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Man dwarfed by large rock face stands at foot of reflective pond gazing upward

From The Archives: Man of the Woods, 1951

Photo and Story courtesy of Sam McJunkin. “My father, Samuel McJunkin, in 1951 after a forest fire fighting effort in the Cascade mountain range in Washington State. He worked for the Forest Service during the summers to help pay for college. He’s now 83 – still swings an axe – heats his house with wood.

VintageMackCruiser-Filson-7-2 green plaid flannel on hanger

Field Notes

From The Archives: Vintage 1920’s Mackinaw Cruiser

This 1920’s era Mackinaw Cruiser, crafted in a classic green and black check pattern, was returned to our Seattle store yesterday. After living a colorful history spanning multiple generations, numerous successful pheasant hunts, and years of treacherous winter weather this 100% virgin wool jacket still looks incredible. The slight frays on the cuffs, minimal discoloration,