About Us

Some outdoor brands are defined by a particular fabric or silhouette. Filson is defined by the conditions its products were made to face. Since 1897, the Seattle-based company has built clothing and equipment around the practical demands of people working, traveling and spending time outdoors. Its early customers included prospectors, loggers, hunters, anglers and explorers who needed dependable protection from challenging weather.

That practical heritage is visible throughout the current collection. Filson makes waxed jackets, wool coats, vests, shirts, sweaters, pants, denim and outdoor layers, along with dedicated hunting, fishing and rainwear categories. The assortment combines traditional workwear influences with contemporary options for everyday outdoor life.

A few materials have become almost synonymous with Filson. Mackinaw Wool provides dense warmth and weather protection, while Tin Cloth is a waxed cotton canvas valued for its water resistance and durability. Rugged Twill and Bridle Leather are also important to the brand's longstanding bag and luggage collection.

Filson's bag collection extends the same philosophy beyond clothing. Backpacks, duffles, briefcases, totes and dry bags are designed around specific carrying needs, from daily commuting to extended outdoor travel. Many classic models use heritage fabrics and leather chosen for durability and long-term service.

The result is a product range with a distinctly Pacific Northwest character: practical, rugged and focused on function. From a Mackinaw Wool Cruiser to a Tin Cloth jacket or a Rugged Twill duffle, Filson continues to build its collection around materials and designs intended to be used rather than simply displayed.