Originally ordered a 9x. My Chest size is 58. I ordered a size too big (9x) on purpose, thinking the extra room for a hoodie would be a perfect fit. Hmm, still, too big and it showed. Without the hoodie i could hide 4 chihuahuas (2 on each side of my chest easily)
Sent back the 9x (at my cost, $12. Taken off my refund, grrrr, already paid shipping the first time) ordered a 8x vest. MUCH better fit. Now, only one Chihuahua on each side of my chest. Putting a hoodie under the vest or without a hoodie, GREAT fit. Length is good, im 5ft 10. Comfortable under the arms. Why they measure so wHeird is beyond me. Normal USA sizes would be 5xl maximum, not 8xl.
Sturdy metal snaps, thick leather, lots of pockets. Stitching is strong and straight. Liner on the inside isnt thick by any means, but its not meant to do anything but keep the leather from skin or clothing. Weight is about 3lbs