Mato & Hash Military Shemagh Tactical 100% Cotton Scarf Head Wrap

Four. While this was my first, I now have four of these. This shemagh is large enough to wrap in several configurations depending on the requirements. When I'm working in the yard on 98* summer days, this is wrapped around my head and neck. Sure, I'll sweat at first but then it keeps me much cooler. When its cold and windy, this works better than any scarf my mother tied around me as a kid. We went camping last month and I forgot my pillow. After wrapping my jacket in this, all with right with the world.

It doesn't get that cold in Southern California, but it's all relative, and when it reaches 34-40 in the early morning hours to head to work, this shemagh makes it okay to head outside, even if you just use a hoodie, and/or a thermal. Heck, even a scarf that covers your neck and ears makes makes a hell of a difference.I have one that was bought from an Army Navy Surplus store several years ago. Still gets used from time to time, but wanted another one for myself to keep in my car at all times (can never be too prepared) for friends or dates (it's helped me in the past...dont judge me!).This one is about the same quality, although this one is a bit thicker when compared to that old Army Navy one. I love that it still kept me warm, and also help keep the sweat off of me during the early mornings in the office (the vent for the heat and ac was directly into my cubicle.... it's still a no-win situation), so it acted the same as I needed for part of the day.Theres not much to even compare, as this brand had exactly what I wanted. Oversized, but was not too cumbersome to use daily during those cold winter months. Washed multiple times and maintained the Blackout color. I even used it as a mask when heading into store when I forgot my N95 mask at home, or was in a rush to get my items...not a problem for most.All around, I love this thing, so much so that I took the chance and bought the different color ways I wanted (Blackout, Black/White, and White/Black). that old Army Navy one now stays as a back up for me...in an dates' ride...it went well, waiting for the 3rd date :)

comfortable and good size. Just hang dry only so it doesn't shrink. will buy again

The product shipped quickly, and arrived before amazons expected arrival date. It was folded and packaged nicely, something like a folded handkerchief. Upon taking my new shemagh from the package, I noticed a piece of tape with writing on it. Thinking that it was the inspector’s stamp of approval, I removed one site, only to discover that the sewing was not complete. This defect isn’t really an issue for me, just beware. Over all I’ll rate at 4 stars. Quick delivery, good looking shemagh, great price.

This is my first opportunity to do a "touch and feel" evaluation on a Shemagh:1) The base-layer cotton material is very lightweight with a thread count/inch of around 10. I am speculating that this is by design to allow the material to be highly breathable (note that one usage is to prevent dust/sand from entering the noes/mouth). An artifact of the low thread count/inch is that the material snags somewhat easily.2) Initial inspection showed that the material had an odor that I am attributing to the dye. The odor was annoying enough that I opted to hand wash the Shemagh.3) Hand washing was the correct technique. There was a great deal of dye that washed off and it would have certainly stained any other item had I washed it together with something else. I actually had to hand wash several times to remove most (but not all) of the dye. While there is still an odor, it is slight and easily tolerable.4) Keep in mind that I am a Shemagh "newbie": I originally thought that the primary purpose of the Shemagh was simple protection from the sun (keep the sun off the head and back of the neck). It actually does much more: acts as a mini visor to keep the sun out of your eyes and also acts as eye black to further reduce glare. b) is a multi-purpose head wear where you can optionally use the face mask, use it as a scarf only (retain heat in cold weather and wet it for evaporation in hot weather.I'm compelled to confess that I have little knowledge of Middle East culture, so I was hesitant to try a Shemagh; however, I have a couple of military friends who swear by a Shemagh so I opted to give it a try and see what all the fuss was about. I am very happy that I overcame my initial bias and gave it a try. I am so impressed with it that I plan to purchase another in the future, although I am going to look for one made of thicker material (if it even exists).