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We believe leather only gets better with age—and that’s a guarantee with this premium leather.
$379.95
$379.95
Our best-selling lambskin leather vest with down insulation. Refined enough for dinner in town, rugged enough for a day on the mountain. The Bridger pairs premium materials with a slim, modern silhouette and antique brass hardware for a vest that looks as good at the lodge as it does on the trail.
Full-grain lambskin leather meets warm down feathers in one vest built for comfort and style. The 100% full-grain lambskin feels as good as it looks, and the 80/20 down insulation gives you the warmth you need without the bulk. Antique brass finishing runs across the front zip and zippered hand pockets, an interior left-side chest pocket holds the essentials, and a durable 100% polyester lining slides cleanly over a flannel or henley.
The vest for the man who wants warmth he can layer. Throw it over a flannel on a cool morning or under a shell when the wind picks up. Light Brown is the original Bridger color and the one that develops the most character, deepening at the shoulders and front with every season.
| Material | 100% Full Grain Lambskin (Light Brown) |
| Insulation | 80/20 Down (same down system as the Bridger Down Jacket) |
| Lining | 100% Polyester (easy-clean) |
| Hardware | Antique Brass (YKK zippers) |
| Closure | Full front zip |
| Pockets | Two zippered hand pockets, interior left-side chest pocket |
| Collar | Stand-up collar |
| Fit | Use WaiR tool for personalized sizing. In between sizes? Size up. |
| Sizes | S through XXXL |
| Color | Light Brown (also Dark Brown, Tan & Brown, Black) |
Soft, broken-in light brown lambskin. 1 oz weight lambskin that softens from the first wear. It moves with you, creases where it should, and tells your story better with every mile.
The same down system as the Bridger Down Jacket, in a sleeveless cut. Real down keeps your core warm without bulk, so the vest layers under a shell or over a flannel without adding weight.
Full front zip and zippered hand pockets finished in antique brass. The hardware ages in step with the leather and never goes plastic-bright.
Easy-clean polyester slides cleanly over a flannel, henley, or sweater and holds up to repeated zipping and layering.
Left-side interior chest pocket for a wallet, phone, or passport. Sits flat against the body so it does not print through the leather.
A clean stand collar and sleeveless silhouette give you full range of motion and make the Bridger one of the easiest pieces in the lineup to layer under a jacket.
| Best For | The layering buyer who wants warmth without a full jacket. The mountain-to-town wearer. First chair at sunrise, still on at the bar after dinner. The man who wants the original, best-selling Bridger color. The buyer building a matched set with the Bridger Down Jacket in Light Brown. |
| Layering Guide & Sizing | For exact personal sizing, use the Measurement WaiR Guide at the top of the page. Sizing philosophy: slim, tailored cut through the chest and shoulders. Between sizes: size up. Standard size fits over a tee or henley. One size up gives room for a flannel or midweight sweater. The vest is meant to layer — size for the shirt you will most often wear under it. |
| Care | Condition the leather every 3 to 6 months. Avoid machine washing. If wet, air dry naturally, never near direct heat. Store on a wide hanger. |
| Pair With | Bridger Leather Down Jacket | Light Brown — Same lambskin, same down, same color. The jacket-and-vest set is one of the most cohesive looks in the lineup, and the vest layers under the jacket on the coldest days. |
| Compare To | Jackson Sherpa Leather Vest | Tan & Brown — A sherpa-lined vest in the same premium tier. The Bridger uses down insulation for a cleaner puffer silhouette; the Jackson uses sherpa for a more rugged Western look. |
| Wear Over | A flannel, henley, or chamois shirt for a classic cool-weather layer. |
Light Brown is the original and best-selling Bridger vest color. It develops the most visible patina at the shoulders and front over time, which many customers prize.
The Bridger Down Jacket gives you full coverage and standalone warmth. The vest is more versatile for layering across seasons. Many customers own both.
It uses 80/20 down insulation, the same down system as the Bridger Jacket, in a sleeveless cut. It keeps your core warm. Layer it over a flannel on cool mornings or under a shell when the wind picks up.
Use the WaiR tool on this page for a personalized size recommendation. The Bridger is cut slim and tailored, so size up, especially if you plan to layer over heavier shirts. The leather softens and conforms over the first few weeks.
Yes. The slim cut and sleeveless design layer cleanly under a leather jacket or shell on the coldest days, and over a shirt on milder ones.
Condition the leather every 3 to 6 months. Avoid machine washing. If wet, air dry naturally, never near direct heat. Store on a wide hanger.
Lambskin is naturally water-resistant but not waterproof. It handles snow flurries and a light rain. In sustained rain the leather absorbs water and the down loses loft. Wipe dry promptly after wet weather.
A one year warranty covers stitching, hardware, and structural defects. Normal patina and wear marks are part of how the vest is meant to age and are not defects.
Features
Shopping online, as most of us do nowadays, you’ll want to know your measurements to help ensure a great fit. The sketch below shows where to take measurements to compare to clothing you already own. Keep in mind, however, those measurements will only be helpful if taken correctly. Tip: don’t let the measuring tape hang loose when you’re measuring, but avoid pulling the tape excessively tight. Here’s how to get accurate measurements:
Length: Measure from the bottom of the collar to the waist seam.
Shoulders: Measure between the top of the sleeve seams.
Chest: Measure the entire circumference of your chest. Begin with one end of the measuring tape 1 inch below the armhole at the fullest part of your chest. Then, keeping the tape level, wrap it around (under your armpits, around your shoulder blades, and back to the front) to get the measurement.
Do the same rules apply to how a jacket should fit as to other jackets or outerwear? Not necessarily. Read on for details.
Leather will stretch over time, so you never want to start with a leather jacket that is too big. But that doesn’t mean you want a jacket that’s too small! It’s also essential to allow room for layers under your leather jacket. Here are a few specific tips for finding a leather jacket that fits just right:
Chest: Leather jackets ought to fit more snugly through the chest than a regular overcoat, but consider the types of layers you may want to wear underneath. If you live in a warm climate and will be layering over light clothing such as a dress shirt or t-shirt, we recommend adding 2-3 inches to your measured chest size. If you live in a colder climate and layering over heavier clothing such as sweaters, we recommend adding 3-4 inches to your chest size. If you land between sizes, we recommend sizing up to the next size available. Tip: you should be able to comfortably zip or button your leather jacket all the way up, even if you plan to wear it open.
Shoulders: Suit coat rules do not apply to leather jackets, so it's okay if the shoulder comes down your arm a few inches. However, even though the leather will give over time if the shoulder seam is higher than your shoulder, the jacket is too small.
Waist: The bottom of your leather jacket should not reach below the bottom of your belt/top of your thigh. This is likely shorter than other overcoats you've owned, but a leather jacket that hangs well below the belt is too big unless you're wearing a long leather trench coat.
https://buffalojackson.com/blogs/insight/how-should-a-leather-jacket-fit
In addition to our size charts, please click on our new app that asks a few personal questions about you to help with your size choice:
If you receive your purchase and need to exchange it for a different size, we now provide prepaid shipping labels on all exchange requests (excludes International request)
| SKU | KAF2004-DB |
| Fit Advice | Vest sizing may vary depending on color, style and material of each vest. Please refer to individual size charts and fit advice tab. In between sizes? Size up. |
| Origin | Made in India |
| Bridger Leather Down Vest, Light Brown | ||||||
S |
M |
L |
XL |
XXL |
XXXL | |
| Body Chest Size | 34-36" |
36-38 |
38-40" |
40-42" |
42-44" |
44-46" |
| Shoulder to Shoulder | 18 1/2" |
19" |
19 1/2" |
20" |
20 1/2" |
21" |
| Vest Back Length
(Below Collar) |
26" |
26 1/2" |
27" |
27 1/2" |
28" |
28 1/2" |
| Waist | 32-34" |
34-36" |
36-38" |
38-40" |
40-42" |
42-44" |
We believe leather only gets better with age—and that’s a guarantee with this premium leather.
It’s safe to say you will be plenty warm when the sun dips low and the wild calls you to wander.
Timeless leather combines with the classic puffer for a style that's synonymous with adventure.
