Choosing The Right Ghillie Suit For Your Next Hunt

Choosing The Right Ghillie Suit
A ghillie suit is a form of personal camouflage, one in which I believe is superior to all. The ghillie suit's history begins during the 19th century in Scotland, where it was used to capture poachers and better count livestock.The first known unit to use ghillie suits were the British Lovat Scouts' Snipers, who came across the suits in Scotland. Today they have many uses one of which is for personal use by many sportsman. They are a very effective form of personal camouflage.
Why are they effective? A ghillie suit is 3 dimensional, which is far superior to camouflage print material. The 3 dimensional suit creates textures and shadows which help break up the human form. One of the biggest disadvantages of hunting is the keen sense of vision and ability of wildlife to recognize their predators form and shape. We of course being a predator. A ghillie should add a sense of depth to the otherwise 2 dimensional human outline. Printed camouflage patterns on traditional and digital garments cast very little shadows of their own. They often contain large dark spots which are intended to mimic these shadows. Thats fine for long range or close range, but rarely works for both. The ghillie suit works extremely well at both close range and farther distances which is very important for your camouflage to be truly effective.
What to look for in a Ghillie Suit? First of all it should be gefortable. If you start off in a suit that is to heavy or hot you probably wont have a very productive hunt. Remember, the ghillie is an aid, and there are still very important things to consider like movement, sound, etc. Can you walk quietly or sit still if you are wearing alot of extra weight or dying of heat stroke? Look for one that is water resistant, even morning dew can weigh you down. Next, I think you should consider color. You will want to choose a suit that best fits into your enviroment. Wearing a woodland suit on a desert wont be very effective. It is also important to buy a suit that you can add natural vegetation and brush from your surrounding area. Find one that can be easily modified to adapt to your surroundings. Ok, this may sound lame but look for a ghillie that can be washed. If your ghillie isn't hand washable please dont invite me on your next hunting trip. Fire retardant, mildew resistant, scentless, are also important things to remember for a safe hunting adventure.
I don't think anything beats a ghillie suit when it gees to texture, shadows and form disruption. The ghillie suit is three dimensional and does all three very well. When used along with all the basic hunting skills you have aquired ( no, you can't run thru the woods singing and not be seen) the ghillie can be a very effective tool to take along on your next hunting trip.
Ghillie Suits gee in the long jacket style, which goes to your feet. Or as seperate pants and jacket. Both styles are effective and are a matter of choice. Choose the one you think you'll be the most mobileand most of all gefortable in. Best of Luck on your next hunt!
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