wool??

[Renaissance Man]

Just got Cabelas Outfitter Wool coat with wind/rain breathable liner. well made and will definetly hold up for many years, and warm.
Woolrich stuff is always good, for the price it is probably the best out there. I have a ten year old, at least green plaid coat of theirs with a lining of thinsulate and it has been used hard over the years, it looks like new, and it is very warm mid weight coat, I got the Cabelas for when it gets colder.

[greyghost]

All that has been mentioned are very good. I think I owned just about all over the years but the darn things keep getting smaller.

Hard to beat the quality and price of Teresa Asbel's line. Got a new set on order. Had the last set since 1991 and again over the last 9 years outgrew them. Past all my wool though on down to the son.

[longbowray]

one word ! goodwill, you can find all kinds of wool there.

[adkmountainken]

Woolwrich, Codet, LL Bean when the price is right and any heavy sweater you can find at good will or garage sales!

[jonsimoneau]

I gotta agree with leatherneck.  I'm a wool fanatic.  Spend the money and buy some of the good stuff.  I'm a big fan of both grey wolf and sleeping indian.  Never Tried KOM, but have heard alot of good things about it.  By far the most usefull pieces of wool I own, are the smartwool long underwear.  I wear it nearly everyday from October through March for both hunting and for work.  Get both weights.  Layer accordingly, and you will be warm.  I have a pair of excellent bibs from Grey wolf, but to be honest, since getting the smartwool long underwear, I have not even put them on in the last 2 seasons.  This stuff solves the wind blocking problems that others have experienced with wool.  
     Also, never put cotton on underneath wool.  The two fibers fight each other, and you will be cold.  Wear quality wool long underwear underneath and you will be glad you did.

[iawoody2]

For the money it's hard to beat Columbia Gallint series. Go to Cabela's home page and type in Columbia wool in the search field. Thanks, Bob

[babs]

I just bought a pair of Columbia wool pants at gander mountain $74.95 I like them they just need hemmed they have a 34" inseam

[Tav]

Check army surplus stuff.  I have used surplus pants for years with no problems.  I do have trouble finding decent sweaters though.  Lighweight wool pants $10, heavyweight wool pants $25-30.  Can be tough to get long inseam pants however.

[Ron Haines]

I have used numerous less expensive wool garments in the past.  Then a hunting buddy of mine told me to bite the bullet and spend the money.  I went with Sleeping Indian wool, he has KoM.  It does hurt buyng it, but will have it forever.  My buddy has been using his bibs and jacket for 15 yrs.  I have had my shirt/jac and bibs for 9 years.

[cacciatore]

I am using the same KOM shirt for 15 years elk hunting all around the Rockies,20 days a season in the early warm days or in the snow blizzard of the late season,it still looks like new.If you don't want to buy a new one look for a used one.

[cacciatore]

2009 late elk season.Bowhunters trust KOM.

[Terry Lightle]

Waiting on my pullover from Teresa Asbell to show up in mailbox this week.Best bang for the buck that I have found

[longrifle]

I have had my KOM outfits for over 15 years now,and love it,if it ever wears out I will buy another no question about it. Save your pennies buy quality you won't regret it.

[Canyon]

The saying "Buy Cheap and you'll buy twice" applies to wool for sure. That doesn't mean you have to give up shopping for value. I have found great deals on Filson, Pendelton and other brands. My next purchase will be a LaClair Longhunter.

[doug77]

You can get some very good deals right hear on TG if you looking for the good stuff. I've got some KOM and Gray Wolf Woolens for much less than new price and in VERY good condition.

doug77

[Rob DiStefano]

G. FRED ASBEL!!!  the woolies he offers are killer!!!

[Northern One]

X2 on Sleeping Indian and KOM, with a slight lean in favor of SID for it's camo pattern. Been using both the last two seasons and will not go back to synthetics. Careful though, wool is very addictive:)

[Stone Knife]

I have Gray Wolf, Woolrich, Asbell and Columbia. They all have their place with me but when it's cold and wet I grab the Grey Wolf first they are just a heavier material with a tight weave.

[Northern One]

Originally posted by cacciatore:
 
2009 late elk season.Bowhunters trust KOM.

I like the looks of the Campaign hat being worn by the gentleman on the left. Next to a choice of wool clothing, finding a decent, sturdy wool/felt hat is almost as difficult, if not more. I've pondered the Campaign hat but dont' know anyone who uses one. Would it not get in the way of the string? Very Canadian looking.

[jhg]

Originally posted by longbowray:
one word ! goodwill, you can find all kinds of wool there.

Agreed. If you have a good thrift store. Some  areas the place gets picked over fast. Other areas the surrounding population has nothing of value to give due to economic conditions.

If you research wool types you will find wool produced in Oregon and Washington is considered the best available in America. Pendelton and Filson use these super quality wools.

If you see these products in the thrifts and they have not been sent through a dryer, buy them.
They are, when placed side by side other products, clearly superior.

Joshua