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How To Tie a Shemagh (also known as Yashmag, Gutrah, Shmag and Keffiyeh)

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The shemagh (pronounced “schmog”) originated in the Middle East to protect the inhabitants from dust and sun. It typically measures around 42″ x 42″. Knowing how to tie a shemagh is a very useful bushcrafting skill.

man with a shemagh covering his face

The shemagh, or tactical scarf, has been adopted by military forces all over the world as a standard issue garment because of its sheer functionality. It’s an easy, convenient, and effortless way to protect yourself from weather conditions.

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That’s why so many people in the middle east are learning about how to tie a shemagh.

4 Ways to Tie a Shemagh

The everyday uses, and uses during a stressful situation, such as a natural disaster, would be invaluable. If any particulates remain in the air following:

  • An earthquake
  • A building collapse
  • A fire

And more, and you do not have a mask (I’d bet you won’t) you will have the face and head protection.
If you find yourself without adequate shelter in the cold, the shemagh could provide additional insulation.

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