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Image of Hunting jacket made by C. C. Filson, ca. 1922

Hunting jacket made by C. C. Filson, ca. 1922

This hunting jacket was made by the C.C. Filson Company founded in Seattle in 1897. It features four types of pockets used for storing everything from a compass to shot game. The pocket for storing game can be accessed from the front of the jacket, and leads to a large cavity within the back. One small pocket’s placement is a…
ID Number:1960.2139.C712
Date:Circa 1922
Image of Pair of breeches made by C. C. Filson, ca. 1922

Pair of breeches made by C. C. Filson, ca. 1922

These breeches were made by the C.C. Filson Company founded in Seattle in 1897. They are reinforced at the seat and on the front of the thighs for walking or riding. For a century, Filson has served those who labor outdoors professionally as well as those whose adventures are pure passion. A 1914 catalog describes the brand as making garments…
ID Number:1963.3008.5C975
Date:Circa 1922
Image of Straw boater hat from C. C. Filson Co, ca. 1900-1920

Straw boater hat from C. C. Filson Co, ca. 1900-1920

This straw hat was sold by C. C. Filson company of Seattle. Filson was founded in 1897 to outfit Klondike Gold Rush miners for harsh conditions. They soon became known as suppliers of high-quality gear for all kinds of outdoor professions, adventurers, and hobbyists. Straw “boater” hats were popular in the late 19th and early 20th century for both men…
ID Number:1979.6787.1M959
Date:Circa 1900-1920
Image of Black and red Filson Mackinaw Cruiser jacket, ca. 2013

Black and red Filson Mackinaw Cruiser jacket, ca. 2013

Filson patented the “Mackinaw Cruiser” in 1914. It was originally designed for timber cruisers—workers who measure trees and collect forest data. The back has a double layer of wool for warmth and to accommodate a roomy back pocket for storing maps. The same coat is still in production today with only a few modifications.C. C. Filson was founded in 1897…
ID Number:2013.42.1
Date:Circa 2013
Image of Olive green Filson jacket, ca. 1951

Olive green Filson jacket, ca. 1951

Filson was founded in Seattle in 1897 to outfit Klondike Gold Rush miners for harsh conditions. They soon became known as suppliers of high-quality gear for all kinds of outdoor professions, adventurers, and hobbyists. This heavy wool jacket belonged to the donor’s father, Paul Sanders. He wore it for hunting, fishing, and just walking in the woods. It was a…
ID Number:2014.54.1
Date:Circa 1951

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