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The wool material of this base layer is praised for its warmth, comfort, and performance during outdoor activities. Many customers find it to be a versatile piece that can be worn as a standalone or layering item. However, some taller customers report issues with the fit, noting the shirt runs short in the body and sleeves. There are also a few comments about quality concerns, such as pilling after limited use.
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December 28, 2025
Quarter zip merino wool top
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'11"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Running or Fitness
Comfortable, warm and very stylish . I am very impressed by the workmanship .
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November 20, 2025
Durability
Not what it used to be. Very early wear and pilling.
At current $120 pricing..would expect a lot more.
Been buying LL Bean since 1970.
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November 24, 2025
By LLBean Customer Service Team
We're sorry to hear that this top didn’t meet your expectations. We stand behind our products and encourage you to return products that are not satisfactory. A member of our Customer Service Team will be reaching out to you to assist.
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November 12, 2025
Great Product! Too Short For Longer Torsos
Weight: 340-350 lbs
Height: 6'5" and up
Size Purchased: XX-Large
Used for: Casual or Every Day, Fishing, Camping, Hiking
This is a great base layer; however, if you are 6'5" or 6'6" with a 32-inch inseam and carry most of your height in your torso, make sure to size up or consider a different option.
Oxford, MS
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May 16, 2025
Perfect base-layer and multi-use shirt.
Weight: 190-200 lbs
Height: 5'8"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Used for: Travel
So comfortable! Currently wearing it as a base layer for various outdoor excursions on an Alaskan cruise. Not only that, but occasionally wore it as a comfortable shirt on the ship
South Central PA
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May 14, 2025
Love this shirt.
Weight: 130-140 lbs
Height: 5'7"
Size Purchased: Small
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Paddling, Fishing, Camping, Hiking
Wore this a few times since I purchased in April and love it. On some cool 45 to 50 degree morning walks I wore this under my light top shirt and I was wonderfully warm, but not o
Milford, NJ
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March 16, 2025
Toasty And Cozy
Weight: 210-220 lbs
Height: 5'11"
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Running or Fitness
Warm and breathable. Comfortable against the skin. Size is a liitle off. Long sleaves but tight in chest neck and shoulders. Washed up great in cold water but dry flat for best sh
MINNESOTA
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March 6, 2025
Great gift!
My sons lived these tops. Perfect fit ,warm ,handsome look, and comfortable.
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February 21, 2025
Very warm
Weight: 200-210 lbs
Height: 5'10"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Used for: Travel
At 10 below zero, I was looking for a way to take my sweater off under the parka.
Texas
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February 17, 2025
new favorite shirt
Weight: 260-270 lbs
Height: 6'2"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Got this for husband and it instantly became his favorite shirt. It's a perfect weight to be a base layer in cold weather, cozy, soft, beautiful color (heathery tan/brown color). T
DC
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February 12, 2025
Love it-great quality 100% wool, cosy orange color
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'6"
Size Purchased: Small
Used for: Relaxing, Running or Fitness, Cross-Country Skiing, Camping, Hiking
This is my second purchase as I'm wearing my first one so much. Great quality, matches any of the European wool-brand tops that I've owned for over a decade. The men's small size i
NH
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January 26, 2025
Love the style, not the fit
Weight: 230-240 lbs
Height: 5'9"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Used for: Relaxing
way to short in the body. Returning for a tall version. Hopefully a better fit. As purchased, woulodn’t stay tucked with least movement. Even used their sizing model. Nope!
Denver
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January 23, 2025
Best of the best
Weight: 230-240 lbs
Height: 6'3"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Used for: Hiking
I never review anything but this line by ll bean is so amazing. The top is cut really well, thin, soft and so effortlessly warm. You can tell it was made with care. A staple on sup
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January 20, 2025
Super happy with this shirt
Weight: 230-240 lbs
Height: 6'2"
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Camping
Exactly what I was looking for! I like the front zip. Looking to get clothes made from 100% same thread
Colorado
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January 17, 2025
Wool base layer
Weight: 160-170 lbs
Height: 5'7"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Travel, Cycling, Downhill Skiing
I really like wool base layer, it’s lightweight and always seems to be the correct weight.
Oregon
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January 6, 2025
Warm base layer.
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'5"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Travel, Cycling, Relaxing, Running or Fitness, Hiking
Good for cold days’. Gave it a 4 cause the neck. Is for people with pencil neck.
NC
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January 4, 2025
Great base layer for cold Colorado
Weight: 170-180 lbs
Height: 6'1"
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Hunting, Hiking
Perfect fit, great quality, quick shipping. Came just in time for the upcoming storm
Colorado
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January 3, 2025
Hunters Dream
My husband and son in law loved the top! Both are outdoors men,it will keep them warm!
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December 27, 2024
Not what I expected
Weight: 170-180 lbs
Height: 5'11"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Casual or Every Day, Running or Fitness, Hiking
Just wondering why the zipper is not a 1/4 zip. It is very long. Not really what I expected, although it is a nice garment.
Greensboro, NC
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December 22, 2024
great item
Soft warm. Nice mid weight heft. High quality construction
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December 20, 2024
Best pullover I have...
Weight: 160-170 lbs
Height: 5'8"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Relaxing, Hunting, Casual or Every Day, Hiking
I live in Boston. Wear this everyday during colder weather (I own 5... and counting). Super comfortable and warm.
Boston, MA
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