I debated whether or not to show my WW1 leather jerkin. Wool lined and extends past the crotch, its great in really cold weather if you need to be active. In the end, I decided I don't need it enough for down here so I left it at home. Thanks for watching!
There's only two of those AEF caps in TX, mine and a friend of mine. They were sold by a WW1 reenacting outfit from NYC about 8 years ago. Very few people seem to know what AEF means and those who do often comment. Thanks for watching!
The one thing people don't seem to understand is the importance of moisture management. Yes, your underwear can get damp enough to kill you if not properly vented or if you don't change out of it once a day to air it out. It doesn't take much moisture to drop your core temp to a dangerous level.
If you can't see the humor in things, you'll only see the sad, and if you can't make fun of yourself, people are going to do it for ya. Thanks for watching!
I do have the advantage of having grown up in NH so am a bit more aware of the pitfalls than many of the folks who grew up round these parts, especially those who don't spend a lot of time outdoors. Thanks for watching!
At those temps, and the humidity, it gets damn cold. I lived in Alaska for fourty years, but that cold is just cold, but for the most part dry during winter. I spent a winter near Houston, and everything I had that was metal rusted, and much of everything else molded on me….stay dry n you should be ok!
Yes, its the humidity that's the problem down here. When normal aspiration occurs and is trapped by your clothing, that only adds to the problem. Venting is crucial. Thanks for watching!
excellent video Sarge, thanx, you have a wide varity of weather patterns in texas, we have less difference across the state up here in montana.. but you know your winter gear is summer gear up here...LOL I've seen 2 'chore jackets' up here from 'pre ww2' both were denim with flannel lining corduroy collars and FOUR patch pockets. they both were of differing manufacture. Sorry I don't have pics anymore..
I've seen days where I woke up and it was just above freezing and got into the high 70s before sunset. I also remember a cold front that came in where you could almost hear the temperature going down. IIRC, the temps went from the 70s to below freezing in about 2 hours. When I lived in NH, one of my most favorite jackets was denim with a wool lining. Just enough for Early Spring days and keeping me warm after sunset until I got home. Overnight? Not so much---
Great selection for your area. Funny I was listening to a book from 1926 from Stephen Graham on The Gentle Art of Tramping that was not that great. Wasn't horrible but some of his writing went against what other writers of the period wrote. Stormy Kromer and Filson sell hats and vests that pass. Those earflaps on the Kromer are pretty much useless. I wear one most winter days. Remember the neck gaiter and balaclava are perfect for the 1920s. Saddly the old companies that sold heavy wool pants are gone or don't sell 100% wool. In your area I think a pair of nice wool dress pants might well be the ticket and I think that was Kephart's suggestion. Psstt, not buttoning your sweater correct is a sign of age, ask any woman.
I have had good luck with pants from Johnson Woolen Mills in Vermont, Big Bill out of Canada, and Varestaleka wool worker pants from Finland. None 100% wool but all pretty good. The Varestaleka may be the best bargain.
Yah, I think the only time I undid the string on the Stormy Kromer was to swap out the nylon that came it came with for a cotton shoelace. The WW1 trousers (both the 1910 and 1918 versions) being sold do have a wool that's great for round here.
Don't recall. I'm in the habit of searching for free downloadable stuff while editing. I generally just save the file and forget where it comes from. Wish I was more help than that. Thanks for watching.
Nice video! I am a big fan of vests. Been wearing them for 50 years to keep warm….and be stylish
I debated whether or not to show my WW1 leather jerkin. Wool lined and extends past the crotch, its great in really cold weather if you need to be active. In the end, I decided I don't need it enough for down here so I left it at home.
Thanks for watching!
As always a great video. Love the AEF ball cap. Way to represent.
There's only two of those AEF caps in TX, mine and a friend of mine. They were sold by a WW1 reenacting outfit from NYC about 8 years ago. Very few people seem to know what AEF means and those who do often comment.
Thanks for watching!
Yes: I knew the science and some of the clothing, but I did not know it all. This is a fine piece that ties everything together.
The one thing people don't seem to understand is the importance of moisture management. Yes, your underwear can get damp enough to kill you if not properly vented or if you don't change out of it once a day to air it out. It doesn't take much moisture to drop your core temp to a dangerous level.
I agree wholeheartedly about the rain gear! I can't stand wearing it for the same reason!
Especially down here where we measure humidity in gallons per square inch.
Thanks for watching!
Very good information. I also enjoy your sense of humor!👍
If you can't see the humor in things, you'll only see the sad, and if you can't make fun of yourself, people are going to do it for ya. Thanks for watching!
Sarge, Thanks for the camping in cold weather gulf coast style! I have to change a few things for the Ohio weather. Blessings and Be Safe My Friend!
I do have the advantage of having grown up in NH so am a bit more aware of the pitfalls than many of the folks who grew up round these parts, especially those who don't spend a lot of time outdoors.
Thanks for watching!
At those temps, and the humidity, it gets damn cold. I lived in Alaska for fourty years, but that cold is just cold, but for the most part dry during winter. I spent a winter near Houston, and everything I had that was metal rusted, and much of everything else molded on me….stay dry n you should be ok!
Yes, its the humidity that's the problem down here. When normal aspiration occurs and is trapped by your clothing, that only adds to the problem. Venting is crucial.
Thanks for watching!
Hoi danke Für das Video. Ist sehr Informativ. So Ein Mantel gibt's in der Schweiz Armee Schau im Internet. Die kann man auch kaufen. Gruß Mario
Thanks for watching!
excellent video Sarge, thanx, you have a wide varity of weather patterns in texas, we have less difference across the state up here in montana.. but you know your winter gear is summer gear up here...LOL I've seen 2 'chore jackets' up here from 'pre ww2' both were denim with flannel lining corduroy collars and FOUR patch pockets. they both were of differing manufacture. Sorry I don't have pics anymore..
I've seen days where I woke up and it was just above freezing and got into the high 70s before sunset. I also remember a cold front that came in where you could almost hear the temperature going down. IIRC, the temps went from the 70s to below freezing in about 2 hours. When I lived in NH, one of my most favorite jackets was denim with a wool lining. Just enough for Early Spring days and keeping me warm after sunset until I got home. Overnight? Not so much---
Great selection for your area. Funny I was listening to a book from 1926 from Stephen Graham on The Gentle Art of Tramping that was not that great. Wasn't horrible but some of his writing went against what other writers of the period wrote. Stormy Kromer and Filson sell hats and vests that pass. Those earflaps on the Kromer are pretty much useless. I wear one most winter days. Remember the neck gaiter and balaclava are perfect for the 1920s. Saddly the old companies that sold heavy wool pants are gone or don't sell 100% wool. In your area I think a pair of nice wool dress pants might well be the ticket and I think that was Kephart's suggestion. Psstt, not buttoning your sweater correct is a sign of age, ask any woman.
I have had good luck with pants from Johnson Woolen Mills in Vermont, Big Bill out of Canada, and Varestaleka wool worker pants from Finland. None 100% wool but all pretty good. The Varestaleka may be the best bargain.
Yah, I think the only time I undid the string on the Stormy Kromer was to swap out the nylon that came it came with for a cotton shoelace. The WW1 trousers (both the 1910 and 1918 versions) being sold do have a wool that's great for round here.
The Distressed Chorus- where'd that clip come from?
Don't recall. I'm in the habit of searching for free downloadable stuff while editing. I generally just save the file and forget where it comes from. Wish I was more help than that. Thanks for watching.