Norgie Pullover/Norwegian Sweater Still Around?

[Monk]

Some time back there was a garment floating around called the Norwegian sweater or Norge jumper.

It is the greenish wool sweater with the velcro flap at neck and the cuffs with thumb holes. The cut of the sweater was very comfortable.

Does anyone have any idea if these are still around in larger sizes or if there is a source for them in Norway?

Cheers.

 

[Scots_Charles_River]

google for it

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/British-Army-...ItemQQimsxq20091030?IMSfp=TL091030181001r2825

 

[Monk]

Thanks....but tis' actually the wool sweater I'm looking for..not the cotton top.
The wool jumper.

 

[Shewie]

I don't think they come around often. There are some online stores who advertise them but they never seem to have any stock.

 

[Scots_Charles_River]

Sorry, thought it was the one I have.

Did see a german one though.

Nick

 

[Old Bones]

I was looking for much the same thing , and I did find this http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NORWEGIAN-COM...emQQptZUS_CSA_MC_Sweaters?hash=item4cebb60132 on ebay a while ago - looks like it got relisted. The postage is a bit steep though.

There was this hit as well http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/used-norwegian-mil-wool-sweater.aspx?a=163078, but it doesn't look as though they ship to the UK - could always give it a go.

My local Westgate shop http://www.arcs.co.uk/main_westgate.asp (the Co-op department store) has something similar in the window (its a bit like Debenhams in about 1975, so I try not to go in). Admittedly its 'street', so extra buttons, etc, and its probably cotton, but it looks a bit like John McClane's 'Die Hard 2' sweater.

BTW - I love this photo - http://www.armynavydeals.com/asp/products_details.asp?SKU=SW106&ST=2 - try not to laugh!

 

[Gill]

i have one of these buddy ,they are really good.i would hang about and wait and see if anything comes up on the bay ,or try silvermans or endicotts first ,rather than pay the steep postage.

 

[TeeDee]

Any good for you?

http://www.endicotts.co.uk/product_info.php?products_id=1857

Endicotts to the rescue.

Sim. but different.

 

[deenewcastle]

If you want a Norgie, then try Peeley Combats of Washington. They have an eBay shop too (see eBay item no: 370280755681 for link).

 

[Phil562]

I kick myself everytime i think about the one I had but gave it away..........:twak:

 

[torc]

http://www.arktisltd.co.uk/Products/1514_AntarcticaFRS.htm
Is this what you are looking for?
Happy trails...torc.

 

[woof]

BTW - I love this photo - http://www.armynavydeals.com/asp/products_details.asp?SKU=SW106&ST=2 - try not to laugh![/QUOTE]

Sorry but i failed !, looks like Ray Mears meets the village people, i'm still chuckling now.

Rob

 

[Monk]

TeeDee,
I have seen those heavy type Austrian sweaters-a fine sweater and well made. Only problem is size and that style sweater tends to be cut close fitting where as the Norgie wool sweater has a "looser" cut more flex in the shoulders.

Old Bones,
thanks for the first link. That is the Norwegian wool sweater!

Hey, don't folks remember these? They used to be around in the 80s and that time frame.

Thanks for the replies everyone.

 

[Ross Bowyer]

Hi Everyone,

I am off to Norway in early December and will be able to purchase a load of the Norwegian Wool jumpers. These are the standard issue cold weather jumper. 100% wool with thumb loops a high collar and velcro closures on the neck. Not to be confused with the British Army Norgie ones.

these jumpers are extremely warm and hard wearing.

Because I am unsure of the sizes and amount I will be able to get I think the best way to do this is to wait till I come back and I will be able to list what I have.

Price will be £20 +P&P. (TBC)

If you are interested let me know so I can gauge interest.

Ross

 

[Chris the Cat]

Yes pease Ross!
45-46 inch chest.
P.s,Are you boys sorting out the BCUK Arctic gig?!
Cheers.
Chris.

 

[brancho]

Look at the The Norwegian Store in Keswick
They have some great stuff.

 

[Monk]

Ross,

put me down for 1 sweater XL.

thanks,
monk

 

[Ross Bowyer]

Hi Guys,

Just noticed that they are the same as the jumper linked in Old Bones post on Ebay.

I am off to Norway for another job but I am really looking forward to the BCUK Exped, it will be an amazing trip in a fantastic location.
I will probably see you all at the pre briefing.

Ross

 

[Chris the Cat]

Coolio!
C da C.

 

[Mastino]

As Norwegian as possible: http://www.forsvarsbrukt.no/shopexd.asp?id=959