size?? is it squared or rectangular?

I bought two of the Grey shemaghs. They're both 42" x 40," so they're actually slightly rectangular. But both look square. I've worn both to the shooting range over a dozen times, and I've washed them after each trip. They're definitely colorfast, in accordance with the textile industry's definition of colorfastness. In other words, the colors have faded as expected, but ever so slightly. As far as shrinkage is concerned, I've found over the years that not many people know that 100% cotton fabrics, by nature, shrink, expecially if they're dried in mechanical dryers. I've been washing my shemaghs in cold water with regular detergent (Tide Ultra for HE washers), and then air drying them. I've therefore kept the shrinkage to about 1% to 3%, which is normal for 100% cotton. Oh, by the way, I used to be in the textile and textile machinery industry.

Has anyone purchased the purple? Curious as to how accurate the color pictured is. I would like a darker shade personally.

The image is 100% accurate. The purple shemagh is lavender in color.

Where are these made?

If I am not mistaken it is Pakistan. Just used one in a blizzard. Still like it more than the heavier ones I own.

I washed/dried it and a lot of the black thread broke, now there are fairly big broken patches and one extra "tassel" is that supposed to happen?

I don't think so. I washed two of these things that I had purchased, but when I took them out of the washing machine, I laid them out across my bed to dry......I was afraid to put them in the dryer because of how thin they felt. But washing them in the machine didn't cause any type of damage to mine.

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🧢 Gear up smart, look sharp, stay ready.

BLEND IN OR STAND OUT - Choose from over a dozen colors to match your tactical gear or elevate your street style.
SURVIVAL READY ESSENTIAL - Lightweight and multifunctional, perfect for bug-out bags and 72-hour kits.
ONE SCARF ENDLESS STYLES - Wear it as a neck cover, headwrap, sling, or even a makeshift pouch—adapt on the fly.
TACTICAL COMFORT ALL DAY - Breathable cotton fabric keeps you cool and protected under the harshest sun.
GENEROUS COVERAGE MAXIMUM VERSATILITY - A full 42" square offers ample styling and protection for any environment.

The ROTHCO Men's Lightweight Shemagh is a 100% cotton tactical scarf measuring 42" x 42", designed for breathable comfort and versatile wear. Available in over a dozen colors, it serves as a multifunctional accessory for sun protection, survival uses, and stylish layering—making it a must-have for outdoor enthusiasts and tactical professionals alike.

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ASIN	B002UF9CDY
ASIN	B018MU9ZAA
Age Range Description	Adult
Apparel Fabric Stretch	No Stretch
Apparel Fabric Weight Class	Lightweight
Best Sellers Rank	#122,564 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry ( See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry ) #46 in Men's Military Accessories
Brand Name	Rothco
Collection Name	All
Color	Olive Drab
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,567)
Date First Available	October 10, 2009
Department	mens
Fabric Type	100% Cotton
Garment Size Country	United States
Global Trade Identification Number	00613902453708
Import Designation	Imported
Item Dimensions L x W	42"L x 42"W
Item Type Name	Cold Weather Scarf
Item Weight	1.6 ounces
Item Weight	6.72 ounces
Item model number	4537BLK/ WHT
Manufacturer	ROTHCO
Manufacturer	Rothco
Material	Cotton
Number of Items	1
Part Number	613902453708
Pattern	Solid
Product Care Instructions	Machine Wash
Size	One Size
Style	Tactical
Style Number	4537OLIVE DRAB
UPC	613902453708 613902453715
Unit Count	1 Count

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ROTHCO Men's Lightweight Shemagh Tactical Desert Scarves

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