A heavy waffle-knit wool mid-layer
Wool earns its place as a mid-layer the hard way, by staying warm when conditions turn against it, and the Övik Waffle Knit is a heavy, textured take on that idea. The traceable wool wicks moisture away from your base layer and keeps insulating even when it is damp, so a sweaty climb does not leave you cold on the descent, and the heavy waffle structure traps plenty of warmth for its weight. Raglan sleeves keep it easy to move in under a shell, while ribbed trims at the neck, cuffs and hem hold their shape over a long life.
- Wicks moisture and insulates even when damp
- Heavy waffle knit
- Raglan sleeves
- Ribbed neck, cuffs and hem
- Leather logo on the sleeve
- Made from traceable wool
- Regular Fit
- Back length: 67 cm
- Weight: 624 g
- Weight reference: in size M
- 100% wool
- Contains non-textile elements of animal origin
| CM | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest | 95 | 101 | 107 | 114 |
| Waist | 82 | 88 | 96 | 104 |
| Seat | 94 | 100 | 106 | 113 |
| Arm length | 85 | 86 | 87 | 88 |
- Washing: hand wash
- Dry cleaning: do not dry clean
- Bleaching: do not bleach
- Drying: do not tumble dry
- Ironing: iron 1 dot - Max 110°C
- Do not use fabric softener
- Dry flat
- Reshape
- Use enzyme free detergent
- Sustainability through longevity - 2 year warranty with Fjällräven
When it comes to iconic Swedish exports, Fjällräven is right up there with IKEA and Volvo.* 'The Arctic Fox' has been in the outdoor gear game since the 60s, but the story really dates back to 1950, when founder Åke Nordin – then 14 years old – took his mum's treadle sewing machine down to the cellar and cobbled together his first rucksack.
Some of Fjällräven's products are instantly recognisable, including the Kånken backpack – originally designed for Swedish schoolkids in the 1970s – and their famous Greenland jacket, first released in 1968. But they also have a knack for combining vintage looks with modern materials and refinements. Products in their Vardag line, for example, were inspired by a deep dive into the brand's old catalogues – and feature the brand's 70s logo instead of the modern one.
Quintessentially Scandi, Fjällräven kit is built tough and dependable for people who live, work and play in the outdoors, day-in, day-out. You're as likely to see their popular Keb trousers on gamekeepers and foresters as you are on hikers and bushcrafters.
But this is a brand that does more than just gear. Åke Nordin was all about the shared experience of the outdoors, and since 2005, thousands of people every year have taken part in their Fjällräven Classic treks – which now operate in seven different countries from Sweden to Korea, including the UK.
*Our senior buyer says we need to mention Saab here too.