I really love the construction of the jacket. People notice immediately that it is a quality piece of clothing. I like the side pockets…wallet can be tucked on the left and my phone fits perfectly in the outside and inside pockets. (I must say that I'm still figuring out what to do with the long chest pocket.) There is something minimal and clean about the design I like even though it has so many details. I've never had a selvage jacket before. The fabric is still pretty stiff, but there are already signs after a week or so that it will break in nicely, especially at the fold of the arms. The 16.5 oz weight is good for fall through spring. I'm not sure if it'll be too much in the summer. Layering makes sense to me because the denim is at least initially a little hard on your bare arms. I'm a tall guy who doesn't like his stuff too boxy, so the size L worked well for me. I even wrote Tony about sizing and he wrote me back pretty much immediately with a helpful email. Great product! And the pencil is a funny touch!
This is one fine coverall jacket. The materials and construction are incomparable and the value is extraordinary. The coat fits perfectly for my 40R with enough room for for a light sweater and a full range of movement. Both functional in design and aesthetically attractive for those of us who want something utilitarian but not frumpy. I'll wear it while chain-sawing and chopping firewood this spring. Bruce, Somewhere in Northern Ontario