I thought I would have a go at doing my first review.
I have had my Swazi Tahr for about a year now and through out that time it has performed well,and is my first choice when the weather is bad, I have owned Gore-Tex Jackets from other manufactures and have found the Thar to perform as well if not better than these jackets.
The Anorak
Size tested 3xl
Price £250.00
http://www.swazi.co.nz/
The Tahr Anorak ( my one was proudly crafted by Trish) is an over the head design and comes from a shooting background, this shows in its clean lines and generous cut allowing good freedom of movement.
It is of a three layer Gore- Tex construction with fully taped seams making it very waterproof the soft outer fabric also makes it quiet in use.
The hood design allows good side vision and fits the face well with the draw cords drawn up ,and the hood moves well with your head.There is a good size peak which keeps the rain of your face and this is soft stiffened and has a a wire at the front edge.
The front zip is about 40cm long and has a beard guard,and is covered on the front with a single flap to protect the zip and is held in place with Velcro. this zip also allows you to vent the anorak.
On the front left side there is a pocket which is large enough to take a pair of binoculars,this has a flap which is secured by two press studs the top of the sides of the pocket is elasticated and on the right hand side of the pocket there is a bullet holder which can take two bullets if required or a couple of pens or pencils,there is a waist draw cord which enables you to adjust the fit of the anorak.
The sleeves allow a good freedom of movement and the design of the soft cuff fits the wrist well and are Velcro adjustable.
Conclusion
The Tahr is a hard wearing Gore-Tex waterproof coat with good fit, freedom of movement,and will keep you dry in the worst weather.
There some minus points like all Gore-tex coats it will melt if a spark goes on it and the membrane can be punctured by sharp points.It can also get a bit warm as well but this can be vented with the zip. the outer fabric can hold water in a really heavy downpour and make the jacket heavy and take a while to dry out
Some people might prefer more pockets as well ,I tend to find pockets on Gore-tex jackets do not tend keep their contents dry.
All in all I have to say I do like the Swazi Tahr and is the jacket I reach for when I'm going out and about.
I have had my Swazi Tahr for about a year now and through out that time it has performed well,and is my first choice when the weather is bad, I have owned Gore-Tex Jackets from other manufactures and have found the Thar to perform as well if not better than these jackets.
The Anorak
Size tested 3xl
Price £250.00
http://www.swazi.co.nz/
The Tahr Anorak ( my one was proudly crafted by Trish) is an over the head design and comes from a shooting background, this shows in its clean lines and generous cut allowing good freedom of movement.
It is of a three layer Gore- Tex construction with fully taped seams making it very waterproof the soft outer fabric also makes it quiet in use.
The hood design allows good side vision and fits the face well with the draw cords drawn up ,and the hood moves well with your head.There is a good size peak which keeps the rain of your face and this is soft stiffened and has a a wire at the front edge.
The front zip is about 40cm long and has a beard guard,and is covered on the front with a single flap to protect the zip and is held in place with Velcro. this zip also allows you to vent the anorak.
On the front left side there is a pocket which is large enough to take a pair of binoculars,this has a flap which is secured by two press studs the top of the sides of the pocket is elasticated and on the right hand side of the pocket there is a bullet holder which can take two bullets if required or a couple of pens or pencils,there is a waist draw cord which enables you to adjust the fit of the anorak.
The sleeves allow a good freedom of movement and the design of the soft cuff fits the wrist well and are Velcro adjustable.
Conclusion
The Tahr is a hard wearing Gore-Tex waterproof coat with good fit, freedom of movement,and will keep you dry in the worst weather.
There some minus points like all Gore-tex coats it will melt if a spark goes on it and the membrane can be punctured by sharp points.It can also get a bit warm as well but this can be vented with the zip. the outer fabric can hold water in a really heavy downpour and make the jacket heavy and take a while to dry out
Some people might prefer more pockets as well ,I tend to find pockets on Gore-tex jackets do not tend keep their contents dry.
All in all I have to say I do like the Swazi Tahr and is the jacket I reach for when I'm going out and about.