Buffalo Systems
Proudly made in Sheffield since 1979, Buffalo Systems crafts rugged outdoor clothing systems built to endure.
Last updated September 2, 2026
Overview
Buffalo Systems is an outdoor clothing brand founded by Hamish Hamilton, known for its Double P System (Pertex and pile) and products like the Mountain Shirt and O3 Jacket. The brand emphasizes rugged, uncomplicated gear for serious outdoor use, made in Sheffield.
History
Buffalo Systems was founded by Hamish Hamilton, who understood the wild and worked with serious outdoorsmen, soldiers, and mountain rescue teams. The brand started in a small workshop and became a trusted name among outdoor enthusiasts. Central to Buffalo Systems is the Double P System - Pertex and pile - a breakthrough pioneered by Hamish that redefined how people endured brutal conditions. Pertex was born in the late 1970s from a collaboration between Hamish Hamilton and Perseverance Mills.
Products and positioning
O3 Jacket
Lightweight, breathable jacket for spring/summer with Pertex Quantum shell and Teclite micro-pile lining.
Mountain Shirt
Iconic shirt, with a lightweight spring/summer version called Active Lite Shirt.
Flagship businesses
- Mountain Shirt
- O3 Jacket
- Active Lite Shirt
- Teclite Gilet
Sources
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