ElephantElmer OP t1_j5ilpd5 wrote on January 23, 2023 at 6:40 AM

Reply to comment by Radiant_Platypus6862 in Clothing brands that don’t use adhesive or glue? by ElephantElmer

Bingo! Heat seamed seals on clothing not made of natural fibers is the issue I’m dealing with. So you’re saying that’s done because there’s no other way?

More_Brick9643 t1_j5j6s4l wrote on January 23, 2023 at 11:26 AM

Sounds like your talking about waterproof jackets? Get an oil jacket if you want bifl.

ElephantElmer OP t1_j5k6f76 wrote on January 23, 2023 at 4:21 PM

Who makes good ones?

More_Brick9643 t1_j5l9pn8 wrote on January 23, 2023 at 8:27 PM

Filson, barbour, rm Williams...there are others

ElephantElmer OP t1_j5mgnl0 wrote on January 24, 2023 at 1:14 AM

Thanks!

Radiant_Platypus6862 t1_j5k9gwj wrote on January 23, 2023 at 4:41 PM

No, not necessarily. Generally speaking, you find heat-sealed seams on synthetic items meant to be worn as undergarments, base layers, or foundation garments to reduce bulk underneath other clothing. Honestly though, synthetic materials are really not ideal for BIFL. Natural fibers are significantly more durable, especially when you are taking care of them correctly.