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Browse all American Giant sweatshirts →Men's Fleece Bomber Jacket - Deep Olive
The verdict
Fit
Bomber construction typically nips the waist and cuff for shape; at this price point, expect tailored proportions and careful seaming. Sizing runs standard; the fit should feel intentional, not slouchy.
Quality
At $168, American Giant's construction should reflect heavierweight fleece with reinforced seams. The brand's reputation for durability suggests this tier has better pilling resistance and longevity than entry-level bombers.
Is the price fair?
Premium-leaning mid-tier pricing. $168 approaches the upper bound of mid-tier but is justified if the heavyweight construction proves durable over years of wear.
Best for
Shoppers who rotate a few key layers and want a versatile bomber that will last; flattering color for most skin tones.
Care
Heavierweight fleece benefits from gentle wash and air dry to preserve weight and prevent matting.
What owners report about American Giant sweatshirts
The sweatshirt line is the brand's flagship and draws detailed reviews. Reviewers report heavy 13-oz-per-square-yard combed ringspun cotton fleece, reinforced double-needle stitching, elbow patches, double-lined hoods, and metal zippers, sewn in North Carolina. Long-term owners report no fraying, seam failures, or zipper problems after months to years of regular wear. The recurring gripes are practical: the fabric is heavier and less breathable than buyers expect, it shrinks somewhat in the dryer, and the price is well above mass-market hoodies.
- Strengths
- Owners consistently report the heavyweight construction holds up — no fraying, warped zippers, or seam failures over extended wear.
- Watch out for
- The most repeated complaints are heat and heft — the thick cotton is not very breathable — plus some dryer shrinkage and a price several times that of a basic mass-market hoodie.
- Sizing
- The Classic fit is tapered at the waist and long in the body with an athletic cut, and the fleece shrinks a bit in the dryer — reviewers point buyers who want more room to the roomier Relaxed fit rather than relying on the taper relaxing.
About American Giant's sweatshirts line as a whole. Sources: American Giant Hoodie Review: Really the World's Greatest? — Stridewise · American Giant Review: Are Premium Basics Worth It? — The Adult Man · What is the best hoodie? American Giant Classic Full Zip Hoodie — Mike Gorman