Oregon Waipoua Chainsaw Trousers Type C

Oregon Waipoua Chainsaw trousers with Type C protection. The WAIPOUA forest is located in the North of New Zealand. It does provide a habitat for a rare flora and fauna including famous kauri trees. Slow growing kauri trees can reach 60 metres high and have a trunk five metres in diameter. Some are 2,000 years old. They must be preserved.The protection of WAIPOUA forest has been a struggle since late 19th century. Despite its proclamation as forest sanctuary in July 1952, 1/5 of WAIPOUA forest was felled until year 1972 when it actually stopped. OREGON® promotes sustainable forest management.

• 6-layer protective material
• Type C Protection
• Innovative 4-way mechanical stretch
• polyester fabric:
• Water repellent
• Highly durable - tear and scratch resistant
• Fuel, oil & heat resistant
• Cool & highly breathable
• Ultra-lightweight and comfortable
• Armortex® Kevlar® patch in rubbing,wearing & snatching areas (knees, bottom of legs & chainsaw contact area)
• Water repellent 4-way mechanical stretch fabric (100% Polyester)
• Conforms to EN 381-5 Class 1 (20 m/s)
• Velcro closure between protective material and outer fabric- easy access for repairs.

Price £146.00 Ex Vat