Arctic Jacket - Hamilton Brown

Editors Notes

Carhartt tan duck canvas work jacket with contrasting brown corduroy collar, quilted black nylon lining, full-zip front with storm placket, large lower patch pockets and flap chest pockets with woven logo patch; visible heavy wear/patina with stains and a frayed/repair area at the front placket; back is stenciled “PROPERTY OF U.S. GOVERNMENT.”

Carhartt has been outfitting American workers since 1889, and their duck-canvas jackets became a go-to for trades because the fabric is tough, wind-resistant, and built to break in with character. This style’s corduroy collar and quilted lining are classic cold-weather details that made it a staple on job sites and in outdoor workwear for decades. The “PROPERTY OF U.S. GOVERNMENT” stencil suggests institutional issue or surplus use, which is a common path for hardwearing work jackets to enter the vintage market. Today, worn-in Carhartt pieces are prized in streetwear for their authentic patina and oversized, utilitarian silhouette. It’s the kind of jacket that looks better the more history it carries and still wears like a dependable daily layer.

Size & Fit

XL

Measurements

Width (Pit To Pit) 27.5 "

Length (Collar To Hem) 32 "

All measurements are in inches.

Condition

Used - Good