Swanndri bush shirt

[BenBhoy]

The original one, Robin Hood looking fella. How good are they? 470 something gram fleece, anything better for cold windy dry (ha) nights? Want to buy something that'll last.

 

[wanderer]

I cant complain with mine which i wear as part of a layering system.
The built in hood keeps me cosy on those cold sits.
The long length keeps your upper legs warm and its like having a blanket over them when sat.
I bought a large size as it then means i can layer up with plenty of layers underneath.
As part of the layering system i also have a ranger shirt underneath.
A top layer over the whole lot i wear a cheap dpm surplus army smock which assists in wind proofing which is one thing the bush shirt on its own lacks .
They were i thought quite a good buy in terms of value for money.

 

[Dave_45]

Itchy as beyond but good

Youll need a good base layer

 

[BenBhoy]

which is one thing the bush shirt on its own lacks

Oh that's disappointing to read, I was hoping it would be the outer layer & keep wind out.

 

[Bo Diddley]

Oh that's disappointing to read, I was hoping it would be the outer layer & keep wind out.

Can't beat a DPM army smock as an outer layer, mate.
I've had mine for years, it's my go-to top layer. Just get the right size (they cater for all shapes & sizes) mines a 190/96, I'm 6'1" and medium build.

 

[Bo Diddley]

You can wear smarter clothing underneath, then peel the smock off if you want to impress someone

 

[Chris Richardson]

ive a couple , work for me but a bugger for attracting briars

 

[Dave_45]

Swandri Hudson is a better bet Ben, bit more expensive at £150 but warm and you won’t want to throw it in the coup after scratching yourself raw

 

[BenBhoy]

You can wear smarter clothing underneath, then peel the smock off if you want to impress someone

Smarter clothes???

 

[Chris Richardson]

Smarter clothes???

exactly ! i bought mine for weddings

 

[Taff]

I got a ranger shirt 20 yrs ago, the one with a windbreaker inside, sleeve cuffs are now worn out but great for hunting

 

[wanderer]

Oh that's disappointing to read, I was hoping it would be the outer layer & keep wind out.

But fine if you are actively stalking as the natural ventilation stops you getting sweated up provided you have the correct breathable under layers.

 

[Dazb1967]

I had one and loved it but I had to get rid because I had a constant rash around my neck from wearing it

 

[Klenchblaize]

You need to find an original (Made In NZ) one rather than the current offering as made in China.

K

 

[BenBhoy]

But fine if you are actively stalking as the natural ventilation stops you getting sweated up provided you have the correct breathable under layers.

Was thinking more of night time sitting waiting for

 

[Will the chippy]

What your after is a dry robe. Then you can become part of the elite club of dry robe ****ers. Socks and sliders are compulsory. And a dressing gown!

 

[SSN100]

Does the flap behind the neck opening work i.e. keep the wind out and warmth in? Always looks a bit sketchy in the pictures.

 

[Klenchblaize]

Does the flap behind the neck opening work i.e. keep the wind out and warmth in? Always looks a bit sketchy in the pictures.

There is no storm placket (flap). Hence the need for layering and a Buff-like neck warmer.

K

 

[SSN100]

There is no storm placket (flap). Hence the need for layering and a Buff-like neck warmer.

K

That will be why it looks sketchy, if its not even there!

 

[BenBhoy]

What your after is a dry robe. Then you can become part of the elite club of dry robe ****ers. Socks and sliders are compulsory. And a dressing gown!

Ohh and they DO come in cammo!!! You know where I live mate, I'd fit in well in one of them, just need to get my nails & lips done!