Show us your waistcoats/Vests?

[Dinerman]

Old Hollywood repurposing even older vests

 

[esteban68]

Very interesting finds DM!

 

[cw3pa]

My Christmas vest. A Schaefer Ranchwear 805 Cattle Baron.

 

[Anthony Jordan]

A nice, albeit rather small, shawl collar white pique dress waistcoat I picked up recently.

 

[GHT]

What a coincidence! My wife made a friend a similar waistcoat just before Christmas. I was so taken with it that she offered to make me one too, but was unable to start on it until after the Christmas/New Year holidays. She finished it last night. When I saw your lovely waistcoat, I did a double take.

 

[Giftmacher]

First one I'd guess 30's
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[Kane]

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

 

[Bamaboots]

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

His vest has a definite western vibe to it (IMO) and looks a lot like a Filson. A search for western style wool vests will pull up some different makers along with the two you mentioned. Another maker I've been looking at recently is Cattle Kate.

 

[Woodtroll]

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

I have two Wyoming Traders wool vests that I really like. They are 22-oz. wool and a little thick, but if you want a snug fit they could still be worn under a coat. They are well made. Worth a look, and a LOT cheaper than Filson:

https://wyomingtraders.com/mens-jackets-vests/

Good luck,
Regan

 

[tropicalbob]

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.

 

[Kane]

Thanks for the great suggestions. Nice stuff.
Cheers!

 

[Woodtroll]

Thanks for the great suggestions. Nice stuff.
Cheers!

I ran across these Orvis vests while looking for something else, and thought of your request. These are thinner and a little dressier (but not cheaper!) They are 10-oz. wool and should work well under a coat or jacket.

https://www.amazon.com/Orvis-Mens-C...141123011&psd=1&keywords=wool+vest&th=1&psc=1

Good luck!
Regan

 

[Kane]

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!

 

[Woodtroll]

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!

Wow, that is a nice gift indeed! The Filson vests are heavy, warm, and well-made; treat this one right and it will literally last a lifetime. I hope you get many years of enjoyment out of this thoughtful gift!

 

[Dm101]

Green silk,
Standard black cotton/poly

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[GHT]

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.

 

[Dm101]

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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Goodness gracious that's nice.
Those pants are awesome as well!

 

[GHT]

Goodness gracious that's nice.
Those pants are awesome as well!

How rude of me, I never did say thank you for your kind compliment, so 27 belated months later, Thank you.

Just like my colourful shirts, my wife has made a number of colourful waistcoats/vests too. The Stars & Stripes was a one off that she made for me when we went to a rather good, July 4th event, at an American airbase. It draw much attention.