Finland merino wool

[Quest1000]

What’s the company Frank is always talking about? Verslika haha

I would like to maybe get a hoodie. Anyone try their products?

 

[J-Ham]

No experience with them...

Varusteleka.com - Military and outdoors specialists

Varusteleka is an army surplus store that offers military surplus, outdoor gear and tactical gear. Fast worldwide shipping.

www.varusteleka.com

 

[MK20]

It is pronounced like saying where is the liquor with a heavy German accent.

Var oost tah likka

 

[Athos300]

I’ve been to the shop, they’re a decent outfit. Their products are fairly priced, it’s not exactly high end stuff but the quality of their own products is generally good.

 

[dontbelievethisnonsense]

Yes Varusteleka. Varuste = gear/equipment, leka = sledge hammer (or 0.7L bottle of booze). All Särmä brand stuff are their own design usually manufactured in Estonia. Not the sexiest new tech but more emphasis on durability.

 

[Quest1000]

Thanks for the info guys! I’ll still give em a try. I liked some of the gloves and maybe a shirt.

 

[JC0352]

Primary and Secondary had their CEO on a podcast last year. Seems like a good company. I’ve been meaning to order something from them for awhile.

‎Primary & Secondary Podcast on Apple Podcasts

‎Education · 2024

podcasts.apple.com

 

[Nik H]

Meh...not to rain on anyone's parade. The stuff is OK but it isn't Filson by any stretch.

I bought a bunch when I used to travel to Finland.

Good value but not Filson in terms of warmth, comfort and durability

 

[LawnMM]

I snagged a hoodie, like it so far, pretty comfy, not an overly tight fit but not baggy at all, was shooting pretty comfortably in 60F weather this week gonna try 40F next week

 

[Near miss]

I live in Finland and have quite many of their products.

I really like their wool stuff, especially the merino t shirt and hoodie.

I could also recommend the wool balaclava. I wear it as a cap as it fits very well under the ear protection but it is also good with blizzards and when sleeping in cold weather.

 

[elmuzzlebreak]

has anyone tried the merino wool terry jacket?

On the fence about one.

 

[Blutroop]

I’m in -20 right now. If someone wanted to send me one I’ll try it out for ya. I just got back to work and will be buying some once I get caught up on bills.

 

[powdahound76]

@LawnMM - maybe give Voormi a try if you get a chance. Made here in CO in Pagosa Springs and good stuff. Many of their designs have a bit of a nylon "face" with a DWR coating so they are good in a variety of conditions. I have a hoodie and a basic sweater style. I like both a lot. Not really cut to CCW under which is a bummer.
They fit great, very warm, and have been very durable. Hoodie has 2 years on it and gets worn constantly.

 

[LawnMM]

I'll give em a look

 

[Lowlight]

I use Voormi a ton,

Super pricey but very good, it's more expensive than a softshell, in fact I have a drift jacket on now typing this

 

[powdahound76]

The items I have were gifts.
Momma says I look good in Voormi..... ?

I would buy one though, knowing the quality.

wool is expensive. Rather buy US made for a bit more than Smartwool from China for 80% of the price.
I do plan to order a couple Tshirts from the Fins though. Prices on those are great!

 

[Moose]

Voormi wool jackets look like they will last.

 

[Lowlight]

I have 3 right now, and one I am beating the piss out of, and it shows zero signs of wear.

I grabbed the special edition Drift in Midnight for my after XMAS present to myself.

The River Run Hoodies are awesome too, love those

 

[ChadL]

I hadn't heard of Voormi before. Looks like really nice gear. Will have to check them out further. I like that Special Edition jacket you got for yourself @lowlight.

 

[Dopedude]

Anyone have experience with Lester river bushcraft wool clothing? They are local to me An I actually purchased a couple pistols from one of the guys and got to see their operation. It was small then but the clothing looks to be of quality materials.