Kiwi Workhorse Vest

$119.90
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Australian Family Owned Business

Features

The Kiwi Workhorse Vest Features:

  • Hand warmer welt pockets
  • Thick, comfy Sherpa lining
  • Storm collar that covers the neck
  • Drop tail that's got your kidneys covered
  • Chunky nylon zip + snap placket closure
  • Hand warmer front pockets
  • Built from heavy-duty water-repellent & abrasion-resistant Microwax cotton canvas
  • 2 Deep internal pockets
  • Adjustable waist tabs
  • Imported

Description

Warm where it matters. Free where it counts.

This vest’s got old-school workwear grit with a clean, modern edge. Lined for warmth, built tough, and made to keep your arms free — whether you're swinging a hammer, feeding the chooks, or grabbing a coffee on your way to the next job.

From the farm gate to the job site, from the back shed to the city street — it’s no-frills, all function. A proper bit of kit that pulls its weight wherever you go.

Style #: 4V30

Material & Care

Oilskin 

Heavy-duty cotton canvas impregnated with oils and waxes which is wind and water resistant yet breathable. It is durable and ideal for outdoor use, with a distinctive rugged texture that ages beautifully over time

Care
  • Do not wash or dry clean – brush or wipe clean with a damp rag or a spray with a hose if it's really dirty.
  • Rewax as needed to maintain maximum water resistance.
  • To prevent the transfer of oils, avoid prolonged contact between oilskin goods and light-colored fabrics, especially in warm weather.
  • When not in use for prolonged periods, store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve the fabric’s quality and functionality.

Customer Reviews

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Chris Gibbs
Great product

Great product, fits great

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Jamie Brown
Needed this asap

Needed this asap , disappointed as the zip was missing teeth and I’ve used it before it was noticed, so I’m stuck with doming it only ,
Not happy!

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Rick Rackauskas
Comfortable

Comfortable, and warm but not too hot.
Fits well. I’m 6 foot 105 Kg.

One improvement could be to have the Sherpa lining in the 2 hand pockets. But not a deal breaker.
Thanks Kakadu!

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Ross W.
Lovely well made & affordable warm vests.

Great service & I love these Kiwi Workhorse vests, now with Black, Tobacco & Olive Green to have a change of wardrobe colour. They are well made & warm with the poly-wool sherpa lining. Their 'mates' discounting system makes buying even more attractive, even though their prices are very reasonable to start with (especially compared to some other overpriced brands).

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Craig B.
Good vest, value for money,

Good vest, value for money, you just have to watch the lint from the lining for the first ware on light coloured shirts.

Kiwi Workhorse Vest

Kiwi Workhorse Vest

$119.90

Overall rating: 4.714286 / 5 from 21 reviews.

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Excellent product. Recommend it to

"Excellent product. Recommend it to anyone."

Paul Z. (3/5)

Lovely well made & affordable warm vests.

"Great service & I love these Kiwi Workhorse vests, now with Black, Tobacco & Olive Green to have a change of wardrobe colour. They are well made & warm with the poly-wool sherpa lining. Their 'mates' discounting system makes buying even more attractive, even though their prices are very reasonable to start with (especially compared to some other overpriced brands)."

Ross W. (5/5)

Love it. Only got a

"Love it. Only got a new one after 15yrs because i outgrew it. Now my son wears the old one and its still good"

Chris c. (1/5)

Good vest, value for money,

"Good vest, value for money, you just have to watch the lint from the lining for the first ware on light coloured shirts."

Craig B. (5/5)

"Great vest"

Keegan (5/5)

Quality Kiwi Workhorse Vest

"I like this more than the original Workhorse Vest since this has the better YKK nylon zipper etc, plus the 'sherpa' lining which is more useful for my location (wool mix & looks like it could be recycled thread which would be a good thing). Initially I didn't think it would be as useful & appreciated as it has become. Also I bought this in size S which fits just how I like it as the Workhorse Vest I first bought was M & a little large for my liking. Two deep internal pockets keeps things safe too."

Ross W. (5/5)

Love it!

"It's warm and looks great. Fits per sizing instructions which meant I got to order a size down and it fits awesome. The sherpa texture is lovely too. No complaints from me, just looking forward to my next shop with Kakadu, so pleased to be supporting aussie brands"

Toby, Z. (5/5)

I am a bit disappointed

"I am a bit disappointed with the kiwi vest as it is a lot thicker than the one I originally ordered can you tell me when the other vest is available please thank you"

Julie B. (5/5)

I love this jacket, its

"I love this jacket, its warm and great value for money, for me it has the right amount of pockets, well made and versatile - I do the gardening in it, easy to clean clean, just wipe it down with a damp cloth, I wear it everywhere"

Adam M. (5/5)

Kiwi vest

"After long search finally vest that is ticking most of the boxes. Good material, decent amount of pockets, comfortable. Only downsize is Velcro on pockets as after few months of use it becomes useless and some pockets aren't secure any more. If possible put some push buttons on pockets. Or have conversation with manufacturer in India to start putting better velcro. Regards"

Bora V. (5/5)

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