Thread: Swazi Kagoule & Rifleman Jacket Reviews

Originally Posted by Sarvo

This Kuiu - it is made where - USA ??
So - if it is a USA product (maybe made in Vietnam outsourced) how can you be sure it is Merino

There is one way to test - cut a little piece of fabric (or just a loose thread) off and put the Bic Flik lighter on it - you should be able to tell authenticity by smell

Please understand - I am not trying to take the piss out of Kuiu product - I am just trying to ascertain its genuine and true platform
I just see a tad too much fancy advertising and promotion (which is derived from how many millions you can push up its arse) and if it is truly a great product or just a well marketed product that scores highly on the table of "marketing promotion success"
PLUS it aint cheap !!

A FM sold a Kuiu jacket on here the other day – I wish I had of bought it to try out – but it was a large not a M – still would have found out its suitability for me but

I have mentioned to you in a previous thread that Kuiu is made in asia + other countries. From my limited understanding, the Kuiu merino is sourced from Nuyarn technology New Zealand improving the performance of fabrics which is a company based in Levin. (I think) Someone on this forum will know more than I.

I agree Kuiu is pumped up by marketing, I still rate a lot of the products.

The majority of the gear I am using is made in NZ/USA.. I am working towards kitting myself entirely with ethically / less mass produced clothing & equipment. It isn't easy!

I that sold the Kuiu jacket that you mentioned. It has been replaced with these Swazi jackets. @Sarvo

Anyway, this thread is about NZ Made Swazi gear