The Country Gear Guide
A practical guide to looking the part while staying comfortable, capable and weather-ready outdoors.
- Words by: Harry Jarman
The Shooting Season begins on August 12th with the grouse. First-timer or a regular, dressing for the field can be a daunting prospect. Getting it right is less about tradition and more about choosing practical, well-made pieces that work hard in all conditions.
Purdey
Purdey shooting vest
£895.00
Purdey
Purdey lightweight tweed breeks in acorn
£395.00
Purdey
Purdey aberdeen socks in audley red
£175.00
Dents
Dents leather shooting gloves
£65.00
Peltor
Farlows Peltor Sportac electronic ear defenders
£269.00
Walker Slater
Walker Slater kirk cap in harris tweed herringbone
£58.00
Le Chameau
Le Chameau chasseur leather-lined wellington boot in iconic green
£420.00
“The gold standard in field boots, waterproof, comfortable, and tailored for long days outdoors.”
Purdey
Cashmere Mix Raglan Field Coat in Otter
£2,995.00
Emma Willis
Burgundy Plaid Wool Cotton Blend Shirt
£340.00
Purdey
Moorland Light Quilt Gilet in Dark Olive
£595.00
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