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Filson’s Legendary ‘Yellowstone’ Jacket Just Got Its Most Rugged Upgrade in Decades

Rip Wheeler’s go-to layer gets ready for winter’s worst.

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By Jack Seemer

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Filson goes back to the 1800s, and its famous jacket has been around nearly as long.

Patents for the original Tin Cloth Cruiser were filed in 1914, and the dependable layer has remained a staple of the company’s catalog ever since.

That said, it’s the short version that most people recognize today.

Durable, dependable and popular as ever, the best-selling Short Lined Cruiser Jacket was the go-to choice for Cole Hauser’s character Rip Wheeler in Yellowstone — although the rumor on the street is that the show’s costume department tailored his jacket to sit higher on his torso.

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Rip Wheeler (portrayed by actor Cole Hauser) wore a Filson Short Lined Cruiser Jacket throughout Yellowstone‘s run.
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Now the jacket is getting another alteration. And this time around, you can actually buy it.

Layer up

Like the original Short Cruiser, a new version headlining the brand’s fall and winter collection features a water-resistant exterior, which arrives here by way of 11-ounce waxed Shelter Cloth cotton.

A man wearing a brown water-resistant jacket with visible water droplets and a camouflage baseball cap is steering a boat on a body of water. The background shows a scenic view of trees and snow-capped mountains under a partly cloudy sky.
The Insulated Short Cruiser Jacket features an 11-ounce waxed cotton exterior.
Filson

But it also boasts a pair of upgrades that Hauser probably wishes were available when filming his winter scenes for the hit Paramount show.

The first of those is is internal insulation — a first-ever for the Short Cruiser — thanks to an additional layer of PrimaLoft Gold.

Brown jacket with a dark brown corduroy collar, quilted inner lining, snap button closure, and multiple front pockets. The jacket is partially open, showing the interior lining and buttonholes.
PrimaLoft Gold boasts one of the best warmth-to-weight ratios money can buy.
Filson
Black waxed cotton jacket with a dark corduroy collar, button front closure, and multiple front pockets including a button-flap chest pocket.
Despite the added layer, the Short Lined Cruiser Jacket retains its streamlined look.
Filson

That means it boasts one of the best warmth-to-weight ratios money can buy. Plus, it retains heat even when wet, unlike traditional down.

Filson also took a page out of Barbour’s playbook for the finer details: the jacket features corduroy lining on both the collar and cuff, bringing extra comfort to the wearer when it’s time to bundle up.

Man wearing a dark navy jacket with a corduroy collar over a gray button-up shirt and black pants, standing against a plain beige background.
Corduroy lines the collar and cuffs.
Filson

Pricing and availability

The Insulated Short Cruiser Jacket is available now from Filson’s official website.

It comes in two colors, “Dark Brown” and “Harbor Blue,” and costs $399 — a $40 premium over the uninsulated version.

About the Author:

Jack Seemer is the executive editor at Gear Patrol, with over a decade of experience in product journalism. He currently reports on a wide range of topics, including footwear, watches, EDC, cookware and more.

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