Classic Canvas Work Vest - Brown

SKU: 006681-S

$59.95

In stock

Our Classic Canvas Work Vest appoints the gentleman with the style of a bygone era. A versatile option for any 19th-century wardrobe, add a colorful puff tie or shiny pocket watch to let a pop of personality sparkle through.

A true winner in reproduction waistcoats, this vest features the flat front, higher neckline, and notched lapels seen so frequently in the mid-1800s—give or take a couple of decades either way. Adding to the nostalgic charm are five antiqued brass buttons fastening the front and four inset pockets to accommodate a pocket watch, ticket stub, or other small essentials. A cinch self-back allows for an adjustable fit, and the vest is fully lined with a lightweight fabric. Matched separates are also available in several color options.

Constructed from 100% cotton canvas duck. Imported. Machine wash cold. Available in sizes XS–5X. Tall sizes are available for those who need extra length in the body.

Part of our Canvas Collection.

Note: Pictured vest has six buttons, as it is a tall size with extra length.

Size Guide

Sizing Chart
Size Chest/Torso
(up to)
XS 32"
S 33-36"
M 38 - 40"
L 42 - 44"
XL 46 - 48"
2X 50 - 52"
3X 54 - 56"
(if available)
4X 57 - 59"
5X 61 - 64"
Back length ~ 22".
Talls measure 3" longer.
Measure your largest torso dimension (chest or belly) with a tape measure for best fit.

Please note: this vest has genuine pockets, but they may be sewn shut for cosmetic reasons. More Info.


Mens Sizing Guide

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Monty

Looks great!

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Richard Allison

Perfect fit, well made

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David

It’s the best.

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T. J.

Fit was perfect, stitching buttons all flawless, looks like it belongs on me.,

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darrell howard

Perfect fit and attire for the setting as I lectured on 19th century antebellum Virginia

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Anonymous

Beautifully made. I will wear it many times!

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Randall

Very nice fits well good quality thanks

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Edward Wenzel

Im a Blacksmith and Sawer for a Historical Site so this work vest fits perfectly.

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Anonymous

Good quality

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Kenneth Geu

Nice vest. Exactly what I wanted. Fits well and looks nice.

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Michael Cawelti

Very good in cut and materials. Sturdy.

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Steven Turilli

Historical Emporium is a good company. Will do business with them as long as they have things in stock i like.

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Anonymous

I like the fit, and it's a nice color.

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Randall

I’m proud to wear this

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Dylan

I must just say this is absolutely amazing.
This is a very durable piece of clothing, fits great, feels amazing, absolute quality and worth every dollar.
It is a little expensive but for what you get it’s worth it.
I live in Australia, it took within a week to reach me all the way from the USA, came incredibly quick.
I will be buying here again.

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Elbert Cruze

I like it very much

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Anonymous

My husband wears vests daily and it’s hard to find them in natural fibers so when I found these I thought I might give it a try, we were so surprised! The quality is excellent, and he loves them so much we had to order another as soon as they were back in stock. If anything I think they run actually quite large but he doesn’t mind that so much. Great for concealed carry!

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Thomas Rickman

Perfect fit right out of the box!

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John Ferrell

I love it!! Very good quality, perfect fit!

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Craig Flarida

Very nice and well made it looks like. Heavier than I expected but that’s not an issue for me. Overall at this point I would recommend this vest.

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Michael Handyside

Great vest. Materials are exactly what I wanted. Lined and well made.

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James Herden

Due to your lengthy delay in shipping (the item arrived a few days ago), the event for which it was needed had already passed. Now I'm out a bunch of money and have a clothing item I no longer need. I won't be making any further purchases.

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Pontus Fredling

👍 good quality, comfy, stylish

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Kerin McCue

I like it!

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David Dewberry

Perfect fit and look !!! Very well made and has ample pockets for a pocket watch ! Very pleased with this purchase !!

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Dennis Gilmore

these are great vests, I have other colors that I have had for years. great fit and finish.

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Anonymous

I ordered several items. Everything fits well. I am pleased with all of it. Thank you

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Eugene Jung

Awesome

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Ned Sonntag
Winter Green !

I dunno if Hunter Green is a fairly-new color, 'cause why didn't I order one of these awhile back? It's quite classy and tasteful and coordinates well with any other item in my 'vintage-based' wardrobe. I will say that years back I got a black one of the Canvas Work Vest model(I have 'em in many sizes and colors over the past 2 decades)... and that Black sizeL had AN INNER POCKET! Anyway, just sayin. This one's sort of a Pool Table Baize Green... mavbe a tad darker and more muted but that's the Hue. Oh and iirc I ordered it very late on a Thursday nite basic-shipping and it was AT MY DOOR SATURDAY AFTERNOON! And that was with a Black Friday Discount. I wear Historical Emporium vests all year 'round whenever I leave the house.

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Rich
The real deal

I have all of the work vests in each color except the leprechaun green. They hold up to daily wear and not only provide core warmth but also significant lumbar support. I sit a horse in the summer, sometimes 12-14 hours a day, and from Sept to June am either standing, sitting in a child's school chair, or kneeling all day. I couldn't do so without these waistcoats, they really do serve a purpose. It would be lovely if the lapels were actually stitched to a collar - which also serves a purpose: Keeping wind, dust/dirt, and manure out in a stiff breeze.

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amanda lobaugh
useful pockets!

We use the men's vests for our Gilbert and Sullivan Victorian operetta Revue group and they were all very pleased to have REAL pockets - so many times vest pockets are not functional, so this was added bonus!

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amanda lobaugh
Useful pockets!

We use the men's vests for our Gilbert and Sullivan Victorian operetta Revue group and they were all very pleased to have REAL pockets - so many times vest pockets are not functional, so this was added bonus!

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