On the field, what gives you away first isn't your vest or your replica: it's your face and neck, two bright, mobile surfaces amidst camouflage gear. A neck gaiter solves the problem for the price of a coffee, and it’s useful all year round.
It’s a simple mesh tube, seamless along its length, so there are no irritating topstitches. Laid flat, it measures 23.5 cm wide by 40 cm high, which is about a 47 cm circumference: enough to wear it low on the neck, pull it up over the nose during an approach, wear it as a balaclava under a helmet, tie it as a headband to hold back sweat, or slip it onto your wrist when it's not being used.
The knit is the important part. The supplier states it is a four-way stretch knitted polyester that is breathable and quick-drying: unlike a fleece neck gaiter, this one can also be worn in summer without turning the lower half of your face into a sauna. They also claim sun protection and good color retention when washed.
Twenty-four patterns are available, each numbered and illustrated with its own photo in the menu: the great classics (Multicam, Multicam Black, US Woodland, A-TACS), Kryptek-style scale patterns, digital patterns (MARPAT, desert, urban), and a snow version. Enough to match it to your outfitrather than wearing a black tube that clashes with everything.
Specifications
Material: 100% knitted polyester mesh (stated)
Dimensions laid flat: 23.5 x 40 cm, or about 47 cm circumference
Stretch: four-way (stated)
Stated properties: breathable, quick-drying, moisture-wicking, sun protection
Size: one size fits most adults, unisex
Patterns: 24 camouflage options, each illustrated in the drop-down menu
Frequently asked questions
Does it keep you warm in winter?Not really. It’s a thin mesh designed for breathability, not a fleece. It blocks the wind on your neck but won't replace a winter neck gaiter.
Can it be worn under a protective mask?Yes, it's very thin. However, when pulled up over the nose, it can push warm air toward your glasses and cause fogging: pull it down a notch if that happens.
Does it protect against BB impacts?No. It’s a thin fabric: it camouflages and absorbs sweat, it doesn't provide cushioning. Keep your lower face protection on if you use one.
How do I wash it?Machine wash at 30°C with the rest of your gear, then air dry. No tumble drying: the stretch mesh doesn't like heat.
How do I choose the pattern?Each number in the menu shows its own photo. The number is the manufacturer's reference, which is the definitive guide; the name in parentheses is our description of the pattern.