SAS Smock from Helikon Tex

I have been an long time collector and user of the UK SAS Smock. Best garment ever. Plenty of pockets, and a jacket that the cut really protects you from most of the elements. Not a waterproof garment, but will stop wind and light rain. You can wax them, and some come with waterproof under layers.
Loads of companies have made and are still making a version of the SAS Smock. Here is the latest from Helikon Tex from Poland.
I have several on sale from different companies o my website for sell. So please follow the link below to have a look.
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[@loicgrizzly]

beautiful KZbin fan channel I subscribed and thank you for the patch I was kind enough to take a photo with you thank you very much.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻.

[@mikebox]

You are more than welcome. Thanks for the sub. I hope you enjoy the channel.

[@swedishvikingwolf]

The pockets with a zipper on the chest are called Napoleon pockets.

[@mikebox]

Thanks. Indeed they are.

[@landotter]

looks great! I have a pilgrim.

[@mikebox]

I saw another channel where the guy took the pilgrim anorak and put a full length zipper in the front. I’m thinking the same thing

[@requiscatinpace7392]

@@mikeboxif you also have the SAS smock what would the benefit of giving the Pilgrim a full length zipper as well? Your SAS smock is definitely my favourite of the colours. Is this the same fabric as the Pilgrim?

[@MoorlanderEDC]

Great review Mike. Those % points you read out are the make up of the DuraCanvas. It's a Poly/Cotton/Elastin mix of fibers 🖖 Hopefully I SAS smock arrives today. Have a great weekend buddy

[@mikebox]

I’m sure you’ll like it. It could use a few extra mods. But as it is, I think it’ll be fine. I’ll wait before I decide on waxing it. Might order a second one.

[@MoorlanderEDC]

@@mikebox I also have the Pilgrim Anorak which I've added a nikwax to and it's great. Not 100% waterproof however definitely gives you more time to get to a shelter when the rain starts

[@mikebox]

Funny, I follow your channel a like your videos. Thanks again.

[@Frogboxer]

Perfect jacket....light, windproof and practical...and looks good, not too military...shame not do more colours yet. Explains why they stopped making the PSC smock...a knock-off of the British army issue....excellent jacket. Price is always astonishing compared to rivals. Fjallraven Skogso jacket is similar but costs way more but was the only option if you wanted a very lightweight windproof but still hardwearing smock. Just ordered the Helikon...cheers!

[@mikebox]

I think you’ll like it. I’m starting to think about doing some mods. Nothing crazy. But smart. Thanks for the sub

[@mikebox]

Just went out for a hike. There’s a fine mist and some wind. With only a tshirt a medium weight merino wool Jac shirt and this smock I was perfect. Didn’t get wet and wasn’t cold. Smock is doing its job. Pockets are perfect.

[@dag36523]

A lot like a US M1965 I was issued in the Air Force (1971)

[@mikebox]

Great jacket. I own a M50.

[@impermanenthuman8427]

Can you use the cinch cords in the hood to hold the hood back so it doesn’t drop down and flap around when your leaning forwarding and picking things up off the ground etc? Or does still just drop down?

[@mikebox]

Good question. I’ll look into it and let you know.

[@impermanenthuman8427]

@@mikebox thanks, the genuine British military smock has a button on the back of the collar to fasten the rolled up hood back

[@James-C24]

Those SASS smocks will probably be worth a small fortune if they are in decent condition!! Very very rare to see them and highly desirable for collectors.

[@mikebox]

Go to my website. I’m not selling them OTT. One left.

[@James-C24]

@mikebox oh no, I don't want one. I just wanted to make sure you knew how valuable they were!!! Wouldn't want someone to get a bargain of someone so who, from what I can see from KZbin, is so decent.

[@mikebox]

@@James-C24I like my SASS smocks but I’m over them

[@Spacemonkeymk1]

Still love mine Mike, and the matching trousers I had them make at the same time 😂

[@apotcog9988]

Excellent review. That brown color looks great and nice feature set. How is the sizing, is it true to size?

[@mikebox]

The sizing is correct. I’m an XXL US and a 3XL EU. So it’s good.

[@apotcog9988]

@mikebox yeah I hadnt realized the US vs European different sizing thing until recently. Great review and thanks for the reply.

[@shanedrewbattersby6291]

Mike, Thank you. Im a new subscriber. I am wondering how tall you are. Im built like you and im 5'9. Just wondering what size h-tex sas smock would do me best. That being said i have an H-tex pilgram anorak in 3xl. It fits but im hoping the sas smock will fit a little bigger. I have 2 Arktis combat smocks which are good. But i find i like the dura‐canvas more comfortable and seems to cut the wind a little better. Ive just order an H-tex sas smock 3xl. The earth brown. Should reieve it in a week or so.

[@mikebox]

Howdy. First. Thanks for your subscription to my channel. I am humbled daily at how great you are to trust in me. Next. I’m 6 foot tall. I am a bit fella . My chest is big. Along with my arms. But sadly my torso is catching up with me. I’ve got several 3XL HY jackets and shirts. They all fit correctly. I can wear a wool sweater or my medium weight Jac shirt under my smock. And there’s room. I think the CXXL size should work well for you. I myself prefer a bit larger in cut. But this is also how we wore out BDU jackets in the Army. Loads of room. Helped in winter with the jack shits and long John tops we would wear. And left plenty of room for the warmer months for circulation. I hope I was able to help you. Send me an email and I can send you more pictures of me wearing the smock

[@shanedrewbattersby6291]

Mike. You dont see to talk outof your arse. Im glad that Santa 😉is on youtube conduct AARs for kit. (Refering to your amzing beard not you size) i spend 26yrs in the Canadian Army. My 1st deployment was Bosnia in the mid late 90s. My favouite peise of kit is ever was a 80s eara windproof smock i private purchased while on leave in the UK. It was olive drab. I was lucky to be employed as a driver/ communicator for canadian Div liason office and was forward deployed to the british Div HQ in Banja Luka. Worked alot with the Brits. They where great.

[@mikebox]

thanks. I can talk. But I am pretty serious when it comes to gear and what and why I use gear. I’m not perfect and still have loads to learn and do. Again thanks

[@couchcamperTM]

The pockets seem to be smaller than what we are used to from original smocks. can you fit 2 pint cans into them? that's standard. And I really hope it's the ISO settings on your iphone and the bron is a bit darker in reality.If I am completely wrong I shall check this smock out.

[@mikebox]

The brown looks correct. It’s a dark brown. The pocket could fit two 33oz cans

[@couchcamperTM]

so it's not really dark and since a smock is all about the pockets this is a nogo.@@mikebox Years ago there was an Italian company selling a smock that deserved that name, it came in south African dark coyote brown. The one I would have loved to buy, but they were asking 350 Euros for it... the search goes on.

[@couchcamperTM]

before I forget: thank you for the lightspeedy response.

[@mikebox]

@@couchcamperTMyou’re welcome. IMO, I don’t believe a smock is about having a lot of pockets. I’ve tried and worked with some of the 100 pocket version smocks. Just too much. Hard to wear gear over a smock like that. I like to KISS. Firstly for me the smock is protection. Next function. Can I still operate with it in use. What will I carry? I guess I’ll need to make a video about that. I’m also going to look at making a few mods to my smock. But not noticeable. More hidden. I’d like to see in buttons and use an M65 Liner in it???? We used to do that with out BDU blouses in the Army. Any way. Thanks for your comments. And thanks. I’d be interested in knowing what you carry in your smock.

[@couchcamperTM]

It's crazy. It's my carry all, really. I even carry water bottles, the small pot of the British mess kit, food and all the usual stuff in it (survival, navigation and stuff) I like to have my jungle bag and poncho in the large back pocket. It'sot my EDC, of course, but what I take out for a weekend. I have a Bundeswehr harness which can be clipped into the smock at waist level, if I think it's to cumbersome I use it. I should have patented it, UF Pro sold such an idea ;-) it helps a lot. Do I look like the Michelin man? yes. But this way I only need a backpack for winter, or special occasions. And I only need to go "tactical" when I get lost 😀 @@mikebox

[@nicolet950]

Autant bien pour la ville que pour les activités en nature. De plus les aérations sous les bras sont indispensables

[@mikebox]

vrai. j'aime l'idée de l'utiliser comme un homme gris. la couleur s'adapte et parce qu'elle a moins de poches. je peux l'utiliser pour ce que je dois transporter.

[@maximusprime8585]

What is the size ?? In euro/us??

[@mikebox]

I’m a US size XXL EU size XXXL.

[@kacsa-csa6754]

360p 2023?😵‍💫☹

[@mikebox]

Sorry, I don’t understand the question. Thanks

[@kacsa-csa6754]

@@mikebox The question... How can you still record video in 360p in 2023? and why? the last time I watched a video in 360p was 20 years ago. do you understand me bro?

[@mikebox]

@kacsa-csa6754 and this matters how? Are you getting the info I am presenting?

[@kacsa-csa6754]

@@mikebox Yes but! the image quality is disturbing! if you produce content, it also includes publishing it in decent image quality! Why don't you pay attention to this if it's just a click? Poor image quality is disturbing! Understand!

[@Zirekj]

Hello Mike, Generally the content is good and understandable. But still you will get more questions and notes like these. People just likes seeing things in good resolution, that is the way it is. :) If you hope for more visitors and bigger audience think about at least 720p. :) BR!@@mikebox

[@dirtyscoundrel2013]

No offense, sir. But could you please get to the point?

[@mikebox]

Did you watch the video?

[@hobgob612]

на тебя капюшон еле налез, так еще и застегнуть врядли получится

[@mikebox]

The hood fits perfect. I don’t need a larger hood. I’m not wearing a helmet with it.

[@mikebox]

Ok, I had to rewatch my video. I see what you mean. But! It appears too small due to my having tightening the straps before wearing the hood in this video.