Dachstein Woolwear Extreme Warm 100% Austrian Boiled Wool Alpine Preformed Mittens

In my quest to find a better layering system for winter backpacking, I came across these mittens. The boiled wool and thick fibers really appealed to me so I decided to buy these. I plan to use thin Marino wool liner gloves under these and so I ordered one size up. The order arrived 2 weeks ahead of the scheduled delivery date and I was pleasently surprised to find a nice, hand written note from the seller.In terms of build, the preformed thumb is very comfortable, but slightly short for my thumb. Hopefully this will change over time, so it's an issue for me. There is thicker material along the knuckle line to keep the tops of your knuckles warm. The mittens are also long enough to fit under the cuff of a jacket, or over the sleeve of a long sleeve shirt.Overall, I'm very impressed and satisfied with this purchase. The only reason I'll dock stars in the future is if they don't hold up to my expectations this winter.

I purchased these as liners for leather mittens and they work great. The old wool liners I was using were getting worn, so decided to try these. They keep my hands warm and are comfortable. If I take the mitts off and my hands get cold they do not warm up, but I was expecting that.

Want some seriously heavy, dense wool mittens? Well, stop looking and buy these~! I have been searching for "Boiled wool mittens" for a long time, and if you don't know the term, Google it as it's good reading.These are not water-proof and do not claim to be, but they are wind-proof, and warm (wet or dry), and if you need them, buy a pair of good mitten covers to go over these, but if in snow and cold, these are fine alone.I got fast delivery from the vendor I bought from too.

These are the warmest mittens I have ever owned. The customer service is comparable to shopping at a local farmers market; the family that produces these just makes you feel like one of the family friends. People that are more sensitive to wool than others may want a thin liner to prevent itching or if you plan on using these in windy-alpine conditions you may want a nylon shell to slip over them. Overall these are amazing and are always in my truck or pack when traveling. -I have owned several thinsulate mittens and I feel like these are warmer.

I bought these to wear on cold, windy days when I engage in my daily walk. Just what I needed. Great quality.

This pair of wool mittens are warm and comfortable. They seem well made and have lasted all winter. One star off for in high wind the cold goes through some.

The good: quite warm. Looks like it will last for yearsThe not so good: a little scratchy and not impervious to strong winds

Everything was perfect: the item and vendor top notch!