What activity did you use the product for? Everyday use, winter trips, traveling. Cold weather outside life.

What weather and temperatures did you experience? Winter. Snow. Wind. Norwegian winter. -10 to +5 degrees Celsius

Are there any developments we could make? Better shape retention. This type of sweater is probably never going to handle machine wash, but the weight of the garment and knitting direction makes it longerAnd wideIn the body and shorter and narrower in the arms after washing which is troublesome.

In the event that we would like to discuss these answers with you further, are you happy for a member of the Shackleton team to get in touch? Yes

How did you come across Shackleton? By mistake in a trip to London and a fan of classic polar heroes like Shakleton!

“A staple piece of classical clothing. Made as a replica of Shackleton sweater. Very impressed how alike it looks when I see old pictures of Shakleton wearing the same sweater! Warm, protective and cozy. I had to wash it and that was bothersome. Stretched and got longer in the body without hanging it to dry. Had to rewash it and try to “shrink” the body, but not the arms. Difficult. Also used a week to dry out. Like a selvage Japanese denim: not for washing, I presume. Just back from a winter trip with tent and sled in Norwegian mountains. Choose to bring the Hero instead of a fleece for warmth in tent and camp. Did not regret it. Felt very comfortable. Wore a lot outside in snow, wind and -10 with a down vest over. Felt comfortable and nice throughout. A very good weather for years to keep.”

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Posted 2 months ago

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Posted 1 year ago

What activity did you use the product for? Leisure

What weather and temperatures did you experience? Scottish Highlands weather (!), temperature range from -5 to +10

Are there any developments we could make? Not on this product

In the event that we would like to discuss these answers with you further, are you happy for a member of the Shackleton team to get in touch? yes

How did you come across Shackleton? Referral from a friend, an ex-employee

“Excellent quality product clearly made with the finest materials and attention to detail. The sweater is very comfortable to wear and performs as expected, warm but without ever feeling clammy. I am always very cautious about wool as I can find it irritating, however the sweater is extremely soft without any discomfort even around the neck. The sizing worked well for me using the Shackleton sizing guide - I have a medium (I am 42" but often I fall between M&L) which is a snug fit but not tight or restrictive and quite flattering! It's not cheap.. but I guess you get what you pay for.”

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Posted 1 year ago

We really appreciate your feedback. Thank you.

Posted 1 year ago

What activity did you use the product for? Boat trip

What weather and temperatures did you experience? 11 degrees

How did you come across Shackleton? Covent Garden shop

“We’re on a trip to mull 27may wore it all day kept me warm but not too hot”

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Posted 1 year ago

That's great to hear. Thank you.

Posted 1 year ago

What activity did you use the product for? to keep warm

What weather and temperatures did you experience? around Seattle it continues to be cold.

Are there any developments we could make? you should make one for women

In the event that we would like to discuss these answers with you further, are you happy for a member of the Shackleton team to get in touch? yes

How did you come across Shackleton? see my comments above

“visited the Ross Sea (Antarctica) recently and a naturalist wore a sweater I really liked. Found out that it's a Shackleton sweater that he had gotten as a gift from a former passenger. My research showed that I could buy one from you and we had an exchange about a size that would fit me. Shackleton became my hero after a trip from Ushuaia to So. Georgia that was designed around his exploration. At the Ross Sea I visited his hut that was preserved from the Nimrod expedition. A simply awesome experience!!”

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Posted 2 years ago

Great story, thanks for sharing!

Posted 2 years ago

“Beautiful sweater which is really warm”

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Posted 2 years ago

Thank you!

Posted 2 years ago

“My second of these - I've another in grey, which indicates I'm a fan! It's a good chunky jumper with excellent detailing - tunic length (so a bit longer than standard) with side splits in the hem, ribbed roll neck collar and cuffs, and a chequerboard detailing in the shoulders. And a cool label with the Shackleton star and a quote from Ernest on it (I'll let you read your own) . The wool is soft, not scratchy despite being heavy duty, sort of like a merino, but heavier. Fine next to the skin with just a t-shirt underneath. I washed the first one (20 degree machine wool cycle with a wool specific detergent) and it came out fine - I checked before buying the second one. It's absolutely a cold weather jumper. As the temp has pushed up in recent weeks it'll soon be relegated to the back of the wardrobe until November. But it definitely a long-term keeper of a jumper that will last long term, both style-wise and quality as well. Good stuff.”

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Posted 4 years ago

Hero Sweater - British Made Navy / M Reviews