Bushcraft on a Budget : British Army Cold Weather Gear

[@WoolysWorld]

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[@Londonfogey]

I've got a Soldier 95 Pattern Fleece in olive green. Cost about £11 on Ebay a few years ago. It is absolutely fantastic both as a waterproof jacket liner or as a cardigan around the house.

[@WoolysWorld]

Nice one, I've seen them about, they look the business

[@verysurvival]

Desert Pink is fabulous

[@WoolysWorld]

Cheers buddy

[@xix94]

I have the green softiee with the storm flap on the zip

[@WoolysWorld]

Nice

[@markrichardson5701]

Thanks for the advice, managed to get my buffalo smock in the correct size because of your video. Many thanks

[@WoolysWorld]

Excellent stuff, a handy piece of gear, I don't do this type of content on here anymore, you might like my new channel " red branch Bushcraft"

[@mortyoutdoors7109]

Hi, the pcs smock is made by a company called Cooneen Defense Ltd based in Fivemiletown, Northern Ireland, they are part of the Cooneen group which is a massive clothes manufacturer for lots of other companies, atb, Ian 👍🏻🙂

[@bobmarley6161]

They make really good army socks.... As well

[@WoolysWorld]

Cheers buddy

[@jimbryan2271]

Used to knock around in the softee all the time, definitely getting one of the smocks. Be great for camping, chucking on in the evening chilling with a beer or two. Cheers Wooly

[@WoolysWorld]

No problem man, great gear, just wish they made them a bit smaller

[@jimbryan2271]

@@WoolysWorld yeah think I'll go to the local Army and Navy store try one on. Now I'm thinking sod it save up and get the Buffalo Mountain haha so much good gear out there.

[@WoolysWorld]

@@jimbryan2271 buffalo is the way to go, Facebook marketplace usually has loads, around 50 quid

[@kirkmillerBO84]

Very nice jacket indeed

[@WoolysWorld]

kirk miller great coat

[@steintanz]

Ah, you‘ve got the PCS smock, too :) The hood works great for me, because over/ under a fleece hat or baseball cap or even on its own it stops all wind and most rain instantly, but packs away to nothing.

[@WoolysWorld]

Cheers buddy

[@sosteve9113]

Great jacket you showed

[@WoolysWorld]

Cheers buddy

[@nomad-pq4yw8iy7v]

No problem staying frosty today wind chill was -39 this morning here

[@WoolysWorld]

wow, were lucky to see -2

[@nomad-pq4yw8iy7v]

Yes here wool isn't just part of someones name it's what u put on when u go outside

[@WoolysWorld]

hahahahhaahaha, we have defiantly moved away from wool here, its hard to get wool clothes now, verry expensive

[@nomad-pq4yw8iy7v]

That because it's good stuff it's blended in to a lot of survival gear. A real wool coat can safe ur life.

[@bobmarley6161]

Stormy and cold chilly wind here... Back from a nice hike was well kitted up.... Very informative video... I had some Italian army thermals on... They did the job and British army socks.... Also did the job...and if course after watching your video a while ago the Haix cold wet weather boots... Phenomenal boots love them....

[@WoolysWorld]

Great to hear

[@bobmarley6161]

@@WoolysWorld your the man came across your review of those boots by accident.... Gotta love those Haix boots kept my feet nice dry and toasty.... In a bitter wind chill on the moors...... Always good to watch your gear reviews... And I'm resisting buying the knives you reviewed with your friend... There's one knife I literally am really keen to just have.......

[@WoolysWorld]

@@bobmarley6161 the von temsky? there are two on sale on the facebook bushcraft forum atm

[@jbearmcdougall1646]

The Snugpak is a jacket I need...

[@WoolysWorld]

excellent jackets, you can usually get them for around £20 ....................To Ebay!!

[@Timehasfallenasleep]

I would have liked some estimate on what temperatures (or seasons) these are designed for. Both looked to me like they may do for a chilly summer evening but not for a cold winter night - am I wrong ?

[@WoolysWorld]

Would work if you layered up

[@stealthandysteath1069]

Hello buddy. Great review an sweet kit. Thanks for sharing mate an ya time. ATVB

[@WoolysWorld]

Cheers buddy

[@stealthandysteath1069]

@@WoolysWorld looking forward to seeing your next video soon. Atb Andy

[@WoolysWorld]

@@stealthandysteath1069 cheers man

[@soggz4246]

Hi. Nice jackets but the sizing are s bit odd on them. I tried on a large earlier on today. I couldn’t get my arms into it sensibly and it was pretty tight across the shoulders. I then tried on a X Large and it was massive! I’m 5’8”, 34” waist and weigh 12 stone. Unfortunately, it’s not for me. However, I ended up buying a Highlander black version in Large, and it fitted perfectly.

[@WoolysWorld]

Excellent job, sizing is terrible, I'm normally a small in jackets, needed a large! Still didn't fit right

[@WoolysWorld]

If you like this type of video you should check out my new channel, it's called red branch Bushcraft and it's only bushcraft and Survival related videos

[@xix94]

Are these as good as the buffalo special 6

[@WoolysWorld]

Not a patch on a buffalo

[@leeyo5494]

Wish i could find one for 15, i always get shafted

[@WoolysWorld]

Lol, keep looking

[@darrenlamb5640]

Feltons in Preston usually has most brit army issue kit in stock at competative prices. I always use them and have never had any problems at all.

[@WoolysWorld]

Thanks Darren, if you this type of video I've started another channel called red branch Bushcraft, it's all about bushcraft, survival and outdoor gear

[@baronedipiemonte3990]

Snugpack Soffee gear is really expensive in the USA

[@WoolysWorld]

It's overpriced and the quality is not great , I wouldn't recommend it at all

[@baronedipiemonte3990]

Snugpack MML-6 Soffee pullover "smock" = $273.00 U.S. You can get a few pieces of really good kit for that price. With the exception of my field knife, Ka-Bar, none of my field/bush gear is "name brand". Enjoyed your video. I'm going to check out your bush channel !

[@WoolysWorld]

That's mental money! I've had two snugpak smocks / pull overs , both terrible, best smock I've worn is the buffalo smock, not perfect but close, I've something coming out on my red branch Bushcraft channel soon though, hint hint. Might just be best of all

[@wolswildcamping1257]

I have to agree with you about the softie jacket, it is a great bit of kit. As for the pcs smock its not a patch on the Buffalo it wants to be. Good video man, thanks for sharing. Be safe and be lucky, Wol.

[@WoolysWorld]

Thanks man, I've since got rid of them all and gone back to the old reliable buffalo

[@stevenbuckley1416]

Very well presented as all ways. Your a joy to listen to bro. One question what size are you Across the chest. If you don’t mind. its just to get an idea what size I need to get one. Thank you very much for that thumbs up 👍

[@WoolysWorld]

I'm about a 39 chest I'd say, these come up big

[@WoolysWorld]

And thanks again for watching and commenting,

[@johncrouch8988]

Hi. These new issue Buffalo style suits shouldn’t really be called or associated with the company Buffalo as in comparison to a Real Buffalo suit they are really poor. As you say they are warmish but not as good as the softie suit and definitely nowhere near a real Buffalo smock. Keep the vids coming! 👍

[@WoolysWorld]

Agree completely, the new buffalo style stuff is quite poor in quality and function

[@RedHanded1969]

Cheap but the buffalo design is weird..

[@WoolysWorld]

Yes , their version of the buffalo is poor. If you like this content I've started a new channel, search : Red branch Bushcraft on KZbin, thanks

[@richardmurray9415]

Hi wooly. Been struggling to get a correct size. What height are you may I ask. Best wishes. Richard

[@WoolysWorld]

im 5 foot 7

[@poppywarner177]

Hi how big are you ? 5ft ? 36 chest? Just wondering for the sizing of these jackets cheers

[@WoolysWorld]

Hi, im 5 foot 7 ins, and with a 38 ins chest, hope that helps

[@poppywarner177]

Thanks

[@Tripl3blue]

so wooly quick question This jacket / smock (PCS)or the snugpak venture pile..or the ridgeline storm. I am looking for a jacket like this I don't want to be spending buffalo money so snugpak seems good enough for my needs but then again is the snugpak / ridgeline any better than a new surplus army PCS jacket? Thanks

[@WoolysWorld]

The snugpak smock us terrible, the sizing is way off, and it's draughty , have a look at the video I uploaded yesterday for a cheaper alternative to the buffalo

[@WoolysWorld]

Sorry, the sizing on all theses is off, the PC's is really big the PC's smock is really small , if I was to get any I'd have to try them on first, so far I'm loving the Ridgeline smock

[@lazycarper7925]

25 quid now minimum on ebay, i would like one at 15,

[@WoolysWorld]

For the reversable ones? Or the new ones

[@lazycarper7925]

@@WoolysWorld reversable ones

[@WoolysWorld]

@@lazycarper7925 yes, just had a look on ebay, all up round 30 quid, i must have got mine in the summer , keep an eye out they can go cheep on auctions

[@lazycarper7925]

@@WoolysWorld yeah im going to, im sick of buying sub par jackets and stuff, im a carp fisherman and like outdoors stuff, so need decent kit ,, due to being stood about not moving when fishing,is there much difference in warmth between the smock and softie, it looks like the softie is warmer more lofted? thanks for the help!

[@WoolysWorld]

@@lazycarper7925 the softie is warmer, the smock in this video is an under layer

[@riverhuntersuk7387]

Lol where are you finding the for £20 theyre £50 brand new

[@WoolysWorld]

I set reminders on ebay, get emails , works great, or you can try Go army in Scotland

[@riverhuntersuk7387]

@@WoolysWorld The cheap ones are usually reconditioned or ex service. Im not finding any brand new that cheap.

[@WoolysWorld]

If you head over to my other channel , red branch Bushcraft I do a video on the jacket there , the go army shop is linked with a discount code

[@riverhuntersuk7387]

@@WoolysWorld ok mate cheers

[@riverhuntersuk7387]

@@WoolysWorld yea still isnt coming in at £20 mate. £34.99

[@randyyeager]

got links to these coats?

[@randyyeager]

n/m.....they don't seem to have them big enough for me :/

[@WoolysWorld]

softie jacket: www.surplusandoutdoors.com/shop/army-surplus-uk/soldier-95-clothing/softie-jacket-british-army-issue-1212847.html?pid=1401648&gclid=Cj0KCQiAyZLSBRDpARIsAH66VQIycGcY_sD3aOFvyWe7Pfk1-Tt8fQpomxmJDXJ0hM2y-3tPW3b0WlkaArhAEALw_wcB

[@WoolysWorld]

smock: www.surplusandoutdoors.com/shop/army-surplus-uk/soldier-95-clothing/thermal-smock-pcs-light-olive-1159173.html?pid=1159173&gclid=Cj0KCQiAyZLSBRDpARIsAH66VQIP4ya4GDmIR7CRUWP_Rme2yx6U8srqEjMWLhfalStQgjr5jZYIR1oaApZGEALw_wcB

[@WoolysWorld]

but id try google first, the softie jackets are a big fit , but the smocks come up very small, in the video im wearing a large but i couldn't even get the medium on, i usually wear a small

[@murphman160]

TIOCFAIDH AR LA

[@WoolysWorld]

Cheers buddy