>>2007315I don't usually unless it's used/thrifted. Up to you.
If you do wash it, don't use dawn.
Preferably use a dedicated wool wash - I have one by woolpower that works well, or I think nikwax makes one too, but these can be pricey.
Or use a pure castille soap - you should have some Dr. Bronners around as bio-degradable soap for your outings anyway. This is the cheapest method.
or something very gentile - Eucalan woks really good and is enriched with lanolin, doesn't need to be rinsed out if you prefer hand washing. This shit is pricey too but I've had good results using this on both my wool and down garments so I've just been keeping at it. Can usually find it cheaper at wool or sewing shops
>>2006712Like everything, you can find pure wool or blends. Most of the stuff I get is 80/20 wool/nylon.
I have a couple thrifted sweaters that are 100% lambs wool, but I think I prefer the nylon blend for durability and it springs back to shape a bit better.
My base layers are always blends, at least 70% merino. Some have 2% elastane, some dont. I don't think it matters. The weave/knit matters more.
>>2006780Nalgene is life. I know this thread is about vintage shit, but stainless is the way to go. Can use it on the fire, beat it up, etc. Copper is just a bitch to maintain and clean often.
