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

Customer Photos (12)

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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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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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Richard C Langsen
Really like Canvas for Farm Work

Canvas is best for farm work. It can be washed, does not rip easily, buttons can be sewn back on, stains go with hard work and arms are free.

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Rich Zellers
Inconsistent in size compared to other vest I bought here on H.E.

Drake vest fit nice. This is too loose, unless you're fat.

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Michael Wiencek

Nice vest

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Dirk
A Classic

This is a high-quality vest that can be worn daily or for reenacting or cosplay - the style is classic. It fits as expected, too.

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Dave Clark,Grumpy old man with a camera
Nice vest need bigger pocket

Bought for my first civil war event. Was afraid it wouldn't fit, surprised fit with a little room Worked out well. Will buy again

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Jon Reiter
Better than I Expected

No special occasion,I wear it daily with my gold watch and chain.

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Timothy Leonard

Good products good shipping all good

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Elmer Schulz
Best Vest

The occasion was a first-person historical event at an open-air/outdoor museum. I was portraying a farmer. The vest looks great! Perfect for the event. I received many complements from other reenactors regarding its color and style.

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David Dees
Good looking versatile vest.

I purchased the vest for my wild west reenactment wardrobe. It matches the material and color of a pair of pants I ordered previously from your company. The vest appears to be very high quality and should last for years, only looking better the more I wear it. I was pleasantly surprised to find it had an inside pocket along with the four on the front.The fact it's made of cotton means you can launder it yourself. Just make sure you line dry it. don't dry it in the dryer.

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