I am the guy that no matter how cold it is I wear a hoodie. I work in hvac so I don't like how constricted winter jackets can get. But I'm from wisconsin so sometimes a hoodie just doesn't cut it. I am also kind of cheap. This vest is durable and put it over a hoodie on a below zero day and I still end up taking it off by the end of the day. This vest just keeps me that damn warm. Good purchase. I probably could have gotten a large. It fits slightly looseI got this as a gift for my son. He loved it. The style is nice and it is warm.Sizing may be a bit off. I’m typically a large but this seems to run alittle on the bigger side. Not sure if medium would fit better or not. chest size was good, length seems long for a large. Otherwise, very well made and very comfortable. I would recommend.Nice material, very warm. Wanted an alternative to fleece (exterior) and this works. Canvas-like material, not dressy, but suitable for most occasions. If you like a little more room, order up one size.I did like the vest. It appeared well made and met my expectations but was just too small and I am the process of returning it.XL fits good, the collar has some issues, too small doesn't work right.Large pockets needs phone pocket on out sideThis is a great vest! My husband had one already and liked it so much that I bought him a different color (black) for Christmas! I bought the XL and it fits him well. He can have on really heavy clothes and it’s not too tight on him. It keeps him warm. He had his last one for three years and still looks good. My brother and my dad also received one of these for us for Christmas. I would definitely recommend this vest!I like the vest. Rugged material on the outside, nice warm lining even in the pockets.The only thing not allowing 5 stars is the zipper. I think the zipper itself is ok, it seems to be metal. However the way it us sewn in is causing it to bind. It's sewn in wavy, so pulling it up or down is a bit of a fight. Feels like pulling it through gravel too.However, it's nice enough overall that I won't return it. Maybe one day I'll get the zipper replaced and sewn in correctly.Note: after a winter of use the material has softened and the zipper works perfect. Just ordered this same vest in black.Nice product!This work vest for the intended purpose I purchased it is well worth the money. I purchased one size bigger than I usually purchase because I intend to wear a polar fleece hoodie underneath and needed the room. I am 5’8” tall and weight 180lbs and wear a 36” waist pants and am in my late fifties. That should give you an indication that I am of average build and given these measurements I generally purchase size large, unlike this vest I purchased in XL. If you are going to wear a normal shirt or a thin sweater underneath, I would suggest you purchase your true size. As far as giving this vest a four instead of a five, is because the zipper sticks a lot and am afraid if I am not deliberate with it’s us it will give up the ghost sooner than later. So if you can rub some tailors soap or something to lubricate it a bit, I would strongly recommend you not be aggressive in its zipping and unzipping. Other than that. I find this vest to be an excellent buy for the money and a great value for its intended purpose which is work.CheersOuter shell of this jacket is made of a heavy derable material with a warm inner sheep looking man made material the zipper on this works good no problem . Very comfortable to were nice warm front pockets to keep your hands warm. I do recommend this vest. X - large,,,update. Zipper teeth made of plasticAt first I found the zippers to be scratchy or tough yo pull up. After use though, perfect. I really like my vests.Great vest. Nice material. I always wear large but this vest is huge. Returning.