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Ventile

Ventile is a long staple cotton fabric of the highest quality. It was developed in World War II for high altitude clothing for the RAF. It is a natural fibre naturally, soft, windproof and incredibly hard wearing. I've worn a ventile windproof jacket and over trousers in hurricane force winds well below freezing and apart from being blown every where was as comfortable as could be - ok it's all relative but the weather didn't get through.

Ventile is the fabric used for the "windies" that I was issued with as standard wear in Antarctica. These compromised the outer layers, not insulated as such, but because of their windproof properties gave more warmth than would appear. They were worn everywhere, no modern fabric came close in comfort or versatility.

A friend of mine wore his ventile "windy jacket" every year on the ski-slopes of Europe on his return, and still does so, taking great delight in their lo-tech appearance before heading off down a black run leaving everyone standing.

Ventile garments are often offered as "Hunting Wear" where they function admirably being resistant to snagging on vegetation, highly breathable, very water resistant and exceptionally quiet in use adding a "stealth" aspect to their qualities.

Ventile is also very versatile, I had a pair of ventile pants in Antarctica and also when I left and travelled around South America. I've worn them in all climates and temperatures and always found them supremely comfortable. More windproof than moleskin and harder wearing. They are also superb in really cold weather when teamed up with some thermal undergarments as the wind just never gets through them.

Any of the modern (not historical) pictures on this site that show people in Antarctica will mainly show them orange or green ventile windproof jackets - for practicality, they had no rival.

The "secret" of ventile is simple, it's not laminated, it's not coated, it's just made from the highest quality raw material. The finest long staple cotton fibers found only in the top 2% of the world cotton crop are used. The cotton is then woven into a very dense "Oxford" weave pattern that requires up to 30% more cotton than other conventional fabrics. It is an entirely natural 100% cotton product.

On wetting, the cotton fibers swell and a combination of fibers and weave pattern mean that the fabric "closes up" preventing the passage of water. The fabric still remains breathable in a way that no other man-made synthetic water resistant material can manage.

Properties;

• Weatherproof, protects from anything the elements can throw at you.
• Windproof, in Antarctica the windiest continent on earth, ventile is used to make windproof garments for field parties.
•  Breathable, very important in Antarctica (and elsewhere too) when rest after exertion can cause freezing of sweat if it is not allowed to escape.
• Quiet, no "rustle", so people or animals can't hear you approaching.
• Comfort, soft and forgiving and doesn't stiffen up at low temperatures like some synthetic materials do.
• Durable, tough and hardwearing.
• Reliable, simple construction means no coatings or separation of layers to worry about.

Ventile Clothing

Orvis Men's Ventile Field Pants - Field Khaki $ Ventile is a remarkable pure cotton fabric so tightly woven it is waterproof. The instant water touches the fabric, the fibers swell and eliminate any penetration of moisture. The result is a waterproof bursh pant without the weight of traditional moisture barriers. A double layer of Ventile fabric at the front leg and back calf gives these classic field pants an added ruggedness perfect for temperate conditions. Ventile is the world's sturdiest all-cotton poplin and the dense weaves aids in pushing aside brush and briars. Diamond gussetted crotch for maximum mobility and comfort. Front security pocket. Pure cotton. Washable. Imported. Even men's pants sizes: 32-46. Inseams plain finished to your order up to 34" with wear-resistant mock leather hem. more... Orvis Men's Ventile Field Pants - Sage $ Ventile is a remarkable pure cotton fabric so tightly woven it is waterproof. The instant water touches the fabric, the fibers swell and eliminate any penetration of moisture. The result is a waterproof bursh pant without the weight of traditional moisture barriers. A double layer of Ventile fabric at the front leg and back calf gives these classic field pants an added ruggedness perfect for temperate conditions. Ventile is the world's sturdiest all-cotton poplin and the dense weaves aids in pushing aside brush and briars. Diamond gussetted crotch for maximum mobility and comfort. Front security pocket. Pure cotton. Washable. Imported. Even men's pants sizes: 32-46. Inseams plain finished to your order up to 34" with wear-resistant mock leather hem. more... Orvis Ventile Cloth Upland Shirt - Stone $ The hardest-wearing upland shirt you'll ever own. And very likely the last you'll have to buy. 30% more cotton yarns per square inch than any other breathable hunting shirt for comfortable protection. Articulated underarms for expanded overhead reach and breathing ports for comfort. Double-layer elbow patches for field wear and briar resistance. Pure cotton. Washable. Imported.Sizes: S(34-36, M(38-40, L(42-44, XL(46-48, XXL(50-52. more... Orvis Ventile Cornstalker Jacket $ A new take on a classic. Our stalwart Ventile fabric beats back brush and repels moisture like nobody's business, but remains lightweight, forgiving, and super comfortable. And the corduroy trim adds to the jacket's handsome traditional style. The special front zipper goes down just halfway to maximize your range of shooting motion and let you get on birds faster. The bottom half is fitted with an easy button closure for full protection against briars. Blaze orange safety shoulders and yoke. Pockets include: two zippered bellows pockets with shell loops; two zippered security pockets; and two interior pockets. The lined, easy front-loading blood-proof game bag unbuttons for quick cleaning. Full polyester lining for easy on-and-off and comfort. In khaki. Pure cotton. Washable. Imported.Sizes: M(38-40, L(42-44, XL(46-48, XXL(50-52. more... Orvis Ventile Field Jacket $ Ventile(R) is a densely woven, but unbelievably lightweight cotton fabric developed in the UK during WWII for use in flight suits. We used it to create the ultimate foul-weather lightweight hunting jacket, designed for upland game and estate hunting. Made of pure cotton, the Ventile hunting jacket is entirely wind- and weatherproof, but unlike jackets made from some synthetic materials, it remains breathable and light in any weather. Durable and silent, it's perfect for stalking skittish birds on foggy, wet mornings, but refined and casual enough to wear out on the town later that night. In khaki. Pure cotton. Imported.Sizes: M(38-40, L(42-44, XL(46-48, XXL(50-52. more...

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