Softie jackets, are they snugpak?

[Ben98]

Hi there
http://www.outdoorknitwear.com/store/product.php?product=85
I was wondering if the above are the genuine softie jackets as made by snugpak? If not, what's the difference?
Thanks in advance
Ben

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[Corso]

no idea have you asked them?

 

[digitracker]

Already been linked to, read this thread http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=104268

 

[woof]

No, i don't think they are. I have a snugpak, & i got one of these for my lad who's in the army but can't get one issued. They are very good quality, & seem to work as good as the snugpak, the downside is they do seem slightly smaller.

Rob

 

[shaggystu]

Mine's standing up nicely so far, I'm not at all gentle on clothes so it's had a fair bit of hammer already with no problems at all, I couldn't be happier for the price. I'm away for a week or so's camping from friday onwards and this jacket will be making up most of my "spare warm clothing", I'll let you know how it performs.

Cheers,

Stuart

 

[Hill-tabber]

Hi, did a little snooping on that website and fleabay. Looking at the photos these appear to be the same as the military issued 'softie' jacket. I would guess that this company is the contractor used by the MoD, or a retail arm of it.

The issued jackets are perfectly fine and fit for purpose. I use one (free, thanks ma'am!) and also own a softie sleeka (bought on sale 10 years ago, still at a fair whack) and there's no real difference. Personally I prefer wool layers, however I always have a softie packed for extra warmth when it gets bitter.

Have a look on fleabay for this retailer, they are cheaper on there and they stock a 'swedish' version they claim is fire retardant. (disclaimer - not involved with the company or its products, just helping out!)

@ woof: odd that your lad can't get one through the system, should be able to get one through his QM's. I think they are on general issue....