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Alpha Industries M65 Field Jacket
£115.00 Product Ref: 01025
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- Nyco M-65 Wind Resistant 50% Cotton/50% Nylon Sateen Outer shell with 225 lbs. Breaking strength. Water repellent
- Cuffs with velcro for attachment to gloves and complete coverage of hands
- 139 separate sewing operations go into making the M-65
- Bi-swing back permits free range of movement
- Bellows breast pockets and hanging pockets with snap fastener closures
- Buttons for liner attachment
- Waist, hood and bottom drawcord
- Heavy brass zippered front closure with snap fasteners
- Concealed hood
- Small suitable for 33 - 37 inch chest
- Medium suitable for 37 - 41 inch chest
- Large suitable for 41 - 45 inch chest
- XL suitable for 45 - 49 inch chest
- 2XL suitable for 49 - 53 inch chest
- 3XL suitable for 53 - 57 inch chest
Q & A's
Q: Is this jacket suitable enough to either iron/sew on a flag patch onto the sleeves?
A: Yes it would be fine (and look pretty good!).
A: Yes it would be fine (and look pretty good!).
Q: Hello, can you tell me the depth of the lower pockets on a large size Alpha Industries M65 Field jacket please? Regards, Bob.
A: The lower outer pockets are approximately 7 inches from the top of the pocket to the bottom.
A: The lower outer pockets are approximately 7 inches from the top of the pocket to the bottom.
Q: I know this has ahood in the collar ,but can you buy a seperate more substantial hood?
A: The only separate hoods we sell are the Buffalo hoods. These are certainly more substantial, but of a different shade of green/black to the jackets. They also attach to Buffalo jackets via velcro which the Alpha jacket doesn't have, so you'd have to either sew the hood on, or attach a strip of velcro to the jacket, but it is achievable.
A: The only separate hoods we sell are the Buffalo hoods. These are certainly more substantial, but of a different shade of green/black to the jackets. They also attach to Buffalo jackets via velcro which the Alpha jacket doesn't have, so you'd have to either sew the hood on, or attach a strip of velcro to the jacket, but it is achievable.
Q: I was thinking of buying this jacket for my husband for Xmas, can you buy it with the liner?? I'd prefer to have both for him.
A: Yes we also sell the liner, product ref 01026.
A: Yes we also sell the liner, product ref 01026.
Q: I currently have an M65 regiment field jacket. It is much cheaper cost wise than the Alpha Industries M65 field jacket which is suprising as the M65 Regiment jacket has a really warm lining and the Alpha industries one does not. Can you tell me why the Alpha jacket is more expensive as it appears to have less going for it apart from being made famous due to Stallone wearing an older version of it in the movie 'first blood'
A: Alpha Industries invented this style of jacket and so they are the only ones that can claim to be producing the 'original and authentic' ones. Alpha also have a reputation of producing extremely high quality garments.
A: Alpha Industries invented this style of jacket and so they are the only ones that can claim to be producing the 'original and authentic' ones. Alpha also have a reputation of producing extremely high quality garments.
Q: does it the jacket have ALPHA stamped on the zip on the collar ?
A: Yes it does.
A: Yes it does.
Q: Please could you tell me the measurement in inches from the collar to the hem of a size Large/Regular Alpha Industries m65 field jacket.
A: Measured from the top of the collar at the front to the bottom of the hem is approximately 31.5 inches.
A: Measured from the top of the collar at the front to the bottom of the hem is approximately 31.5 inches.
Q: Could you tell me the length in inches from the collar to the hem of a medium and large size regular Alpha Industries M65 jacket? Thanks.
A: The medium from the top of the collar to the hem is approx 34 inches and the Large is approx 35.5 inches
A: The medium from the top of the collar to the hem is approx 34 inches and the Large is approx 35.5 inches
Q: Which are the armpit to armpit measurements for the Alpha Industries M65 in Small and X-Small
A: Unfortunately the X-Small size is not available. The measurement for the Small size armpit to armpit is approximately 22.5"
A: Unfortunately the X-Small size is not available. The measurement for the Small size armpit to armpit is approximately 22.5"
Q: I have a Rothco M65..which is a Small Regular (SR) size..but I notice this size isn't listed, what size should I order?
A: All our Alpha M65 jackets are regular length, so just order Small.
A: All our Alpha M65 jackets are regular length, so just order Small.
Q: Can you tell me the armpit to armpit measurement for the Alpha Industries M65 in Medium, please?
A: The armpit to armpit measurement for a size medium is approximately 25.5 inches.
A: The armpit to armpit measurement for a size medium is approximately 25.5 inches.
Q: can you tell me if this has a silver zipper with an extra piece of material on the zip
A: It has a gold zipper with a piece of material the same colour as the jacket attached.
A: It has a gold zipper with a piece of material the same colour as the jacket attached.
Q: Do you have armpit to armpit measurements of the XL one? What is the length like on the XL and L.
A: The approximate measurements for the XL size jacket armpit to armpit is 29" and for the large size 27.5". The length from the top of the collar at the front to the hem is 32" for the XL and 31.5" for the large size.
A: The approximate measurements for the XL size jacket armpit to armpit is 29" and for the large size 27.5". The length from the top of the collar at the front to the hem is 32" for the XL and 31.5" for the large size.
Q: Is this is a rustle-free 'soft' material?
A: Although it is not a 'stealth' material, it is still relatively soft.
A: Although it is not a 'stealth' material, it is still relatively soft.
Q: Is there a length difference between the 2XL and 3XL sizes? if so could you tell me the lengths?(from where the collar folds to the bottom along the zipper line)
A: There is no difference in length between these two sizes, it is just the chest size that increases.
A: There is no difference in length between these two sizes, it is just the chest size that increases.
Q: hi my chest size is 49" i would like a linner to fit this jacket but i do like a genarous fit witch size would you recommend?
if i had both the jacket and the linner would there be a discount?
A: If you like the size to be a little generous, then size 2XL would probably be most suitable as this is for a 49"-53" chest. If you also require a liner then you would need the same size to match the jacket. There is no discount with jacket and liner as our prices are already quite competitive.
A: If you like the size to be a little generous, then size 2XL would probably be most suitable as this is for a 49"-53" chest. If you also require a liner then you would need the same size to match the jacket. There is no discount with jacket and liner as our prices are already quite competitive.
Q: Please could you tell me the armpit to armpit measurement, in inches, of the XSmall and Small sizes of the Alpha Industries M65 Field Jacket
A: The x-small measures approximately 21" armpit to armpit and the small size 23".
A: The x-small measures approximately 21" armpit to armpit and the small size 23".
Q: Is this coat waterproof and also is it warm?
A: It is shower-proof, not fully waterproof. We sell the ALS liner which you can put inside to make it warmer.
A: It is shower-proof, not fully waterproof. We sell the ALS liner which you can put inside to make it warmer.
Q: Good morning. I need your advise as I intend to purchase this product distance. And please acept my apology for the dreary correspondence. I am about 5 foot 10', and weigh 85 kgs. I take size 34 jeans. I am a normal body shape. I tried on a friend's size XL Alpha M65 and it was way too big. Is the L still bigger than we might expect in the UK? Judging by the XL, I'm leaning towards the size M but it sounds like it would be too little. Help - what size would you recommend for Tony Blair or Rick Stein or Prince Charles...?!
A: These do tend to come up rather large as they are designed to be worn over other layers and/or with a liner. I would normally recommend a size Medium for Tony, Rick or Charles, or perhaps a large if they wanted it particularly roomy.
A: These do tend to come up rather large as they are designed to be worn over other layers and/or with a liner. I would normally recommend a size Medium for Tony, Rick or Charles, or perhaps a large if they wanted it particularly roomy.
Q: If i take a size medium in an ma1 will a medium in this coat also fit?
A: These tend to come up a little larger than the MA1 as they are designed to be worn over other layers and/or with a liner.
A: These tend to come up a little larger than the MA1 as they are designed to be worn over other layers and/or with a liner.
Q: I take a size: Chest 37 to 41 in. Height 67 to 71. Is this a large or XL?
A: According to the label inside the jacket, a Medium is suitable for 37 - 41 inch chest.
A: According to the label inside the jacket, a Medium is suitable for 37 - 41 inch chest.
Q: Whithout wanting to appear rude could you confirm that this is a genuine Alpha Industries M65 Field Jacket as in the past i have bought a reproduction
A: Yes, this is a genuine Alpha Industries jacket, complete with the Alpha tags and labels.
A: Yes, this is a genuine Alpha Industries jacket, complete with the Alpha tags and labels.
Q: What is the height range for the extra large size? Is there only one range or is extra large available in short, medium and tall?
A: This item is just available in Regular length.
A: This item is just available in Regular length.
Q: Can you tell me the armpit to armpit measurement in inches, of the Medium and Large sizes of the Alpha Industries M65 Field Jacket?
A: The medium measures approx 24.5 inches across. The large measures approx 26.5 inches across. However, there are pleats at the side to provide extra room.
A: The medium measures approx 24.5 inches across. The large measures approx 26.5 inches across. However, there are pleats at the side to provide extra room.
Q: Is this jacket really original Alpha-Industries jacket or is it only an Alpha-Industries Design but a no-name producer of Asia or something like that?
A: This particular one is an original Alpha Industries jacket. We do also do the "no name" ones.
A: This particular one is an original Alpha Industries jacket. We do also do the "no name" ones.
Q: It says it has buttons for lining attachment, does it come with a lining or is that a seperate?
A: No, the lining is sold separate. Please search for ALS Liner to view this product.
A: No, the lining is sold separate. Please search for ALS Liner to view this product.
Q: Can you tell me please what it says on the label inside jacket and is it same colour olive green and style as a original army issue?
A: It gives height and chest measurements for each size along with the NATO size. It also lists the NATO stock number, an example of which is 8415-01-099-7841. It also says 'Coat, cold weather, man's field. Alpha Industries, inc. RN 35569, Knoxville, TN, USA. Shell: 50% Nylon / 50% Cotton. Lining: 65% Polyester, 35% Cotton'. It is the same as an original army issue.
A: It gives height and chest measurements for each size along with the NATO size. It also lists the NATO stock number, an example of which is 8415-01-099-7841. It also says 'Coat, cold weather, man's field. Alpha Industries, inc. RN 35569, Knoxville, TN, USA. Shell: 50% Nylon / 50% Cotton. Lining: 65% Polyester, 35% Cotton'. It is the same as an original army issue.
Q: Do you Alpha M-65's in short, regular and long lengths?
A: We only have these in regular length.
A: We only have these in regular length.
Reviews (any views expressed are solely those of the reviewer)
Six Months On
Six months on and one button has falled off - that's all. One popper is a bit stiff and could do with a bit of lubricating but everything else is perfect. Zip works perfectly and no frayed edges. I've said before that it isn't a waterproof jacket but I have been wearing the Alpha M65 in some quite heavy rain and it is very water repellent so much so that I have only got wet the once! Sizing - I have the XL and I have a 46 inch chest and I like the fact that the jacket is big enough to fit over a couple of extra layers for those really cold days. It's my outdoors jacket of choice, I like the colour (Olive) and I like the feel of it. Would I buy another one? Well, unless my M65 catches fire or gets attacked by a swarm of NyCo eating locusts I won't NEED to buy one, but I WOULD buy another - probably in a smaller size and without the liner to wear as more of a casual jacket rather than for 'outdoors' wear.
Pros: Authentic look and feel, Heavyweight, hardwearing jacket, Alpha quality
Cons: Poor hood
Sizing: Feels about right
Would recommend: Yes
Reviewed by Mike Barnes in East Preston on the West Sussex Coast on 19 Apr 2013.
Alpha Industries M65 Field Jacket - Sizing
This is a very good jacket and I can concur with all the positive comments of others. Regarding the zip problem mentioned by one person, who was perhaps unlucky, given good lubrication the brass zip works well and stands up to alot of punishment. On the sizes, having lived in Noth America for five years a rule of thumb is if you normally take a UK large get a USA medium. I forgot this myself and bought a large! The result is I am wearing a tent! But wow is it warm with the liner, I've been out in -9c in the north of Scotland this week and didn't notice.
Pros: none
Cons: none
Would recommend: Yes
Reviewed by Don in Aberlour on 15 Dec 2012.
Two months on
I've had my Alpha Industries M65 jacket for over two months now and it's been keeping me warm when out walking my two dogs and it looks damn good too. I'd like to respond to one critic of the Alpha M65 - remember that the Alpha M65 is made of NyCo - 50% nylon, 50% cotton, this is far more hard wearing than the polyester and cotton M65 and better than the 100% cotton version also. It is a far superior material in every respect. You get what you pay for and quality costs more. If I buy another M65 jacket, I'll be buying one made of NyCo.
Pros: Hard wearing, Military heritage, Great looks
Cons: Poor hood
Sizing: Feels about right
Would recommend: Yes
Reviewed by Mike Barnes in East Preston on 04 Dec 2012.
Great looking jacket
I bought the Alpha Industries M65 Field Jacket to wear when walking my two dogs. It is a heavy jacket and feels very warm even without the liner. I'm 5' 11'' with a 48 inch chest and I ordered the XL and the liner and the sizing feels right for me. The jacket looks and feels authentic. It isn't waterproof - it does repel a light shower but any sustained and heavier rain and you will get wet. I don't think the hood would be much good in keeping my head dry or warm either. I'd like to ask M&G if they could supply the M65 button-on fur trimmed hood as seen on the M65 Fishtail Parka. I think that would be a good addition to the M65 Field Jacket - M&G could that be a possibilty? I'd certainly buy one.
Pros: Warm, Heavy weight material, Authentic look and feel, Original M65 design
Cons: Poor hood
Sizing: Feels about right
Would recommend: Yes
Follow-up by Meanandgreen: Hi Mike, at the moment we have no plans to stock the button-on fur trimmed hood, but we'll look into it.
Reviewed by Mike Barnes in East Preston, West Sussex on 27 Sep 2012.
Second Review - a year on
This is an update on my earlier review written shortly after buying the coat a year ago.
I still love the style and may buy another M65 style jacket, although I am not sure I would pay for another Alpha Industries one.
I wore this walking to work almost every day from October until June this year. The cloth and stitching have held up fine but very disappointingly the zip broke near the end.
Reading my old review (and in light of the above failure) I now realise I was not critical enough. I could have got a much better jacket (perhaps even a waterproof one) for the same money.
The M&G version of the M65 is a lot cheaper and (judging from the high quality of the their military shorts) I strongly suspect it will be better quality also.
It is still a great coat though I am downgrading my initial score of 5 stars to 4 as a result of the value for money aspect.
Pros: Cool design, Warm, Distinctive styling, Very strong cloth
Cons: Snap buttons feel cheap, Not waterproof, Short lived zip
Sizing: Feels about right
Would recommend: No
Reviewed by Canisavius in Yorkshire on 18 Sep 2012.
Rambo & Robert De Niro wore one in Taxi Driver!
My new one replaced my original bought in the seventies and given to my son. Durable, well designed, comfortable, windproof, almost waterproof, useful pockets and adjustments. However, the main thing ro recommend it is how cool it looks, even my wife loves it! Feels like a nuclear bunker when everything is snugged down.
Pros: Soft and comfortable feel, Over engineered, Hard wearing, Rugged, Looks great
Cons: Weedy hood, Styled for fat blokes
Sizing: Feels large
Would recommend: Yes
Reviewed by Martin Atton in Taunton Somerset on 09 Jun 2012.
Absolutley great!
I was initially reluctant to buy this as I have the Surplus Raw Vintage M65, but I'm really glad I did. The Alpha M65 is a much nicer colour and is very well made indeed. At 5ft 4" I oped for size small, which is a good fit in the arms, but the real bonus is that it's a little bit more loose in the cut, therefore it's not as tight on my beer belly. I'm happy with this coat and the cheaper imitations and M65 'style' jackets pale in comparison to the real deal. The difference between size small and size medium is signigicant however, so if you are on the shorter side, go for small.
Pros: Roomier in the waist, Very comfortable, Sensible sleeve length, Lots of detail, Very well made - quality item
Cons: Wanted 'short' length
Sizing: Feels about right
Would recommend: Yes
Reviewed by Chris in County Durham on 07 May 2012.
Excellent jacket
Great classic looking jacket.
i went for this as it supposed to be the best quality m65 on the market.
havnt tried the ones that are more than half the price though, so not entirely sure how it would compare to a less expensive version for quality.
also the other ones come with a liner included, you have to buy the liner for this jacket seperately.....i put my trust in the good reputation of alpha industries on the assumption that quality will be better than " cheapness ".
Pros: Good quality
Cons: Expensive.
Sizing: Feels about right
Would recommend: Yes
Reviewed by Simon in essex. on 14 Mar 2012.
Hardwearing and Classic lines
I had a green one of these in College in the 'eighties and loved it; so I bought one here recently as a trip down memory lane. I was a bit disappointed at first that it is now made in China rather than Knoxville Tennessee, but that was clearly me being sentimental! It's all I hoped it would be - very hard wearing and surprisingly warm even without the liner (which I have also bought). With the liner it's very snug indeed. The two inside pockets are a modern addition I think but very useful.
It's a great jacket and I have worn it everyday since I got it six weeks ago. I keep seeing people wearing modern fashion copies of the basic M65 pattern but I prefer the classic and unfussy original. The sleeves have such a distinctive cut to them. I love it.
Pros: Very tough material, Warm, Comfortable, Great brass zip, Nice tailoring
Cons: Stitching seems light, Hood is pretty pointless, Shower proof only
Sizing: Feels about right
Would recommend: Yes
Reviewed by Canisavius in North Yorkshire on 21 Nov 2011.
A Classic For A Reason
I've been a user of the M65 jacket for a few years now, since before I joined the military, the years through it and now, since leaving. Throughout all that time it's proved itself a brilliant piece of kit, and every time I've moved away from it to something else-usually far more expensive and civilian-I've ended up coming back to it. Due to my old one finally getting trashed after 20 years of service, I took the plunge last December and bought another, complete with the liner. What a brilliant decision; just after I received it, the temps got themselves down to -16°C. With a woollen pullover and a hat, this rig saw me through some genuinely Arctic weather. In the 9 months since purchase, it's been out with me into the woods (I'm into bushcrafting) and it's never went wrong. Not a stich has came loose, nothing has ripped, and despite the downpours, it has kept me dry and snug. For the money, these are unbeatable. M65 every time.
Pros: Comfortable, Warm, Fit, Storage
Cons: More internal pockets please.
Sizing: Feels about right
Would recommend: Yes
Reviewed by Billy in Scotland on 20 Aug 2011.
Great
I purchased about a year ago and it has never disappointed, I still looks and feels as new and is very tough. Although it's listed as not being waterproof It has not let me down in the rain. It is quite warm in the winter but I am considering buying the liner. I will definitely buy again but I don't think I will need to as it has survived what ever I have thrown at it.
Pros: Practical, Cool in summer, Warm in winter, Tough
Cons: Only a few sizes
Sizing: Feels about right
Would recommend: Yes
Reviewed by Steve in London on 12 Jul 2011.
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