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Grindstone Work Vest Reviews

Anna M.

Verified Buyer

Nice vest

Warm and comfortable

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Iron Grey · Size: M

May 26, 2026

Phoebe L.

Verified Buyer

Best vest I own

Love this vest, fits well

Military & Veterans

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Coyote · Size: S

Apr 15, 2026

Tavis S.

Verified Buyer

work vest review

Great product. very durable, wind proof and keeps you warms while working. Does run small so if you layer - order a size up.

Military & Veterans

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Iron Grey · Size: XL

Apr 5, 2026

Roger L.

Verified Buyer

Solid vest built tuff

Solid vest built tuff

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Deep Lichen · Size: L

Apr 1, 2026

Ron H.

Verified Buyer

Grindstone work vest

Fabric is a bit stiff, but it's comfortable and tough.

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Iron Grey · Size: XL

Apr 1, 2026

Taylor J.

Verified Buyer

Bulletproof

This thing is bulletproof and amazing. One of my favorite articles of clothing.

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Coyote · Size: M

Apr 1, 2026

allen s.

Verified Buyer

Work vest

Accurate size and no complaints.

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Deep Lichen · Size: L

Mar 27, 2026

Pete C.

Verified Buyer

I purchased it for a

I purchased it for a work vest and like so much I may need to buy one for regular casual use.

Pro

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Deep Lichen · Size: M

Mar 26, 2026

DONALD A.

Verified Buyer

Great vest. Fit is correct

Great vest. Fit is correct and very comfortable

Military & Veterans

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Iron Grey · Size: XXL

Mar 25, 2026

Ronald K.

Verified Buyer

Grindstone vest

Nice fitting warm vest.

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Deep Lichen · Size: M

Mar 22, 2026

Marty H.

Verified Buyer

Grinstone

Here’s a review for your Sitka Grindstone Work Vest – A Serious Layer for Serious Work ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ After putting the Sitka Grindstone Work Vest through its paces, I can say this vest earns its place in the lineup. Sitka built this thing to last — the construction and workmanship are immediately obvious the moment you pick it up. Every seam, zipper, and panel feels intentional and durable, the kind of quality you’d expect from gear meant to take a beating season after season. Where this vest really shines is in wind protection. On exposed hillsides and open fields where a cutting wind can sap your energy fast, the Grindstone holds the line impressively. Pair that with solid warmth retention for a vest, and you’ve got a layering piece that genuinely extends your range into colder conditions without needing to go full jacket. The one honest knock: it’s stiff out of the box. Don’t expect the broken-in comfort of a worn fleece on day one — the Grindstone needs some time and mileage before it really conforms and moves with you. It’s a minor frustration given how good everything else is, but worth knowing going in so you give it the break-in time it needs rather than writing it off early. Bottom line — if you’re willing to invest a little patience up front, the Grindstone Work Vest pays you back with bomber construction, reliable wind protection, and warmth you can count on when conditions get serious. ​​​

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Iron Grey · Size: XL

Mar 22, 2026

Kevin P.

Verified Buyer

Stylish, wife don’t mind being seen with me in Leica color

Perfect layer with long sleeve shirt and long enough to cover OWB CC. Stops the wind but doesn’t affect mobility! Love it

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Deep Lichen · Size: XL

Mar 22, 2026

Dennis L.

Verified Buyer

Grindstone Vest

Just what the doctor ordered. Great fit and allows for easy mobility in any situation.

Military & Veterans

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Iron Grey · Size: L

Mar 19, 2026

WILLIAM P.

Verified Buyer

5 star

Perfect nothing to say

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Coyote · Size: M

Mar 18, 2026

Ethan S.

Verified Buyer

Grindstone vest

Love it. Wish they made a large tall

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Coyote · Size: L

Mar 17, 2026

Evan P.

Verified Buyer

Grindstone work vest

Really like the vest, just doesn’t fit really true to size, I’m a medium and this medium is super tight on me and not very good for moving around

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Deep Lichen · Size: M

Mar 17, 2026

Steven B.

Verified Buyer

Grindstone

We bought Sitka, Grindstone vests & jackets for our employees. After a year the main zippers starting failing, zippers failing in one year is unacceptable for the price of these jackets. Sitka came through in a big way! Repairs were made at no cost, no questions and no hassle. The jackets are good as new! In today's world of big warranty's at point of sale, then when product fails nobody wants to talk, not so with Sitka. The warranty is just like the product, second to none!

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Iron Grey

Mar 16, 2026

Lucas S.

Verified Buyer

Great all around Vest! I

Perfect to throw on when doing chores outside! I'm a guide at a hunt club so I get a lot of blood on this thing when hunting and cleaning them. It wipes right off! Wind breaking technology is unbeatable!!!

Pro

Height: 5' - 5'2'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: True to size

Mar 14, 2026

Kendall

Verified Buyer

Awesome

Great vest. Warm, great for everyday use and layering when hunting. Runs true to size. I wear a large in all sitka pieces and got a large in this vest.

Military & Veterans

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Feb 8, 2026

Lucas S.

Verified Buyer

Great Material

This definitely won't rip or tear. It is really warm but has good ventilation, so you don't sweat. The Adult Small runs a little small. It fits really nicely. Also, the pockets in it are very warm and useful and in good spots.

Pro

Height: 5' - 5'2'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: True to size

Jan 16, 2026

Devin D.

Verified Buyer

Grindstone Work Vest

amazing vest, does a great job of blocking wind and staying warm. Beats any other vest I’ve had before this.

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: Runs big

Nov 17, 2025

Raymond F.

Verified Buyer

Great Material

Love the material.

Military & Veterans

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Nov 15, 2025

Edward G.

Verified Buyer

Fantastic vest for cold conditions

Shipped quick and been wearing it pretty much everyday since. Proving to be very warm in this recent cold snap we had in the Mid-West

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Nov 13, 2025

Mitch B.

Verified Buyer

Good vest

Good design and quality construction

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs

Fit: Runs small

Nov 13, 2025

Whit S.

Love this vest!

Love this vest! Its rugged, warm, cuts the wind, and is the perfect layering piece to take on and off easily. I hunt in this vest and also wear it out and about on the town. Very versatile piece of clothing

Oct 28, 2025