how to wax a bushcraft jacket with fjallraven greenland wax

[@TSE_WOODY]

Your videos have a really pleasant quality, different from normal it just seems like you're enjoying telling us all this. Thanks mate.

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Thanks woody for noticing, that's very kind of you. I do enjoy it , it's all genuine.

[@TSE_WOODY]

@@Andy-walkaboutnutty keep it up, rare to see on this website and you've inspired me to go explore more of our country 😁

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Waw thanks 😊

[@ivanwoodward4116]

Andy is like this all the time. He’s a good friend of mine. He’s definitely got the same presence on line as he has face to face. It’s really nice to have a genuine bloke who shares knowledge for other people’s benefit.

[@fintonmainz7845]

And he knows what he's talking about too...

[@prepperjonpnw6482]

You can use the iron to make the jacket warmer so the wax goes on better. Make sure the iron doesn’t touch areas that already have wax.

[@Milkman3572000]

I was thinking do this immediately after taking out of the dryer.

[@HikingFeral]

Walker and hawkes do a softer wax similar to the barbour thornproof, it goes on so much faster and easier than a hard block. I used to use pure beeswax blocks the same way you're doing it here though and it does work well.

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Thanks for that, it's always good to learn new stuff 👍

[@jimf1964]

I used to own a Barbour Thorn proof. I really miss it. Don’t ask why I don’t have it anymore.😢. Does it really affect the look and feel? I just got a German army flektarn jacket in desert cammo. It’s super nice, but not waterproof. More of a wind proof garment. I want to wax it, but I don’t want it to have a thick wax like the Barbour.

[@cooperbarnes7808]

Thanks for the video. You seem to be the only person who wanted to make a video regarding waxing the M-65. I've used Kiwi camp dry on my second hand ones and I've been looking for something a little more robust for my current one, which has never been treated. I was worried that the particular fabric might not wax well, but I'm not worried anymore.

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

It's waxes quite good, but I've now discovered fabsil gold. I believe it's a lot better than waxing, and I have a video on applying fabsil and a video on testing the m65 after it's been waterproofed with fabsil in the rain which I've uploaded lately. You may be interested.

[@IKS-Exploration]

Great video ❤

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Thanks. 👍

[@MarcS4R]

that's just what i needed to see. i bought a used waxed jacked that has been cleaned, and the wax was taken off. i want to rewax it, and your demonstration was great. Thanks for sharing.

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

You're welcome Marc 🤘

[@onurdogan1139]

did you use soy wax?

[@MilPicJapan]

Thank you sir, very clear and easy .well done

[@danielmarshall4587]

Thank you for the insight, nicely shot and good sound to the video ...cheers.

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

You welcome. Cheers, glad it gave you an idea of what to do.👍

[@almafuerte7711]

Muy buenoooo. Saludos desde Argentina 🇦🇷👍

[@OldNavajoTricks]

Hmmm, if I mix some pine or lemon oil in it might help annoy bugs etc for a while as well...

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

I've never tried that, but there's only one way to find out.🙂

[@OldNavajoTricks]

Yup, need to buy my smock first but will definitely be adding to the wax as a first line of tick defence 👍

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

@Old Navajo Tricks just so you know, I've discovered another waterproofing agent called fabsil Gold, and I think it's a little better than wax. I have a video on how to apply it and another video on testing it in the rain with an M65 jacket. Just to give you the option.

[@OldNavajoTricks]

I'm aware of Fabsil G, I think I may have seen your vid on packproofing with it? I'm trying to keep my stuff as lowtech as much as possible though, I favour the ability to make do over the ability to purchase anyday, if I can proof using tealight remnants and oils then shops being empty and 'money' worthless doesn't affect me as much as the masses 👍

[@OldNavajoTricks]

@@Andy-walkaboutnutty Ah, it was Harry over at Flying haggis with the pack proofing, my mistake. kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6DQd5h8e7irhdk

[@Odys75]

Congratulations and thanks !

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

You're welcome 😊

[@diegofianza3525]

Thanks for the video. For me, the blowdryer did not work on my cotton hat. Even after 2 hrs in the clothes dryer (in a pillow case) and numerous passed on hi and hot w/the blowdryer, the hat still looked like I had just applied the wax (I used Otter Wax.) Then I realized I had a bunch of lighters from when I smoked, I just took a long neck lighter and melted the wax. Experience tip: if u angle the fabric to a nearby light source, u can see the flame melt the wax and it impregnate the fabric. Also, u can see the excess "pooling" atop the fabric. Just wipe that with your finger. Also from my chemistry days, use the hottest part of the flame where the blue becomes yellow on the fabric. But most definitely use a constant swaying motion bc u can weaken the threads.

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Oh, that's unfortunate. It seems like your wax is a harder type, which might be better in the long run? Anyway, thanks for watching.

[@eapc44]

Barbour wax is a liquid in tin it applies east and hair dryer over. Quicker than blocks

[@janvanoverdijk8116]

Hey Andy , dank voor het delen , is een goede video met goede informatie ...! grtz. uit Nederland , Janneman

[@user-blaster_2012]

Thank you so much for the info - now i can confidently wax my army jacket.

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

You're welcome. Just for your information, I have another video on waterproofing with fabsil gold. It's good stuff, and you can use it on army jackets and worn out gortex. It's easier to put on and is a bit better than waxing. Just wanted to say this to give you the best option. I also have another video testing fabsil in the rain as well. I personally think fabsil is a bit better. Hope this helps.

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

How to waterproof a ventile jacket with fabsil gold

[@user-blaster_2012]

@@Andy-walkaboutnutty Damn! I just finished waxing it half an hour ago! I used Gold Label wax (here in the UK) because it had some great reviews. It's a very soft wax, and brushes on straight from the tub. I used a hair dryer to melt it in. I just hope it works, guess i'll find out when the weather turns. I used regular Fabsil before, and wasn't impressed. Used it on the same coat i just waxed and it didn't seem to do much (washed coat before applying wax) Never heard of Fabsil Gold. Thanks for the reply.

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

@user-blaster_2012 I'm sure it will improve the waterproofing. It will never be as good as a gortex though.

[@soldier-Dave]

Excellent video! New subber with a lot to catch up on! Thank you

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Thanks soldier DJT, glad you enjoyed the video and hope you enjoy the others 💯👍

[@MrBugman2525]

Very good presentation

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Thanks Mike, glad you liked the video 👍

[@wayne6241]

cool video mate..i just buy bees wax off ebay its cheap as chips and it works a treat. i do exactly what you did but i do it twice heating my coat between each application..oh i do my hats too but they have to be cotton hats same as my jacket.

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

That's great, nice one Wayne 👍

[@cooperbarnes7808]

That's a relief because I was hoping my giant block of pure beeswax would be sufficient without buying a specialty product

[@dkarem4628]

I have my M51 parka so waxed it turns from olive drab to dark brown... Not the best colour but it works. And crispy

[@rustyjocsen5260]

Is it still breathable?

[@dkarem4628]

@@rustyjocsen5260 if I remove the inner yes. But it feels like wearing a tarp rather then a canvas

[@Bryen12]

Thank you

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

@@Bryen12 you're welcome 😊

[@eapc44]

Ginge Tyler ram breakaway survival in Hereford yrs ago. I did a few

[@tostonner8772]

Hola es muy interesante la información que brinda Cuántas veces es recomendable el encerado en las jacket? Una ves al mes tal vez? .

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

It depends on how often you wear it and how rugged the environment is and how often you wash the jacket. But generally it can last 1 year if you don't wash it and would like to say that with a lot of jackets it will only make it a very good shower proof. The wax is from a swedish company and it works best in dry snow. No more that 2 layers or 1 layer if the weave of the material is very tight. Hope this helps 👍

[@tostonner8772]

@@Andy-walkaboutnutty gracias andy eso mismo haré con una de mis jacket m65. Tengo 3 jacket m65 una para cada ocasión el trabajar, en reuniones, y para la casa 🏡 Un saludo desde Monterrey México 🇲🇽

[@Adventures_with_Sog]

Nah then, ey up. I must say when you got the hairdryer out and started melting the wax in it looked really satisfying. 👍🙂

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

I know what you thinking, it's ugly and laborious but it's ok in the end. If the weave of the material is tight it can be waterproof but if not them it's just shower proof. Thanks for watching, hope you enjoyed. 👍

[@92GreyBlue]

THANK YOU.

[@thomas-son9281]

Thank you.

[@fintonmainz7845]

Excellent video. I find colourless shoe polish works well.

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Never heard of that one, cheers 👍

[@xix94]

Will this work on the dpm smock the one's with the massive hoods ?

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

@xix94 Yes. It will work on any cloth.

[@eapc44]

Breakaway survival school was based in Hereford and a ex sas guy ginge Tyler ran it

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

That's right. Sadly he finished trading in 2009. The club is still in existence though and is ran on (FB) by a senior club member and it's called breakaway survival club and to be part of that you have to of done micks survival course.

[@tonyveliz6948]

I bought this for my canvas jacket but a video said it’s for g-1000 fabric, can I use it on my 100% canvas fabric

[@NaturalExplorerNZ]

Great video, thanks for the tips, greenland wax looks like the way to go!

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Thanks.. it's not to bad at making a jacket a bit more waterproof, I've done a few tests in the rain and some jackets are ok and some didn't do so well. Done a video on this. To be on the safe side it's best to still have a waterproof underneath or over the top I think or at least a wool garment underneath 😃

[@redlady935]

Great video, thank you. How long in total would you say it took you to complete the job?

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

I never timed it but It felt like about 30 minutes to put the wax on, maybe a little less, it's just laborious to get every stroke right. And 10 minutes maximum to melt it in. Generally you could call it 30 minutes but really to be honest I wasn't timing it.

[@axistec]

Can you wash it later in a washing machine?

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Yes, I did once with another jacket, and everything was fine. How much wax was removed is difficult to say because it goes clear when melted in. Hope this helps 👍

[@juliankerrell7281]

Did you wax your ventile jacket? Kestrel smock. Is there a need to wax a ventile jacket. I have a keela ventile jacket similar to the Kestrel design. Also could you just drop the jacket in the tumble dryer after waxing? Great content keep up the good work.

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

No I wouldn't wax the ventile kestrel smock because of the waterproof liner sewn inside it. There is no need to wax ventile material but I thought I'd try it but really I'm not going to bother again. As for the dryer? I've never done it, I hang all my clothes up, its cheaper. However thinking about it I suppose the wax would melt and make it's way back to the surface of the jacket so best not to do that I think.

[@boterbram1]

Hello, I have a winterjacket that has an outer shell of 100% polyester and had a small wax layer on it. This is now gone after one year. Should I reapply or is that not necessary for polyester? It's still waterproof, but quite hesitant as I don't want to stain or ruin my coat. Thanks

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Re- apply, don't melt the wax in with an iron though, polyester? Dodgy. Us hair dryer and be careful it doesn't melt it. Alternatively you could try "wash in nikwax" which is easier and is used on a synthetic wash at 30°C. Have a go at what you fancy doing. Hope this helps 👍

[@HighTone45]

What are the contents that the wax is made of beeswax?

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Fjallraven Greenland wax is made of Parrafin and beeswax.

[@DrewEllisHerbal]

Do u think this is a better method that using the Barbour tin stuff that u heat to a liquid??

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

I've never used the barbour tinned stuff so I wouldn't know, sorry drew. Though it does sound a bit better??

[@flatmoon6359]

I did an old Barbour with their wax,great wax but when I did an surplus smock,which is 50/50 polycotton, I went with paraffin wax candles,as the Barbour wax was too thick for the thiner cloth.You can control the thickness you want,and retain some breathability.Hot air gun on low heat gently heating the wax till it soaks through as video shows.Had good results with car seat stainproofing solution as well,but on synthetic .

[@jefffefferson8339]

Andy, How does waxing affect breathability of the jacket? Can trousers be waxed? Will waxing interfere with anti-infrared resins in military uniforms? If so, can the wax go on the inside of the jacket? Good information.

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

It might take some breathability away but not to the extent that it's like wearing a plastic bag so over all it's worth it to do so. How ever I have to say that it only gives you some water repellentcy in some jackets not waterproof, I have tested this with a few different jackets. Yes you can do trousers, as for anti infared I wouldn't know. When I served we all washed, ironed and starched our uniform and nobody gave a dam about that. If the jacket is a single layer it can go on the inside but there's no point, to get that wax on is quite a laborious job. Hope this helps you out Jeff 👍

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

@@rex7020 thanks for the information, I've waxed various jackets and found that the tighter and better the weave the more water resistant it is. The SAS smock made of gabardine was brilliant but a cheep reproduction of the SAS smock was a disaster in the rain. I made some videos on it.

[@papaluxurious2]

Two questions: 1. For how long does this wax lasts? 2. After a year or so since waxing, or may be before, can you wash the jacket? Thank you for the video, really good!

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

The wax on the jacket can last up to a year maybe more, depending how often you wear it in bad weather and how bad the weather is. 2 layers of wax is ideal I think but it all depends on what jacket. The fjallraven jackets are ideal for waxing but some jackets like the SAS smock doesn't take very well to waxing and only 1 layer of wax is enough because it just doesn't sink into the material so easily because it is a very tight weave, same with ventile material. If you wash the jacket that's when the wax starts to thin out and eventually you have to re-wax, or leave the jacket in the sun for a very long time. Eather the material fades or the wax disintegrates I'm not sure but Waxing is the best way, far more superior to the silicon sprays which are a waste of time and money.

[@papaluxurious2]

@@Andy-walkaboutnutty Thank you very much

[@carloslesmes9528]

👍😎

[@Englishman-Abroad]

This rocks! Ta!

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Thanks englishman. I'm glad you liked the video. I have a similar video called "How to Waterproof a ventile jacket with fabsil Gold" You may be interested?

[@soggz4246]

Do you find the jacket goes stiff in cold weather/ rain?

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

No, waxing like this is just a thin layer that gives it a bit more resistance to the rain. If the jacket was made of ventile material then yes, ventile goes stiff and canvas like anyway.

[@raymondcava4669]

Wax on wax off😂

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Very good Raymond 👍

[@geaagr]

Can I wax a 78% cotton and 22% nylon coat?

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Yes I should imagine so, the jacket in the video is an M65 American field jacket and is made of 50% cotton 50% nylon and it sunk in ok. Just to let you know, like all waterproofing substances it will only make your jacket more water resistant not waterproof depending on the materials and the weave so don't depend on this method to save your life in the wildeness.

[@nurzahrinmustapha544]

Its briliant.

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Thanks 👍

[@YEKYEKTV]

Did you use a candle wax?

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

No yekyek, I used fjallraven greenland wax

[@YEKYEKTV]

@@Andy-walkaboutnutty i see i am also looking forward to wax my jacket hehe. Ill try what you did here, thank you!

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

@@YEKYEKTV your welcome 👍

[@dkarem4628]

@@Andy-walkaboutnutty hello!! I wanted to ask you what should I do if my waxed jacket starts changing its colour after I waxed a couple layers in. It was olive drab now it's a brown near black.

[@gabilan89sanchez24]

Can I use this on like a cheaper jacket?

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

It doesn't work very well on cheap jackets and is not worth the effort. But if you want to give it a go just try the head and shoulders maybe and see how it turns out. I have made some videos on testing this method in the rain with various results.

[@gabilan89sanchez24]

@@Andy-walkaboutnutty ho ok thanks great video by the way 🙌🙏

[@rayqcater2737]

from where to buy Greenland Wax ?

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Google "Greenland wax" it's very common , I'm sure you will find some for sale, try Amazon.

[@dannythorne9761]

What hapens if it dosent melt in properly

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

It will if you take your time Danny. If there's any problems then use an iron or get your parents to use an iron on your jacket, it's hotter than a hair dryer.

[@dannythorne9761]

Ok thanks i am going to do it tomorrow i got permission to use the haur drier also your the best at replying to your coments

[@dannythorne9761]

How do you clean it after you wax it

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

@@dannythorne9761 just clean it as per normal weather it be a quick light wash or a normal 40 degree and re-wax it when required. If you are doing a military thing then it's best to have 2 jackets, 1 for ordinary training and parade and the waxed one for serious outdoor training. You should by rights have a light waterproof underneath your combat jacket as well. The wax will only resist the rain for so long then it will come through eventually depending what the jacket is like. I did 2 videos on testing a cheap SAS smock and an original SAS smock from the 1980s/90s and waw what a difference in waterproof qualities. I did another as well testing an ordinary combat jacket as well in the Welsh mountains. You should watch them to get the idea of what could happen. You don't want any un safe disasters.

[@dannythorne9761]

Thanks for the info i am going up to sennybridge traning ariea for feeld craft on the week end for with the cadets and fore some reason i got issued 2 combat smok and i onlwy waxed the qone that was smaller and used

[@krzeszewski]

magic

[@jaccooper50]

Easier to melt the wax and use a brush but all does the same job 👌🏼

[@ivankerr3570]

Totally the wrong and slow way to wax a jacket

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

It's slow but it ok and it won't taint the colour. I've been told my a guy that Barbour wax ruined his SAS smock and darkened the colour way to much. I would say it's one way of doing it, not the wrong way.

[@tylerdurden4289]

@@Andy-walkaboutnutty nice response Andy, like your style 😎

[@billrand4138]

nikwax wash in would be so much easier and better

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

Easier definitly, nikwax wash in? I don't think it would be as good but it's a close call I think. Though you can add layers this way because your application is put on when dry. Not sure you can add layers with nikwax plus with the #fjallraven Greenland wax you could use 10 times on a #smock size garment and could last you a few years rather just 1 wash for roughly the same price.

[@Andy-walkaboutnutty]

But thanks for watching the video, hope you liked it in some way. 🤟