BEST shop apron

HanShotFirst · May 10, 2016

Now I understand there are all sorts of different aprons for different uses. I'm a gunsmith, so my needs are very similar to that of a machinist. I don't want 50 pockets, or any flash & dash; I want an apron.

To me an apron should first and foremost keep **** off your clothes.
A real shop apron should go as high up as possible, and as wide as possible. It should go up under the arms as high as possible. The only pockets needed should be the one up high on the chest hold a dial caliper, awl/scribe, pen/pencil; just the basics. I could live with some lower pockets, I could live with no pockets at all. But I want an apron that actually covers my clothing and keeps me clean.

So does anyone know where I can find such a thing?

Stevenn1 · May 10, 2016

Hmmmm......

Oldgloryfirearms · May 10, 2016

Following as i would like to pick one up

Stevenn1 · May 10, 2016

http://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-t...ment/aprons/neoprene-shop-apron-prod1680.aspx

http://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-t...uipment/aprons/armorer-s-apron-prod71215.aspx

jhnlngn · May 10, 2016

Might not be what you're looking for, but this is what I wear:

https://www.weargustin.com/stock/indigo-selvedge-denim-apron

dr_clyde · May 10, 2016

I'd look at one of these if you're in it for the long haul.

http://www.hotrodleather.com/index.php/tools-equipment-shop-safety/leather-shop-apron.html

Otherwise, Menards sells a simple denim apron that's like, $10

I could never get into aprons, I seem to always be crawling around in machines and stuff.

bullnerd · May 10, 2016

I use to wear one to keep cnc coolant off. I don't like the ones that hang on my neck so I took cheap denim one and pop riveted new straps that criss crossed my back and clipped at the side. Was much more comfortable.

LXCam · May 10, 2016

My wife bought me a leather one from graingers something like 20 years ago. It matches your description you want and I still use it to this day. My only mistake was using it while doing very oily work a few times and saturated the damn thing so it now stains my clothes. Not that that matters when I'm in the shop.

Like this one

https://m.grainger.com/mobile/product/GRAINGER-APPROVED-Cowhide-Leather-w-Kevlar-ThreadWelding-3LTE7

MarkWilliams60 · May 10, 2016

Brownells has one that works and is affordable. Leather *****. ONe hangs on my torch cart.It's not real heavy but it's sturdy enough. I use it if I'm welding in shorts too LOL
http://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-t...prons/long-premium-shop-aprons-prod24782.aspx

alinc100 · May 10, 2016

I have the precursor to this shop apron. I wear it quite quite often while woodworking in the shop.I'd buy another if this was to wear out or become unusable,which it hasn't in 10 years of use.

http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=57647&cat=1,71260,45989&ap=1

also this one is newer version/style may appeal as well:
http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=70774&cat=1,71260,45989&ap=1

One thing for certain Lee Valley is a great company to do business with.

PBCampbell · May 10, 2016

Duluth Trading is another place to look.

BD1 · May 10, 2016

IF you want a leather apron, the '' MOONSHINE '' are awesome but $$$.
Here's the post I did on the '' WELDINGWEB ''
http://weldingweb.com/showthread.ph...n-quot-MOONSHINE-quot&highlight=leather+apron
This is the one I have, many to choose from.
https://www.moonshineleather.com/productdetails.cfm?productcode=A06A-HCPL

Vvmvbb · May 10, 2016

This one might be very nice:

https://www.lie-nielsen.com/product/gifts/accessory-tools-lie-nielsen-shop-apron-?node=4109

dnschmidt · May 11, 2016

Rockler Woodworking Stores sell nice ship aprons.

LeeG · May 11, 2016

I use this one from Duluth Trading Company

anndel · May 11, 2016

Stevenn1 said:
Hmmmm......

Wise a$$, that's what I was thinking as well. :lol_hitti

straightcut · May 12, 2016

Another

vote for the Duluth Trading apron. It's their heavy duty fire hose material with wide X straps and large pockets - No complaints!

I have a Glock apron also (one of the above Brownell's links). Compared to the Duluth Trading apron, the Glock apron is more appropriate for baking cookies. :lol_hitti

softailgarage · May 12, 2016

This has always been my favorite

http://www.handeyesupply.com/collections/workaprons/products/pointer-brand-white-drill-shop-apron

bmwrd0 · May 12, 2016

Another vote for the Duluth apron, thing is seriously heavy duty!

http://www.duluthtrading.com/store/...n5j8DnPb6_ZzqvrW2DD63_Ez-FQHgIfhc4aAu-s8P8HAQ

My dad used to do a lot of gunsmithing and shows in NW Nevada.

bart1 · May 12, 2016

This company has some great looking stuff, though I don't have any:

http://earnestco.com/collections/aprons

I do have one of these I use in the kitchen that is substantial denim:

http://butcherandbaker.com/

Oh, and everything from Filson is usually awesome.

http://www.filson.com/utility-apron.html

GETRIDAONE · May 12, 2016

I got the Duluth Trading but didn't like the cross suspenders and the clips were a pain for me.
It got turned into a neck strap with a strip of Velcro for adjustment. I made a waist strap with a side buckle that seems easier at least for me.

bfm336 · May 12, 2016

ROUND HOUSE!!

Made in USA in a long-run family business (they make wicked overalls and jeans, too):
http://www.round-house.com/collections/round-house-made-in-usa-shop-aprons

YsWoodWorks · Nov 8, 2018

I was bowled over by this Texas Canvas Wares apron i have been through quite a few aprons and this is the best i have seen so far. I'm really impressed with the quality and durability of this apron. <a href="https://texascanvaswares.com/collections/all">texascanvaswares.com/collections/all</a>

WWheeler · Nov 8, 2018

My Old Tools · Nov 8, 2018

http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?cat=1,71260&p=45989

Ign · Nov 8, 2018

I've always preferred concrete for my shop aprons....

Rickster · Nov 8, 2018

I have a Mechanix Wear shop apron. Made by the same guys that make Mechanix gloves. It's pretty good, no complaints, has the snap clip quick connectors. Fits me .... so the straps are really long!

Alfisti · Nov 8, 2018

For years I used a very good shop apron made by Mechanix Wear, took a lot of hard use.

cdeer001 · Nov 8, 2018

Another vote for the Duluth apron

yjWrangler · Nov 8, 2018

https://www.ghettotooth.com/category/handmade-aprons

Always wanted to try one of those but I've never needed an apron. Hand made

straightcut · Nov 9, 2018

YsWoodWorks said:
I was bowled over by this Texas Canvas Wares apron i have been through quite a few aprons and this is the best i have seen so far. I'm really impressed with the quality and durability of this apron. <a href="https://texascanvaswares.com/collections/all">texascanvaswares.com/collections/all</a>

Welcome to Garage Journal and thank you for the hot tip! :thumbup:

As an owner of a Duluth Trading "Best Damn Work Apron", I ordered a Texas Canvas Wares Deluxe Apron. It certainly looks to me like a better than Best Damn Work Apron!

One post and you've already tempted another GJ member into a purchase I didn't know I needed! :lol_hitti

GTO · Nov 9, 2018

https://www.duluthtrading.com/best-..._96719_color=BRN#q=apron&lang=default&start=1

3oheight · Nov 9, 2018

I like aprons with shoulder straps a lot better then the ones that hang from from your neck. Last couple I bought were from Seven mile creek. Been happy with them. I do like the look of the Duluth.

bugnut · Nov 9, 2018

I like to put my phone or micrometer in the under chin pocket, if sewn onto the apron and I bend over it falls out. Don't care to have them zipped or flap covered in a pocket, so they can be quickly gotten. I use the Amazon-KNG Adult Shop Apron, Black. They hold up well and launder easily when messy.

John in OH · Nov 9, 2018

Stevenn1 said:
Hmmmm......

My dad always wore a shop apron very similar to the style shown in Stevenn1's pic above ... only without the flowers! Mom would buy blue denim by the yard at a dry goods store and sew up simple, hemmed aprons. Only addition was a small chest pocket in the front for holding pencils, a small scale, etc. Occasionally, she would add some small embellishment like a red hem at the top of the pocket. He had several aprons that he would rotate home to launder from time to time.

Haven't thought about Dad's shop aprons in years!!

scubadoober · Nov 9, 2018

If you want leather I would also consider Tillman.

spike99250 · Nov 9, 2018

Carhartt has two that are nice

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