From SoDo To NoHo: Filson Opens New York Store

SEATTLE, May 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- The manufacturer and outfitter, C.C. Filson Co., is pleased to announce the opening of the company's first retail store on the East Coast.

The approximately 1800 square-foot Filson store is located in the NoHo district at 40 Great Jones Street between the Bowery and Lafayette Street. Filson's sixth location is next door to the iconic Beaux Arts firehouse, home to Engine Company 33 and Ladder Company 9 of the New York City Fire Department.

"Filson is delighted with this new opportunity to bring our unfailing goods to the New York City adventurer," said Alan Kirk, Chief Executive Officer of Filson. "Founded as a rugged working man's outfitter, it feels right that Filson will be located next to a firehouse."

The store offers a variety of signature luggage, leather accessories, apparel and iconic outerwear such as the 100-year-old Mackinaw Cruiser.  The store is also the first retail location to offer Filson's new line of camera bags, developed in collaboration with Magnum Photos. The first four bags in the collection are designed to spec by photographers David Alan Harvey and Steve McCurry and feature custom signature labeling.

FILSON
40 Great Jones Street
New York, NY 10003

About Filson
Established in 1897, Filson is the leading outfitter and manufacturer of unfailing goods for outdoor enthusiasts. Built upon a reputation for reliability, Filson is a favorite among anglers and hunters, engineers and explorers, mariners and miners, and anyone who refuses to stay indoors. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company is renowned for making its products in the USA from fabrics such as heavyweight Tin Cloth and warm Mackinaw Wool. A Bedrock Manufacturing brand, Filson stands for the highest quality and most durable apparel and accessories. For more information, go to www.filson.com.

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