A very light and warm hat. For severe frost and wind, it's too light, but it's good enough up to minus 5 degrees. It fits in your pocket, so you can keep it in your jacket and forget about it until you need it.
Lightweight hat inspired by the contract USMC Beanie, crafted from a premium blend of high-grade Merino wool and recycled polyester. Delivers excellent insulation against low temperatures, effectively shielding the head from hazardous heat loss.
Merino wool—a natural fiber sourced from Merino sheep, renowned as one of the finest wools worldwide. Offers superior moisture-wicking properties for optimal comfort in varying conditions.
Technical data
Color: Shadow Grey
Size: universal
Material: 50% Merino wool, 50% recycled polyester
Weight: 66 g
Producer: Helikon-Tex, Poland
Militaria.pl is the official distributor of Helikon-Tex.
Helikon-Tex is a Europe-based brand delivering trusted quality and accountable manufacturing founded in 1983, specializing in the production of tactical, military and outdoor clothing. It offers a wide range of products such as clothing, backpacks, bags and tactical accessories, which have gained recognition among both uniformed services and outdoor enthusiasts. Its offer includes distinctive product lines such as Bushcraft - dedicated to survival enthusiasts, Law Enforcement - designed for uniformed services, and Range - created for shooters. Helikon-Tex uses modern camouflage patterns, such as MultiCam, ATACS and PenCott, ensuring adaptation to various terrain conditions.
| Color/camouflage | Gray hue |
|---|---|
| Material type | Synthetic-natural |
| Material flexibility | Extensible |
| Material texture | Uniform (crinkled) |
| Circuit regulation | No |
| Gender | Men's |
| Ventilation | No |
| Weight | 66 g |
| Additional material | 50% Polyester |
| Main material | 50% Merino wool |
| Main color | Shadow Grey |
| Velcro panel | No |
| Thermoactive | Yes |
| EAN | 5902688054366 |
| Manufacturer code | CZ-UBN-MW-35 |
| Brand | Helikon-Tex |
| EAN |
Reviews with photos
Review summary
Number of reviews: 138
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At first, I felt a slight disappointment – the hat is soft and pleasant, but rather thin, so it's not suitable for severe frosts like -23 degrees and icy wind, which sometimes occur in Ukraine. It works better during intense activity – it doesn't cause excessive sweating and breathes well. I work in security and often have to move between indoors and outdoors – with this hat, I don't have to take it off because my head doesn't overheat, unlike typical cheap acrylic hats or those with linings, where activity causes your head to sweat and then the cold cools it down. In temperatures from 0 to -5 degrees, the hat is sufficient, but in the wind, it's easily permeated, so a hood is necessary. At around -10 degrees, with an additional jacket hood, it should be fine – when moving, your head doesn't overheat in it, but if you stay still in the cold for a long time, the hat may not be enough. It works best during activity. I think it will be perfect for spring and autumn.
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Warm, lightweight beanie made from merino wool for excellent comfort and breathability. Fits well without feeling tight and works equally well for everyday wear or outdoor use. A clean, understated design with reliable cold-weather performance.
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A very successful cap. I was tempted because of the material - merino wool and simplicity. One of my favorites. Now I look for and wear clothes that contain merino wool. Warm, but at the same time slightly breathable. For me, the only downside, unfortunately that's how it is with wool, is that it pills slightly. But after shaving it with a clothes shaver, it looks good again. I recommend buying the cap and the store Militaria.pl
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Very nice hat. I bought the black color. Well made. Fits well. I recommend the product and the seller. Shipping as always was express from militaria.pl
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The hat is very nice and warm, well made, and the material gives an impression of good quality. Great for everyday use in colder autumn days and in winter down to -3 / -5°C. I highly recommend the hat, it fits just right.
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Another great thing (this time a cap) from Helikon. Warm, very comfortable, doesn't squeeze, quite big but that's a plus, and merino works wonders.
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A warm and pleasant-to-the-touch cap. Even when slightly damp, it keeps you warm (as merino does). The color is very similar to the one in the photos. The size is rather for a medium-sized head.
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The hat is well sewn, and the material gives the impression of good quality. Tested at -5°C and does its job. I use it for daily walks. Recommended.
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Warm hat, merino wool does a great job. The material does pill a bit with use, but treating it with a fabric shaver solves the problem and the hat looks like new.
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Great cap from Helikon. Merino wool does the job. It's very warm despite being thin. For temperatures up to -5, I think it's a top product. As someone already mentioned, it does pill a bit, but using a fabric shaver makes it look like new.
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Very nice and warm hat. Merino does its job—keeps you warm and works well in the wind. It's quite short so don't expect it to pull over your ears.
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The cap is excellent, warm, and most importantly, looks great. After putting it on your head, nothing presses and you don't have to constantly adjust it on your head like glue. It perfectly fulfills its function, which is important to me. I recommend it to others as well.
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The hat is a class of its own. Fitted, warm. Thickly knitted. Well insulated from the environment. Does not absorb odors. This is already my second identical one. Earlier I chose the black color. I recommend it.
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The hat, modeled after the USMC Beanie, is a combination of Merino wool and recycled polyester, providing excellent insulation and moisture wicking. Perfect for winter days!
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