The leading producers of the leather-yoked down vest were established in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, known as "The Cowboy State," in the late 1960s. They introduced this iconic vest style with a seamless, single-piece leather yoke, originally designed for cowboys. The yoke's inspiration came from the leather capes worn by Native Americans. These down vests became well-known for their cold-resistant and heat-retaining properties, similar to feather beds.
Our interpretation of the single-piece leather-yoked down vest builds on this heritage while adding accentuated shapes and details for a stronger impact:
Accentuated yoke shapes on both front and back
Seamless, single-piece leather yoke
Two large hip pockets
Scovill® snap buttons and zipper
70D Nylon Taffeta
Details & care
• Scovill® snap buttons and zipper
• Composition shell: 70D Nylon Taffeta
• Composition lining: 93% down, 7% feather
• Do not wash.
• Do not bleach.
• Do not tumble dry.
• Professional leather clean only.
• Do not iron.
• Do not dry clean.
Size & fit
• Fitted across shoulders, slightly relaxed around chest to favor ease of movement
• Sizes run small. You might want to size up
• Model is shown wearing a size L
• Model measures: chest 38"/ 95cm, hips 32”/80cm, height 6'0"/ 184cm