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Hi folks,
I thought I would post to this older thread rather than starting a new thread and creating clutter.
I really like cw3pa’s vest (see above) and would like to acquire a similar vest. I am looking for old-timey style, wool, something heavier than a suit vest but thin and fitted enough to wear under a jacket, me being 6’2” between 175-180# depending on the season.
For new I am seeing Filson and Schaefer....so, what say you, Filson or Schaefer? or is there something else to consider?
Thank you
Hi folks,
I thought I would post to this older thread rather than starting a new thread and creating clutter.
I really like cw3pa’s vest (see above) and would like to acquire a similar vest. I am looking for old-timey style, wool, something heavier than a suit vest but thin and fitted enough to wear under a jacket, me being 6’2” between 175-180# depending on the season.
For new I am seeing Filson and Schaefer....so, what say you, Filson or Schaefer? or is there something else to consider?
Thank you
Aero Leather has some very nice Harris Tweed vests on their "Aero Clothing" page that I'm considering for a (much deserved) Christmas present to myself. They're in a 1930's style and can be bought with matching trousers. Also, Orvis just came out with a very nice-looking dark olive-green corduroy vest that's currently tugging at my heartstrings. Good luck and all the best.Hi folks,
I thought I would post to this older thread rather than starting a new thread and creating clutter.
I really like cw3pa’s vest (see above) and would like to acquire a similar vest. I am looking for old-timey style, wool, something heavier than a suit vest but thin and fitted enough to wear under a jacket, me being 6’2” between 175-180# depending on the season.
For new I am seeing Filson and Schaefer....so, what say you, Filson or Schaefer? or is there something else to consider?
Thank you
Thanks for the great suggestions. Nice stuff.
Cheers!
Thanks again, guys, and just to follow up:
At Christmas I opened a box from my daughter and low-and-behold, there was a lovely Filson Western Vest in charcol color in the box. This kid is amazing. I have no idea how she knew I was looking for a wool vest with lapels, perhaps she over heard something, but she loves giving people the most thoughtful gifts. She also gave me a Gordon Parks photo book based on scenes from the Ralph Ellison novel, “Invisible Man”, which is both of ours favorite novel. Last year it was a martini gift basket, the year before a Benchmade folder and Swiss Army Farmer pocket knife. The kid has good taste. Anyway, the Filson vest is really nice, and I probably would not have bought it for myself due to its price, so what a treat. BTW, Amazon is selling the Woolrich Ruxton vest for $39 right now. Cheers, and Happy New Years!
My new Oxford Bags, (baggy trousers) took a lot of material to make. My missus, who made them, misjudged the amount of material needed, resulting in quite a bit of leftover fabric. So, clever girl that she is, she used that material to great effect and made this fine waistcoat. The attention to detail is incredible, she is a true talent and I am one lucky fellow.
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How rude of me, I never did say thank you for your kind compliment, so 27 belated months later, Thank you.Goodness gracious that's nice.
Those pants are awesome as well!