Filson Bag Thread: With Pictures

[CCF1897]

Looking to get a pair of Filson bibs or overalls for winter duty, like shoveling snow and walking dog when it is cold and snowy. Wool or tin cloth? Which do you Filson clothing guys think would be warmer (warmth is the primary consideration for me). Thanks in advance for opinions.

Wool would be much warmer than the Tin. I have the wool pants and they are great. They do not have a liner in them so you have to wear a base layer to avoid itch. They are one of the best outdoor/hunting/cold weather items I have. You won’t regret the bibs or pants.

 

[DuckMan_11]

Looking to get a pair of Filson bibs or overalls for winter duty, like shoveling snow and walking dog when it is cold and snowy. Wool or tin cloth? Which do you Filson clothing guys think would be warmer (warmth is the primary consideration for me). Thanks in advance for opinions.

I just got a pair of double tin hunting pants. They are great in brush and keep you dry, but they are by no means warm. The only warmth you get, is by them not breathing.
I would get wool for what you mentioned.

 

[audog]

Wool would be much warmer than the Tin. I have the wool pants and they are great. They do not have a liner in them so you have to wear a base layer to avoid itch. They are one of the best outdoor/hunting/cold weather items I have. You won’t regret the bibs or pants.

I just got a pair of double tin hunting pants. They are great in brush and keep you dry, but they are by no means warm. The only warmth you get, is by them not breathing.
I would get wool for what you mentioned.

Thanks guys, I was leaning towards the wool anyway, but just was wanting opinions of those who own them. Now I know what wife can get me for Christmas

 

[CCF1897]

Thanks guys, I was leaning towards the wool anyway, but just was wanting opinions of those who own them. Now I know what wife can get me for Christmas

@DuckMan_11 is correct and makes a great point, the tin does not breath well and holds the moisture in,so ultimately can create a problem once you stop moving. The wool breaths great and will be ideal for what you are looking to do.

 

[audog]

@DuckMan_11 is correct and makes a great point, the tin does not breath well and holds the moisture in,so ultimately can create a problem once you stop moving. The wool breaths great and will be ideal for what you are looking to do.

My current dog walk in winter, shovel driveway gear is a pair of Carhartt insulated bibs and coat, they do keep me warm, but are a holdover from pre-retirement and have about 20 yrs of wear and, well don't really fit that well any more as I am about 20 lbs lighter than when working, so time for new gear. Thanks all who responded both here and via DM.

 

[audog]

so I just scored a 48 hr duffel, which I'm planning on using for short weekend trips, and didn't think to inquire, will it fit as a carry-on for airlines? Hoping so

 

[Cbfox]

My current dog walk in winter, shovel driveway gear is a pair of Carhartt insulated bibs and coat, they do keep me warm, but are a holdover from pre-retirement and have about 20 yrs of wear and, well don't really fit that well any more as I am about 20 lbs lighter than when working, so time for new gear. Thanks all who responded both here and via DM.

A bit off topic, but I thought you might appreciate my shovel gear. Circa 1953.

 

[audog]

A bit off topic, but I thought you might appreciate my shovel gear. Circa 1953.
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Based on the Formall, I'd say your driveway is "just a bit" longer than mine.. I can get by with a Toro snowblower and/or a shovel. But like it was said in the movie Braveheart, "some are longer than others......."

 

[Cbfox]

Based on the Formall, I'd say your driveway is "just a bit" longer than mine.. I can get by with a Toro snowblower and/or a shovel. But like it was said in the movie Braveheart, "some are longer than others......."

Not that long to justify the farmall. About 200’x20’. I too could get by with a snowblower. But my grandfather bought it in 1953 and it has been in the family since then so it is hard to give up and it goes well with filson

 

[audog]

Not that long to justify the farmall. About 200’x20’. I too could get by with a snowblower. But my grandfather bought it in 1953 and it has been in the family since then so it is hard to give up and it goes well with filson

Keep it forever, it's a classic and if running, even better!

 

[speedy611]

so I just scored a 48 hr duffel, which I'm planning on using for short weekend trips, and didn't think to inquire, will it fit as a carry-on for airlines? Hoping so

Yes, it’ll be fine. They are excellent bags and the front pockets are very useful. Which color?

 

[mgrennier]

so I just scored a 48 hr duffel, which I'm planning on using for short weekend trips, and didn't think to inquire, will it fit as a carry-on for airlines? Hoping so

The 48 hour will work extremely well as a carry-on.

It’s a great bag. I have it in Otter Green.

 

[flipstah]

New addition to the family!

Can fit a week's worth of clothes, a portable umbrella, spare duffle bag; still has room for undies, socks, toiletries!

 

[audog]

Yes, it’ll be fine. They are excellent bags and the front pockets are very useful. Which color?

Blue

 

[jeradjames]

Bags I took on a two week holiday, couple nights at The Inn at Kenmore Hall