Filson
Seattle outfitter of the Klondike era, known for Tin Cloth and Mackinaw wool. The diamond-shaped 'Union Made' label is the hallmark of its mid-century pieces.
- Origin
- USA
- Founded
- 1897
- Category
- Workwear
- Documented eras
- 3
How Filson labels evolved over time. Match the markers below against the tag in hand to place a garment in its era.
1940–1970
Diamond Logo, Seattle Union Made
Mid-century Filson garments carry a diamond-shaped label citing Seattle and union-made production.
No image- Diamond-shaped brand label
- 'Seattle' city wording
- 'Union Made' callout
- Tin Cloth and Mackinaw wool construction
How to spot it
A diamond label naming Seattle and union labour.
Value signal
Diamond-label Filson is prized heritage outdoor vintage.
1970–2000
Rectangular Heritage Label
Later 20th-century Filson moved to a rectangular label while retaining U.S. production and the C.C. Filson name.
No image- Rectangular woven label
- C.C. Filson Co. wording
- Made in U.S.A.
- Style and size on a separate tag
How to spot it
A rectangular label with C.C. Filson Co. and a U.S.A. origin.
Value signal
Strong value for U.S.-made Tin Cloth and wool pieces.
2000–present
Modern Filson Label
Contemporary Filson uses updated printed-and-woven labels; some production has moved offshore.
No image- Updated logo lockup
- Care symbols
- Mixed 'Made in' origins
How to spot it
Modern logo styling with care-symbol labels.
Value signal
Newer pieces hold value well but lack the vintage premium.