US M-65 jacket (original)

• a "NYCO" fabric, a novelty exclusive to the army at the time, nylon-cotton mixture designed to withstand wind and rain,

• an internal bending cord,

• from the buttoning legs to the shoulders, because a soldier always needs an additional attachment point for the many objects he carries,

• four flap pockets with snap buttons, faster and easier to use than the classic buttons of an M51,

• triangular extensions arranged inside the sleeves (thanks to a velcro system), to cover the hands in case of wind. Practical in certain specific situations, they still had some disadvantages on a daily basis: it was very complicated to wear the jacket with the sleeves rolled up, and the feeling caused by these flaps was quite unpleasant around the wrist,

• a straight collar to protect the neck and store a folding hood inside.

• Delivered without the removable lining.

Size guide:

Small Regular: NATO 7080/8494

Medium Regular: NATO 7080/9404

Large Regular: NATO 7080/0414

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