Re: Hunting Jackets - Bulky vs Tight and wool vs synthetic
Originally Posted by
KBC
First lite has quality stuff. I picked up a kiln not too long ago when it was on sale. Unfortunately I’m thinking of not supporting them anymore because of the cost of their items and where it’s made. The kiln is made in China.
To put it in perspective, I could buy 5 kiln shirts made in China, or a brand new Exo K3 pack made in the USA. I own several of their jackets and have had a couple pairs of their pants. Some is made in Vietnam, some in China etc. Like I said the quality is there, but for the cost it should be made in a better place.
Merino wool all the way though.
Most companies manufacture in offshore factories. It’s an unfortunate reality. I appreciate the desire to support companies that manufacture here. At least First Lite is very involved in conservation and access work. I will admit to having a dog in this fight as they say, in that my old roommate from the Kootenays is the founder of First Lite. I already liked their gear before I found that out though, so I’m grandfathered as an unbiased source...
If we’re not supposed to eat animals, how come they’re made out of meat?
BHA, BCWF, CCFR, PETA, Lever Action Addict.