IHM-08 - M65 - Ventile Lined Sateen Cotton Field Jacket
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Oh you lucky bastards that can afford one right now. I hope to get a used L in the aftermarket.
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Everyone wears their weight differently, so I think it's always best to compare IH's measurements (and measuring method) against your best-fitting apparel.
My experience with the previous model is that the shoulder measurement is critical. It was a touch snug on the IHM-02. This may have been remedied with this latest model, however.
Without giving it too much thought, my advice would be to go with a L if you have broad shoulders, and a medium if not. Again, your best bet is just to take a little extra time and measure the stuff you already have.
The IHM-02 is a great jacket, though; and I'm sure this latest model is even better.
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Is it possible to hot wash and machine dry one of these or will that f-up the ventile?
Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkIt is possible…Ventile will be fine
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I'm torn sizing wise. I'm 6'3", 160 pounds. Would a medium or a large be a better bet?
I'm 6'2" 165 pounds and need a L. Last year's L was spot on, though I also find the shoulders to be a bit small. Just like those on the deck jacket - but due to ther generous arms L fit me in both jackets. I need 19" shoulders in shirts btw.
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This fabric was developed to give a longer life expectancy to pilots who had to eject into the North Atlantic in WWII. I don't suppose they were hand washing their survival suits with Grangers Pure Liquid Soap for Ventile, between sorties. I'm not saying that doing that is not a good idea, but like the survival suit, a field jacket is to be worn and worn hard and if you have to treat it with kid gloves, it rather defeats the purpose…
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This fabric was developed to give a longer life expectancy to pilots who had to eject into the North Atlantic in WWII. I don't suppose they were hand washing their survival suits with Grangers Pure Liquid Soap for Ventile, between sorties. I'm not saying that doing that is not a good idea, but like the survival suit, a field jacket is to be worn and worn hard and if you have to treat it with kid gloves, it rather defeats the purpose…
Bravo G!!!! Well said…man up everybody!!!!
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@Max:
I'm torn sizing wise. I'm 6'3", 160 pounds. Would a medium or a large be a better bet?
I'm 6'2" 165 pounds and need a L. Last year's L was spot on, though I also find the shoulders to be a bit small. Just like those on the deck jacket - but due to ther generous arms L fit me in both jackets. I need 19" shoulders in shirts btw.
I wore my Large IHM-02 in to the office today to compare it with the new version and couldn't feel any real difference in the sizing at all TBH.
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Thank you Matt
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Looks ace. Good score!
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