JACK PYKEMens Countryman Thermal Fleece Gilet

This is a fantastic body warmer the quality is excellent and fits perfectlyIt has very large pockets trimmed in what looks like leather all round can’t fault it

Love this so comfy and looks very smart

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Good value fleece gilet. Warm too

Liked the colour style feel of fabric and the fit .

We bought it as an extra layer inside but lovely and warm outside too

Like many reviewers, I purchased this gillet as a budget alternative to the famous Schöffel offering. I own two Schöffel gillets but after losing a fair amount of weight I needed a new gillet for this years shooting season. Not wanting to shell out another £140+ on a new one i gave this a try based on the high rating here.The Jack Pyke version is easily on parr with the Schöffel, the only slight lowering of quality is perhaps shown in the quality of leather (or faux leather I can't tell) used for the trimming on the Pyke version. However I am being super critical there. In the field surrounded by Schöffel wearers this one is practically indistinguishable. Jack Pyke have hidden their branding on the rear of the collar and is embroidered in matching thread, so very hard to pick out. The only other branding is on the zipper pull tabs, but if you're trying to hide what you're wearing then these simply untie off the zipper. Personally I don't care what brand i sport I just like the style, however I know many buy these to "fit in" with the Schöffel crowd. The Jack Pyke gillet is the very equal of the Schöffel and I do now fail to see why they are able to charge such a high price for such a simple garment. There is some talk that the Jack Pyke version doesn't last as long with heavy use or after numerous washes, I have found it very hardy and wear it daily for dog walks etc and there is no sign of deterioration, also just wash it as per the label and it will hold up fine.In all a great value item that is every bit as stylish and practical as it's premium brother.