Rothco Gen III Level 2 Balaclava

This thing is awesome! It provides instant warmth when worn and the grid fleece feels great against the skin. I use a rougher wool beanie over this and never feel it scratch through. It is pretty thick and works great with the rest of the ECWCS mid layer system. Seems durable and is loose enough that I can pull it down under my chin without too much constriction. Breathes well and the long neck traps the warm air from your torso and keeps the drafts out. Great price and great balaclava.

Excellent gear; warm and sturdy. Many a Vet swears by this and the waffle shirt to help stay warm! Keeps me warm and breathes quite well.

Got this for basic cold weather head coverage and it works fine for what it is. Quality seems solid, but it isn't seriously toasty or anything. I've been using it standalone and sometimes under my puffer jacket hood during spring/fall weather. Makes a decent layering piece but probably not warm enough as your only protection in real winter conditions. Material quality is good, nothing fancy but gets the job done. Perfect for those in-between days when a full winter hat is overkill but you still want some coverage. If you're looking for a heavy-duty cold weather balaclava, you might want something thicker, but for basic 3-season use, it works great.

Very warm and lightweight

This is built to last and with the waffle grid design on the inside, it will trap the air to stay warm

Very nice addition to have with you as a part of your ECWCS. I utilize the ECWCS from L1 (Poly base layer top and bottom warn next to skin itself), L2 (Thicker waffle Poly top and bottom), L3 (Arctic Microfleece), L4 (ECWCS GEN II Rain Parka). This Balaclava is made with the same material as the Level 2 midweight waffle polyestor. If it's below freezing temps, and it there is wind, this is great to wear. If you are in the field, and you are on post or set up in an observation post and not moving for hours at a time, your going to need some strategic layering to keep you warm. For the price, there is no reason not to have this in your clothing inventory.

The fit is good except for a small area on each side near my eyes. It tends to bulge slightly. Could be the way I tried it on. The look is like rip stop clothing. Kind of a waffle weave design. For me the neck area is long and stays tucked in well even when moving head up and down and side to side. I was also able to pull it down over my head and try it as a neck gaiter. It was a little snug but ok for me. Overall a good value for the price.

Soft, warm, good fit. Great for standing outside. I took it hunting in freezing weather and only had an orange cap on over it and felt great.

The face opening is bit small. I was still able to wear it with eyeglasses but had to put it on first and then put my glasses back on. It did fit though,and is perfect as a liner for a heavier mask,toque,or balaclava.

Arrived and fits