Rounding-up the best American-made outerwear for under $100.
Criteria: Socially responsible. Thoughtfully designed. Affordable.
Pointer: Unlined Chore Jackets
Stats:
- 100% cotton
- Made in Tennessee
- Available colors: hickory stripe, brown duck, indigo blue, white drill
Best Price: $35.15 – $41.10 (PRE-SHIPPING) at Pointer
Company info here.
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Rothco: Combat Anorak*
Stats:
- 50% cotton, 50% polyester
- Made in New York
- Available colors: olive drab, woodland camo
Best Price: $49.00 (PRE-SHIPPING) at Fatigues Army Navy
Company info here.
*This item has been discontinued by the manufacturer. However, I’ve spoken with Pat at Fatigues Army Navy, and he assured me they still have a number of the Olive Drab and Woodland Camo models in stock, sizes M – XXL.
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Fidelity: Wool CPO Shirt
Stats:
- 75% recycled wool, 20% nylon, 5% “other fibers”
- Acetate twill lining
- Made in Massachusetts
- Available colors: dark navy
Best Price: $49.98 (PRE-SHIPPING) at American Army Navy
Company info here.
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Snap ‘n’ Wear: Poplin and Nylon “Down-Look” Vests
Nylon Stats:
- Nylon taffeta shell and lining
- Dacron Hollofil insulation
- Made in New York
- Available colors: red, navy
Poplin Stats:
- Poly / cotton poplin shell
- Nylon satin lining
- Dacron Hollofil insulation
- Made in New York
- Available colors: navy, British tan
Best Price: $30.99 and $34.99 (PRE-SHIPPING) at Army Navy USA
Company info here.
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Pella: Field Jacket
Stats:
- Weatherproofed cotton duck outer
- Troy blanket liner (wool / cotton / rayon blend)
- Made in Iowa
- Available colors: brown, hunter green
Best Price: $79.95 (PRE-SHIPPING) at Rugged Clothing
Company info here.
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