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(More customer reviews)The previous reviewer (C. Sterling) has greatly influenced me to go with Alpha Industries M65 field coat, mainly because it has two internal pockets, and secondly because of the quality.
I did have a chance to try on both the small and extra small as I am nearly same build as C. Sterling. (I am 5'9" 150 lbs. 41" chest)
The extra small fits pretty snug, I don't think there's room for a sweater underneath, considering I was already wearing a long sleeve and a t-shirt. I should also mention that it was very stiff to move around in, as the material is very rugged.
Although I loved the more slimmer fit of the extra small, I had to go with the small since I didn't want to be uncomfortably stiff and cold. The small is a little baggier, but still fits nice over my body without looking ridiculous. The coat is a little long, but I guess that's expected since it is a field coat after all. The front pockets are all button snap, which I am proud to announce since I am not a fan of velcro flaps. The breast pockets are easily accessible, the bottom ones are not. This is because, the flap hinge sits on top of where the pocket begins. This is not a big issue for me, however, I do wish though, that the bottom two pockets were protruded like the breast pockets. As for the inner two pockets, one is zippered and one has a velcroed square. The velcroed one seems a little wider than the zippered, and just as deep as one of the front pockets. The zippered pocket seems about half inch shorter than the velcroed.
Final thoughts:
-The quality is awesome for something made in China, though now a days you'd be surprised that some quality goods are made there.
-Love the inner pockets, wish there were two more, but that's just asking too much since I carry a lot of stuff on me.
-Small is a good size, though I wish it were a hint smaller over all and a bit shorter.
-Try them on if you can for sizing and feel. If you live in New York City check out Dave's New York for a better price, and fitting. Or check out their website [...]. They sell all kinds of work wear.
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Alpha Industries Men's M-65 Field CoatThe workhorse of American infantry outerwear for the past three decades.Used heavily during the Vietnam War, the M-65 features the NYCO wind and tear resistant, water repellent 50% cotton/50% nylon sateen outer shell.This jacket is built to last!
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