Rum Crook, SASS #55339 Posted February 20, 2023 Share Posted February 20, 2023 With warmer weather coming up I am looking to buy one of the Original Cooler Cowboy Shirts (Henley style). Have you tried one and did you like it, and if so, where did you buy it? I found a website for J. Hornady Dry Goods that claims they are the manufacturer of the Original Cooler Cowboy Shirt, and it is manufactured in North Carolina, and the website indicates it is located in North Carolina. But when I selected a shirt and put in my zip code to get an estimate on shipping, it showed 2 foreign locations as well as the correct US location. After I saw that, I went back to look at the "ABOUT" information for the site, and I got a msg to select the correct language to see the info. So, I am suspicious about the website, so would like to know where you may have purchased this type of shirt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larsen E. Pettifogger, SASS #32933 Posted February 20, 2023 Share Posted February 20, 2023 J. Hornady has been around for quite a while. I just Googled their site and it says not secure. Maybe they are having problems with hackers. To you question I live in the desert and it is often 110+ with very low humidity. I bought four of the shirts and to me (and I emphasize to ME) I do not like what feels like hot dry nylon on my skin. In extremely hot weather I prefer good old cotton. In climates with high humidity sweat may make them feel different. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Spade Mikey Wilson Posted February 20, 2023 Share Posted February 20, 2023 I live in the Northeast. Hot is in the 90's with humidity. I'll take a 100% cotton shirt in those conditions any day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eyesa Horg Posted February 20, 2023 Share Posted February 20, 2023 I bought one 12 years ago and it is holding up well. Works nice in New England weather. A little baggy and sleeves are a bit long. Had to return for a larger size when I originally ordered. Bigger was better than tight! I've heard that the sizing is better nowadays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snakebite Dust SASS 75484 Posted February 20, 2023 Share Posted February 20, 2023 I own several and like them a lot. I like that when its hot they dont hold the dampness and stick to my skin like cotton would. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original Lumpy Gritz Posted February 20, 2023 Share Posted February 20, 2023 Lived in the Mojave Desert for 28yrs, live in SGF, Missouri now. I'll stay with 100% cotton. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cypress Sun Posted February 20, 2023 Share Posted February 20, 2023 I'm in Florida. It may get hotter other places but it doesn't get much more hotter and more humid than here. I had one, gave it away. Just made me feel much hotter but that type of material always does for me. Give me cotton anytime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Badly Posted February 20, 2023 Share Posted February 20, 2023 I bought one last year. It had a somewhat stiff nylon feel but if there is a breeze it works great. The sleeves can be slid up and they stay up as the cuffs are elastic. I'm a big guy and a championship sweater if it's over 70. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tell Sackett SASS 18436 Posted February 20, 2023 Share Posted February 20, 2023 41 minutes ago, Cypress Sun said: I'm in Florida. It may get hotter other places but it doesn't get much more hotter and more humid than here. I had one, gave it away. Just made me feel much hotter but that type of material always does for me. Give me cotton anytime. I beg to differ!! The Texas gulf coast can match anywhere for heat & humidity! We live in a SAUNA most of the year!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cypress Sun Posted February 20, 2023 Share Posted February 20, 2023 16 minutes ago, Tell Sackett SASS 18436 said: I beg to differ!! The Texas gulf coast can match anywhere for heat & humidity! We live in a SAUNA most of the year!! No need to differ, it's about the same as Florida. Not pleasant at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie T Waite Posted February 20, 2023 Share Posted February 20, 2023 I own 3 of them - Guess I would say it depends on the weather & the person wearing them. Some people like them, some don't. I do agree that a bit larger is better when wearing them. I like mine but I also like my cotton shirts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rum Crook, SASS #55339 Posted February 21, 2023 Author Share Posted February 21, 2023 Thanks folks for all the info. I'm definitely in a hot and humid area. May just try to fine a light color, light weight cotton shirt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tell Sackett SASS 18436 Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 2 hours ago, Cypress Sun said: No need to differ, it's about the same as Florida. Not pleasant at all. I believe it!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Creek Jack Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 I own 4 of the Hornady shirts, love them. I live in Kansas where it is hot and humid and have found the material these shirts are made of wicks the sweat away and is way cooler than my cotton shirts, they are my go to shirts from June to august, ymmv. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sedalia Dave Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 I love mine. For them to work as advertised you need a slight breeze. Their advantage over cotton is they do not stick to you like cotton will at times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frontier Lone Rider Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 I thought they had stopped selling these shirts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snakebite Dust SASS 75484 Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 1 hour ago, Frontier Lone Rider said: I thought they had stopped selling these shirts? They started selling them again and have a limited inventory on their website. I say limited because the no longer have the ones with pockets available as a stock item. It can be special ordered though for a hiqher price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major BS Walker Regulator Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 I own about five, all with the pocket and button sleeves. I shoot with 2 people that completely hate them and six people that love them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckshot Bob Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 On 2/20/2023 at 12:53 PM, Eyesa Horg said: I bought one 12 years ago and it is holding up well. Works nice in New England weather. A little baggy and sleeves are a bit long. Had to return for a larger size when I originally ordered. Bigger was better than tight! I've heard that the sizing is better nowadays. So are these made out of the same fabric as the moisture wicking golf shirts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eyesa Horg Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 15 minutes ago, Buckshot Bob said: So are these made out of the same fabric as the moisture wicking golf shirts? No clue, I haven't chased a ball around a field in decades. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckshot Bob Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 12 minutes ago, Eyesa Horg said: No clue, I haven't chased a ball around a field in decades. I always liked the golf shirts. I remember it really changed the look of the pga tour on tv when they came out . On extremely hot days everyone went from a sweat stained mess to looking much more presentable. Moisture wicking underwear is also nice in the hot weather, keeps the boys happy. At work I always had to wear nomex . Which is great if you get lit on fire but it’s warm in the summer and cold in the winter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noah Mercy, SASS #29066 Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 I have lived in hot/humid (Florida Gulf Coast) and now live in hot/arid (Wyoming), and the best fabric I have found to keep cool is linen. Stick with unbleached or a very light color, and prepare to be amazed at how nice it is in the hot weather. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snakebite Dust SASS 75484 Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 1 hour ago, Buckshot Bob said: So are these made out of the same fabric as the moisture wicking golf shirts? Yep Good ol polyester Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheyenne Ranger, 48747L Posted February 22, 2023 Share Posted February 22, 2023 they are my go-to shirts for our 'beautiful' Texas Gulf Coast summers. don't stick to my skin and keeps me dry. do a good job in winter as one of the first layers I put on for our cold weather Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fargo Bill, SASS #4942 Posted February 23, 2023 Share Posted February 23, 2023 On 2/20/2023 at 12:45 PM, Larsen E. Pettifogger, SASS #32933 said: J. Hornady has been around for quite a while. I just Googled their site and it says not secure. Maybe they are having problems with hackers. To you question I live in the desert and it is often 110+ with very low humidity. I bought four of the shirts and to me (and I emphasize to ME) I do not like what feels like hot dry nylon on my skin. In extremely hot weather I prefer good old cotton. In climates with high humidity sweat may make them feel different. Hard to beat the old blue chambry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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