Swanndri Ranger Wool Bushshirt - Olive/Black Check

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  Bought this for my Fiance, as she constantly steals my green one (borrows she says). She hated the check pattern - all was going to plan I thought but then she refused my old green one as an alternative gift so I had to go buy another Green one for her. Now I have two. So I can say from experience and long term use that these shirts are robust, warm (even when wet) and versatile. Buy one of two. Great customer service. I have been using my other one for 7 years for sea kayak camps, bushcraft and hunting and it is still going strong.  

  James Close

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  I returned the shirt for the following reasons: 1. Despite ordering 'XS' size, the shirt was still way too large with the arms being incredibly long ('S' would normally be quite tight on me); 2. It nearly came down to my knees (I'm 5'9 / 1.75m); 3. It's made in China, which is not mentioned in the website and is quite at odds with the presentaion of the 'New Zealand' authentic product pitch - and personally, I prefer not to buy Chinese product if at all possible; 4. I doubted the material claim (100% New Zealand wool), firstly because its made in China and then, having felt the product and read the slightly confusing label telling me that the outer was a wool mix and the lining (there was no lining) was polyester. Overall, I knew I wouldn't wear it so it went back. I should add that I have bought quite a few other items from Ray Mear's shop and all were great.  

  James Gardiner

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  Excellent quality, good price, looking forward to getting many years of use thank you.  

  Elizabeth May

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  This is an amazing product, built well, very warm but not sweaty. I’ve basically not taken this off since I got it. I fully believe this is a garment I will use nearly everyday.  

  Joel Goss

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  This garment is of exceptional quality. It's comfortable and warm. It fits perfectly and just feels great to wear. If you are a prospective purchaser, I would advise that you do so, you will not be disappointed. You will look quite fancy too.  

  Paul C

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  Fantastic bit of kit, bit concerned about the sizing when I ordered the item but I need not have worried. The day after I received it, I went for a walk out on the hills with just a base layer, a shirt and experimented by using this as an outer garment, it was great. After a few miles I got to warm, so I took off the shirt, and just had the base layer underneath, that felt so comfortable. There was a fairly chilly and breezy but I was snug as a bug. Plenty of room under the arms, if need be other layers won t feel to tight. The Pockets on the front are ample, all in all very happy. I only wish I had brought this when I first saw it. Again, thanks to everyone at Woodlore for their excellent service and Happy New year to you all.  

  Mark Armley

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  Quick shipment and delivery, thank you,  

  Nicola Grenfell

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  Great item, well made, quite a large fitting but ideal if to go over thick jumpers  

  Anonymous

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  These have to be the best outdoor shirts available. Have had a Swanndri kit in the past and they simply cannot be beaten.  

  Alan Smith

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  Great piece of kit I've got sick of gear that's supposed to be breathable and isn't, so decided after reading a lot of reviews to go for wool. First outing was a 5 mile forest walk in the rain with a t shirt and a flannel shirt underneath, stayed dry as a bone and warm. I stayed true to size, could have gone a size up but still plenty of room for movement.  

  Sam