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What size of zipper used on some UL clothing? e.g. Montbell Tachyon wind shirt

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Don Burton BPL Member
PostedJan 20, 2017 at 1:26 pm

I’m getting ready make some wind pants and wanted to know what size zippers are commonly used on some UL clothing such as my Montbell Tachyon wind shirt. It’s smaller than #3 as far as I can tell. Where can I buy it? All the usual suspects (Ripstop by the roll, Quest, Dutchware…) don’t sell anything smaller than #3. Thanks

Roger Caffin BPL Member
PostedJan 20, 2017 at 8:02 pm

Tents, quilts, rainwear and clothing: #3 coil-coil (OWFINC and local)

Packs: #5 moulded teeth (local)

Cheers

nunatak BPL Member
PostedJan 20, 2017 at 8:20 pm

I like to deal with these guys for my low quantity zipper needs. Lots of options, $1 custom sizing, and fast.

Don’t think they have #2’s, though

Roger Caffin BPL Member
PostedJan 20, 2017 at 10:21 pm

My understanding is that #2 really only applies to ‘invisible zips’ meant for very light female clothing and underwear. (But I might be wrong.) They are not widely available.

Cheers

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