I have my fathers WWII P Coat and his Navy uniform. I have been told you can sleep in an Oxford suit get up and its good as new. Lifetime investment, if you can maintain your size. They are probably $2000 or more now. You think about old scratchy stuff, nice wool suits are smooth and soft. I'm going to search for the wool around here and create a hoard. Might be good to get a few sheep.
I have Raynaud's disease & heck yes on the wool!! It's the only thing that keeps me warm. Just ordered some Alpaca socks so interested to see how they compare to wool.
If it's allowed, I would be glad to see links to well reviewed products of all types- the wool socks I like ( I have very sensitive skin) are a wool blend.
I wish I could wear wool. I am allergic in a really ugly "oozing itching welts within seconds" way. I can wear alpaca, so I guess I need to add more alpaca to my wardrobe.
I have a pair that I have never tried because I am a bit fearful to have my feet break out. Maybe I will give them a try....I will let you know how I do. It would be awesome to be able to wear smartwool. Thanks for the tip.
Very welcome. PS. I know Michael for good reason is a wool freak, but I have found a SmartWool blend with Poly about (90% wool-10% poly is fabulous. A bit stronger. But have to hunt it.
Totally agree. These folks have top quality products all from small American ranches - Alpaca and Merino, and products are all made in America.
https://willowwindgoods.com
Sierra warehouse has a sale on Merino wool base layers for both sexes, and some tops and socks.
I have my fathers WWII P Coat and his Navy uniform. I have been told you can sleep in an Oxford suit get up and its good as new. Lifetime investment, if you can maintain your size. They are probably $2000 or more now. You think about old scratchy stuff, nice wool suits are smooth and soft. I'm going to search for the wool around here and create a hoard. Might be good to get a few sheep.
Good wool is impossible to find. Bought sweaters in late 90s that were made then. No more
I brought a wool blanket to Afghanistan. Didn’t regret the purchase one bit.
Good for hunting in heavy, wet snow.
Filson has a lot of my money. I have a lot of their wool.
Canada
http://www.customwoolenmills.com/wool_shop/prairie_wool_socks/original_100_wool_socks
I have my father's USMA grey, black letters, bright yellow stripe from 1955 blanket. I will passing it down.❤✝️🇺🇸
My experience has been mostly with wool socks and they don’t get stinky, even after hiking in boots all day. Definitely a fan!
Ah yes, but it makes me itch. Ha a lot!
Its hard to find 100% wool nowadays. Has to be small company American or European.
https://weatherwool.com/
https://www.sweaterchalet.com/dachstein-woolwear-boiled-wool-sweaters-mitts-socks-caps-gloves/
https://northseaclothing.com/en-us/collections/wool-knitwear
https://dehen1920.com/
Thanks, Tom!
I have Raynaud's disease & heck yes on the wool!! It's the only thing that keeps me warm. Just ordered some Alpaca socks so interested to see how they compare to wool.
If it's allowed, I would be glad to see links to well reviewed products of all types- the wool socks I like ( I have very sensitive skin) are a wool blend.
Merino is the best for skin contact wool clothing.
I wish I could wear wool. I am allergic in a really ugly "oozing itching welts within seconds" way. I can wear alpaca, so I guess I need to add more alpaca to my wardrobe.
Tried "SmartWool", Rebecca? Same itchy response all my life.....SmartWool never!
I have a pair that I have never tried because I am a bit fearful to have my feet break out. Maybe I will give them a try....I will let you know how I do. It would be awesome to be able to wear smartwool. Thanks for the tip.
Very welcome. PS. I know Michael for good reason is a wool freak, but I have found a SmartWool blend with Poly about (90% wool-10% poly is fabulous. A bit stronger. But have to hunt it.