As temperatures take a dive layering becomes crucial. Enter FirstSpear’s ACM400 Merino Wool line. The FirstSpear Lightweight Vest (LWV) is low bulk, high warmth garment. Additional features include the quarter-zip closure in the front. Along with the external and hidden internal chest pockets which are lined with a lightweight comfort mesh. In the back, there is a hem scoop into a tailcoat style to cover your waistband when active or bending over. The LWV is designed with a closer fit to take advantage of the natural stretch feature of FS400 and be comfortable under a shell or additional layer.

What makes this merino package so unique is that it is a bi-ply material, not a blend. Using a super-fine polyester on the interior and merino wool layer on the exterior, this material combo does some very incredible things. When the user sweats or gets wet the poly layer will quickly wick away moisture from the body and transfer it to the absorbent wool layer. Once the moisture permeates into the wool layer it allows the poly to dry very quickly which helps avoid the typical stink you find with other synthetic layers, additionally wool is naturally antimicrobial which makes it incredibly difficult for the garment to produce bacteria that causes odors in all synthetic base layers. Furthermore, once the moisture is absorbed into the wool layer it will keep the user insulated and warm even when wet.

Another garment in the ACM400 lineup to consider is the Mid Shirt. The Mid Shirt is durable and ultra-soft with a 2/3 length front zipper that allows extra ventilation when you really warm up. The high collar keeps your neck covered and is great for when you are working with a sling.

“Excellent mid layer, insanely comfortable. I’ve been a cotton thermal guy for decades, saving the expensive wool layers only for those coldest hunts/trips. This ACM MID 400 though, has now changed all that. The ability of this shirt to wick sweat/moisture from the body to keep that chill away is awesome. Sizing is accurate and the extra length to stay tucked in is welcomed on this 6’2″ frame. The 2/3 zip allows you to regulate venting and is stellar at keeping wind chill at bay combined with one of the neckie’s. Quit reading reviews, invest in your base layer and thank First-Spear later.” — Online Reviewer

The Mid Shirt and LWV are Berry Compliant (100% American Made with 100% American Materials) and are available in Black, Charcoal, Commando, Manatee Grey and Sand. The composition and fabrication of the FS ACM 400 is exclusive to First Spear!

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Completely made in America with U.S. sourced materials, the FirstSpear Centurion pants are made to be a workhorse. The Centurion pants are made from nylon ripstop comb cotton material, these pants will withstand long hours on the range, but are casual enough to wear out on the town. Additionally, they feature nano-glide stretch mesh pockets with breathable materials, these pockets are extra deep, the mesh material is smooth and comfortable against your leg.

The integrated low-profile belt system uses a customized BioThane webbing and jam lock buckle, for a secure fit. Diamond pattern crotch for extreme mobility and all day long comfort with enhanced patterning through the thighs and calves. Standard with every Centurion pant is a removable padded insert for each hip to provide comfort when wearing a gun belt and molded holster. These inserts are held in place with the same low volume Nano-Glide stretch mesh as the front pockets.

“No complaints about these whatsoever. Fit is spot on, the relaxed cut allows for freedom of movement. Although other reviewers felt there is too much material around the ankle, I actually appreciate that these pants do not taper, which seems to be the fad currently. If you wear a 14 like I do, you’ll appreciate that the cuff can fit over a good-sized boot. Material feels quality, stitching is perfect–I’d put it up against anything the other top manufacturers are putting out.”
— CMB online review

The belt loops have been spaced to accommodate outside-the-waistband holsters. The side bridge pockets are constructed of 520 stretch fabric that will easily fit folding knives, common pistol magazines and other small tools or a flashlight.

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