Shrimp — I’ve been on the same quest. In previous years I’ve scored some great shirts, including wool, at local second-hand stores. But times are harder and either folks aren’t letting them go any more, or more active shoppers are grabbing them before I get there. The plaids you see at WalMart etc. are pure junk. The good ones, such as LL Bean, Woolrich, etc. continue to go up in price as my income goes down. Consequently, for the first time in years, I had to buy a cheap cotton camo shirt for the early season. My search goes on but first I need new wool pants. If you hunt in chilly and/or rainy weather I strongly suggest merino or the new treated wool that won’t shrink (at least not as much) and can be machine washed and dried. That’s what I’m after. My friend Alex Bugnon delights in getting steal deals from EBay, and that’s a promising source for those who want to mess with it. Alex advises to deal only with sellers who have “lots of stars” in the customer ratings, and to pay only with PayPal. If anyone finds a truly bragain source for good wool, please tell us so I can use it to.

Hey guys

Dave to your wool point – I love the stuff and been a bit smitten (for good or bad – not sure 😳 ) with KOM stuff. Problem is HOLY COW it’s expensive….One of the guys on another TRAD_ _ _ _ forum ( 😉 ) did turn me on to Ebay….never thought of them for this stuff. Up until now, I’ve purchased used woolens off that other forum. Point being, in the used market I’ve found woolens of that quality have been in terrific ( literally like new ) shape and a fraction of the price. I’ve recently picked up 2 pairs of Bunwarmer pants, and HillBilly Bibs (and currently bidding on pair of Mukluks on Ebay – I guess I shouldn’t let that out but – oh well, we’re family 😆 ) for LESS than $500 for everything including shipping. Search of the site shows pants, in XXL, are close to $600 per pair new, and bibs are worse!

Shrimp – definitely look to our fellow Trad brethren on various forums (inc Ebay). Stuff is well priced and our folks do take care of their stuff…I defy anyone from looking at my purchases and telling whether or not I purchased new.

Plus, it’s another fun “hunt” 😀

2 words…..ASBELL WOOL!!!!!!:D

Rmorris –
It looks like a good deal — I just ordered some, good designs at a reasonable price. Designed for the Bowhunter– by a well known and Respected Trad Bow hunter–
Scout

Dave,
I found some heavy Swed military pants one time on http://www.sierratradingpost.com . I ended up buying two pair because they were only $20 each. I looked on there now and don’t see anything, but it’s a good place to check in now and then. They buy odd lots. They don’t seem to be the best deals all around as they once were, but they still have a gem now and then. dwc

Well, wool last so well I have bought one peice per year until I have what I need. Now if I can control the size of my belly, and I only wear them for hunting and not for everyday use, they should outlast me.

I wonder if alot of those pieces on e-Bay come from estate sales….

Duncan

When I was stationed in Fairbanks AK (71-72) I would spend my pidly spare cash on Pendalton (sp?) wool cloths. Sill have the coat and it’s in better shape than me. Are they still around? Not a lot of call for heavy wool in TX 🙄

I agree with morris. Mrs. Asbell hand sews every pull over plaid shirt. You can get them with or without a hood. They also come in a variety of weights. I have a 22oz for early season and a 28oz for Nov. – Dec. hunting.

looks like cabelas has pendleton wool shirts on sale
http://www.cabelas.com/mens-long-sleeve-midweight-casual-shirts-pendleton-wool-plaid-shirt-150-regular.shtml

I have found some great deals for wool and flannel on ebay. Although I own a couple Asbel and Ron LaClair pull overs that are my favorite.

brennanherr wrote: looks like cabelas has pendleton wool shirts on sale
http://www.cabelas.com/mens-long-sleeve-midweight-casual-shirts-pendleton-wool-plaid-shirt-150-regular.shtml

I purchased one of those last year. Not a bad shirt for the sale price, but I wouldn’t say that the wool is the same quality as a high-end Pendleton shirt that I’m accustomed to. Also, I would recommend ordering a size larger if you’re going to get one – it is described as washable, and even after following the washing instructions and not putting it in the drier, it still shrank a full size.

Just ordered one of the sleeveless Asbell hoodies. Should be just the ticket for fall.

I like the Asbel pull overs for cool weather but when it gets cold these here are the best.
http://www.shrewbows.com/wool_shirts/

I have lots of wool sweaters….which I love, by the way…that I got at Goodwill. All the ones I found are American Made and cost $3.99 each….the going rate in our area at Goodwill. Also, while there, look at the old suits/pants; you can find very good worsted wool pants that will work for outdoor use. I wear a pair of old suit pants over my wool undies on days when it’s over twenty-five degrees or so. I have a pair of Swiss Army wool pants for the really cold days. You don’t need to mortgage the house to buy wool clothes….that’s just silly. Here is a link for wool pants, as well as reasonably priced sweaters/shirts.

http://shop.sportsmansguide.com/net/Main.aspx?&kwtid=1029066&pmdgtl=1&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Brand-Reinforcement&utm_term=the%20sportsmans%20guide&gclid=CP_buLf0wKsCFc465QodJg54rw

Just got one of the Asbell sleeveless hooded pullovers. Love it. Keeps my core warm but my arms free. And it’s a great brown/black plaid with a litte red thrown in too.

Shrimp,

I just realized you said you were from south Texas where it is warm. You could probably do with cotton flannel. Of course cotton is a cuss word to our Northern Bretheren. Another option for warm to coolish weather (low 30’s-high 20’s) is Cabelas Worsterlon. It wears like wool and wicks like poly pro, is machine washable and never fades. I’ve been using the same three shirts for more than 12 years. It is not as expensive as wool and you are in luck they are selling it again. It disappeared for a while but I noticed it is back in the catalog.

Duncan

Try looking at Bemidji Woolen Mills. They are a 4th generation company from Northern Minnesota. Their Jac Shirt is top notch and coats are fantastic. http://www.bemidjiwoolenmills.com

This thread contains a long list of options, some I heard of, some I ain’t! But in all these options, there is one missing…

Can’t beat an oversize wool plaid shirt, my first close encounter with a deer was at about 6 ft wearing one of my Dad’s old green plaid woolrich shirts, fit me like a poncho!. Damn deer almost ran over me, pulled the string back so hard the arrow fell off the bow. Got me hooked for the rest of my life!

For Jaq Style Wool Pliad shirts I’ve found good deals at Sierra Trading Post as mentioned above.

I’m a big fan of both plaid and wool (they don’t have to be the same.) Filson makes great stuff. They are pricey–up front. Point is, they last forever, and if you crunch the numbers they turn out to be a good deal. I had a Filson wool shirt that I got from my father that must have been over 40 years old. I think it’s now in their museum. Don