opinions on this down vest

[basho]

Looking for a versatile down vest to keep me warm this winter. Daiki Suzuki says he likes this one from Western Mountaineering. It looks like it'd be good for layering under a peacoat, but is it the sort of thing you'd wear as outerwear? I'm not sure I like the shiny nylon. Your thoughts? Thanks!

http://men.style.com/fashion/10_essentials/091508

 

[ToruOkada]

i like that buffalo check jacket better..

 

[robin]

I'd use it as outwear, though I'm in Seattle and can get away with that sort of thing.

 

[Brigden]

What's the scoop on the Buffalo plaid jacket? Very nice.

 

[basho]

Yeah the buffalo check jacket is pretty awesome.

 

[robin]

Originally Posted by Brigden

What's the scoop on the Buffalo plaid jacket? Very nice.
It's a Filson Mackinaw Cruiser.

 

[jet]

Just wear the vest on its own that's what it's for.

I have a waxed olive geller down vest with hood that is pretty dope.

 

[cocostella]

wear it with a nice t or thermal underneath w/ proper trousers and footwear and all will be well.

 

[Ritchee]

That Filson Mackinaw Cruiser is sweet.

 

[basho]

Yeah, it's nice that Filson makes smaller sizes -- I'm looking at a 36. Does anyone have experience with the arm lengths of their smaller pieces? I'm tall and skinny.