Wool jackets

have LOTS of wool garments
all weights and configurations.
its all ive worn for so many yrs i cant tell ya.
and i DO throw em in the washer
delicate
cold water of course
hang to dry
ive got wool stuff that is decades old
with lots of use and i dont always treat my stuff well.....
and they are holding in
ive jackets and pullovers that are 20+ yrs old
you'd think they were new
the only thing to be careful of
COLD WATER
never let em even see the dryer

ibex is one of my fav manufactures
and their stuff is relatively easy to find on closeout at winters end(like now in many areas)
thats the only way i can afford the quality wool
used or on sale
most of it will last as long as i can use it im sure

dont fear wool
and dont even balk at paying full price
reckon if a jacket lasts 30+ yrs
bought for full price of say $300
thats $10 a yr for the best of the best
seems darned cheap to me
 
sonoran said:
Filson's Macinaw Cruiser is made in the USA. Besides all the very practical reasons that I like the Cruiser, it's "coziest" garment I've ever owned. Up front they are pricey, but when you assume that they will last a life time, providing warmth and comfort, they really aren't very expensive. Long term they're a bargin. Several months ago I purchased a pair of Filson Chukka boots and the quality and comfort are amazing. Stephen
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Sorry for the slightly off topic question: but I see that Filson's boots and chukkas are described in their catalog as "imported". Could you (or someone else) tell me from where they import their boots. I don't mind "buying the best" but I like to know where its coming from. Thanks.
 
The Dominican Republic. They are very well made, great leather and flawless workmanship. The Cruiser is made in the USA. Stephen
 
A small hijack here. I have had a Woolrich for years and it seems to have gradually shrunk. I didnt wash it or dry it. Is it possible to wet and stretch wool back to its original size and let it air dry. I remember a thread about "planking" a wet wool blanket by wrapping it around a plank to dry to keep it from shrinking. Any ideas? thanx--KV
 
g123 said:
Hey Guys,

What makes the Filson Macinaw Cruiser so good? The gfredasbell pullover is a lot less expensive. Does Filson use a lot more quality wool or is the fit that much better?

Thanks,

Geoff
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Its cut well, the stitching is basically indestructible, it looks good, it has enough pockets, there is a back pocket that has access at your kidneys that you can stuff things into...list goes on. But its a very well crafted garment. I have had mine for about 13 years now, and its held up fantastic, in all types of weather.
 
John Boy, I just came back after a four day Wilderness Survival course. I was the designated picture taker so that means I didn't get any photos of me wearing Teresa's pullover.

All I can say is it performed superbly. I wore it every day in 38 to 48 degree temps with 75 to 85% humidity and periods of absolute pouring down rain, showers and fog. I wore the lightest weight Smartwool crew neck tee shirt under it and was warm and comfortable the entire time. Although the garment wasn't specifically engineered to block the wind, it did an excellent job for not having any Windblocker or similar material layered under it.

I did wear my Shelter Cloth Filson jacket over it at night when the temps dropped into the upper 30's and the wind kicked and it dumped rain. But even at 38 degrees I shed the Filson jacket when the rain subsided because I was staying comfortably warm even when static.

I just finished cleaning my gear and cleaning up myself. This shirt is sitting behind me now and still looks show room new with nary a stink or smell...this after four days of literally living in it.

I'm extremely, extremely pleased. I cannot say this enough. This was not some Sunday School picnic camp out. This was primative living/wilderness survival, including several treks of wet brush bushwacking under extreme spring weather conditions. Heck people die in this kind of weather from hypothermia. I love it. I'm ordering another.
 
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Quirt said:
I'm a long time (35+ year) user of Filson and can't speak highly enough of it. It is very expensive but I still wear my first coat. You'll get tired of it before it wears out - it won't wear out!
I own many pieces of their wool and oil cloth and have never been let down. If you can afford a Filson then go for it with confidence.

However, mtnfolk mike recently got me excited about the gfredasbell pullover he linked too above. While not on the same exact par in worksmanship with Filson it is still a high quality garment especially for the price point. Wow, is it nice. I've worn it a half dozen times since I got it and have worn it in the woods and will again this weekend. The material is of very high quality and the design it good. The lady who makes them is extremely nice and helpful over the phone. She made mine to order. I got mine in the mackinaw configuration. I've worn my pullover with just a short sleeve Under Armorer Tee underneath and experienced no itching or scratching. Nice, nice stuff!

I like, mtnfolk mike, will be ordering another soon.
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Stupid question but...

What exactly is the difference between their (FredAsbell) "mackinaw" pullover with hood and their regular wool pullover with hood, other than the price point?
 
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They're both exactly the same! The non-hooded pullover is used as the base for the Mac.

The Mac portion is a totally seperate "extra" piece that slips over the top of the non-hooded pullover. It provides an extra layer of wool plus a hood. I only wish it would come down futher.

So if you want the most flexibilty then order the Mac set up which is a non-hooded pullover with the additional layer and hood. The extra "Mac" part folds up nicely into the top of a backpack.

I wore my non-hooded pullover all week. I took the Mac in the event I needed an extra layer and the hood. I didn't need it or find an excuse to wear it.
 
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