perfect in between point from a full wetsuit and no wetsuit?. for wake surfing alpine Lake Tahoe.

JIM S.

2023-05-12T12:17:34

Rated 5 out of 5

Review & Sizing Comparison

Overall great farmer john wetsuit. I bought this 3mm wetsuit for 70+ air temp, 59+ cold water spring/summer watersports and I think it fits the purpose well. Wetsuit material is the softest and stretchiness I have tried to date. Very little movement restriction in either size I tried with the skin clinging you'd expect from a wetsuit. The stretchiness coupled with the Velcro shoulder strap, no zip entry makes taking the wetsuit on-off a breeze compared to other suits. Sizing My frame: 6'3" 180lbs @ 15% body fat - Athletic build w/ broad shoulders & taller than average torso. I wear 34" inseam and 32" waist in normal pants. Per the provided sizing guide, I determined my body best fit XL Tall (not offered for this suit) so I had to compromise between XL (better weight/chest fit) and XXL (better height fit) - so I ordered both the XL & XXL for testing. XL & XXL measured 29" & 30" inseam and 38" & 40" waist, respectively. Shoulders: XL tugged slightly when strapped but felt acceptable; XXL felt perfect with no excess tug Torso: Both fit surprisingly well Hips/Legs: XL felt perfectly tight and fit while allowing free movement; XXL had groin pleating even after a number of adjustments. 1" less inseam on XL was not an issue as wetsuits are perfectly wearable sitting slightly higher on the shin. I kept the XL and returned the XXL due to the groin pleating and potential for air pockets. The material is stretchy and XL would fit up to 200lbs comfortably. Heavier set people with larger legs may fit better in the XXL.

EVAN L.

2023-01-02T07:57:10

Rated 5 out of 5

thermoprene rocks

Best fitting wetsuit for the in between size. stretchy material and it's very easy to get on and off.

earl w.

2021-12-23T03:41:03

Rated 4 out of 5

great product, stitching poor

I love henderson wetsuits and continuously buy them because I chew them up due to the style of diving I do. I will continue to buy the henderson jacket and farmer john due to how warm they are. For the first time I am unsatisfied with a henderson product. The threading comes apart from all the connected seams and from some places that are not connected seams, like the upper leg. I have tried to glue the places where the threading is coming apart to stop this and it seems to help. I love the henderson sizing to get a proper fit and I usually love their product. I hope they find a better factor for sewing. I gave four stars and will continue to buy because no one else is making this.

Todd A.

2021-07-11T04:32:55

Rated 5 out of 5

Great for us old divers

Brought this along with Henderson's long sleeve shortie to wear when diving in the Atlantic from November to April/May. I've got full one piece suits and at 65 it is becoming difficult to put on and take off my wetsuits. This suit and the long sleeve shortie are simple and easy. You'll find that more weight will be needed but in the end you'll be happy to get in and out with way less effort.

Tom C.

2021-06-14T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

easiest wet suit I've ever had to put on

In my book Henderson makes the best wet suits out there. I have bad shoulders and putting on a wet suit is torture. This suit has the stretch to make it much easier to put on. I gave it only four stars because of two reasons. They don't make the farmer john and jacket in the thermoprene pro and they don't make it in all the different sizes like they do in the one piece suits. I have to wear the 2x size because of it so it is big on me in some areas causing me to feel the bubbles in the suit moving around my body as I swim. I'm sure it hinders some warmth too.

BernardD

2021-03-30T08:19:11

Rated 5 out of 5

keeping warm in the north atlantic

i dive in a cold water environment in Massachusetts and went to his suit to keep my core warm, i very happy with this suit

DOUGLAS E.

2021-01-06T07:48:11

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Farmer John.

Great farmer john, The thermoprene material is great and stretches well. Have used these for years.

DAVID W.

2020-09-30T04:17:52

Rated 5 out of 5

Simple and comfortable

I can't complain at all. It's super comfortable and easy to move around in.

TYLER B.

2019-10-08T07:32:59

Rated 5 out of 5

Henderson farmer johns 7mm

exactly what I ordered; completely satisfied; super fast delivery

JIM H.

2019-09-03T10:21:06

Rated 5 out of 5

Henderson farmer john

I ordered this for my husband and he really likes it. The knee pads are perfect, soft and flexible, not hard and stiff like some other wet suits. I was unsure of how it would fit, never having ordered one on line before, but it is exactly the same measurements as described by Henderson. Last but not least, the price was excellent.

linda j.

2018-11-13T04:09:37

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect for Frostbite sailing.

Sailed Laser with it over most of the winter in Boston. More flexible and much cheaper alternative to drysuit. Sizing instruction right on the spot for medium (I am 5' 9" - ~160lbs).

GEORGES B.

2018-04-17T11:34:56

Rated 4 out of 5

Good johnny, not amazing

For the price I would have liked to see sealed seams. Henderson's 'Thermoprene' is also not my favorite, compared to neoprene it feels stiffer and not as warm. That said it's a good suit and I'm glad to have it, I just think it's a bit overpriced. Favorite part is the no-zip entry.

Luke T.

2018-01-25T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Thomas

The suit is great however I order the jacket and farmers john and one of them wasnt in and had to wait for both pieces before it was shipped. I had opt the additional shipping fee to get the items order in 3 business day and piad for it but the delay was waiting for Scuba.com to get both peices before shipping...kinda defeated the express idea of it.

PeterD

2018-01-21T08:06:31

Rated 5 out of 5

Replacing my lost wetsuit

This was to replace the one Iost in Curaçao so I already knew I loved this suit! FYI: I couldn't remember the size I lost so I went with their sizing chart for my 150lb 5'8” body which was a medium, it was so small I couldn't get it on. LeisurePro was great and got me a large right away with NO additional shipping charges for the return and resending!

STEVE F.

2017-04-06T19:24:40

Rated 4 out of 5

Good fit. Great price.

I have worn Henderson wetsuits since the 1980's. I have had other suits as well over the years but keep coming back to Henderson. Great fit, quality materials and workmanship, reasonably priced. I haven't yet dived with this particular farmer john yet hence the 4 star rating. I fully expect this suit to perform well when I dive this summer.

SEO P.

2016-10-10T10:10:09

Rated 5 out of 5

Another great Henderson buy

Let me qualify this review first. I have not yet made a dive with this suit and already love it. Why? I bought the jacket part of this ensemble several years ago. I bought a medium and had to exchange it for a small, but it is the warmest 3mm wetsuit I've ever worn and I have several. As it moves into fall and the water temps drop I decided on the Farmer John addition. The small fits amazingly well so they also run a bit large. Heading to Dominica in a few weeks and know I'll be the most comfortable diver on the boat. Henderson is the best wetsuit I've found to date.

Mark S.

2015-06-15T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love this set!

My wife and I each have both pieces of this set. The only thing I am disappointed about is Henderson no longer makes the Farmer Jane piece of the set. But the XS mens fits her so we are all good. We love how easy they are to take on and off as well as the ability to mix and match as the environment and water temps demand. I highly encourage anyone to look into this two piece set for themselves.

PHOENIX M.

2015-04-20T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

HENDERSON WARMTH

RECOMMENDED BY MY SCUBA DEALER FOR COLD WATER *(MAY FRESHWATER QUARRY DIVE PENN.)...ONLY COMPLAINT WAS MY FACE WAS COLD...4 DIVES IN EARLY SPRING QUARRY TO 45 FEET...WARM AND COMFORTABLE...WOULD AND HAVE RECOMMENDED THIS TO ANY DIVER GOING EARLY OR CHILLY NORTHEAST WATER...BLUE WATERS!!

Pete

2014-01-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Quality wet suit

Easy to order from size chart ship fast and the quality is great

Chip

2013-11-18T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

JUST WHAT I NEEDED!

GREAT SERVICE & FAST DELIVERY!

Steve

2013-09-11T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

excellent product

great for sport diving

Mel

2013-01-26T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Henderson like new farmer john

Item came as promised and looks brand new. Great deal and I cannot wait to use it! Thanks scuba.com!

ElizabethJ

Henderson Thermoprene Farmer John Specifications

  • Material

    Nylon-2 Neoprene

  • Thickness

    5mm

  • Seams

    Glued & Sewn

  • Closure

    Hook & Loop Shoulder Fastener

  • UPC Code

    0749819518589

Henderson Men's Thermoprene John Wetsuit Size Chart
  X-Small Small Medium Large X-Large 2X-Large 3X-Large
Chest (in) 34 - 36 36 - 38 38 - 40 40 - 42 42 - 44 44 - 46 46 - 48
Waist (in) 29 - 31 31 - 33 33 - 35 35 - 37 37 - 39 39 - 41 41 - 44
Height (ft/in) 5'5" - 5'7" 5'7" - 5'9" 5'9" - 5'11" 5'10" - 6' 5'11" - 6'1" 5'11" - 6'1" 5'11" - 6'1"
Weight (lbs) 125 - 135 135 - 150 150 - 170 170 - 190 190 - 210 210 - 230 230 - 250

16 Accessories for Henderson 5mm Thermoprene Men's John Wetsuit

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  • Body Skin (1)
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About Henderson Thermoprene Farmer John

FEATURED REVIEWS

Perfect layer addition

By CURT G.

Perfect layer to a traveling kit. When you are hitting different sites of a location and the water temperature is fluctuating, this wetsuit is a great addition to your kit

Review & Sizing Comparison

By EVAN L.

Overall great farmer john wetsuit. I bought this 3mm wetsuit for 70+ air temp, 59+ cold water spring/summer watersports and I think it fits the purpose well. Wetsuit material is the softest and stretchiness I have tried to date. Very little movement restriction in either size I tried with the skin clinging you'd expect from a wetsuit. The stretchiness coupled with the Velcro shoulder strap, no zip entry makes taking the wetsuit on-off a breeze compared to other suits. Sizing My frame: 6'3" 1...

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Divers seeking a great value will appreciate Thermoprene's balance of performance and price. The material combination delivers greater flexibility and improved features not found in standard neoprene wetsuits, yet at a reasonable cost, perfect for the cost-conscious buyer. Thermoprene is crafted from a high-quality neoprene and a low pill fabric. It has 75% more stretch than standard neoprene, so while it is not as flexible as Henderson's Thermoprene Pro or TherMAXX lines of products, it still boasts significant comfort characteristics. The 180% stretch Thermoprene is noticeably easy to don, pulling over the shoulders and around the torso with less huff and puff than standard wetsuits. Also, the fabric's exterior stands up extremely well to the wear of BC straps and weight belts with its pill/abrasion-resistant exterior laminate.

One of the most versatile systems in wetsuit design, the classic john and jacket combo gives divers the option of layering up for cold waters or using a single layer in warmer climates. The base layer of this combo, the Thermoprene 5mm John is prized for its durability. The John has seams that are glued and sewn, which seals off stitched areas and drastically reduces water entry. A simple hook-and-loop closure at the shoulder. Freedom Flex kneepads guard the lower leg from bumps and scrapes without inhibiting natural movements and the spine pad adds warmth. Each Henderson wetsuit benefits from five decades of design experience. The Thermoprene cut allows for an optimal fit while visually enhancing the diver's physique. Creature comforts include Spandex trim, spine and lumbar pads. Flexibility, comfort and core warmth are all hallmarks of the Thermoprene John. Suit is available in multiple sizes and is black in color.

Henderson Thermoprene Farmer John Features

  • 5mm Thermoprene Men's John Wetsuit;
  • High Quality Nylon-2 Neoprene
  • 75% More-Stretch than Standard Wetsuit Material
  • 180% Stretch Thermoprene, Noticeably Easy to Don
  • Glued & Sewn Seams
  • Pill/Abrasion-Resistant Exterior Laminate
  • Fantastic Value, Thermoprene Ideal for Budget-Minded Divers
  • Contoured Fit: Helps Keep Water Exchange to Minimum
  • Spandex Trimmed
  • Durable Freedom-Flex Knee Pads
  • Spine & Lumbar Pads
  • Hook & Loop Shoulder Fastener
  • Ideal for Both Local Waters & Exotic Destinations
  • Option of Layering Up for Cold Waters
  • Available-In Multiple Sizes
  • Color: Black

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 120 months.

Key Features

  • Experience ultimate flexibility with this 5mm neoprene wetsuit for scuba diving.
  • Stay warmer longer in cooler waters with our durable 5mm Henderson Thermoprene wetsuit.
  • Enjoy a secure and comfortable fit with the hook & loop shoulder fastener.
  • Glued and sewn seams enhance the durability of this men's John wetsuit.
  • This 5mm wetsuit offers excellent range of motion for all your diving adventures.
  • Backed by a robust warranty, this wetsuit ensures lasting quality and performance.

What's in the box:

  • 5mm Thermoprene Men's John Wetsuit
  • MFG 10 Year Limited Warranty on Zipper & 5 Year Limited Warranty on Material and Workmanship & 1 Year Limited Warranty on Others