What makes the M-65 Field Jacket unique?9 Notable Details at a Glance!
From here, we will introduce each of the M-65’s distinctive details to further deepen our understanding of the M-65 Field Jacket.
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1) [Stand collar with built-in hood] The most distinctive feature of the M-65 field jacket is the stand collar. The thick stand collar with a simple hood stored inside the zip accentuates the masculine and martial atmosphere. The neck has a Velcro flap that can be worn with T-shirts, shirts, hoodies, turtlenecks, and a wide range of other innerwear.
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2) [Front 4 pockets] The front 4 pockets with flaps that excel in storage capacity are also a unique detail of the M-65 field jacket, along with the stand collar. The upper two pockets are patch pockets, and the lower two pockets are ball-rimmed with the pocket pouch cloth inside.
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The 1st and 2nd models have “aluminum zips,” the 3rd has “brass zips,” and the 4th has “YKK plastic zips. The front of the bag has a winged design that hides the buttons and zip when the front is closed, so it is a good idea to close the front all the way for a more sophisticated look.
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④[Drawcord at waist and hem] For an Italian dandy look, close the drawcord at the waist for a shapely effect. If you want a sporty, lightweight look, you can change the silhouette to suit your taste, such as browsing by closing the drawcord at the hem.
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5) [Epaulettes] M-65 field jackets other than the 1st type have epaulettes attached. Epaulettes are called shoulder straps or shoulder decorations, and it is said that they were originally attached to military uniforms as badges to indicate official position or rank, or to prevent the straps of binoculars or water bottles from slipping off. Some sources say that they were also used as handles for dragging wounded soldiers.
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6) [Triangular flap at the cuff] The cuff has a triangular shaped flap that can be folded back and stored. This is a detail to fix mittens. This gimmick unique to military wear tickles men’s hearts.
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⑦ 【Tucked sleeves & action pleats on the back】Tucked sleeves around the elbows and action pleats on the back are set to facilitate smooth movement when worn. This is an important detail that creates a martial atmosphere unique to military wear, which was manufactured with an emphasis on practicality, albeit humble.
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8) [Highly functional blend of nylon & cotton] The M-51 Field Jacket, its predecessor, used 100% cotton fabric, but from the M-65, the fabric was changed to a 50/50 cotton/nylon blend. It is commonly known as NYCO material, and is characterized by its superior functionality in terms of quick-drying, durability, flame resistance, and moisture absorption. There are also M-65 field jackets other than solid colors, and depending on the age and purpose, M-65 field jackets with all-over patterns such as Woodland, Desert, and ACU camo are also available. Today, the jacket is also available in beige, navy, black, and other colors that were not available in real military wear, but are now easily fashionable.
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⑨ [Buttons for attaching and detaching the liner] The inside front of the M-65 field jacket is equipped with buttons for attaching the liner. Liners are often sold separately at vintage stores and brands that sell replicas. If you are equipped with a liner, you can expect to be active in all seasons except summer, spring, fall, and winter.
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Today, all kinds of fashion brands are developing various field jackets, referring to the details of the M-65 as described above. For example, the M-65 has a stand collar and four front pockets, but other details have been omitted to give it a sophisticated look that is easy to use in fashion. For those who are not comfortable with the “stiffness” of real military jackets, we recommend checking out M-65 type outerwear developed by fashion brands!
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M-65 Field Jacket OutfitsMatch with gray jeans for a martial yet urban look
While accentuating the martial atmosphere of the M-65 Field Jacket, gray jeans can be worn with an urban look. Matching gray jeans. The slim pants type will accentuate the sharp atmosphere as shown in the snap below, while the wide silhouette will give you a trendy and relaxed mood.
M-65 Field Jacket Featured Outfits
If you want to put together a clean look with the M-65 Field Jacket, it is a good idea to pair it with a knit sweater and white pants as shown in the coordination below. By wearing the M-65 as if you were wearing a tailored jacket in an office casual outfit, you can create an appearance that gives the impression of an adult with room to spare.
M-65 Field Jacket Featured OutfitsChoose a black M-65 to accentuate the cool guy vibe!
If you want to blend in with the concrete buildings lining the streets of Tokyo, choose a black M-65 field jacket. The rugged look, which is different from olive green, gives the jacket a modern and cool look.
M-65 Field Jacket Attention-Getting Outfits
We caught up with a gentleman who expressed a coordinated presence with a camouflage M-65 Field Jacket. If you are looking for a new look that is different from the rest of the crowd, we recommend the M-65 field jacket with a camouflage pattern. The camouflage is basically based on earth colors and goes well with basic men’s colors such as navy and gray, so it is not as difficult to wear as you might think.
M-65 Field Jacket Featured Outfits
Realistic M-65 field jackets have a sewing quality that is typical of mass production, for better or worse. Therefore, some people may think ” I wish the sewing and tailoring quality was a little higher. For such people, we recommend the M-65 Field Jacket, which has been upcycled and redesigned to give it a luxurious appearance. Take, for example, the M-65 field jacket from ” Emme Zeta Archeve ” by Marco Zambardo, shown in the snap below. This is a remake model made only when a vintage M65 body of Marco Zambardo’s favorite model comes out. The customization reflects his unique sensibilities, and the removable hamster fur and nylon padded liner give it a luxurious look.
The M-65 Field Jacket is designed to have a pleasantly long length. Therefore, the M-65 field jacket is often worn over a tailored jacket, as seen in Mr. Zambardo’s outfit above, at Pitti Uomo.
Click here to see more outfitsM-65 Field Jacket Codes at a glance in the gallery!
For a comprehensive look at the hottest M-65 field jacket outfits, check out the gallery below or the OTOKOMAE snap page. On the snap page, you can see a list of the hottest snaps that the OTOKOMAE editorial staff has taken overseas. Using the hashtag function, you can check all the snaps focusing on a single item at once. If you register as a member, you can save your favorite snaps and articles, so be sure to take advantage of this feature.