Offered here is a Canadian Army Arctic Parka.
Parka shown in the pictures is the actual one that you will get.
These
parkas are well known for fitting much larger than the military sizing
label would indicate (see "actual" measurements listed below). I have provided actual
measurements in inches so you can compare the listed dimensions to an
existing coat/parka that you have; and then you can accurately judge if
this is the parka for you.
Military Sizing Code: 6742
Fits: Someone who is 63.1" to 67" tall
Fits: Someone who has a 37.6" to 41.5" chest
ACTUAL SIZING:
Armpit to Armpit (outside) measurement: 23"
Realistic max chest size: Up to 43" (with a few layers will be snug at that size)
Armpit to Outer sleeve end: 20"
Armpit to knit cuff end: 20.5"
Outer knit cuff end to outer knit cuff end (measured across the chest arms straight out): 64"
Upper back to bottom of the parka (measured where the collar is attached to the upper back): 35"
Knit neck collar top to bottom (measured on front - collar raised up): 34"
Pictures: The
parka in the pictures is the actual parka you will get.
Condition observations: As you can see by the pictures this one is has had some use. The exterior material has some fade, some light staining and a few repairs. My inspector found (please refer to the pictures as well): the wire in the hood (to shape it) is broken in a few places (not a continuous piece), left lower cargo pocket has been repaired, right arm rear has some staining, internal pocket was added on right chest side (stitching can be seen outside). Liner inside shows the typical shading and names written inside. As you can see it is a used and OK unit that will provide years of warm service. All other components look and work as they should.
Features: These coats have a ton of great features that make it one of the best (if not THE best) parkas you will ever own. They are an arctic parka and temperate rated to -40 with appropriate layers under the parka. This version is water resistant, water will bead off the exterior material. This is the older (tougher and heavier) version that was replaced by the Goretex versions - this type has many advantages over the newer Goretex ones (for example brass zippers). The parka features a Nylon / cotton shell, removable liner, and a removable hood. The parka also features:
- Made in Canada
- Large Brass 2-way main zipper
- Removable hood with wire trim (so you can shape it)
- Double chest pockets each side with flaps and with zippers
- Re-enforced elbows (double layer of material)
- Large waist cargo pockets with cargo slots inside
- Front storm flap over main zipper with large buttons
- Adjustable cuff ends on arms with Velcro flap
- Waist and bottom draw strings
- 2 x internal chest pockets with Velcro closure
- Waist, bottom, and hood draw strings
- Roomy sizing
- Excellent craftsmanship
- Warm, durable, practical, and designed for cold weather
- Brand new (rare)
Any questions feel free to ask. Shipping:
I combine shipping and try to get you the best value always.
Canadian Buyers:
We ship by Canada Post Expedited with insurance and tracking. You can expect a 4-10 business day transit time. Unfortunately
Canada Post is an expensive company to use (please do not
blame us).....But, they are much cheaper than courier type companies.
The
initial rate they charge is high, however as we add small items and
increase
the weight of a package, the rate does not increase very much. In order
for you to get the best value for your shipping charges it makes
economical sense to buy a bunch of stuff, the shipping will go up
slightly as more items are added but you will get better value for the
shipping $ spent. A very small & light item will not increase the
shipping cost at all. Being a registered business we have to
charge sales (bleah !) tax.
US Buyers:
Shipping cost is what the post office charges us. In most cases we pay
slightly more than what we charge. Shipping cost includes insurance and
tracking and you can expect a 6 to 14 business day transit time. Canada
Post to the USA is expensive (although cheaper than private companies).
We will ship to the USA
and gladly work with you to get you the best rate if you get multiple
items. These are made in the USA so duty should not be a factor - if
they do charge duty (seldom) you can claim that back at your local
customs office.