M-65 combat jacket with removable lining: legendary army field jacket

Description

A jacket inherited from the US Army, now a vintage reference

Adopted by troops as early as 1970, this combat jacket succeeded the M-1951 as the new field uniform. It accompanied American soldiers to all theaters of operation, and remains sought-after today by enthusiasts of military equipment and vintage style.

Condition: new, with possible traces of oxidation on snaps due to storage conditions. Delivery: original vintage jacket and removable lining.

NYCO canvas, removable lining and military design: technical specifications

1. Lightweight, waterproof NYCO fabric (nylon + cotton): robust against wind, rain and abrasion.
2. Four flap pockets with snap fasteners: fast, secure access in the field.
3. Internal drawcord: adjust the waist without compromising sleeve freedom.
4. Triangular extensions with Velcro closure to protect wrists in gusty conditions.
5. Stand-up collar with integral foldaway hood, ideal for wet conditions.
6. Comes with removable winter liner (jacket and liner manufacturers are not the same)
7. Weighing in at just 3 kg, it retains mobility without sacrificing durability.

Field-optimized military jacket design

This jacket takes the M-1951 and optimizes it: zipper lined with a snap flap, comfortable Regular fit, drawcord to maintain warmth. Removable lining lets you adapt thermal protection to suit the season. Specifications meet original military standards.

NATO size guide

1. Small Regular (7080/8494): shoulders 48 cm, chest 55 cm, sleeves 60 cm
2. Medium Regular (7080/9404): shoulders 52 cm, chest 60 cm, sleeves 63 cm
3. Large Regular (7080/0414): shoulders 52 cm, chest 62 cm, sleeves 63 cm

The regular fit allows you to wear a sweater or removable liner without reducing range of motion. Check measurements according to your use: busy hiking, winter bivouacking or working in rough terrain.

Why choose this M-65 for field and bivouac?

1. Guaranteed USA manufacture: verified authenticity, consistent quality of original military equipment.
2. Covered uses: hiking, hunting, bivouac, airsoft or outdoor work.
3. Collector’s item: concrete evidence of American combat equipment since 1970.
4. Proven durability: six decades of field feedback have confirmed the durability of NYCO fabric and the reliability of the fasteners.

Choose this garment if you’re looking for a sturdy piece of equipment for heavy-duty hiking, winter bivouacking or intervention in difficult terrain. Avoid if you’re looking for a lightweight garment for exclusive urban use: the 3 kg weight and military cut are not designed for such use.