Instrument 0012023 is a long-sleeved wool overshirt. It’s designed for when you’re feeling cold-ish while biking, hiking, fishing, climbing, etc. but also works in slightly more formal environments.
It costs 220 €.
Loden from the Middle Ages
The material used for Instrument 0012023 is merino wool: a renewable, biodegradable, warm, soft and antibacterial material. It’s spun and woven into a fabric called loden, a traditional felted cloth that appeared in Europe during the Middle Ages and has been used for protection from the wind and rain by peasants and shepherds. It’s functional and we find it very pretty.
Details you should know about
The sleeves and shirt length are cut slightly longer than average to maintain coverage when your arms are extended. There’s reflective stitching on the bottom left-hand side, a chest pocket, hang loop and a spare button. Instrument 0012023 also works in casual settings and is released in a limited run of 100 shirts.
Everything sourced in Europe, almost
Dyeing the wool, spinning the yarn, weaving, cutting, sewing, the label, the buttons: everything was made in Europe by people who know what they’re doing. Everything, except for the merino wool itself, which was sheared near Geelong, Australia – we couldn’t find that extra-fine merino quality anywhere else.
Helpful friends
The custom checked pattern was designed with the help of Elisabeth Leersen, who also oversaw fabric production. Marie Mechid took care of the shirt’s design and production. They have been extra patient, supportive and professional.
Sizing in centimeters
Chest and waist are your body measurements, sleeve length is the garment’s actual dimension, measured from the shoulder seam to the wrist cuff.
| Size | S | M | L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chest | 89-94 | 94-99 | 99-104 |
| Waist | 74-79 | 79-84 | 84-89 |
| Sleeve | 64 | 65 | 66 |
Instruments is a collaborative platform indexing and releasing essential tools for outdoor activities. Through Instruments, we plan on releasing more objects and ideas, like trail food that’s not gel, a headlamp that can fit many devices, reusable ziplocs or a mountain spring restoration workshop. These aren’t quite firm commitments yet, but you get the idea. Follow for updates.