MID-WEIGHT
Suitable for mild or colder winter climates ranging 25 F to 40 F
PRODUCT DETAILS
We’ve given our Slim-Fit M-65 a modern makeover in the Defender. Made of 100% vintage cotton slub and treated with a heavy garment washed with stones, this field coat has an updated finish and different feel. The fit can be tailored even more with the drawstring waist. Pair it with the Defender liner for additional warmth.
This M-65 has a hidden hood in the zippered collar.
Four front-body flap pockets with snap closure and one interior zippered pocket provide plenty of storage.
Features a snap-closure as well as button-closure epaulets and adjustable cuffs.
Includes a vintage hang tag and Alpha’s new mini-dog tag.
PRODUCT HISTORY
The M-65 field coat was first issued to the U.S. Armed Services in 1965 as a replacement for the M-51 field coat. The M-65 represented the culmination of field coat design, drawing on the technological developments of the M-43 and M-51 field coats used in WWII and Korea. The M-65 incorporated the bi-swing back and oversize design originally developed for the M-41 to provide more room for soldiers to carry everything from personal items to extra ammunition. The M-65 also used the covered zipper and snap front closure from the M-51 that allowed soldiers to crawl on their stomachs without the jacket opening and snagging on obstacles. The M-65 also kept the interior buttons and removable liner from the M-51 for greater warmth and versatility across different climates.
The M-65 included new features, including a roll-up hood and a Velcro cuff designed to extend out and attach or cover gloves. The M-65 also introduced a brand new fabric for the outer shell: NYCO®, a nylon and cotton sateen combination that was extremely durable and water repellent. Alpha Industries made more M-65’s than any other U.S. contractor and produced over 500,000 units a year at the height of production. Today, Alpha continues to produce the M-65 to the original military specification, delivering a classic, quality, and authentic field coat to our customers.
PRODUCT DETAILS
- This M-65 has a hidden hood in the zippered collar.
- Four front-body flap pockets with snap closure and one interior zippered pocket provide plenty of storage.
- Features a snap-closure as well as button-closure epaulets and adjustable cuffs.
- Includes a vintage hang tag and Alpha’s new mini-dog tag.
PRODUCT HISTORY
The M-65 field coat was first issued to the U.S. Armed Services in 1965 as a replacement for the M-51 field coat. The M-65 represented the culmination of field coat design, drawing on the technological developments of the M-43 and M-51 field coats used in WWII and Korea. The M-65 incorporated the bi-swing back and oversize design originally developed for the M-41 to provide more room for soldiers to carry everything from personal items to extra ammunition. The M-65 also used the covered zipper and snap front closure from the M-51 that allowed soldiers to crawl on their stomachs without the jacket opening and snagging on obstacles.
The M-65 also kept the interior buttons and removable liner from the M-51 for greater warmth and versatility across different climates. The M-65 included new features, including a roll-up hood and a Velcro cuff designed to extend out and attach or cover gloves. The M-65 also introduced a brand new fabric for the outer shell: NYCO®, a nylon and cotton sateen combination that was extremely durable and water repellent. Alpha Industries made more M-65’s than any other U.S. contractor and produced over 500,000 units a year at the height of production. Today, Alpha continues to produce the M-65 to the original military specification, delivering a classic, quality, and authentic field coat to our customers.
FIT GUIDE
SELECT A REGION:
| SIZE | NECK (IN) | CHEST (IN) | WAIST (IN) | HIP (IN) | SLEEVE (IN) | INSEAM (IN) | HEIGHT | WEIGHT (LBS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 14-14 1/2 | 36-38 | 30-32 | 36-38 | 31-32 | 31 1/2 | Regular 5'6" to 6' | 130-145 |
| S | 14-14 1/2 | 38-40 | 32-34 | 38-40 | 32-33 | 31 1/2 | 145-160 | |
| M | 15-15 1/2 | 40-42 | 34-36 | 40-42 | 33-34 | 32 | 160-175 | |
| L | 16-16 1/2 | 42-44 | 36-38 | 42-44 | 34-35 | 32 | 175-190 | |
| XL | 17-17 1/2 | 44-46 | 38-40 | 44-46 | 35-36 | 32 1/2 | 190-215 | |
| 2XL | 18-18 1/2 | 46-48 | 40-42 | 46-48 | 36-37 | 32 1/2 | 215-230 | |
| 3XL | 19-19 1/2 | 48-50 | 42-44 | 48-50 | 37-38 | 33 | 230-245 |
HOW TO MEASURE:
NECK
Measure around base of neckline, keeping one finger between your neck and the measuring tape.
CHEST
Measure around body with tape leveled on the fullest part of your chest.
WAIST
Measure around your waist with the tape leveled at the narrowest point of your torso.
SLEEVE LENGTH
With arm relaxed at your side, measure from center back neck, to point of shoulder, and along the arm to the wrist (just below round bone).
HIP
Stand with heels 2—3” apart. Keep the tape leveled and measure around the fullest part of your hips.
INSEAM
Measure pants that fit you well, and feel comfortable. Lay pants flat on table, and smooth the front and back crease. Measure along the inseam from crotch to bottom of edge of hem.