The M65 from Teesar Mil-Tec is in the same price segment and has all the features of the original M65 jacket. The color corresponds to the M65 from the late 1960s. By the way, love all your presentation . very informative. The extra holes in the liner are to close the liner if you wear it separately. Best regards from Germany.
@@TeurastajaNexus How is it holding up for you now? I'm currently shopping around for an M65 jacketand I can't find any USGI ones for a reasonable price in my size
@@DylanHutto Two buttons have broken loose but they can be easily put back. The material is water resistant. Overall good quality and they are manufactured by Mil-tec in Germany. Santa brought me one from an airsoft shop for about 70-80€ ;)
@@DylanHutto Note, the manufacturer is Mil-tec. Teesar is one of two brands, the other one being named Mil-tec. Teesar is considered to be better quality overall. One notable difference between the M65 of these brands is the material.
anyone know a place to buy this jacket. besides rothco, m65, . for cheap. i found one priced at $225 and one priced at $59. and made in China. Looking for good quality for around $100. a real army & navy store, without a huge markup.
If you still need advice on a commercial one, just get the Rothco or similarly cheap one. The Alpha ones are just overpriced fashion items. They don't produce them to the standards they did for the US military but charge ridiculous prices. Just make sure the seams, snaps, and zipper is gtg.
Go to an Army Navy store. If not eBay sells them. If not McGuirearmynavy.com sells them. You want Golden manufacturer, Alpha Industries, Winfield manufacturing. Those r the legit ones. Golden especially
@@KissMyConverseFool I like the 90s Austrian army versions (one gortex version and one or two cotton versions I think), and you can sometimes find it available in XL or XXL for under $100. It might also be helpful to search for M65s (USGI or otherwise) using the NATO size codes so you can find one long enough. Maybe look for the three color desert version of the M65 too, that's a cool one to have if you can find it on Ebay or similar sites. I agree with Billy, Rothco might make a few legitimate NSN items for the US Army (at least in recent history) but they also make a lot of junk that's borderline counterfeit. Also they've actually bragged about expanding their industrial ties to China, which seems like about as bad of a move as bragging about being popular in Germany in 1939, or talking about how excited you are to go to the 1980 Olympics.
Hey man, I just found your channel the other day & I probably watched this vid 3 or four times since! lol I"m a huge fan of these M-65 field jackets, both genuine issue & Rothco...Rothco was the very first jacket that I owned for the M-65 field jacket...I loved it!, it kelp me nice & warm when it got around -10 degrees here in Potsdam Ny...few small things I like about Rothco's version rather than the genuine issue was the drawstrings were longers so I could make a nice tight Knot & there's just something about the liners I like about Rothco...I made the mistake of accidentally ordering it one size larger & decided to gave it to one of my co-workers...I always wanted to get another Rothco M-65 but brand new ones are selling for over $88.99 & I can find genuine issue field jackets in fine condition for half that price
It's very sad to see that the U.S. has almost completely sold out to China, even with the clothes that we are forced to buy. It's almost over. I need a 2XL Tall and Rothco doesn't even make one, these Chinese Mfg. outfits are a joke.
Good video, Mr. Nick, I 've one a Rothco M-65, is great and I love her very much, she is my favorite. In my country there are not seasons and no snow. It's a regret that the work cloth it's not against the rain but I recommend it 100%. Regards from Bogotá Colombia.
to be honest, I think the olive drab is a lot more versatile for general wear then the tiger stripe. you can just wear it as a regular coat without looking too “tactical”.
In the 80's we all tried to find the model 51 field jackets. They would take a good starching far better than the Model 65. They really looked STRAC!!!. If you can find one get it starched and you will see.
What's the use of those small chest pockets on Rothco junk? For cigarettes, maybe or mobile phone? :D Genuine G.I. M65 field jackets rules, Rothco is a joke.
i love these jackets. this popped up in the related videos when i was watching my new vid. i did a rambo video i did last week in the mountains where i live on a volcano. hello from mt hood. i have 2 of the jackets and wear them in survival videos i do etc. peace.
i think the first generation of the m65 actually had aluminium hardware, then they switched to brass, and then the zippers were changed to plastic (apparently because the brass zips could get frozen stuck if water entered them)
just bought a Rothco M-65 jacket today. If you compare the interior hoods on the Rothco the're so much smaller than the original and they're pointy. i am super disappointed. Blackie is the reason i got one and now i need an original.
@@collectornick4270 just realized also theres no lining under the removable lining. On the vintage ones theres an extra piece of fabric between the shell and the removable lining :( i wish i didnt buy the rothco but its better than nothing
@@user-jm7se9cf3u It's there, but the difference is that the liner in the Rothco is stitched to the bottom rather than hanging open as with the USGI coats.
There are some Rothco Made in the USA that are tagged rn37572 but do not state Rothco . They are 50/50 Cotton/Poly and are better than the made in China 65/35 Cotton/Poly that Propper and others like Fox etc are using. The do not have the shell sewn to the inner liner and are made by a mix if diffrerent vendors or Contractors and I think Rothco OEM'd them or bought out the stocks and tagged them. The zippers are always brass.
@@TheBurro36 the extreme cold weather hood as he pointed out only fits on the original m65 jacket not the Rothko. I only point out what he failed to do, all m65 jackets including Rothko have hoods inside of the collar I know because I have both.
That's true, I forgot to film that part. I have it saved somewhere on my camera but that built in hood is even more garbage then the USGI one, which is kinda surprising considering how bad the real ones are lol
@@collectornick4270 Yeah, Nick. They are junk, useless, really. And once you roll them out seems like it's very hard getting them back in and smoothing the collar back into its original shape.
I bought one of these and I knew for a fact that it had a zipper when I bought it because I zipped it up and then when I got home I realized that I didn’t have the zipper anymore so I don’t know where the fuck I lost it I looked in my car and I still couldn’t find it so now I have an M 65 with no zipper
I have a Rothco 'OD' jacket that seems to be more green than your example. It's been one of my main winter work jackets for many years and it has held up very nicely. After several washings on normal cycle, it has become very soft and comfortable. Down here in Alabama, I've only rarely needed the liner! I also have a woodland USGI M65, for my CAP uniform back in the 2000s!
You’re more knowledgeable on this stuff I bought a hot combat uniform 100% cotton ripstop With straight pockets but it’s OG107 green it’s looks exactly like the Vietnam tropical jacket with slanted pockets except the pockets on mine are straight it is the same pattern as the M81 woodland BDUs that were being issued in the 80s but it’s OG107 I can’t find any information on it online so I was hoping you could shed some light on what I have
Collector Nick are you sure? The channel uniform history has a video about erdl and at about the 12:49 mark it shows a guy wearing the uniform I’m talking about
YOO! wuuuhhh my grandpa was about to go to vietnam but got out cause my grandma was pregnant with my dad and uncle and i literally wore his m65 a while back for backyard paintball and this is the same one on the alpha industries site for $225.00 i still have it but its beat the fuck up i wonder if its worth anything....
What are you talking about, the hood is inside the collar, un-zip and pull it out. The end of the sleeve un-folds and pulls out to go over gloves, not bare hands.
The M65 from Teesar Mil-Tec is in the same price segment and has all the features of the original M65 jacket. The color corresponds to the M65 from the late 1960s. By the way, love all your presentation .
very informative. The extra holes in the liner are to close the liner if you wear it separately. Best regards from Germany.
I've had the Teesar-made M65 since 2018 Christmas and I have not been disappointed! Good jacket and keeps you warm.
Nice!
@@TeurastajaNexus How is it holding up for you now? I'm currently shopping around for an M65 jacketand I can't find any USGI ones for a reasonable price in my size
@@DylanHutto Two buttons have broken loose but they can be easily put back. The material is water resistant. Overall good quality and they are manufactured by Mil-tec in Germany. Santa brought me one from an airsoft shop for about 70-80€ ;)
@@DylanHutto Note, the manufacturer is Mil-tec. Teesar is one of two brands, the other one being named Mil-tec. Teesar is considered to be better quality overall. One notable difference between the M65 of these brands is the material.
What temp do you think they are rated to with the liner installed ?
I've worn it in the 30s and 40s ferenheit and felt fine.
anyone know a place to buy this jacket. besides rothco, m65, . for cheap.
i found one priced at $225 and one priced at $59. and made in China.
Looking for good quality for around $100.
a real army & navy store, without a huge markup.
Hard to beat Rothco at this price range. I had m65 from other brands (Surplus and Mil Tec) and they started fading after 3-4 months.
@@aurelianobuendia5360 thanks for the reply.
If you still need advice on a commercial one, just get the Rothco or similarly cheap one. The Alpha ones are just overpriced fashion items. They don't produce them to the standards they did for the US military but charge ridiculous prices. Just make sure the seams, snaps, and zipper is gtg.
Alpha industries but expect to pay an arm and leg
Made in CHINA. NO THX. I’ll buy a genuine USA made one all day long
Where can I get a USA made one that is good for 6'5"?
Go to an Army Navy store. If not eBay sells them. If not McGuirearmynavy.com sells them. You want Golden manufacturer, Alpha Industries, Winfield manufacturing. Those r the legit ones. Golden especially
@@KissMyConverseFool I like the 90s Austrian army versions (one gortex version and one or two cotton versions I think), and you can sometimes find it available in XL or XXL for under $100. It might also be helpful to search for M65s (USGI or otherwise) using the NATO size codes so you can find one long enough. Maybe look for the three color desert version of the M65 too, that's a cool one to have if you can find it on Ebay or similar sites. I agree with Billy, Rothco might make a few legitimate NSN items for the US Army (at least in recent history) but they also make a lot of junk that's borderline counterfeit. Also they've actually bragged about expanding their industrial ties to China, which seems like about as bad of a move as bragging about being popular in Germany in 1939, or talking about how excited you are to go to the 1980 Olympics.
Okay, but expect to shell out about 200 or 300 bucks
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Hey man, I just found your channel the other day & I probably watched this vid 3 or four times since! lol I"m a huge fan of these M-65 field jackets, both genuine issue & Rothco...Rothco was the very first jacket that I owned for the M-65 field jacket...I loved it!, it kelp me nice & warm when it got around -10 degrees here in Potsdam Ny...few small things I like about Rothco's version rather than the genuine issue was the drawstrings were longers so I could make a nice tight Knot & there's just something about the liners I like about Rothco...I made the mistake of accidentally ordering it one size larger & decided to gave it to one of my co-workers...I always wanted to get another Rothco M-65 but brand new ones are selling for over $88.99 & I can find genuine issue field jackets in fine condition for half that price
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It's very sad to see that the U.S. has almost completely sold out to China, even with the clothes that we are forced to buy. It's almost over. I need a 2XL Tall and Rothco doesn't even make one, these Chinese Mfg. outfits are a joke.
It is sad
I'm american born in the US from 2 asian parents. Love the chinese sizes Haha
I need a 2xl tall too. Do I have to be the Terminator...and just take one from the owner?
The Velcro on the end of sleeves are designed for attaching to the army wool gloves.
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I love that there are people like this. Who know information about certain topics and have a genuine love and appreciation for them.
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I don't know if I mistaken but I think in the back it's a perfectly pull it out there's a hood
Yeah I did a separate video of the hood.
Good video, Mr. Nick, I 've one a Rothco M-65, is
great and I love her very much, she is my favorite. In my country there are not seasons and no snow. It's a regret that the work cloth it's not against the rain
but I recommend it 100%. Regards from Bogotá Colombia.
Thank you for the comment, I'm glad you enjoyed!
to be honest, I think the olive drab is a lot more versatile for general wear then the tiger stripe. you can just wear it as a regular coat without looking too “tactical”.
Yeah, I wish the US would go back to OD uniform across the board.
Very good review. Thank you very much for linking my video!
You're welcome! Thanks for the inspiration!
@@collectornick4270 😁
In the 80's we all tried to find the model 51 field jackets. They would take a good starching far better than the Model 65. They really looked STRAC!!!. If you can find one get it starched and you will see.
Thanks!
What's the use of those small chest pockets on Rothco junk? For cigarettes, maybe or mobile phone? :D Genuine G.I. M65 field jackets rules, Rothco is a joke.
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i love these jackets. this popped up in the related videos when i was watching my new vid. i did a rambo video i did last week in the mountains where i live on a volcano. hello from mt hood. i have 2 of the jackets and wear them in survival videos i do etc. peace.
Right on!
i think the first generation of the m65 actually had aluminium hardware, then they switched to brass, and then the zippers were changed to plastic (apparently because the brass zips could get frozen stuck if water entered them)
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I have a rothco M65 I hate the liner but the jacket is great
Yeah I don't care too much for their liners either, they feel thin and cheap.
MADE IN CHINA! FORGET IT! I’ll PAY EXTRA AND GET A GENUINE USA MADE M65 FIELD JACKET! GOOD INFO AND PRESENTATION!
Thanks! Alpha Industries still makes these.
just bought a Rothco M-65 jacket today. If you compare the interior hoods on the Rothco the're so much smaller than the original and they're pointy. i am super disappointed. Blackie is the reason i got one and now i need an original.
Yeah the hoods on the rothco one are pretty trash imo
@@collectornick4270 just realized also theres no lining under the removable lining. On the vintage ones theres an extra piece of fabric between the shell and the removable lining :( i wish i didnt buy the rothco but its better than nothing
@@user-jm7se9cf3u It's there, but the difference is that the liner in the Rothco is stitched to the bottom rather than hanging open as with the USGI coats.
Do old gi liners work with the rothco jackets I have a old one with no liner
They should work.
What ab the hood inside the zipper of the collar
I have one and I'm in the cg auxiliary and I have nametapes for it and planning on customizing it
Right on!
Pocket very small. Original M65 pocket most big
Right?
@@collectornick4270 yes
There are some Rothco Made in the USA that are tagged rn37572 but do not state Rothco . They are 50/50 Cotton/Poly and are better than the made in China 65/35 Cotton/Poly that Propper and others like Fox etc are using. The do not have the shell sewn to the inner liner and are made by a mix if diffrerent vendors or Contractors and I think Rothco OEM'd them or bought out the stocks and tagged them. The zippers are always brass.
Yeah
All m65 jacket have hoods already, all you got to do is unzip the collar reach inside and pull it out.
He's talking about the extreme cold weather hood that buttons to the jacket, not the pull out hood inside the collar.
@@TheBurro36 the extreme cold weather hood as he pointed out only fits on the original m65 jacket not the Rothko. I only point out what he failed to do, all m65 jackets including Rothko have hoods inside of the collar I know because I have both.
That's true, I forgot to film that part. I have it saved somewhere on my camera but that built in hood is even more garbage then the USGI one, which is kinda surprising considering how bad the real ones are lol
@@collectornick4270 Yeah, Nick. They are junk, useless, really. And once you roll them out seems like it's very hard getting them back in and smoothing the collar back into its original shape.
@@collectornick4270 They probably realized nobody really uses it, and could cheap out there.
I bought one of these and I knew for a fact that it had a zipper when I bought it because I zipped it up and then when I got home I realized that I didn’t have the zipper anymore so I don’t know where the fuck I lost it I looked in my car and I still couldn’t find it so now I have an M 65 with no zipper
That's too bad
I have a rothco subdued urban camo looks like they stopped making them ?
I'm not sure
Oh I've only looked on eBay but I've she needs to go for a hundred and something and I'm like what the hell
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The USGI Jackets are only available in 4 colors: OD, M81 Woodland, 3 Color Desert Camo and UCP
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chocolate chip is also in m65 field jackets its just very hard to find and very VERY expensive
Alpha industries does a better job
Yeah definitely did
Get a military surplus M-65 . The real deal. Ive got a dozen of them.
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Where I’m at they are 300cad, these ones are 100cad. Where do you find them for a reasonable price?
I have a Rothco 'OD' jacket that seems to be more green than your example. It's been one of my main winter work jackets for many years and it has held up very nicely. After several washings on normal cycle, it has become very soft and comfortable. Down here in Alabama, I've only rarely needed the liner!
I also have a woodland USGI M65, for my CAP uniform back in the 2000s!
You’re more knowledgeable on this stuff I bought a hot combat uniform 100% cotton ripstop With straight pockets but it’s OG107 green it’s looks exactly like the Vietnam tropical jacket with slanted pockets except the pockets on mine are straight it is the same pattern as the M81 woodland BDUs that were being issued in the 80s but it’s OG107 I can’t find any information on it online so I was hoping you could shed some light on what I have
I think those were a ranger thing. During the invasion of grenada you can see rangers with tops like those.
Collector Nick are you sure? The channel uniform history has a video about erdl and at about the 12:49 mark it shows a guy wearing the uniform I’m talking about
@@mixmaster2909 yeah I'm not sure then.
Collector Nick I gave a bad description they look like the M81 woodland BDUs but it’s OD green
Isaiah Mendiola kinda late, but I talked to a guy online about something similar and he said that he thinks the arvn had them.
If you look around you can find a surplus one I have a woodland, one plus a nice german jacket and a british one
Cool
very good war jacket bro....amazing
Thanks
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Good video sir.
Can you Please tell me all the manufacturs that had contracts with the gouverment to make the m65 jackets?
Thanks in advance sir.
Unfortunately I don't know of all of the contractors, but the biggest and most popular contractor was "Alpha Industries"
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YOO! wuuuhhh
my grandpa was about to go to vietnam but got out cause my grandma was pregnant with my dad and uncle and i literally wore his m65 a while back for backyard paintball and this is the same one on the alpha industries site for $225.00
i still have it but its beat the fuck up
i wonder if its worth anything....
I bought mine for ten bucks and is usa made
Nice
nice
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What are you talking about, the hood is inside the collar, un-zip and pull it out. The end of the sleeve un-folds and pulls out to go over gloves, not bare hands.
Yeah I did an update with the hood
BTW THE AMERICAN FLAG SHOULD GO OVER THE HEART.
Yeah but I wanted it to look like Rambo's and that's where he had his.
@@collectornick4270 Rambo wasn’t a vet!
@@sandy5548 I am well aware but I want mine to look like his so I won't change it lol.
@@sandy5548??? Rambo not vet ??
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Yeah
Don’t buy a Chinese knock off. Always try to get an original
Yeah
Good video. God bless. From Glenn CATT in Massachusetts.
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@@collectornick4270 your welcome. Keep up the good work. God bless. From Glenn CATT in Massachusetts.
Do you wear you're CAP field jacket often
I did a lot back when I was in CAP.
Good vid.
Thanks!
Made in China ?
Yeah
Nice I've one in ucp camo
Nice 👍
Made in China...
Well... i wouldnt pay $300+ for a modern m65 (Cockpit) just because its made in USA. But yeah i agree it sux seeing made in China stamp.
Yeah it's too bad a lot of things are made there these days.
It's cool that some rappers wear that type of brand
nice