Filet Reviews

Just received my 2010 filet (clearance item) and I’m dead chuffed.  Small size is spot on if, like me, you usually take a medium. Well made, comfortable and beautifully warm - just right for a British summer!

I ordered the wrong size but it was very promptly changed for one that fits perfectly. The man I spoke to even checked in the warehouse to see if the right size was available which it was and it was sent to me very quickly. It fits wonderfully, is very well constructed and toasty warm. i would highly reccomend this item over anything similair made buy Northface, berghaus Rab etc. Your paying for quality not a name.

Thanks again for the wonderful service.

Was unsure about sizes initially as the size guide was confusing, but took people’s advice from the feedback, and bought a 6-8 (XS) filet. I’m 5’7, and normally wear a size 10 on top, 12 on bottom…
Delighted with the filet! Fits close to perfect, and a can fit one of my biggest hoodies under it with no feeling on being constricted! Delivery was very quick (next day)... And really personable too! There’s a little note in with your delivery roughly saying “cheers! Enjoy!” :D

Ordered on Saturday, arrived by Tuesday, so great service!

Can’t fault it for warmth and detail (internal pockets, hand warmers, fitting loop at hem). Went with the advice to order a size smaller. I am a 37-38 inch chest and usually take a small/medium, so went with the XS. Fits perfectly over a couple of base layers, or a thick hoody.

Only gripe for me is wishing the finishing on some of the seams were better. A few bits of down/thread poking out here and there, but not overly fussed about it because I am a Real Man!

Great service ordered Sunday arrives Tuesday, Filet fits and zips into my Berghaus goretex jacket superwarm and waterproof. Thankyou

Fantastic fast service as usual. Great fit. I normally hover between a small and medium. I ordered the X small and it is spot on. Perfect over base layer or t-shirt. It is a little snug over a big hoody but still remains comfy and not restrictive in anyway.

Fantastic product and service! I bought one for my dad last Christmas, and we could barely get it off him until about mid-June! He wears it constantly. At one point he ripped it slightly at the back (and very nearly cried - not a good look at 63) but the lovely folk at Alpkit kindly topped-up the filling, and put a patch on the hole. I got one myself shortly before a trip to Iceland, and it was perfect: warm, cut the wind-chill (there is ALWAYS wind-chill in Iceland), and happily fended off the snow and sleet. Only note is that these are definitely cut on the larger side - I’m not a particularly small size 10 normally, and the x small size is still pretty roomy on me.

Before I bought these I actually went into quite a high-end outdoor shop, and got chatting to a very knowledgeable assistant about down clothing. He was showing me various top of the line items which all seemed very nice and fancy. After about 10 minutes I asked what he thought of Alpkit’s range, and very quietly he whispered ‘if you’ve got the option and they’ve got what you want in stock, do it. None of these will really compare’.

Ordered clearance filet 10th Nov arrived 11th Nov - Thanks for excellent service - now just waiting on the filo jacket to come into stock then I’m ready for anything the winter might bring.

Forgot to mention in my review of the Filet, that I also ordered an XXS Vortex stuff sack to pack my Filet into. Perfect size for the vest, and FAR tougher built than I thought it would be.

Just scored one of the 2010 Filets on Clearance. Ordered lunchtime Monday, arrived lunchtime Tuesday! Followed advice and ordered a small although I’m normally medium, and sizing is spot on - perfect over T shirt, thermal top or lightweight fleece. Well designed, looks great and outrageously warm. Love it already! I’ll be back.