Patent ID: 8256024

Claim:
A long-sleeve upper-body cold-weather garment, comprising: a torso portion consisting of a first material selected to provide moisture management having a first weight per unit area and a first breathability rating; and two sleeves attached to and extending from opposite edges of the torso portion, the two sleeves consisting of a second material having a second weight per unit area greater than the first weight per unit area and a second breathability rating lower than the first breathability rating; wherein the second material: (i) is a multi-layer, water-resistant composite fabric comprising a first layer consisting of a woven or knitted face fabric, the first layer comprising the outer surface resistant to abrasion and having a camouflage pattern, a second layer consisting of a single-side knitted fleece fabric and a third layer between the first and second layers, the third layer consisting of a water-resistant membrane comprised of polyurethane or polytetrafluoroethylene; and (ii) is flame resistant.