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tweedydon

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BTW, I take it that people who are ordering the Trucker jacket are familiar with just how incredibly tin-like Filson's tin cloth is? I mention this as my tin Packer coat is starting to break in after almost ten years of being used for serious heavy-duty workwear, and my guess is that while his jacket looks uber-cool, it'll be pretty unwearable as a casual jacket. Just thought I'd mention this unless ppl buy this thinking it'll have drape and be comfortable!
 

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Originally Posted by tweedydon
BTW, I take it that people who are ordering the Trucker jacket are familiar with just how incredibly tin-like Filson's tin cloth is? I mention this as my tin Packer coat is starting to break in after almost ten years of being used for serious heavy-duty workwear, and my guess is that while his jacket looks uber-cool, it'll be pretty unwearable as a casual jacket. Just thought I'd mention this unless ppl buy this thinking it'll have drape and be comfortable!
I sure hope it's heavy duty because I plan on wearing the **** out of it. My concern was that it wouldn't be tough enough since the fabric is only 8.5oz.

I think this is a pretty accurate depiction of the fit and fabric of the jacket, with a photo of some worn in tin cloth:
http://mistermort.typepad.com/mister...-on-aylin.html
 

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Originally Posted by PeterParker
I sure hope it's heavy duty because I plan on wearing the **** out of it. My concern was that it wouldn't be tough enough since the fabric is only 8.5oz. I think this is a pretty accurate depiction of the fit and fabric of the jacket, with a photo of some worn in tin cloth: http://mistermort.typepad.com/mister...-on-aylin.html
Same here. I also hope the fabric is as wind-resistant as the description claims. If so, I can wear this throughout the winter. Also, the fabric is 12.5 oz. as per the Filson description. Oil Finish Trucker Jacket Style Number 10502 $188.00 Features Abrasion and wind resistant. Soft brushed moleskin collar and cuffs. 6 metal rivet button front closure. Adjustable metal rivet button cuffs. Adjustable side waist tabs. Fabric Made from 12.5-oz. 100% cotton oil finish Tin Cloth. Sizes S, M, L, XL Care Do not wash or dry clean. Clean spots on surface with a damp cloth. Use stiff brush to clean away loose surface soil or dirt. Country Of Origin United States http://www.filson.com/product/prodpo...ductId=4190861
 

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Interesting. I was going by what was in their catalog booklet.
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Rompson

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Also looks like the jacket in the catalog has a red tab whereas the actual jacket has a white Levis tab.
 

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Tried on a L today in-store and it felt like a "typical" M to me. Didn't get a chance to try a XL.
 

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I could've sworn I saw someone wearing the Type III the other day in Berkeley. It really caught my eye b/c it was so novel and I liked it instantly.

And now I see it's sold out
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My stuff shipped so it looks like we don't have to worry about them pulling some "order canceled" **** for people who used the coupon codes.
 

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saw the jacket in-store today and it definitely fits small. I usually wear small or XS, and the small was too tight across the chest and too short on the arms. Fabric felt very dourable, although not particularly comfortable as a result.
 

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Got ship confirmation on my shirt tonight, looking forward to checking this one out when it arrives. Hope the fit is ok.
 

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