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Hudson Durable Goods Waxed Canvas Apron — a shop apron that takes the weight off the neck
Hudson Durable Goods Waxed Canvas Work Apron
Reviewed by the WhyToBuyThis team · Updated September 2026 · How we choose
Perfect for
- Woodshop regulars
- Makers & DIYers
- All-day shop sessions
- Useful and handsome
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Why this gift works
The Hudson Durable Goods HDG901 is a heavy-duty work apron in 16 oz water-resistant waxed canvas. It has two front tool pockets, a chest pocket for a phone or pencil and a kangaroo hand pocket, with double-stitched pockets and gun-metal rivets and grommets. Cross-back straps spread the weight across the shoulders instead of the neck, and it adjusts to fit wearers from about 5'2" to 6'4" with a waist up to 50 inches.
Sawdust, glue and finish end up on everything in a shop. A tough apron keeps clothes clean and puts a pencil, tape and square within reach, and cross-back straps are the detail that makes it comfortable to wear all afternoon.
Who is this gift for?
Great for
- A woodworker who wipes their hands on their jeans
- Someone who spends whole Saturdays in the garage shop
Think twice if
- They want something they can throw in the wash
The catch
Waxed canvas cannot go in the washing machine - spot clean or hand wash - and it needs re-waxing now and then, which leaves a wax smell for a while.
Skip for someone who wants a machine-washable apron, or who already has a leather shop apron they love.
Key specs
| Brand | Hudson Durable Goods |
|---|---|
| Model | HDG901 heavy-duty work apron |
| Material | 16 oz waxed canvas, water-resistant |
| Pockets | 2 tool pockets, chest pocket, kangaroo pocket |
| Straps | Cross-back |
| Size | 27 x 34 in, waist up to 50 in |
| Care | Spot clean or hand wash; re-wax as needed |
| Warranty | 1 year (maker) |
Worth knowing before you buy
- It needs re-waxing now and then.
- Hudson gives it a one-year warranty, activated online.
Why we like it
- Cross-back straps keep weight off the neck
- Tough 16 oz waxed canvas
- Pockets for pencil, tape and phone
What to look for in a woodworking apron
- Cross-back straps. Shoulder straps are far more comfortable than a neck loop for long sessions.
- Material. Waxed canvas resists stains and water; leather resists sparks and sharp tools.
- Pockets. Pockets for a pencil, tape and square save trips across the shop.
- Care. Waxed canvas is not machine washable.
Questions people ask
Spot clean or hand wash in lukewarm water with a mild soap; no machine washing, per Hudson Durable Goods.
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