The short version
- Typical range: £20 – £90
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Clothing
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used workwear jacket is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for workwear jackets, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £90 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £76 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £58 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £40 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £22 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
These are the five grades WishThrift listings use, and sellers set the grade themselves — see what each condition grade means. Figures are shown in pounds as a reference point. On WishThrift prices display in your own currency, and sellers set their own asking price.
What raises the value of a workwear jacket
- Genuine vintage with period labels
- Heavyweight duck canvas or moleskin
- Recognised workwear brands
- Natural fading and honest repairs
What lowers it
- Modern reproductions sold as vintage
- Torn pockets and split seams beyond repair
- Fading from storage rather than wear
- Lightweight fashion copies
How to work out what yours is worth
- Check the inner label for maker and era
- Inspect the pockets and cuffs, which wear first
- Photograph the fade honestly in daylight
Once you have those three answers you can place your own workwear jacket on the table above with reasonable confidence. If it sits between two rows, price it toward the lower one — items priced honestly sell faster than items priced hopefully.
Ready to sell it? Listing on WishThrift is free, there is no commission, and you keep the full amount you agree with the buyer — see how selling works or create a free account.
Frequently asked questions
Why is vintage workwear so collectable?
The cloth and construction were built to last, and genuine wear gives a fade that cannot be faked convincingly.
Do repairs reduce value?
Honest period repairs often add to the character and are accepted. Crude modern repairs do not.
How do I date a workwear jacket?
The inner label, the button and rivet style and the pocket construction. Photograph the label clearly.
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