Filson Mackinaw Work Jacket

[Deleted member 16736]

Haven't noticed this little guy before. It's a smart wool work jacket with flannel-lined body and satin-lined sleeves. Action back. Adjustable waist tabs. Inside pocket. Looks vintage, but it's brand new and returnable if you don't love it. Gray-black plaid is very nice. Looks like something Marlon Brando might've worn in On The Waterfront.

http://www.filson.com/men/coats-jackets/mackinaw-work-jacket-11010776.html#605

 

[Stringmaster]

I just got one today in Navy--sharp jacket! I plan to use it as a sort of business casual jacket for work and for wearing with jeans on the town. I like the vintage vibe--kind of like a fancy mechanics jacket. They do fit big--I'm 5'10" and 162 and bought a small. It's a trimmer fit but not restrictive with the action back.

 

[RMF308]

Yes, it's a great jacket, I have a black and grey one. The jacket is also lined and it's made out of the thicker 26oz Mackinaw wool vs the 24oz wool of the Mackinaw cruiser.

 

[TREEMAN]

That is nice............

 

[IXL]

And......just when I think I can get out...you guys pull me back in........

 

[Deleted member 16736]

And......just when I think I can get out...you guys pull me back in........

There is no leaving the family.

 

[OneEyeMan]

Yeah, I want one too.
Stringmaster, could you possibly post a pic of you wearing yours.
Hard to believe they fit that large.
Thanks.

 

[Stringmaster]

Yeah, I want one too.
Stringmaster, could you possibly post a pic of you wearing yours.
Hard to believe they fit that large.
Thanks.

Had the wife snap a few quick ones. It is a trimmer, more tailored look/fit, but I think it works for this jacket--easy to layer over a heavy flannel, but probably not a heavy sweater (which I wouldn't do anyway). Doesn't feel restrictive. This is the size Small, and I'm about 5'10", 162 lbs, 31-32 waist pants.

 

[OneEyeMan]

Thanks Stringmaster. That looks great on you.
BTW, what's your chest measurement?
I thought I liked the gray/black plaid, but the Navy also looks killer.
I'm only 5' 7", 150 lbs.
Does that mean that I have to buy an XS?

 

[Stringmaster]

Thanks Stringmaster. That looks great on you.
BTW, what's your chest measurement?
I thought I liked the gray/black plaid, but the Navy also looks killer.
I'm only 5' 7", 150 lbs.
Does that mean that I have to buy an XS?

Thanks! I usually wear a 40 regular jacket. You might ask Filson for their recommendation--that's what I did. They show measurements on the website bit think they have more info on the different styles. I used the online chat. There are vendors that offer free shipping and returns like Zappos too.

 

[ton312]

Had the wife snap a few quick ones. It is a trimmer, more tailored look/fit, but I think it works for this jacket--easy to layer over a heavy flannel, but probably not a heavy sweater (which I wouldn't do anyway). Doesn't feel restrictive. This is the size Small, and I'm about 5'10", 162 lbs, 31-32 waist pants.

That's really sharp and looks quite versatile. Could wear that to work or out for fun and be equally comfortable. The two way zipper is a nice touch too.

 

[OneEyeMan]

That's really sharp and looks quite versatile. Could wear that to work or out for fun and be equally comfortable. The two way zipper is a nice touch too.

The 2 way zipper is nice but I don't get it on a shorter jacket.
On a long coat, sure, but on a shorter jacket...

 

[Deleted member 16736]

Another, much cheaper option ($220) is this Johnson Woolen Mills Field Jacket. Hip-length. Button cuffs. Zip pocket. Handwarmer pockets with vintage-style pocket stitching. Wide collar. Quilted back, but not sure about rest of jacket. (For the money, you can have it re-lined in rayon or anything you want.) Assorted colors. Nice in navy.

 

[OneEyeMan]

That is nice Joel. And it comes in a lot of interesting colors.
I wish they listed the wool weight, though. I really need something warm and short.
Now that you started it, does anybody else have other suggestions in a similar jacket?
Thanks.

 

[l0fielectronic]

Now that you started it, does anybody else have other suggestions in a similar jacket?
Thanks.

Ralph Lauren do a lot of jackets in this style, I have an unlined 100% wool jacket and a lined one much like the above only with some leather reinforcements which I picked up just recently on eBay. Despite their high retail prices they seem to sell for very little on there.

 

[Deleted member 16736]

That is nice Joel. And it comes in a lot of interesting colors.
I wish they listed the wool weight, though. I really need something warm and short.
Now that you started it, does anybody else have other suggestions in a similar jacket?
Thanks.

Thanks. I actually like it better now than the Filson model, and it's almost half the price. The pockets on the Filson seem way too high for the jacket. Looks almost awkward to put your hands in them.

Check out this Johnson Mills leather-trimmed wool jac coat in three combinations, including grey wool with black leather.

http://johnsonwoolenmills.com/product/jac-shirts-leather/

There's also this flannel-lined Johnson Mills wool shirt in assorted colors/plaids. Lovely in rich burgundy.

http://johnsonwoolenmills.com/product/flannel-lined-wool-shirts/

 

[IXL]

^^^Those higher-than-usual pocket placements on certain Filson jackets allow one to cradle a rifle/shotgun while keeping the hand in the pocket. At least on any of them in their "hunting" line. It can be a nice feature while strolling across a three acre field toward the blind.

 

[OneEyeMan]

OK, I couldn't stand it so I purchased one of the Filson's in grey/black plaid. Like I said above, I'm 5'7", 150-155lbs soaking wet with a 40" chest. I bought a small and it fits great with room for a sweater if it's really cold. My local dealer sold it to me for $340 so I got a decent deal on it. This is one really nice jacket, with impeccable fit/finish everywhere. The only gripe I have is that there needs to be another button on the cuffs to close them up tighter to keep wind out. Other than that, I love it. I'll try to get some fit pix up later.