This is the gentlemen’s vest made from 100% merino wool that has been treated to allow machine washing and tumble drying, available only from Hammacher Schlemmer. Considered one of the softest natural fibers in the world, merino naturally wicks away moisture and creates a body warmth barrier against the cold, making this vest ideal for retrieving the morning paper or an evening’s walk. The wool is treated prior to the spinning process with an oxidative pre-treatment followed by a special polymer that swells during washing to mask the scale edges of the wool’s fibers, preventing them from felting—the result of washing commonly available wool garments. Withstanding multiple washes without fading or shrinkage yet retaining its “as new” appearance, this vest’s merino is made from extra-fine, 70-micron count fibers into a soft, two-ply wool yarn that provides a luxurious hand. With a zippered front and two slash pockets. Brown. Men’s sizes L (44-46) and XL (48). (1 lb.)