Customer Reviews and Photos for:
Cross-Back Shop Apron
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Average Rating:
4.6
(69 customer reviews)
$26.99
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1) Submitted by
Bob, from Farmington Hills, MI
on 12/28/2012
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I bought one of these 2 years ago and I wear it for several hours a day 5-6 days a week. This is one of the best values I have seen. First, it is COMFORTABLE! The cross-back feature makes all the difference, especially if you are wearing it as much as I wear mine. Second, the pockets are wonderful! I have everything I need with me at all times, pencils, tape measure, rules, squares, utility knife, etc. Third, it is durable. As I said, I've used mine for over two years almost every day. Only now am I considering replacing it with a new one. What a bargain.
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2) Submitted by
Steve, from Jackson, TN
on 12/25/2012
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I have tried shop aprons in the past (with fit/comfort and finish usually being the problem). The cross back support made the difference. I now reach for this first thing when I am in the shop (all my small common tools are ready and waiting in the pockets). Comfort and function, way to go Rockler!
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3) Submitted by
Ed, from Nashville, TN
on 12/18/2011
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Love it! Should have bought this years ago. I'm the worlds worst at misplacing my pencil or tape measure, etc. Now I keep all everything handy, not to mention what a difference it makes when it comes to saving my clothes from stains and glue. Extra pockets always come in handy. Very comfortable.
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4) Submitted by
Scott, from Cato, NEW YORK
on 7/27/2011
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I have ruined many sets of clothes due to stains, glues, etc. My dad had purchased one of these and had it in his shop while I was visiting. I tried it out and thought wow this is just what I need. I returned home and purchased one the next day. It is well made very easy on your neck and fits greats. The only thing that I don't care for is the saw dust does collect in the pockets but evey few days at the end of the day I just blow the pockets out with the air hose. This is a great product at a reasonable price. Also no more chips and saw dust in my pants pockets....My wife surely likes this part!
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5) Submitted by
Frank McMahon, from Lacey, WA
on 7/10/2011
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Exactly what is needed in my shop. Keeps those things I need most frequently quick to hand, and allows me to protect my clothing when working with all sorts of tools amd finishers...
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6) Submitted by
Peter, from Narrogin, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
on 6/30/2011
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Mine arrived in perfect condition, fitted me perfectly, holds my most used measuring and marking tools perfectly, keeps the dust and chips off my front perfectly. Only thing that is not perfect is the Aussie mongrel wearing it. ME!!! After having used it, I wouldn't like to be without it now. IT's A GREAT BUY.
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7) Submitted by
Renee, from New Providence, PA
on 5/15/2011
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Bought this for my husband to use while making wood furniture. He loves it! Has lots of pockets to keep simple tools on hand and keeps his clothes clean. I love it because there's no more jean pockets full of sawdust!! :
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8) Submitted by
Daniel Temianka, from Pasadena, CA
on 5/5/2011
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Needs flip-up flaps on the waist pockets to keep sawdust out. Pencils fall out of top pockets when you bend over, unless clipped in securely. Otherwise very nice.
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9) Submitted by
Andy, from Bullhead City, AZ
on 3/4/2011
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Just what I was looking for at a reasonable price. Plenty of pockets! I would not mind if it were a simple over the head neck piece with a waist strap instead of the cross back straps and waist strap. It is probably my distorted brain but I keep getting my arms through the wrong loop when putting it on. Also, I wish the pockets were built out from the apron and fitted with some sort of mesh bottom to allow sawdust and chips to fall out of the pockets.
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10) Submitted by
Gary Good, from Hays, KS
on 2/24/2011
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Seems well made and I wear it everytime I'm doing any woodworking.
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11) Submitted by
Dan from KY
on 12/24/2010
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Very happy with the apron. It's easy to put on and has lots of pockets.
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12) Submitted by
Steve Olsen, from Salt Lake City, UT
on 11/13/2010
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I struggled with apron! I always felt they were a great accessory to woodworking, but they never seemed to be worth the neck aches they would cause. I gave the Rockler apron a chance. Boy, oh, boy! it is very, very comfortable. My tape is always with me I don't put it down on the work bench and then walk off nearly as often as I have done in the past as well as my pencil. And the aching neck? GONE! What a pleasure. The only thing I had to get used to, was putting it on. Because of the design which I do love you may need to take a second to figure how to put it on. It's not difficult to do, just different. I give this amazing accessory A BIG 5 stars.
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13) Submitted by
Bob H., from Granger, IN
on 7/11/2010
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Very nice product! Easily the most comfortable shop apron I've ever worn. I do wish that the waist straps were sewn all the way to the edge of the apron but a little fabric glue took care of that.
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14) Submitted by
Mary, from Chapel Hill, NC
on 6/29/2010
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Just what I was looking for - for metal work actually (scared to say to a wood working audience) but wanted a cross back on and the pocket distribution is great.
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15) Submitted by
Gerry, from Clearlake, CA
on 12/7/2011
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The only thing missing is a loop for your hammer.
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16) Submitted by
Mark, from Durham, NH
on 1/11/2010
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This apron is amazing. I never wore an apron before, I had one but it was very ineffective always getting in the way and not very comfortable. I should have bought this long ago! Plenty of storage I'm always reaching for a square and found the perfect pocket to fit mine. The cross back straps make you feel like nothing is there. The leg split is great and enables for movement to not be restricted. This is my best purchase in months! Thanks again Rockler!
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17) Submitted by
Bob, from Tacoma, WA
on 10/13/2009
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Its my second one....the cross back apron is great....Bob Z.
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18) Submitted by
Mark, from New London, MN
on 10/12/2009
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Love it!! Lots of pocket space comes in real handy. My only regret is that I never used an apron before.
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19) Submitted by
K Caughron, from Fremont, NC
on 10/5/2009
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I love the back strap. It is easy to fasten and release quickly.
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20) Submitted by
Ryan, from Novelty, OH
on 4/29/2010
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Very comfortable apron. Best one I have found thus far. My only improvement would be that it goes a little longer. I am a high school woods teacher and wear this on a daily basis for roughly 180 days a year. I just bought my second apron because the one previous to this met my expectations and lasted almost 3 years of abuse. The previous one is actually still being used by me at home it is just to grungy looking to be professional at school.
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21) Submitted by
Nathan, from Boston, MA
on 8/14/2009
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Works great, moves with you and feels comfortable.
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22) Submitted by
Ric Nesslage, from Denair, CA
on 6/29/2009
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Nice apron. Easy to use buckle. Good value.
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23) Submitted by
John, from Shelton, CT
on 6/27/2009
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Great apron. I am 5'7" but was able to adjust it to fit me well. The leg split allows me to sit comfortably when scrolling and the apron catches the dust that normally accumulated in my lap. The pockets are very handy and after a few moments I found a very effective way to put it on. Very happy with my purchase.
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24) Submitted by
Walt Bungard from MI
on 5/16/2009
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Well made, comfortable. Keeps my clothes clean. Lots of pockets. I like it.
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25) Submitted by
Doug, from Chesapeake City, MD
on 2/18/2009
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After years of using aprons with neck straps, I knew this apron was what I wanted. No disappointments at all. The pockets don't fill up with sawdust, and they hold all tools I need 'at hand'. Great product.
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26) Submitted by
Tim, from Helena, AL
on 12/30/2008
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I love this Apron, it is very durable. I where it all the time when im out in the garage working on some of my projects. I'm always forgetting where i put things once i use it. the big pockets help with keeping often used tools such as a tape measure, a pencil, your safety glass, etc close at hand.
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27) Submitted by
Pat Passalacqua, from Rome, NY
on 12/27/2008
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A super buy on a great product. I have done woodworking for years without an apron, but now know where everything is and dont spend time looking to items that are stored in the many pockets. Made of a rough yet comfortable material. A pleasure to use.
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28) Submitted by
Bob, from Chicago, IL
on 12/19/2008
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I like the design and the pockets but the trim on mine has started to fray after only 2 weeks, I'm not sure how long it will last.
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29) Submitted by
Dave Keithley, from Boone, IA
on 10/13/2008
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After years of around the neck aprons, this one is wonderful. Very comfortable for all day. I like the pockets, roomy enough to carry around what I need to hand.
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30) Submitted by
Jason Milligan, from Poway, CA
on 8/25/2008
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The cross back design sold me! I wear mine for work and the old behind the neck design would kill me after 8 hours. My only grievance would be to have inside pocket loops to hold my tools upright in the pockets. Great product anyway!
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31) Submitted by
Gregg, from Cleveland, WI
on 8/21/2008
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Very comfortable and the pockets make having your often used tools very close at hand and easily accessible.
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32) Submitted by
Bruce McCorkle, from Marsyville, WA
on 7/18/2008
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Great! This is my 2nd Rockler apron. I like all the pockets and the cross back design. Its very comfortable. I highly recommend it.
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33) Submitted by
Tom Murphy, from Crockett, TX
on 7/6/2008
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Great apron. Unpacked it and went to shop to try it out. After 5 minutes I threw out my old apron. I will order another to have on hand for friends.
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34) Submitted by
Danny Faulk, from Paragould, AR
on 7/1/2008
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Once I determined how to put it on I found it to be very comfortable. I broke it in this last weekend, plenty of sawdust and sweat, so now it feels great. It beats the heck out of that clumsy, clanking toolbelt and it is 100% more comfortable. Thanks for offering such a great product for the self-proclaimed wookworkers and handymen/women.
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35) Submitted by
Joseph B. Becker, from Oneonta, NY
on 8/5/2008
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Just added a small shop to rear of my garage and desired a good quality, not around the neck, shop apron and I found it @ Rockler.
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36) Submitted by
Peter Perrello, from Lancaster, NY
on 1/16/2010
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Great looking and functional too, however my wife looks way better in it than I do!
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37) Submitted by
Bill Casassa, from Hilliard, OH
on 6/9/2008
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The cross-back design is extremely comfortable. My retired apron hung on my neck and if I didn't have a collared shirt on it cut into my neck, even without much in the pockets. The length is perfect and the pockets are very large/useful.
I like that the pockets don't gape open and collect dust.
I miss having a hammer loop but can put my stubby hammer in the large left pocket any problems going in or coming out; likewise with my tape measure. I had a nice clip on my last apron but the pockets on the cross-back are very accommodating.
My biggest complaint is that the denim bleeds off onto my clothes when sweating.
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38) Submitted by
Jerry Karshna, from Park Falls, WI
on 5/5/2008
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So much more comfortable than the kind that goes over the neck. This is especially true when one has a few small things in the pockets.
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39) Submitted by
Charlie B, from Ocala, FL
on 10/15/2010
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Excellent in all aspects of functionality. Would have preferred more substantial wider and comfortable straps and a tad more length on the waist strap for the horizontally challenged.
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40) Submitted by
Darell, from Davis, CA
on 11/22/2010
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As good as expected from the other reviews. Love the cross back design. I do wonder why the belt-level straps aren't sewn to the edge... must be some reason! Works just fine the way it us. Good weight of material - durable and still soft. I use this for working on my bicycles - biggest problem is setting down a tool and not having it handy when you next need it. now it just gets slipped into one of the generous pockets. Really great apron!
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41) Submitted by
Chuck, from Wilmette, IL
on 4/28/2008
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The apron is very well designed. The top pockets hold small tools and measurement devices. The lower pockets hold larger tools. The cross-back design is comfortable and wraps the apron around your sides. The material is strong but washable. This is a must-have for a woodworker.
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42) Submitted by
Steve, from Salt Lake City, UT
on 4/10/2008
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This is the 5th apron I've bought for my shop work! The others either had pockets that were too shallow, only a loop around the head (giving great neck pain after wearing it for just a little while) or too clumsy (the place for my tape measure was way down on the bottom of the apron, so that it was pushed up and off of the metal holder when I needed to squat down)! This apron is so good that I don't even know I'm wearing an apron; I just know that the tools I need are where I expect them to be! Good Job Rockler!
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43) Submitted by
Brad Feuerhelm, from Presque Isle, ME
on 8/7/2008
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Sorry I don't give anyone a maxed out review, it leaves no room for improvement!
This shop apron is a very good one. no complaints on it's quality. It's very hard to find a long one with as much quality as this one!
I do have a suggestion though.
Maybe a longer version! At least to the knee or about 34-36" long. Us tall people sure could use one.
Just take this one and add 12" to it.
My 2 cents.
Thanks Rockler!
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44) Submitted by
Mike Lebo, from Staste College, PA
on 4/1/2008
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Great construction, nice heavy fabric. I especially like the pockets. They are large enough to hold my small squares. The small pockets are also good size.The cross-back straps make it a comfortable fit. I plan to purchase another for my son.
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45) Submitted by
Jim Louy, from Charlotte, NC
on 3/22/2008
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Great design and construction; the material is heavy enough to provide protection from those unavoidable shop hazards, the cross-back design is easy to wear, and the large pockets are great for holding rulers, pencils, safety glasses - whatever. I liked mine so much I bought one for my father for Christmas... and he likes his, too.
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46) Submitted by
Michael Curtis, from Columbia, SC
on 2/11/2008
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This is a very good apron at a good price. The cross-back straps are very comfortable and the quick connect buckles for the behind the back strap make taking it on and off quick and easy. The pockets are handy and roomy. The only thing that kept this from an Excellent rating was the lack of flaps over the pockets. You will end up with pockets full of sawdust.
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47) Submitted by
Paul, from Dyke, CA
on 2/11/2008
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Having spent years as a printer, in an apron similar to this, I was glad to find them at Rockler. I could suggest an improvement, a short flap over the bottom pockets; some days I have more sawdust than tools in there!
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48) Submitted by
Ernest Theisen, from Volcano, HI
on 1/29/2008
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This is a great apron. Very durable material, big pockets in the right places. It took some practice to learn how to get it on without a mirror to look at, but I am good at it now. I shopped features and price on several shop aprons and this one can't be beat.
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49) Submitted by
Hector Barrera, from Boca Raton, FL
on 1/28/2008
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I've given my new cross-back apron a month of use and it's earned a place and it's own hook in my workshop. Carrying small tools in the large lower pockets isn't a pain in the neck with the shoulder strap design. And they're deep enough that I don't have to worry about them falling out, even when I sit down. That brings to mind the split front design that let's me catch most things that fall in my lap, and also lets me straddle my stool without catching when I leg over it. The chest pockets are real handy for holding my pencils, a 6" rule and give me a slot for holding onto my glasses. It sure is nice not to have to fumble around behind my back trying to tie it around my ample waist . The buckles are large enough to easily fasten or unfasten behind my back. With all its plusses it didn't take long for this apron to find a home.
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50) Submitted by
Paul, from Max Meadows, VA
on 3/8/2011
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This apron from a man's point of view...fits really good. The pockets are a joy for me. Most of all I don't get so dirty.
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51) Submitted by
Carl Nuechterlein, from Nine Mile Falls, WA
on 1/26/2008
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I have been meaning to get one of these and am very pleased with the purchase. It is very comfortable, even with the pockets loaded. Great product, great price!
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52) Submitted by
DiamondDave, from Charleston, SC
on 1/24/2008
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I am very satisfied with the product and I received it very fast.
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53) Submitted by
John Lihach, from Arlington, VA
on 1/14/2008
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I would have like more smaller pockets/holders, especially for tiny items like pencils, nail sets, etc. And I would have liked holders (vs. pockets) so that I could see the small item without having to dig thru one large pocket after another to find-by-feel the desired tool.
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54) Submitted by
Billy Kellum, from Hayes, VA
on 12/28/2007
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The cross back shop apron has been more than I could imagine. It is very comfortable, their is no pulling on the neck. The pocket spaces and flaps are very useful in keeping things where you need them and clean from sawdust and wood shavings. It is made of durable material and I am glad I ordered two while they were on sale.
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55) Submitted by
Wen Baldwin, from Henderson, NV
on 12/28/2007
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Great fit,very comfortable and appears to be very durable. Love all the well placed pokets but would like to see flaps on them to keep woodchips and sawdust out.
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56) Submitted by
Randy Davis, from Lenoir City, TN
on 12/22/2007
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I am a leather tool bag kind of guy so was hesitant to buy an apron. The problem was my pants and shirts were always taking a beating. I couldn't be happier with this product. the number and depth of the pockets helped ease the transition from tool belt to apron for shop-intensive work. Great product and I would highly recommend it to others.
Randy
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57) Submitted by
Howard King, from Horn Lake, MS
on 12/22/2007
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Great value! Well designed, with lots of pockets and easy latch (no tying bows behind your back). Good, heavy fabric should wear well. The cross-straps are very comfortable, though I had a little trouble figuring out how to get in and out of it smoothly. Wraps around the hips for full protection. I no longer clip my tape to my belt -- I just took the clip off and now I drop it in my far right pocket. Pencil pocket is lower than some, which I find handy, since I have a full beard. I'm glad I bought two.
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58) Submitted by
Charlie Lair, from Mesa, AZ
on 12/16/2007
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Just what I was looking for. Lots of pockets, lots of protection.
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59) Submitted by
Ken Jerome, from Batavia, IL
on 11/28/2007
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This apron is great! The cross-back (over shoulders) style is SOOO much nicer then the neck strap apron that I had been using. Very comfortable and durable - I actully do a lot of cooking too and I am thinking of getting another for the kitchen, as the neck-apron I use in the kitchen can get painful after an hour or so and has no pockets. The pockets are roomy and well placed. Bernie from Nashville is right - just grab the straps at the "x" and put it over your head. After you do it two or three times, you don't even have to think about it. Great apron at a great price too!
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60) Submitted by
Gordon Moog, from Nine Mile Falls, WA
on 11/27/2007
Comfortabale. Easy to adjust. Functional/generous pockets are well positioned. Should be durable but can't judge that yet.
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61) Submitted by
Thomas Koch, from Richmond, VA
on 10/31/2007
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My old apron (20 yrs. old) has a neck strap and after a few hours with a heavy ruler in the pocket, my neck became sore. With the cross back apron I have not experienced any fatigue and it is very comfortable.
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62) Submitted by
Don Bernier, from New Port Richey, FL
on 9/6/2007
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My old apron was just that, old and worn out. I like an apron as it really saves my street clothes from stain, paint and just plain shop dirt. I do it all, cut sand solder, shape metal and this apron is really comfortable with the strap off the neck. Thanks Rockler.
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63) Submitted by
Bernie Thomas, from Nashville, TN
on 4/15/2006
I like wearing an apron in the shop, but [a]neck strap [style which this is not]hurts my neck, especially in the summer. The Rockler apron with the crossed shoulder straps is terrific. It takes some time to adjust the straps, but it is well worth the time. A good tip is not to try and put you arms through the shoulder straps. You should hold the straps at the "x" and put it over your head, much as you would a regular apron.
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64) Submitted by
Jan Pickett, from Bend, OR
on 3/11/2008
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As others have commented it is a little clumbsy to put on and I have to fiddle with it a bit to get everything straightened out. Mine came with one of the straps twisted - so I had to restring it to straighten it out. Material seems sturdy - a much better color would be tan. Pockets are roomy and although flaps would help to keep sawdust out of them I wouldn't care for the trade off of less convenient access. For me the pencil pockets are a bit tight - I seem to carry around lots of pens and pencils. The coverage to the knees is good. To sum up: it's not perfect (but then what is?) however, it is functional and I can live with the drawbacks.
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65) Submitted by
Nik from VA
on 2/1/2008
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It's a good apron. To make it even better I suggest two changes: make it from a lighter fabric (sawdust really shows on dark denim), and add flaps over lower pocket, so it wouldn't catch chips and other debris flying from the machines.
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66) Submitted by
Lawrence S. Froid, from San Francisco, CA
on 3/13/2008
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I found the apron to be very comfortable to wear. The quality of the material is excellant and it will stand up to normal wear and tear like a nice pair of blue jeans. The only problem I have found is there are no flaps on the large front pockets, so in time you will find your pockets full of sawdust. A small price to pay for an otherwise excellant product.
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67) Submitted by
Alec, from Lewes, DE
on 12/30/2010
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Comfortable. Good design. Material is denim like a pair of unwashed blue jeans- perhaps a little stiffer- but as I think it should be. Comfortable to slip on with cross straps. Easy to connect the waist strap in back. Good usable pockets. Split leg design makes it more functional, too. Now, being cheap, I should think we would get a price break by advertising Rockler on the front!
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68) Submitted by
Paul, from Boise, ID
on 4/6/2011
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Everything is great with this appron except the ties could be longer. I adjusted them to the maximum length and they're just barely long enough. I am 6'1" and weigh about 250 lbs. Other than this I would give it a 5.
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69) Submitted by
Wayne, from San Antonio, TX
on 4/9/2008
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I bought this apron because of the exceptional pockets. The four large pockets along the bottom are priceless. They are perfect for carrying a lot of things and keeping them all organized. The chest pockets are also well designed and extremely useful. Personally, I am happy that there are no flaps over the pockets, because I wouldn’t want to have to ‘open’ a pocket every time. The cross-back design is very comfortable under most circumstances however it did not work for me. It seems that I bend and lean a lot at my job and found that one or the other of the straps kept falling over my shoulder. I simply cut the cross-straps off the back and reconfigured them with the existing clips to form an around the neck design. This works much better for me.
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