Gravel crunches under your boots as you step out into a morning that smells like wood smoke and wet pine. Could be a trailhead, could be the parking lot of a roadside diner you've been meaning to try for years. The Bridger in brown is already on — lambskin and down, brass and warmth. The vest that feels like you've owned it forever, even when it's brand new.

It's the layer that belongs wherever you do — a campfire, a tailgate, a Saturday with no plans and no apologies. Built for men who wear their clothes, not the other way around.

The Bridger leather vest in brown — genuine lambskin leather and down insulation in a rich, warm colorway that only gets better with time. A slim, modern silhouette with antique brass hardware, built for the kind of days that start early and end around a fire.

Key Features

• Shell: 100% genuine lambskin leather in brown — warm, rich, and built to patina beautifully with wear
• Insulation: Down fill for lightweight warmth without bulk
• Lining: 100% polyester for durability and comfort against layered clothing
• Closure: Full front zip with antique brass hardware
• Pockets: Zippered hand pockets with antique brass zippers; interior left-side chest pocket for secure storage
• Fit: Slim/tailored — most customers prefer to size up for a comfortable layering fit
• Style: Classic brown leather with heritage brass details — rugged, timeless, and effortlessly put together

Ideal For

• Weekend adventures, campfires, and trail days
• Cool-weather layering over flannels, chamois shirts, and henleys
• Tailgates, small-town Main Streets, and casual dinners
• Men who want a vest that looks lived-in from day one and only improves from there

Sizing Note

The Bridger is cut with a slimmer, more tailored fit than most leather vests. Buffalo Jackson recommends sizing up one size, especially if layering over heavier shirts or mid-layers. Consult the sizing guide for chest and torso measurements.

What Makes It Different

Most leather vests sacrifice warmth for style or vice versa. The Bridger doesn't. Down insulation gives it genuine cold-weather utility, while the lambskin shell and antique brass details deliver a look that's elevated but never trying too hard. In brown, it leans into what leather does best — it ages. Every scuff, every crease, every season adds something. This is the colorway that tells your story.

Care & Material Summary

• 100% Full Grain Genuine Lambskin Leather (1 oz. Weight)
• 80/20 Down Insulation for Warmth
• Down Fill power is 530 (inches)
• Easy-Clean 100% Polyester Lining
• Antique Brass Hardware

Features

• Interior Left-Side Chest Pocket
• Cinch Toggles on Bottom Hem for a Perfect Fit
• YKK Zipper Front
• YKK Zippered Hand Pockets

How to Measure Yourself

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.

How should a leather jacket fit?

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

Looking for even more fit advice?

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:

Need to make an exchange?

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)