The North Face 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest

backcountry  |  SKU: DWGC87X
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Product Condition: The 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest - Men's is in Good condition. VFC- This 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest - Men's TNF Black/Recycled Down, XXL was previously owned for a month.  The following observations were made regarding this item: * There are no holes or rips in the material * Zipper functions correctly. * The fabric is not faded or stained from use * Item sold as is, all warranties void

Size: Male XXL

Color: TNF Black/Recycled Down

Retail Cost: $260.00

What Our Gearhead Experts Are Saying:

"This vest has been a cold-weather staple for me for years. The warmth-to-weight ratio is hard to beat, and those big Nuptse baffles trap heat fast without feeling bulky. I love that I can wear it around town, stash the hood when I don’t need it, and still rely on it for real insulation during shoulder-season hikes. It packs into itself too, so it’s become one of my easiest layers to bring everywhere."

We reach for the 1996 Retro Nuptse Vest when winter settles in and we want reliable warmth wrapped in unmistakable heritage style. True to the original Nuptse design, its oversized baffles and boxy silhouette bring nostalgic flair to chilly commutes, travel days, or crisp trail walks, all while delivering the kind of lofted warmth that made the Nuptse name iconic. The 700-fill down insulation traps body heat with impressive efficiency, giving us dependable comfort from frosty mornings to snowy afternoons.

Its water-resistant face fabric sheds light precipitation, letting us navigate flurries or drizzles without hesitation. When the wind picks up, the insulated hood deploys for added protection, then tucks neatly into the collar once skies clear. Practical features—like zippered hand pockets, an internal secure pocket, and a cinchable hem—keep essentials close and cold air out, making this vest a versatile outer layer or an easy midlayer under a shell.


1996 Retro Nuptse Vest delivers iconic warmth with classic oversized baffles (DWGC87X)

TECH SPECS

  • Material: [face fabric] (solid) 100% nylon ripstop DWR, (heather) 100% polyester DWR, (metallic) 100% polyester DWR, [yoke] 100% nylon DWR, [lining] 100% nylon
  • Insulation: 700-fill goose down
  • Fit: Regular
  • Length: hip
  • Center Back Length: 26in
  • Pockets: [external] 2 hand, [internal] 1 secure-zip
  • Hood: stowable
  • Claimed Weight: 1lb 1.1oz
  • Activity: casual

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