For the knuckleheads with a tiktok attention span: the problem is the made in china product but its sold at a made in Sweden by blind nuns price.

Maybe I'm biased here because I'm Chinese, but not all Made In China items are the same quality (obviously), or cost. There are certain things made in China that have better quality than majority of counterparts made in Europe, because they were ordered with higher standards and cost a lot more to manufacture that your average Walmart crap.

Learned about this brand from an ol salty Brit Commando. Wore a set of their trousers on two 6+ month deployments. Held up in the desert, jungles, and alpine. Now as a civ I wear that same pair hiking, mountain biking, on SAR calls, and out for beers from time to time. No complaints here.

My $250 Fjallraven pants have lasted me 7 years wearing them 5 days a week. I'd buy them again even if they were made on the moon. I've actually saved money buying them.

Yes, they market to the fashion conscious Patagonia crowd, but Fjalleraven gear does hold up. The KZfaqr Foresty Forest routinely climbs 11,000ft + mountains in their gear and basically lives out of their pants. Not all their gear is overpriced or made in china. I just picked up a jacket by them for $157 (shipped) that says "Made in Vietnam" on the tag. I bought it because I wanted to try their G1000 wax-able fabric and I didn't want another ultra light DWR product that is so thin, it will disintegrate in one season. So far, the jacket has been great and I plan to repair/ maintain it when it gets snags/rips and waterproof it when necessary.

After my army wet weather top disintegrated after 20 years of civilian use I bought a cheap Frog Toggs top. It has served me well for what adventures I get into anymore during the warm weather months.👍.

I’m happy with my Fjallraven pants. I have a pair that’s lasted years. They’re built like a tank.

They're made with a different pricing scale than most other outerwear. The idea is that the wax you add strengthens the entire garment, making it last a long, long, long time. Longer than it ever would have otherwise. Think 50+ years. Then add another few coats of wax and maybe double that. So that's what you're paying for. Plus if you do everything right, it stays feeling like a light cotton jacket that whole time. Ready to wear on it's own or to act like a water resisting, wind blocking skin you can wrap around all the other layers you feel like wearing. Which is more rad than you might think. Modular is good. That all said, you CAN definitely dupe Fjällräven stuff on the cheap if you can find any of the old BDU/M-65 style surplus jackets hanging around. Anything with a PolyCotton mix. You snag their $10 bar of Greenland wax from any REI, steal the wife's hair dryer (or better yet spring for a heat gun) and you've got yourself a greenland parka right there. Mine is their old style M-65 Field Jacket style that I snagged on the cheap from Ebay for $40. Thing is absolutely bullet-proof.

i buy it on ebay used most of the time from poland, ukraine, etc... The pants are tanks , i backpack and am on the ground , making fires, wet, dry, everything they never fail. I put a small hole in one pair (myfault slipped with knife) and they are ripstop, has not grown. Also love my trapper hat of theirs. I also have a sarek winter jacket that is fantastic for elk hunting and winter activities. Awesome products for me, no problems even with used gear. Built very well in my opinion, I care not country of origin if it holds up to what its supposed to.

Several Jackets and trousers, they are top quality and been bullet proof and have withstood the test of time. Wouldn't recommend everything in their range, you have to judge each item separately, some stuff is for the hipster label guy/girl and not built to last. Yeah it can be expensive stuff but in my 50 years of buying good quality outdoor kit, you get what you pay for.

fjallravens very own mission statement is not ultimate wind and wet weather protection their companies niche is moderately protective eco friendly gear. They figure that rather than having DWR's that are horrible for the environment(while being very protective) arent worth the added protection over something that is moderately water proof and can be waxed as needed.

As a new construction HVAC guy and an avid steelhead and salmon fisherman I use frogtoggs for rain gear. It's probably not the best for year's of abuse, but it does work well for what I use it for. Be sure to test the zipper before purchasing though.

Here in Europe plenty of „bushcraft experts” are sponsored by this company. Expensive chinesium!

This review is too bad to be on Yt. Fjallraven has been selling top products for decades, yes they are pricey but they last a lifetime. And G1000 is water-repellent and not waterproof, this is common knowledge. So stop bashing Fjallraven if you can't afford it!

Well, whatever the country of manufacture of a product says on the label, it does not necessarily indicate quality or non-quality. In reality, it does not matter where something is produced, whether it is produced in America, China, Europe, New Guinea, Madagascar...etc. If the best possible materials available at that moment were used for the production of something and strict control was implemented throughout the entire production process of the same , the final product must be of high quality. Many companies in their infancy and development produced extreme quality, that's how you get the consumer. When they grew so much, that is, their logos became famous and used to be synonymous with absolute quality. When the mass craze for their products starts to rule, then they can relax. And they use the excessive demand for their products to earn as much as possible, additional savings on the process of control and production. To allow themselves to relax in terms of quality, because they know human psychology. That people will be attracted by the former quality and even now by the famous logo, people will buy no matter what the price is.

I've been using snugpak and craghoppers gear for longer than i care to think about and a lot of their products are now made in China, prices haven't fallen but haven't shot up too much either and the quality is okay, i have more issues with Merrell footwear fitting than anything else lol why i switched to an Italian boot and shoe maker called Grisport, they fit my anglo scandi feet great.

I had this Gore-Tex lined windbreaker that I swore by in the late 90's and early 2000's. It was a holdover piece from my university athletic uniform, and it kept going until it finally wasn't waterproof anymore. These days my go to medium jackets (for any Autumn/Winter conditions at 10°F or above with minimal wind chill) are either a thick Carhartt hoodie, a Dickies duck cloth coat or a military surplus fleece jacket with the Belgian "puzzle" pattern on it. All of them were cheap.

Fallraven gear has always held up for years for me. Hiking and using it outdoors up in northern alberta.

I get what you’re saying about paying for a brand etc, but their carryon bag has held up for me for five years. Whenever their stuff is made, it’s higher quality and I get my money worth.

what store?

been happy with surplus british stuff, especially their boots

The best for BUSCHCRAFT is the Scottish company HILLTREK! Made in Scotland! And the best organic materials!

Products made in China, Vietnam, Italy, Portugal etc. the stuff is quality. And frankly that ain’t very expensive.

I totally agree. It's the worst kind of pricing. I prefer Carinthia stuff, made in Europe, or Arktis, made in the UK, it's battle tested and it's even cheaper than that !

You can knock China all you want, but Patagonia manufactures in China. Arcteryx does. Almost all major outdoor brands do. So does Apple. All of these brands are known for high-quality products, because where you make something does not really matter as long as you pay attention to quality control. I have a pair of Fjällräven trousers that I have used for hiking and hill walking in various countries and climates, have climbed in, have bouldered in hundreds of times. They are going on ten years and are in excellent shape. Can you guess where they were made?

Military surplus goretex the way to go for waterproof jackets as far as bang for your buck performance goes

Ive been wearing a waxed G1000 m-65 jacket by Fjallraven for 2 years and it's been badass. As a rock hound and offtrail hiker I've abused the shit out of it and it's still chugging along.

Sold out, as so many companies do these days. Corporate greed.

Wow. I have a jacket, among other stuff, like that and it is over 8 years old. Not a problem whatsoever. It's not expensive if it gets the job done for many years, is easily repairable and could be made into another product if damaged too much. Did not expect this video to be honest haha

I still have my old woodland camo field jacket. It works. Even my grandson likes to borrow it occasional.

Wow. At that price, it's getting close to Berry Compliant gear.

The pants are really good though and I recommend them, Even though I bought mine at a discount :)

Get it on sale! Regular price is not good lol, but their products have done phenomenally for me. They work pretty well in barbed wire.

Their vidda pro pants are wicked nice... why are you buying brand new layers without checking ebay for mint quality gear at half their price tag... the fjallraven pants and jackets i have were all 60$ a pair. I dont even buy berry complaint gear brand new...

China is super good at materials production, but fall raven pulling something like this is hella scammy at that price

Main problem would be, that most of Fjällräven is not waterproof until you wax it.

I buy this stuff second hand and it's still top notch. If it holds up, who cares where it's made? Still a family owned company out of Sweden... most other bigger brands these days owned by Chinese consortiums or private equity funds.

You should look into the brand Paramo. In Great Britain anyone who is serious has one. I have goretex too but it will just cook you from the inside if you run hot.

Most designer/top brands manufacturer in china/far east. That doesn't mean bad quality. Depends allot on quality control.

I think this guy has a point. But it's important to know that the brand makes some quality, long-lasting products as well as flimsy stuff.

Several brands I won't even look at, even on sale.

I had a very expensive Fjallraven anorak which I sold after a while. It was light on really useful features. For less money than the anorak I bought two Helikon-tex Pilgrim smocks and two pairs of their Pilgrim pants. They are packed with useful outdoor features and are bomb-proof.

I do love their G-1000 pants, but thats about it. Sadly still made in China. Same with Arc'teryx. Why can't these companies not be greedy and just make stuff in house? What a shame.

After looking at G1000s, I don't understand the hype. You can wear any decently made pants for years, depending on what you do. For hard use like construction or farming, these aren't going to last any more than any other lighter cotton/polyester blend pants. I also think these stand out a bit too much and the cut is too "tight". Personally I just got a set of cotton/spandex Carhartt work pants. They look like any other work pants and don't make a statement, flex well, are comfortable and I'll be able to sit around a pine wood fire without having to worry about holes melting in my pants. Even better, they breathe more than the poly blend and are 1/6 the price with have features the G1000s don't have, like double canvas reinforced packets. If you are looking for options, consider any good pair of standard work pants. You can't go wrong.

With their repair policy and quiality of the products I`d rather pay premium

I mean it's hard to get a packable rain jacket for less than $200. That's how much my Mountain Hardware one cost, same as Black Diamond, Outdoor Research, Patagonia, Arc'teryx or any other company that makes hiking gear.

My guess is Fajallraven is the equivlant to Sitka in the granola crunchers world.

Oh, it doesn't "feel" waterproof? Well that is all the documentation i need...🤨 And what the hell does the country of production have to do with anything!?

Big no-go right there hahaha, funny enough I see all the Chinese foreign students at the local big University walking around with Fjallraven branded stuff, probably 20 bucks tops at their local "fell of the back of the truck" fleamarkets in Chayna 🤣

I have a winter parka from them. 10 years old, still as new. My all time favorite jacket. But definitely made in sweden

Bro you’re talking to a dude who wears military surplus cheapo shit like I’m gonna spend money on bullshit regardless of where it made

If you’ve never worn it or tested it, hard to know if it’s worth it. The made is China is a bit damning but definitely not enough information to say Walmart has the same products (I assure you they don’t).

Wearing this shii right now while smoking a joint...😂

Those type of businesses are what is wrong with the world… unethical

I have had a lot of them. Two pants barents pro, black and olive drab. 6+years, still nothing wrong with it. I only have those... Rotate them every few days... I have a tshirt... 3+ years... Still like new... 2shorts. Still like new after 4years...

Its good stuff but defo overpriced. It will last a long time though

Randall, you are absolutely correct? I have expensive out door gear including fleeces. But I purchased two fleeces from Wally World, aka chynah-mart, for $8 each. That was 18 years ago and Im still wearing it while farming, and around everyday.

Their gear is absolutely solid. Sure, you spend $200-$300 on some items, but in the end, you save more money buying one pair of trousers than the 5 you would go through in the amount of time it would take for them to break down.

Made in China?

Greetings from Northern Ireland, it's army surplus for me every time, inexpensive and durable.

My backpack lasted me since 89

I fine with paying premium prices for premium products. Fjallraven uses the environmentalist angle to sell inferior products at premium prices.

He’s right I’ve had a pair of 20 being hiking pants from Walmart that look like some Patagonia or khul type pants and they are still epic.

For people that cannot afford it totally I get it but the quality is good if you have the bankroll. judging by the language of the video the poster comes off as in a lower income bracket so the lack of understanding is fair because he’s not the target audience anyways 😅

Most Berry Compliant clothing and goods cannot be purchased by the general public. And most "Made in USA" products are made with imported components, fabrics, etc. For those of us who care about how and where something is made, it's far more difficult (than it should be) to spend our money where and how we would like.

Old fjällräven was great, made in the 90's or older. The stuff they make now is hipster shit , way to expenisive and crappy fabrics.

Been running Fjallraven for hunting and everyday work. Never had a problem and if I do their warranty claim is top tier, for life. You don't get unlimited repairs with walmart unless you do the work yourself. Lastly, most outdoor companies use factories in Romania, Taiwan, Thailand and China that actually pay their employees well for the quality of work they do. No safety nets around these buildings for suic1d@l employees.

Fjallraven made in Sweden, Portugal or.....China are all great kwality!!! Is Fjallraven❤ I own several G1000 pants and jackets for more than 18 years, never bad stuff.

Made in China product, at a hand crafted by blind nuns in Sweden price? No thanks

Did you tried it out calling "china quality"? I tried, have many things from patagonia & fjallraven both simillar lvl of quality and pricing. Cheaper things like for example northface or jackwolfskin - had much worst quality, worn or broke up really quick. I tried also arcteryx or cortazu

I already got burned with their Abisko tarp for $100....a respected reviewer glowed over it in their initial look, I jumped the gun and bought it because it was the last one in stock. And of course when the reviewer did the test episode the thing leaked. It has no taped seams, supposedly the thread swells when wet and prevents leaking. Just bs though. It's just an expensive wind block until I can seam seal the heII out of it.

China makes Apple products that are high end...it all comes to quality control, and from the Fjallraven products I own I cannot complain about the quality. Lots of people slam Apple about the Apple tax, but one cannot deny that their product just works, while non-Apple products have their struggles. The only thing that I struggle with can be the sizing with Fjallraven, it has its challenges, but never had exchange issues

As one who has always had to and actually prefers to operate on the lower end of the budget scale this brand has always been farrrrrrr out of my reach I’ll say this, it looks cool. And they may be good but there others just as good and or better in my opinion and cost waaaaay less.

I would have liked to post an exception - the JERVEN FJELLDUKEN Exclusive. Yet it is not Fjällräven.

Made in China doesn't always mean garbage.

This guy clearly haven't worn much FR gear

I've been buying there trousers for ages. and they last for ages. The only time I had to stop wearing some was after I had put on weight. I've decided to bite the bullet and just purchased a smock no 1. Yes it was very expensive, but it's very robust. I expect it to last longer than me to be honest. It was made in Portugal not China. Incedentally, some chinees products are very good. look at DJI for example.

Couple of fair observations, FWIW. Many major manufacturers have contracts over in China (some that aren't so visible, open or obvious about it, for that matter); it's all about design (first and foremost) and contract SLA for the actual manufacturing quality and specs. Reality is being "Made in China" is what being "Made in Japan"was back in the 70's (selectively, give or take) -- and nobody questions the durability, quality or longevity of my 2018 Toyota 4R in 2024. Fjallraven is an eco focused company. I'm frankly less concerned about this as many others (climate change ... blah, blah, blah) but this does drive a degree of innovation and reduction in PFC components that are ostensibly proven to be less than stellar for one's health. YMMV. To that point, I trekked the Scottish highlands a half a decade ago (for a couple of weeks) and sported a Fjallraven eco-shell that was a daily tank. Biggest standout was (apart from the shell functionality) how remarkably quiet it was compared to Gore-Tex. Still looks and wears like new today (2024). Amazing shell. Finally, the value quotient for Fjallraven is, IMO, not there when you pay full price. You gotta get their stuff off-season (the majority of my finds) and/or heavily discounted for a killer ROI. Again, YMMV and to each his/her own.

Fjallraven doesn't use PFCs

Their vidda ventilated pants are pretty cool. Otherwise everything else is expensive and comparable to shit half its price

If it doesnt have crayon stains in the pockets and a nsn number on the tag its not gonna be anywhere near me

Fair point 😂😂😂😂 I only own a fleece and this was gift. Both Patagonia and Fjallraven are all eco hippy and have some nice stuff, but with nice stuff I don’t mean material but more cord or zipper placement. Having said that they heavily over charge and it is possible to have someone sew stuff for you to spec for a little more. For my day trips working on a fleece version of the m44 field jacket but with back pack shoulder protection. Basically Monty style, nice pockets but modern materials.

I got myself, after a lot of 'research', a Solo Stove Campfire. It was the time, when they did crowdfunding, so they made a video showing 'their' machines, stating they had the money for the necessary machines together so one could order now...... I, dumb as I am, thought some real US heavy duty quality might be worth having a go on it - and who wouldn't give a try on some US made stuff, produced by skilled, very hard working American professionals. When the parcel arrived and I opened it I was greeted by a little chit indicating: MADE IN CHINA

Varusteleka Sarma is the Fjallraven killer for 1/3 price.

being English i appreciate your use of appropriate bad language 😆👍

Lol. NFWay. Yup. It’s either surplus or regular clothing for me. Gucci gear is a no go.

I just buy norwegian army surplus shit. Fjellraven's pants CAN be nice, but I just stick to the cheaper and more reliable Helly Hansen stuff our military gets.

Thanks for making this, so I can write off yet another "gucci" brand while staying warm with milsurp.

Yes if it was actually made in Sweden it would probably work and be worth it -.-

Best review yet! They can go wax themselves 🤣 There are so many options out there that ain’t made in f…ing China.

The gear has never let me down after many years of use... You can't just knock it because it's made in China... That's just nonsense...

Dude..... I think that's the way of most pricy shit. Cheers!

Right TruSpec 24/7 Expedition Pants Blows FartRaven Away My OD Green pair is going on it's 4th year of Camping, Hiking, Deer Hunting 👍

ripoff goods at ripoff prices

As much as I feel it’s overpriced in comparison to many other designer stuff it’s actually good quality for the money hilariously Pinewood is similar but much better value for money

The pants and shirts i have from them are great

"not even that waterproof feeling"... you can feel that with your hands?

I remember looking up those pants seeing $350 gtfo 😂

ayup ill continue buying surplus for 20-30 bucks a piece

OH DAMN!!!!!!!!!!! DID NOT KNOW MADE IN CHINA LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AND THE "YOU'VE GOTTA BE KIDDING HOW MUCH"