IHM-27-OLV - Sateen M-65 Field Jacket - Olive
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Congratulations! I’m a little jealous [emoji1]
Just like me when I see your snaps wearing IH gear! Some of the best fits I have even seen!
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I’m considering getting one of these in olive. I’m curious to see how they age. A quick glance didn’t seem to give any progression photos. What does it look like after two or three years of wear and say 15-20 washes? I’ve got a couple of vintage authentic military issue M65 jackets off ebay and really love how they have aged and would hope these age well.
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Exactly what I wanted to see before I pull the trigger, but since this is IH stuff, you are guaranteed that this is going to age much much better than anything else comparatively.
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Just curious on sizing. My chest measurement is normally 49 across. I’m curious if anyone else in this range has got the jacket and if they went for the XXL. The XL seems like it would be too tight if I layered.
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I'm in a dilemma guys, I have a similar jacket from Old Navy, which is also a military style jacket, Its a Large that measures 24.5 pit to pit which fits me fine. a little lose but with layering it will fit better, the XL for this jacket is the same measurement but I notice the sleeves would be too long. Even the Large has a pretty long sleeve. What should I do? lol. I could go with the Large I guess but i could probably only wear it with a light henley underneath, nothing too thick. Id love to be able to get the large, I have lost 40 pounds over quarantine and plan to lose another 18 pounds by end of the year, What would you guys suggest? The Large measures 47.4 if the measurements are correct and the XL is 49. about 1.5 inch difference. I think the sleeves on that XL will be too long for me as i'm not very tall I'm only 5'9
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Mine is arriving today! Eagerly looking forward to receiving them!
I went with the shirt size. I'm S on the IH shirts and went with the same for the jacket! Hope it fits and has enough room to layer something underneath!
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I'm in a dilemma guys, I have a similar jacket from Old Navy, which is also a military style jacket, Its a Large that measures 24.5 pit to pit which fits me fine. a little lose but with layering it will fit better, the XL for this jacket is the same measurement but I notice the sleeves would be too long. Even the Large has a pretty long sleeve. What should I do? lol. I could go with the Large I guess but i could probably only wear it with a light henley underneath, nothing too thick. Id love to be able to get the large, I have lost 40 pounds over quarantine and plan to lose another 18 pounds by end of the year, What would you guys suggest? The Large measures 47.4 if the measurements are correct and the XL is 49. about 1.5 inch difference. I think the sleeves on that XL will be too long for me as i'm not very tall I'm only 5'9
Daft question. How long are your arms?
Im only 5’9” and the sleeves on my version of this (model from two years ago I think) are fine.
I take the sage IH advice and measure the arms of an existing garment that you own/like and take that into consideration.
On the basis that you are going to use this as a winter garment, I would probably go with the XL if intending to layer. I have sized down on m65s before but have always found myself going for the larger ones I own due to extra room for movement/ability to later. Also, you will need to take the lining into consideration re the P2P measurements.
Also, if you are based in the UK you could always possibly go to Gosport and try on.
On a side note, IH version is the best iteration of the M65 I have owned/handled and imo better than Buzz/RMc/all the Maharishi ones I have owned.
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As I'm typing this, I'm wearing this! What a beauty this jacket is! A few things that stand out for me:
1. Impeccable quality, really well made!
2. The side pockets are more than perfect. Thank goodness the pockets are on the side and inclined!Things that might have been better:
1. An inner removable liner like the Rothco M65 would have meant for me that I would only need this one-and-only jacket for all seasons
2. The engage and dis-engage the zipper is something that I should get used to but not a deal breaker per seThe sleeve length is for now perfect (remember I have monkey arms), but if it shrinks after several washes I don't know how to deal with it. I hope it does not!
Overall, I like this one and this is my first ever quality jacket that I have ever purchased!
Any by the way, the Olive goes perfect with my every day carry, the Filson 257 in Otter Green!
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@jothishan:
Things that might have been better:
1. An inner removable liner like the Rothco M65 would have meant for me that I would only need this one-and-only jacket for all seasons
Does this jacket take a liner?
Nope.
H once told me he was going to offer an optional liner. I said, 'and what the fuck are you going to to do with all the liners that no one decided they wanted, but we have made, at the end of the season?'
He gave me a sage look and said "no optional liners"…...
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I'm in a dilemma guys, I have a similar jacket from Old Navy, which is also a military style jacket, Its a Large that measures 24.5 pit to pit which fits me fine. a little lose but with layering it will fit better, the XL for this jacket is the same measurement but I notice the sleeves would be too long. Even the Large has a pretty long sleeve. What should I do? lol. I could go with the Large I guess but i could probably only wear it with a light henley underneath, nothing too thick. Id love to be able to get the large, I have lost 40 pounds over quarantine and plan to lose another 18 pounds by end of the year, What would you guys suggest? The Large measures 47.4 if the measurements are correct and the XL is 49. about 1.5 inch difference. I think the sleeves on that XL will be too long for me as i'm not very tall I'm only 5'9
Daft question. How long are your arms?
Im only 5’9” and the sleeves on my version of this (model from two years ago I think) are fine.
I take the sage IH advice and measure the arms of an existing garment that you own/like and take that into consideration.
On the basis that you are going to use this as a winter garment, I would probably go with the XL if intending to layer. I have sized down on m65s before but have always found myself going for the larger ones I own due to extra room for movement/ability to later. Also, you will need to take the lining into consideration re the P2P measurements.
Also, if you are based in the UK you could always possibly go to Gosport and try on.
On a side note, IH version is the best iteration of the M65 I have owned/handled and imo better than Buzz/RMc/all the Maharishi ones I have owned.
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I figured it out!
I own the Corduroy Modified Type III Jacket - Khaki
IHJ-69-KHA in size XXXL which comparing them to the M65 in size Large its damn near identical. And since my weight loss the jacket is now more loose on me so even layering it with the Ultra Heavy Flannel Crazy Check Work Shirt Navy that I own its still decent room, the arm length is the same which still fits me a little long due to my short arms but its not a huge deal. The Large is definitely my size for this oneMy arms are around 26inches if you were wondering. My chest now measures 44inches
I'm probably going to cop that black one too! Its too tempting not to get both lol
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@jothishan:
Guys, so what is the conclusion! Is this Jacket suitable for western winter? With the IHSH- Wabash shirt underneath, can one withstand the cold temperatures between 1 and 5 °C? I know this is a subjective question, but just thought someone who already owns this would be able to share their experience!
I own a denim version of this Jacket and wear it with my wabash CPO shirt all the time in 1-2 degrees C. I't a wonderful outer layer. I also wear it with my IH primaloft Shirt Jac CPO during - temps.
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Just received mine yesterday.
What shall I say? Love it - beautiful fabric and well made!One thing I'm a bit concerned about is: SHRINKAGE…
As often I was in the middle of 2 sizes. I choose the smaller one which so far seems to be the right decision concerning the length of the arms as they definitely shouldn't be any longer.
But what if it shrinks like denim??
As far as I have seen, there is no information about sanforization or prewashing.
So, is anyone there who has experience if or how this fabric may shrink? If there might be reasonable shrinkage, then maybe I have to rethink my sizing…
I only will wash it at the maximum temperature that is indicated: max 40 degrees C.I also asked the IH staff. Graham answered to me today: "[i]There should be no noticeable shrinkage if handled correctly (low temperature, low spin)".
But if there is any experience out there in the community, I would also appreciate to hear that.
Thanks guys!
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Well, I bit the bullet and ordered both black and olive colors! I went with size Large since I have a khaki jacket from IH in XXXL that has same measurements as the Large and it fits me well, even with layering Its still fits fine. Can't wait to get them. I loved both black and olive
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@Richardcard82 that's the attitude! Excellent work
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Well, I bit the bullet and ordered both black and olive colors! I went with size Large since I have a khaki jacket from IH in XXXL that has same measurements as the Large and it fits me well, even with layering Its still fits fine. Can't wait to get them. I loved both black and olive
You must be crazy, but you will not repent having them both! This is the best ever jacket that I have ever purchased! Period!
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@jothishan:
Well, I bit the bullet and ordered both black and olive colors! I went with size Large since I have a khaki jacket from IH in XXXL that has same measurements as the Large and it fits me well, even with layering Its still fits fine. Can't wait to get them. I loved both black and olive
You must be crazy, but you will not repent having them both! This is the best ever jacket that I have ever purchased! Period!
Lol, yeah I guess I am nuts. I became very bored and depressed during quarantine, I if were to tell you how much I've spent on online shopping you'd have a heart attack, I've been fortunate to have a good online business that lets me spoil myself like this, So I figured why not? I basically have an entire new wardrobe, I also lost over 40 pounds since December so I needed new clothes to go with my new shape lol. I've spent atleast $3,000 on Ironheart alone lol, so that gives you an idea. I got 3 pairs of their pants a few months back but unfortunately one was too tight so I had to sell it, I have 2 of their jackets, well 4 now with these and 3 of their flannels. I've also been buying from Taylor Stitch which have great shirts and sweaters and I'm a huge fan of Kato Brand jeans, very comfortable Japanese jeans. I've been selling new jeans I bought when I first started shopping, i've been selling them on poshmark since they no longer fit me and I never even wore them! Oh well lol
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Retail therapy is real. Combine that with FoMo (fear of missing out) that comes with Iron Heart product runs and you've got a serious problem.
I spent a ton of money building my garage gym during quarantine since all of the gyms have closed down. Almost didn't buy this but I'm very happy that I did. Hopefully post a little review and picture tomorrow.
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Retail therapy is real. Combine that with FoMo (fear of missing out) that comes with Iron Heart product runs and you've got a serious problem.
I spent a ton of money building my garage gym during quarantine since all of the gyms have closed down. Almost didn't buy this but I'm very happy that I did. Hopefully post a little review and picture tomorrow.
Yeah the FoMo is real, I figure once they sell out they won't come back for a long time lol, so I guess I got pulled in the by the fear of losing out on them. Retail therapy is helpful especially when you can splurge on whatever you want, I also made my patio into a small home gym, financed a nordicktrack for cardio and a small home gym I got from Marcy, its something to keep me going, although gyms are finally opening I still don't want to go. I'm in California,
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One thing I'm a bit concerned about is: SHRINKAGE…
Wash on 40C and you will be fine. It isn't denim. The lining and stitch construction will all retard shrinkage, even if it isn't sanforised (which it probably is). If shrinkage was an issue it would be stated on the webshop page.
Congrats on a great jacket.
