Black / Blue Shemagh Desert Scarf

Rothco Cotton Shemagh

A shemagh is a large square of woven cloth that people across the Middle East have worn for generations as a guard against sun, wind and blowing sand. This Rothco version is cotton, woven in black on a light blue base, and it works as a head wrap, face cover or neck scarf. Soldiers, hikers, shooters and overlanders keep one in a pack because a single piece of fabric covers several jobs.

Features

• Cotton Construction — The cotton weave breathes in heat and stays soft against the face and neck.
• Black On Blue Pattern — The traditional interlocking shemagh pattern is woven in black over a light blue ground.
• Woven Border Bands — Plain striped bands run across the ends and frame the patterned field.
• Knotted Fringe Ends — Tied tassels finish the edges and give the scarf its classic look.
• Head And Face Wrap — Wrap it over the head and across the nose and mouth to keep out dust, sand and wind.
• Neck Scarf Or Sun Cover — Worn loose around the neck, it shields skin from sun and adds a light layer when the temperature drops.
• Packs Small — Folded or rolled, the scarf tucks into a pack pocket or cargo pocket until you need it.
• Rothco Made — Rothco is a long-running maker of military-style clothing and field gear.

Material And Wear

Cotton is the traditional fabric for a shemagh because it lets air through and absorbs sweat, which keeps you cooler under the sun than a synthetic wrap would. The weave is loose enough to breathe through when pulled over the face. The black and blue colorway suits anyone who wants the practical cover of a shemagh without the usual desert tan or olive.