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by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Filson 110-Year Dry Tin Cloth Cruiser Jacket

Filson Dry Tin Cloth Cruiser Jacket.

It’s always inspirational to see how a heritage menswear retailer dives into its own archives to mine its past for, among other things, the best spring menswear. And at a time of year when blustery weather gets more fierce by the day, and at a time when the best spring jackets for men are a must-have, there’s nothing quite like the chance to score a rugged, heritage-worthy archival style with loads of history and modern performance.

And that jacket, my friends? It’s the Filson Dry Tin Cloth Cruiser, which Filson just revamped for the famed jacket’s 110th anniversary.

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110 years is a heck of a lot of dependability and reliable performance, and Filson certainly knows a thing or two about styles made to go the distance. The specs on this jacket nod to its history as a piece of outerwear prized by foresters who, as Filson says, were “cruising timber ahead of logging crews.”

As it were, the first edition of the Filson Cruiser used the outfitter’s famed Mackinaw Wool, while a waxed canvas version then followed — and the 2024 edition of the Filson Dry Tin Cloth Cruiser uses that same abrasion-resistant duck canvas (although a 1970s edition featured water resistance, minus the waxed treatment).

Are you still with me? The point stands that the rugged, tough-as-nails Filson Dry Tin Cloth Cruiser boasts hard-wearing fabric, plentiful pockets for your everyday carry, durable snaps and a puncture-resistant build.

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The handsome and yet rugged Filson Dry Tin Cloth Cruiser is one of the toughest jackets on the market, whether worn with hard-working canvas pants on the job or with some Filson indigo denim alongside your favorite henley for grabbing another round of cold Friday night beers.

Whatever your next spring outing requires of you, the historical and historically tough Filson Dry Tin Cloth Cruiser is up to the task — and then some.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Filson Field Jac-Shirt – One of the Best Spring Shirt Jackets

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The right blend of form and function is crucial to winning the day in matters of spring style — you know this well if you read the blog on the regular, of course. And as we roll into the breezy, blustery, balmy days of spring, there’s perhaps no brand better equipped to outfit you with spring style essentials than Filson.

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The legendary Pacific Northwest heritage outfitter makes some of the best waxed jackets on the market, and they also have a specialty in all sorts of rugged, durable layers (like one of the best shirt jackets). And that heritage certainly lives on in fine form with the Filson Field Jac-Shirt, part of a recent wave of Filson New Arrivals that demand some serious space in your closet.

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Made from sturdy yet supple 9.5oz. cotton for durable performance on breezy spring days, this rugged shirt jacket takes inspiration from old-school military fatigues — would you expect anything else from Filson? They’ve also modeled the latest take on the shirt jacket from Filson’s original Jac-Shirt, another sign of reliable performance and quality.

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Better still is the fact that the Filson Field Jac-Shirt comes in a garment-washed design for an easygoing feel that works as well over a classic T-shirt as it does your favorite short-sleeve henley.

And of course, the Filson Field Jac-Shirt is built with style points galore, the timeless Army Green colorway very much included. A hard-wearing shirt jacket is a spring style essential, and it gets no better than this one from Filson.

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Filson Eagle Harbor Jac Shirt – One of the Best Spring Shirt Jackets

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As we move slowly but surely into spring, it’s high time to take stock of your rotation of the best spring jackets, is it not? Spring conditions, with the potential for everything from blustery weather, rain and wind to sunshine, call for some of the hardest-wearing, hardest-working gear on the market — gear from Filson, to be more specific.

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The Pacific Northwest heritage brand is a personal favorite for its emphasis on heirloom-worthy quality, tough performance and style points in equal measure, something they’ve emphasized for over a century now. And given the company’s Seattle roots, it only makes sense that a rugged outerwear pick like the Filson Eagle Harbor Jac Shirt would get the job done in fine form this season.

The Filson Eagle Harbor Jac Shirt is about as tough and hard-wearing as it gets, with an easy-on, easy-off snap button front placket, two sturdy button chest pockets for your everyday carry and of course, the outfitter’s legendary, weather-ready fabric. When it comes to the Filson Eagle Harbor Jac Shirt, that fabric happens to be a water-resistant waxed cotton that’ll get even better with age.

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As the iconic company says, they modeled your new favorite shirt jacket “after our original wool Jac-Shirt that’s been an outdoors staple since the mid-1970s,” and that’s a heritage-minded point worth keeping in mind. The waxed cotton of the Filson Eagle Harbor Jac Shirt should easily stand up to wind and rain, proving useful to layer over everything from a thermal Filson henley to a classic T-shirt to, say, a lightweight Filson flannel shirt.

It’s rugged enough to wear with dark blue jeans, cool enough to wear with olive chinos and overall, the Filson Eagle Harbor Jac Shirt is up to just about any challenge this early spring — style-related, weather-wise or anywhere else.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Filson Foul Weather Jacket Is Ready for Anything This Season

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A brand like Filson just gets it, so to speak — they know how to build some of the toughest gear on the planet, with roots that date back a century and a knowledge of rugged durability. They’ve outfitted explorers and prospectors, and they now stock a full lineup of men’s style essentials built for just about anything these days.

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Filson men’s jackets are surely no different, especially when it comes down to the Filson Foul Weather Jacket. The key is the exterior in terms of toughness, which is built from the company’s famed oil finish Shelter Cloth.

That means it can stand up to wind, rain, snow and just about anything else you throw at it. Plus, the Filson Foul Weather Jacket is lined in the outfitter’s soft-yet-durable Cover Cloth fabric, and it only gets better from there.

You see, the iconic heritage outfitter thought of just about everything, using a seamless shoulder design for maximum ease of movement and even more room for layering without overdoing it. And the Filson Foul Weather Jacket has historical roots, too: The brand based it on an archival rain coat style, then updated it with those modern bells and whistles.

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A snap-close storm flap and oversized removable hood deliver ideal protection, as does a collar latch, sure to come in handy on especially brisk days. Snap-tab sleeve cuffs offer an even further customizable fit and weather-ready protection, and it certainly seems to be the case that the Filson Foul Weather Jacket covers every possible situation and environment. If that sounds like a trusty winter jacket you should keep on hand, do yourself a favor and invest accordingly this winter.

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The New Filson Mackinaw Wool Cruiser Jacket Is an Heirloom Winter Jacket for Men

First off, my friends: Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! What a momentous day — here’s to spending it with family and friends, surrounded by holiday cheer, great eats, delicious beer and whiskey and of course, a hearty dose of the most rugged men’s style essentials on the market from Filson. At any rate, thanks for taking some time out of your day to swing by The Style Guide. Now, on to business!

The classic style purveyors at Filson are a brand that’s certainly on my radar this season (and well beyond). Perhaps you were even lucky enough to have Santa leave you some of the best menswear from Filson under the tree.

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If not, or if you perhaps received a Filson gift card, let’s start with at least one idea to spend that cash (beyond one of the best men’s denim jackets or a classic Filson flannel shirt, of course). The Filson Mackinaw Wool Work Jacket takes what you know and love about the Pacific Northwest heritage brand, and somehow makes it even better for today’s modern man.

You see, the Filson Mackinaw Wool Work Jacket knocks it out of the park in every way (and it’s not the first time you’re reading a Filson review of this style here on the blog, either). The rich Heather Plaid colorway gives it a distinctive, old-school look, but that aesthetic is just the tip of the iceberg.

Filson turned to its extensive archives and then updated this jacket in hearty, super-thick 24oz. Filson wool for extreme warmth, keeping you toasty in frigid outdoor conditions. That wool is still naturally breathable despite its heavy weight, ensuring you can layer to your heart’s content with a Filson thermal shirt or one of the best Filson flannel shirts.

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The hip length of the Filson Mackinaw Wool Work Jacket closely rivals classic trucker jackets, while details like snap-flap pockets make for ideal storage space (and easy operation when wearing gloves). The foldover collar can be popped against the wind, while the fit itself should also offer a nice amount of room for cold-weather layering.

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And yes, the Filson Mackinaw Wool Work Jacket doesn’t boast the down insulation of one of the best men’s parkas, for instance, but I’d wager it’s going to be plenty warm while delivering on rugged style to a T. In my book, that sounds like as good a post-Christmas purchase as any, my friends. Once again, happy holidays, stay stylish and we’ll see you back here tomorrow!

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Filson Lined Denim Short Cruiser Jacket – A Rugged Seasonal Staple

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‘Tis the season, if you ask me, to layer up in rugged fashion, and there’s no time like the present to add a few tools to your rotation in that regard. Take the Filson Lined Denim Short Cruiser Jacket, for starters. The silhouette is a classic from the famed Pacific Northwest brand, which already makes some of the most rugged and finely crafted menswear on the market.

That lineup includes one of the best flannel shirts and the toughest work jacket out there, to name but a few essentials from the century-plus-old brand. Well, my friends, in time for Thanksgiving (and well beyond), get ready to ramp things up even further.

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That’s because the Filson Lined Denim Short Cruiser Jacket is built to impossibly tough standards, with rugged detailing throughout — but beyond that, it’s also on sale right now for 30 percent off. Yes, that’s right, my friends.

Filson, which rarely runs sales, just launched the Filson Black Friday Shop, featuring some excellent discounts on durable, dependable picks from the brand. That rotation includes outerwear, selvedge denim, Filson Tin Cloth bags and shirting, and each is crafted to the brand’s exacting standards. How’s that for a holiday menswear deal, ehh??

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But back briefly to the Filson Lined Denim Short Cruiser Jacket (it’s marked down below $320, now through November 26th). It’s made from raw indigo selvedge denim from Cone Denim Mills, an increasingly rare commodity utilizing some of the best selvedge denim on the market.

Then, Filson lines the Filson Lined Denim Short Cruiser Jacket with its Alaskan Guide Brushed Flannel fabric for exceptional warmth. Metal shank buttons provide standout durability, while the hip length of the Filson Lined Denim Short Cruiser Jacket provides coverage for days working in the yard or nights at your favorite brewery.

When you throw in the fact that it’s up for grabs at a discount for a very limited time, well, I’d say you’ve just found your new favorite winter jacket. What more could you ask for from Filson?

by Beau H.

Style Pick of the Week: Filson Alaskan Guide Shirt – Your New Everyday Fall Flannel Shirt

Filson Alaskan Guide Shirt review.

Every year, as crisp weather rolls into town, I sort out my wardrobe and try to go back to basics — I’m sure you’re much the same way, and we’ve surely talked a lot about fall style essentials aplenty these past few weeks. Well, that shows no signs of slowing down today, as we’re knee-deep (or neck-deep?) into talking about a certified seasonal style classic, one of the best flannel shirts for men.

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Yessir, the Filson Alaskan Guide Flannel Shirt is a personal favorite of mine, and it calls to mind the rugged, durable shirts worn by my great-grandfather, my grandpa and my dad on brisk fall and winter days.

Beyond that though, your new favorite flannel shirt is built to last, it’s as functional as ever and yes, it’s got a dash of style points thrown in, to boot. I wear my own version of the Filson Alaskan Guide Flannel Shirt about as often as I can, and I always welcome seeing this timeless staple in new fall colors (keep scrolling for more).

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Like the trusty Filson Tin Cloth Work Jacket, it’s a design rich with history from the Filson archives, which is precisely the kind of fall style move you can hang your hat on (literally, in this case). The Filson Alaskan Guide Flannel Shirt is one of the sturdier shirts in the brand’s rotation, made from a tightly woven and brushed cotton twill that makes it warm when you need it to be warm — perhaps atop a Filson thermal shirt — and yet comfortable on more temperate days.

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Two oversized flap chest pockets provide the utility you need as a true workshirt, but the Filson Alaskan Guide Flannel Shirt is also a fine option as one of the best men’s flannel shirts when worn in casual style situations (perhaps with your new favorite pair of blue jeans, for instance).

However you choose to wear it, in whichever color you’ve got your eye on, this durable shirt goes the distance — and then some. Don’t round out your fall wardrobe without it.

by Beau H.

The Thursday Buy: The Filson Tin Cloth Cruiser Jacket is Back for Fall, and Better than Ever

Filson Tin Cloth Cruiser Jacket review.

Some menswear essentials never really leave — they never quite drift from your mind or from your consideration as you build out your wardrobe season after season, and Filson personifies that approach to a T. Though the brand has grown from a Pacific Northwest outfitter into a bona fide fashion favorite, the Seattle company still makes some all-time classic pieces season after season, mostly with remarkable consistency.

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Lofty praise though that might be, the Filson Tin Cloth Cruiser Jacket fits the bill very nicely. It’s a certified legendary piece, made with the brand’s ultra-rugged, hard-wearing Tin Cloth fabric and designed with plenty of pockets for your everyday carry. Filson calls it the “jacket that started it all,” and they certainly haven’t missed the mark there.

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It’s available in colors like Military Green or Filson’s classic Dark Tan in terms of style points, but it’s the water-resistant exterior, the sturdy yet malleable dry canvas Cover Cloth lining, and the durable hardware that really ups the ante.

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‘ll keep it simple today: If you’re going to get one casually rugged men’s jacket for fall, invest in one you’ll have for a long time — invest in one of the best Filson jackets on the market, my friends.

by Beau H.

The Tuesday Steal: Get 25 Percent off Gear in the Filson Last Chance Section

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It’s easy to compile a list of the best menswear essentials, the sort of rugged gear you can’t live without. But’s not so easy, at times, to find that same rugged gear on sale, right? Not so fast, my friends. Meet the Filson Last Chance section, which is just about as close as it gets to walking into a Filson store or outfitter and finding some of your most coveted menswear picks on a clearance rack.

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As to be expected, Filson doesn’t run these types of discounts all that often, so if you’ve had your eye on something like the Filson Dryden Briefcase, well, you’re not quite in luck this time around. And yet, if you want access to a bit of everything else, be it Filson’s men’s jeans, a lightweight Filson shirt or a rugged Filson jacket (like one made from soft fleece or warm down), then you’re certainly in luck.

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In fact, a personal favorite of mine might be the 25% discount on the heavy-duty Filson Pioneer T-Shirt, a T-shirt I’ve put through the ringer on trips to Minneapolis and beyond this summer.

Think of it like an optimal time to either score a deal on a piece you can wear right now, like a durable tee or a breezy buttondown, or else a chance to get a cold-weather essential just a bit early. That’s what the Filson Last Chance Sale can do for you right now — the only question is, how do you plan to wear your Filson gear what’s it’s in your wardrobe?

by Beau H.

See Now, Buy Now: The Filson Dryden Travel Briefcase Is Perfect for Your Next Summer Getaway

Filson Dryden Travel Briefcase.

I don’t know about you, but I’m of the opinion that, within reason, every part of your #OOTD should clear a very high bar: Rugged quality, durability, utility and versatility. Those pillars hold true for all kinds of menswear essentials, from a better-quality merino T-shirt to comfortable joggers for WFH days — and of course, it holds true for the travel gear you bring on the road as you get back out into the world.

Over the years, I’ve found that this is where famed Pacific Northwest heritage outfitter Filson comes into play. Be it one of the best summer shirts for men or everyday carry gear, I’ve found that Filson always hits those key metrics, and of course, Filson bags and luggage are no slouch, either. That’s why we’re here today, in fact.

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You’re probably well-acquainted with Filson if you read the blog, but if not, here’s a great place to start as you gear up to hit the road. In this case, I’m talking about the impossibly rugged, seriously cool Filson Dryden Travel Briefcase, which I took with me on a recent freelance trip to Portland, Oregon.

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I was certainly able to put this bag through its paces as one of my stylish carry-on bags, and believe me when I say it more than lived up to my (admittedly very high) expectations. This dependable travel briefcase is like a souped-up version of your standard laptop bag or messenger brief.

And yet, it’s made with all the bells and whistles you’d expect from a brand that’s been making rough-and-tumble gear for more than a century.

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For starters, it’s crafted from abrasion-resistant, water-repellent 1,000-denier nylon — that makes it the good stuff. Yet, that material doesn’t weigh down the bag, even with my Dell laptop, a book, a notebook and essentials like stylish sunglasses in tow. That brings me to my next point: The Filson Dryden Travel Briefcase offers tons of storage space, with deep front zip pockets finished with handsome leather pull tabs.

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The Filson Dryden Travel Briefcase is also finished with a tough yet comfortable, thick shoulder strap. The hardware is all vintage Filson in terms of design, and I expect it to get better with age. There’s also a back zipper pocket for quick access to other EDC essentials, and two interior slotted pockets.

In my estimation, the Filson Dryden Travel Briefcase keeps on going and going in terms of rugged performance, and that should only hold true with age. The next time I hit the road, there’s no doubt I’m bringing the Filson Dryden Travel Briefcase with me — you should certainly do the same!