If you wear this jacket for it’s function then it is right for you, but if only for casual wear, a size down will be a good choice. I’m 5’11 160 , XSL ( xsmall long )military version is perfect for me, but if with liner SL right for me. Normally Alpha commercial version Small is too big for me. But for Japanese brand like Buzz rickson or real McCoy, small fit for me. By the way, it is very easy to find military version of m65 either the color of OG107 or camouflage in US and the price is pretty reasonable , if you truly love M65 I high recommend to find authentic military version.
Yes I got this one second hand it was a crazy good price, maybe $30? I really do like the style and would like to get a vintage or nice repro one at some point
A very good video, thank you very much! The material of the jacket (cotton and polyester) isn't the best, the original NyCo (50% nylon and 50% cotton) is much more durable. In my opinion, the Helikon-Tex and Propper models (both NyCo) are also worth a look.
The fit is loose and bulky by design the jacket has a boxy cut and extra space in the sleeves the allow for laying underneath it. Nothing beats the original. I won't buy anything but the actual M65.
I like the no interior pocket feature. Nothing sucks worse than getting your nipples sanded off by one of carhartts zippers or duck pockets on their active jack.
You could buy a USGI surplus jacket in M81 woodland camo or OG107 green for as low as $40 CAD in Toronto, Canada even in 2023. Usual price perhaps $60-$120 at the few remaining army surplus stores and in some vintage clothing stores. I'm 5'9", 168 lbs and wear a medium regular in USGI sizing. I prefer the larger fit for both comfort and ease of layering durung fall and winter. Classic design, versatile and they hold up well.
Hey Mark! I bought mine used from eBay a few years back for about $40. I’m a big fan of buying used and thrifting where possible, though I know it’s not for everyone
I’d probably go 2 down for that. What you see on me is 1 size down. 1 down gives an oversized look if you’re not wearing layers (which I like but sounds like you’re going for a more fitted look)
I had the white, black, and gray urban camo jacket in 1993 and got a lot of comments on it. It served me well for many years. Then in the early 2000’s I went to the same Military Surplus store and got the one in midnight blue camo version. After watching your video and seeing that they're now made in China I rushed home to look at the tag on it. Mine is made in the USA! And, they were only about $80 bucks back then. So, theyre charging that now but theyre made in China? That sucks! I’m gonna look into maybe getting the green version now. Do you know what the matching pants are called? Thanx for the video!
I have an olive drab Rothco jacket that use as a work coat and it has held up well. After several washings in regular cycle, the outer is marvelously soft. I wouldn't wear it for extremely heavy use (I have a USGI coat for that, which is also much heavier). Unless someone is dead set on a genuine US military jacket, these inexpensive copies are hard to beat!
Yeah that's my takeaway too Pete. I'm not a militaria enthusiast so the details matter less to me. Some folks are really into getting either the "real deal" or a really good copy of the vintage styles. Which is great, just not my thing.
thanks for the vid Del, I m still in m65 inspired mode from tfl thread recently and look around for more vids even though I already got a pretty nice replica, perhaps hot washing it and drying it will make it look a lot more lived in, I got a night and day result after hot soaking my brand new replica from spanking brand new into "i got this jacket for 5 years" kind of look
I purchased several M65s years ago when the BDUs were changing over. I picked up a few Small/Short jackets that had been issued as field gear to people who never worked in the field, so they were in new condition. They were selling for $15 - $20 on eBay for the genuine article.
@@DudsByDel sorry i skipped the intro where you talk about the size, anyway thank you for the reply. I am about 178cm so it would be better to go for small size as well (and camel color), medium its too big i think.
@@DudsByDel Genuine military issue M65 made under contracts. Gibraltar, Cherokee, So Sew, John Ownbey , Golden mfg, Atlanco, Winfield and early Alpha, etc. . ;) There is only one "copy" which is good and made by Helikon Tex . Right materials, zipers, buttons, velcro, colors, and look, without minimalistic chest pockets and barrel looks jacket. ;)
If you wear this jacket for it’s function then it is right for you, but if only for casual wear, a size down will be a good choice. I’m 5’11 160 , XSL ( xsmall long )military version is perfect for me, but if with liner SL right for me. Normally Alpha commercial version Small is too big for me. But for Japanese brand like Buzz rickson or real McCoy, small fit for me. By the way, it is very easy to find military version of m65 either the color of OG107 or camouflage in US and the price is pretty reasonable , if you truly love M65 I high recommend to find authentic military version.
Yes I got this one second hand it was a crazy good price, maybe $30? I really do like the style and would like to get a vintage or nice repro one at some point
Big for size because of the field jacket liner “smokers jacket” that gets issued with the jacket.
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A very good video, thank you very much! The material of the jacket (cotton and polyester) isn't the best, the original NyCo (50% nylon and 50% cotton) is much more durable. In my opinion, the Helikon-Tex and Propper models (both NyCo) are also worth a look.
Will have to check em out. Would like to try one of the fancy repro models at some point too
I have this in navy blue I am 6’2”
205 lb. The XXL fits me well. I like the extra size.
@@donaldgeorge6656 nice!
I love mine I bought 2 at once years ago the woodland and also the digital camo There nice and warm.
Nice! Sometimes wish I had a black or olive one…perhaps one day
The fit is loose and bulky by design the jacket has a boxy cut and extra space in the sleeves the allow for laying underneath it. Nothing beats the original. I won't buy anything but the actual M65.
Yeah for sure. Bigger is more versatile with this type of jacket and you can always cinch the drawstrings in. Thanks for stopping by
I like the no interior pocket feature. Nothing sucks worse than getting your nipples sanded off by one of carhartts zippers or duck pockets on their active jack.
Never had that experience and never want to lol. I’ve had interior pockets with snap or smooth leather that weren’t a problem
I wanted to purchase where will I get this n price
@@shrikant6842 if you want to buy new, I linked it on Amazon on description. You can find them on eBay and other used sites for less of course
You could buy a USGI surplus jacket in M81 woodland camo or OG107 green for as low as $40 CAD in Toronto, Canada even in 2023. Usual price perhaps $60-$120 at the few remaining army surplus stores and in some vintage clothing stores.
I'm 5'9", 168 lbs and wear a medium regular in USGI sizing. I prefer the larger fit for both comfort and ease of layering durung fall and winter. Classic design, versatile and they hold up well.
Hey Mark! I bought mine used from eBay a few years back for about $40. I’m a big fan of buying used and thrifting where possible, though I know it’s not for everyone
So if I wanted to wear this jacket with minimal to no layering underneath (so like just a t shirt) should I go one or two sizes down?
I’d probably go 2 down for that. What you see on me is 1 size down. 1 down gives an oversized look if you’re not wearing layers (which I like but sounds like you’re going for a more fitted look)
@@DudsByDel thank you very much!!
I had the white, black, and gray urban camo jacket in 1993 and got a lot of comments on it. It served me well for many years. Then in the early 2000’s I went to the same Military Surplus store and got the one in midnight blue camo version. After watching your video and seeing that they're now made in China I rushed home to look at the tag on it. Mine is made in the USA! And, they were only about $80 bucks back then. So, theyre charging that now but theyre made in China? That sucks!
I’m gonna look into maybe getting the green version now. Do you know what the matching pants are called? Thanx for the video!
Oh dang I didn’t even realize that used to be made in USA. The matching pants are actually just called M-65 pants
@@DudsByDel ok thnx
I have an olive drab Rothco jacket that use as a work coat and it has held up well. After several washings in regular cycle, the outer is marvelously soft. I wouldn't wear it for extremely heavy use (I have a USGI coat for that, which is also much heavier).
Unless someone is dead set on a genuine US military jacket, these inexpensive copies are hard to beat!
Yeah that's my takeaway too Pete. I'm not a militaria enthusiast so the details matter less to me. Some folks are really into getting either the "real deal" or a really good copy of the vintage styles. Which is great, just not my thing.
@@DudsByDel I had one in black leather that was NICE!! Sadly, the thief thought so too.
@@petesheppard1709 oh dang that’s terrible
@@DudsByDel Yeah; rather annoying. 😡 Especially since it was such a good deal.
I have 2 rothco m65 field jackets I wear 4xl but I buy 5xl or 6xl for when I a hoodie under mines cause the hoods sucks on m65
Yeah the hood is better than nothing but it ain’t great!
thanks for the vid Del, I m still in m65 inspired mode from tfl thread recently and look around for more vids even though I already got a pretty nice replica, perhaps hot washing it and drying it will make it look a lot more lived in, I got a night and day result after hot soaking my brand new replica from spanking brand new into "i got this jacket for 5 years" kind of look
I got mine used so it already felt pretty well lived-in
Washing strikes me as the right choice!
Hi I am Moroccan I like videos and I would like to have a shott but it's expensive
They are indeed expensive! Have you looked at buying one used on eBay, grailed, or elsewhere?
Great review mate i brought the same 1 im 5'10 14.5 st stocky build and a medium fits me perfectly. Very warm coat i love it 👍
Thanks man! I really dig it too
@@DudsByDel 👍👌
I purchased several M65s years ago when the BDUs were changing over. I picked up a few Small/Short jackets that had been issued as field gear to people who never worked in the field, so they were in new condition. They were selling for $15 - $20 on eBay for the genuine article.
Nice. What a price!
A good M-65 is an essential piece of gear - ive got an old Rothco an English military surplus and a USA UCP military surplus and wouldn't trade any
Yeah I’d like to get another
Para mi es el mejor modelo M65, tengo cuatro distintos colores ALPHA (usala con todo el respeto),
Really a great jacket. Would like to try the Alpha Industries model and a few others too
Thank you😺
Sure thing!
Ηello! Could you tell me what size do you wear here?
Hey no problem! It’s a small regular. My typical size is medium
@@DudsByDel sorry i skipped the intro where you talk about the size, anyway thank you for the reply. I am about 178cm so it would be better to go for small size as well (and camel color), medium its too big i think.
@@mlks007 no worries man. Yeah it’s a BIG jacket compared to size tag
how tall are you?
Hey there I’m 5’9” and weigh about 175 lbs
I’m 6’4” so what would be a good size
What size do you take as your standard size in most things?
Austrian army m65 style jacket gortex excellent but very big sizing australia
Short zipper does same as two way zipper but 2ways are prone to jam id prefer short zipper driving car etc
Pleats in back in real outdoors cold your wearing numerous jumpers etc then pleats allow full movement
Basically @joeswanson5693 you would go one size down for the fit you see on me
Rothco is a joke.
@@ChatNick what do you prefer?
@@DudsByDel Genuine military issue M65 made under contracts. Gibraltar, Cherokee, So Sew, John Ownbey , Golden mfg, Atlanco, Winfield and early Alpha, etc. . ;) There is only one "copy" which is good and made by Helikon Tex . Right materials, zipers, buttons, velcro, colors, and look, without minimalistic chest pockets and barrel looks jacket. ;)