Hunting clothing fabrics and technology, explained
Labels on hunting clothing can be hard to decode. This is a plain-English guide to the fabrics and membranes you'll see on the brands we stock, and what they mean on the hill, on the peg or in the high seat.
Waterproof membranes
GORE-TEX: a thin membrane sealed inside the jacket or trousers. It keeps rain out and wind out while letting sweat vapour escape, so you stay dry from both sides. Look for it on the Härkila Pro Hunter range and many of our boots.
Windproof but not waterproof
GORE-TEX WINDSTOPPER (WSP): blocks wind and breathes well, but it is not designed to keep out sustained rain. Ideal inside a knit or fleece, such as the Härkila Annaboda WSP half zip, worn under a waterproof shell.
Insulation and wool
Merino wool: soft, warm for its weight and good at managing moisture, so it stays comfortable through a day of walking and waiting.
Toughness
CORDURA: a hard-wearing nylon used to reinforce the parts that take the most abuse, such as trouser hems, knees and seats.