Must-have Winter Gear Upgrade! Unleash The Power Of A Military Wool Scarf!

[@simplefieldcraft]

I remember the wool head over that was issued to us in the British army back in the 80’s. It was about the same length as the commercial Buff head socks you can purchase now. Every squaddie tried to get at least two. One for your neck and the other you turn into the commando style hat. Best bit of kit I ever nicked when I left.

[@robertchute1984]

I like how you give credit to other people when due. Shows integrity.

[@asmith7876]

I have several scarves including an OD Green one...now I have to dig them all out and rethink everything I knew about scarves!

[@bensbackwoods]

Thanks for the shout out Dave! 👊🔥 Good Stuff!

[@je710817]

The old ww2 Brit commando unit used the wool scarf on the same way to make their commando hat. The Dutch Commando 's still using it during their Commando training..its named de Mutsdas

[@JamesSmith-pc6bh]

Most places I was stationed we weren't allowed to wear our scarves. But when I was allowed to wear it I loved it, kept me very warm.

[@jkasak7633]

Wonders never cease to amaze! Who would have thought that something so simple could do so much.

[@Flashahol]

Medieval hoods are based on the principle that heat rises. The French version (Chaperon) I am familiar with is basically a medieval hood with a sleeve like much this closed military scarf in the back of the hood part so it could be used in many different configurations, a lot like you show here.

[@snaponjohn100]

Great video Dave. I never would’ve thought of all those things you could do with the scarf. I also wanted to tell you that your haircut looks great on you. God bless you, your family, and your business. John.

[@paulshirley3054]

Great video and tips. As a long time wool wearer, please remember to store your wool items in moth proof bags. Those suckers ruined some nice Icelandic wool items years ago. I learned my lesson the hard way.

[@eliprice138]

I’ll be a son of a gun … I’ve been wearing a military wool scarf exactly the same as you show for quite a while now , and that what you showed is brilliant. So thank you ! And say for the past eight years or so I’ve been really pushing this issue with wool clothing. If you can afford it or when you can afford it, you’ll be happy I know I am.

[@sams568]

By using the double layer technique, you could slip your feet in there as extra insulation as part of a sleep system.

[@freightpilot222]

The old cap comforter. What was old is new again. Keep on learning and passing along these skills.

[@josephcole8875]

some guy wrongly criticized david on another video for advertising things which are for sale. Besides the mountain of free how to content on this channel, videos like this show why you would want the product and how you can use it. He isn't advertising high fashion neck ties, he is giving people options on what to use innawoods. The fact that he includes some information on where the product is available is helpful and saves me time and prevents me from buying some cheap imitation thing. Not the same thing at all of some know-nothing influencer advertising some useless cheap gadget not worth its weight. Are we going to complain about mors kochanski for saying mora knives are good and worth a buy? no. Thanks Dave, this is good stuff.

[@ibeattheleaves5005]

I just bought one and I love it. Originally I missed the part where it was sewn on both ends. I'll buy more when the black is back in stock.

[@00Klingon]

Excellent video! I've carried one of these scarves for years and learned quite a bit from this video! I'll be putting these tips to use!

[@backwoodsbrooksknives4625]

I remember seeing a Dave Holiday video where he was singing the praises of the trappers sash. How when tied around the midsection properly it would act like a shoulder less vest to add insulation. I could see a couple scarfs being used together to become a full vest in a pinch.

[@jeffrichards5106]

Very nice and versatile, thanks for the video!👍👍

[@dgf41780]

Added note about the rear roll tucked toboggan. In addition to the 4 layers on the ears, there's also 4 layers on the back half of the head. This configuration is really 4 layers over the majority of the head.

[@jamesmetzler2031]

Another very versatile piece of equipment, and very expertly demonstrated. I need a couple of these!

[@mendyviola]

I have quite the collection of cashmere and wool scarves and shawls. They are not only warm and practical, but can be quite fashionable as well. Welcome to the club boys. 😂

[@richstone2627]

Now I have to break out my wool scarves and practice. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and time.

[@nielssterk2957]

You wil honor this guy Canada. But know we are just but man and woman. You're in my hart 4ever. Truckers & Farmers We dont forget. It only takes a spark to unite again. Much love from Holland ❤

[@GeneSims-yi4ln]

Yes sir. A scarf is nice to have while you're sitting in a deer stand too. Good video. You gave me some more good ideas for one. Good thing I brought you along.

[@alexanderbielski9327]

I got one of those green surplus scarfs last summer just started using it in the fall now into winter and wow does it make a difference. Get a wool sweater wool gloves and scarf and guarantee you’re gonna be nice and cozy. Until you overheat and end up in base layers 😂

[@suttonsplash14]

The beauty of simplicity

[@theenglandguy]

You should make a video detailing your philosophy towards single-use vs. multi-use items, why you choose one vs. the other in certain circumstances, pros and cons for each, item examples, your thought process when evaluating items for use, etc. I believe it's the thing I have the most trouble teaching the guys I work with. Thanks.

[@ThatWinterRider]

I still have two of them I was issued... I still keep one in my vehicle as an emergency winter item.

[@meganlalli5450]

Great video! Ive paxked scarves often but didn't know about this kind. Guess i have my next knitting project lined up now! 😊

[@peterbogart4531]

T Y again, Dave. To keep my face warm in the too often 60 or more below zero of the Yukon winters I would cut a long piece of soft wool from an old shirt about four inches wide and make a long roll about 2 inches wide out of it. I was wearing a very warm sheepskin trooper hat that was proof against any deep cold. I would tie the roll of wool cloth around my head, across the ears, upper cheeks, and nose. It was enough to keep my whole face from frostbite without the need for a mask while hiking and working. I could have used a couple of those versatile military wool tube scarves for when I stopped, though. Very often the greatest need was to avoid generally overheating while keeping particularly vulnerable parts warm.

[@alanrice39]

I have the military issue wool scarf, never thought bout these other uses, thanks Dave!

[@scottbruce9872]

Still have/use my from USMC boot camp 1982. Thanks for showing other uses.

[@guycalgary7800]

Mitten cap, toboggan, touque , etc i love all the regional names. Thats a great piece of kit.

[@jamesellsworth9673]

Thinking 'outside the box' again! These are fine tips.

[@JustInCases72]

I great video. I have had a wool scarf for a long time I use it when it’s really cold and I’m out for a few days in the woods

[@Dreoilin]

I've been doing this for years but never thought the pillow option or the water bottle option as I always used socks. Damn good Video!!!

[@ostekuste3646]

Just picked one up from SRO last week. Already got some good use out of it during some sub freezing temps.

[@BUZZKILLJRJR]

We use to do alot of the same stuff as kids!! I had a long tube style hat/scarf it was really long never use it for a gun tho hahaha very cool video!

[@Reshtarc]

I got a 100 wool jeep cap to go with my wool scarf. works well.

[@bikemannc]

Aw Man , THANK You, wondering no longer why both ends were closed ! I'm blown away ! 👍

[@davem4193]

I have a few of the hollow ended scarfs, I don't go into the woods without one in the winter.

[@effeojnedib7208]

Thanks for your video ! Might replace a smogh with one of the scarves in my kit.

[@williamp3780]

Great info as always. I wish I could find some wool that didn’t itch.

[@michaelbaldwin6543]

I agree with this concept completely. I prefer to use the a couple of merino wool neck gaiters for my neck and headwear, but I also keep a three yard piece of wool cloth (9' x 3') in my go bag to use as a scarf or small blanket. These pieces have served me well for many years.

[@slickydicky]

I have one that's sewn on the ends, and it's by far the best piece of winter clothing I own right beside the wool boggins yall sell. And thats a neat trick with making the face wrap out of it! I see myself using that this winter trout fishing!

[@sosayweall7290]

I have the U.K. Army version of the tubular scarf and it is a good piece of kit.

[@kamelot4324]

Is the "wool tube scarf" that Dave is discussing in this video the same one that he sells in his sro online store in combination with the watch cap that is sold with it?

[@JohnJolaOutdoors]

Great video Dave lots of good information. Thanks for sharing.

[@Gottaculat]

Dang, they're sold out on your site. Lucky for me, there's a milsurp store about 5 minutes away, and they had the open end type in stock. Seems smaller than the one in your video, but I was able to turn it into a hat, coif, and full mask just fine, so good call on great kit! I have a full beard, so if it's itchy, I'm not noticing, except just a tad around my forehead. A buddy gave me a tip that works great with my Pendleton wool blanket to eliminate the itching: wash only in cold water, DO NOT wring it out; let it hang and air dry (I find the shower curtain rod is perfect for this if you sweep the curtain aside). Once dry, it's fluffy, warm, and not itchy. He's big into wool clothes, and learned that trick.

[@mitchpalmer5116]

My issued one is gray. (Air Force) still have it.

[@gregorydamian4802]

Thank you Dave for another great video. I loved this piece of gear when I was in the Army station in Germany. Thanks for reminding me how versatile this garment was. Excellent!!!

[@Wolfram762]

Awesome video Dave!

[@neoaliphant]

i carry a merino large wool buff in winter, so many wearing options, and can be added to my normal buff to double uo, packs up really small...

[@CreativeRedundancy]

Awesome and versatile. Could sit on it while doing tasks like striking that ferro rod or fixing a tire too.

[@therulesaredifferent8280]

Thanks Dave

[@joshuahoward7567]

Great piece of kit

[@stiv458]

Brilliant, thank you for this video. Coincidentally I ordered one of these yesterday. Anyone in the UK..these are just £8.50 on ebay atm. They will probably go up in price very soon..

[@skipharris5764]

I have a Belgium surplus scarf like the first example. I have worked it into a British style head over. Very thick and warm

[@darrenspurling2357]

Very nice Dave...thanks

[@lesliepaulkovacs6442]

I own several of them, and they’re part of the Winter Section of various kits.

[@benterwellen]

Dave, Great tips on the scarf

[@rajibjoshi9647]

wool shawl is good to have extra pair of wool socks just a normal wniter scarf and big cloth handkerchief are great to have on you also a baseball cap and tuke and leather gloves

[@luanaewerling8883]

Ótimo video Dave. Manda um alô pro Brasil, você tem vários fãs aqui, grande abraço. 👍

[@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234]

😊looks good Dave 😊thanks

[@johnskitzis6540]

Love all the options. Thank you!

[@sgtjrr9771]

Fresh cut looks sharp! Thank you Sir!

[@weerobot]

Amazing that Tube Thing..

[@jimmyfields5831]

Afternoon Dave hope all is well

[@ebony5766]

What a great piece of kit!

[@keithricketts4867]

Push it in from both sides and you have a sleeve style hand warmer..

[@clayjones9907]

That would be Crosby ,Noeth Dakota Approved❤😂.If you were in Crosby North Dakota in Winter of 2010/2011 you would understand .

[@BorealWoodsrunner]

This has the feel of an old video from years ago with that hair cut lol

[@woodstrekker6345]

Great for pulling down over your eyes for a daytime nap.

[@kingsclownvideos]

Very helpful. Thank you.

[@hiramhaji7813]

Outstanding

[@eugenechavis5011]

Thank you Dave very informative

[@dondiego124]

Great video thanks.

[@Jesse_Joseph]

Love the videos

[@Gottaculat]

What's the other video about these scarves you're talking about? When I search, all I get are shemagh videos despite specifying US military wool scarf. Are shemaghs wool?

[@Sir-Cyr_Rill-Nil-Mill]

_which one was the _*_Dr. Who_*_ wear?_ ;^} sure seems to me that the sewn end one would become 17x more useful if it had buttoned over pockets, both inside the pocket bottom fold over & uptop entrance with the buttons internal. I know it would cost considerable more.

[@aaronloomis8750]

This lesson is great ! Where can i buy the 1st scarf shown ?

[@EphemeralRage]

Thanks for the info!

[@markw.3743]

Hmmm 🤔 Even Dave called it a toboggan ! So to my northern friends who tried to correct me for saying that , I now feel vindicated ! Thanks Dave !

[@BrosephRussell]

That is great ! So versatile HellToTheYeah

[@smd482000]

Never seen on like where did you pick it atI like it must like a biff

[@canadafree2087]

Is the newer one a repro Dave or current issue? I've only had the tube one made by blind people (according to the tag). I do like the Canadian one that is almost the size of a sheet, but interestingly made out of 100% cotton.

[@mistastabs5840]

Very cool idea...

[@nolanhines7251]

Don't be a fool! Get some wool! - spoken in younger Arnold Swartzenegger voice

[@carrdoug99]

Is the black scarf something you're going to introduce? It doesn't appear to be on your outfitting website.

[@dstadt71]

Can't find the non military version on your website. Is it something that is going to be added?

[@robertlance6561]

I have used one of these since I bought one from Clothing Sales when I was in the Guard over 40 years ago. Works very well with a dress coat over a suit and tie. Didn't know about these other uses.

[@TheMongo1357]

Could be used as socks as well....

[@FidoHouse]

First time seeing you bareheaded! You're not bald! 😅 Growing up in the 60's, stocking caps were popular - a tuque (Canada) that was 3 to 5 ft long - worn much the ways you suggest.

[@lakevna]

I dont think any of the demonstrated uses actually required being open on _both_ ends. I wonder if closing just one end would give additional versatility by allowing both sets of uses.

[@joelbenoitthewanderingbiso4976]

The link takes me to what looks like the OD green one, and is sold out, ( I'll be back for that one) but I want the black one too, is it available through the Self reliance site?

[@DavidCanterbury]

We have both en route

[@bradclifford2399]

Where do we find the black scarf with the sewed ends you show? I thought on your website but no.

[@DavidCanterbury]

We have them enroute

[@johnq.public8610]

Mr Canterbury i've really enjoyed your approach and philosophy to bushcraft and outdoors skills. Going back in time, the practicality of your skills was never so evident as when you were part of the show Dual Survival. I thought you were good then and I truly believe you have grown in talent. As far as using a wool scarf and the option of open or closed tube ends, I have for years used the same wool scarf arrangement but with one end closed and the other open. Same scarf, fewer disadvantages. Keep up the good work and thanks for the informative and entertaining videos. Go Air Force!

[@chriscook215]

Sold out ?

[@norbertpap6994]

Can somebody tell me the mesurements for this kind of scarf? I'm from Hungary and without measurments I can't find something similar Thank you everyone

[@carlray4809]

I JUST GOT ONE BRO.