Posted: 1/20/2013 6:43:08 PM EDT
Have my eye on one of these, anybody own one or recommend something comparable?
ETA: Checked this out at local surplus store, very stiff and noisy, decided to replace the old M65 with a new Propper M65 |
| I have a truspec one in MC. It's nice but they are fairly big and fairly thick. Because of that they have sort of a rain coat feel to them that the newer stuff doesnt. Not quite as loud with that paper sorta crinkle sound though. Id still probly take a gen 3 over the gen 2 though. My gen 3 goretex is ACU though so I end up wearing both depending on the time of year and weather conditions. Got it for 15 bucks so I cant complain about the color. Look at the gen 3's on ebay though. You can find the ACU ones pretty cheap. |
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What exactly are you looking for in the coat? What will you be doing with it?
I really like my Alpha N-3B parka. It's great for walking the dog or commuting to work on a frigid day. http://www.amazon.com/Alpha-Industries-Mens-N-3B-Parka/dp/B002VWK5UU There are lots of knock offs. I would stick with Alpha brand. The new Alpha N-3B had down as the insulator which is probably warmer but it's also more expensive. http://www.alphaindustries.com/Mens-Flight-Jackets/Alpha-Industries-N-3B-Parka-with-Down.asp Propper is have a super sale on their APCU line. I just got some pieces and they are great. They are very warm and technical, and more suited for hiking, camping, hunting, and shooting in the backcountry. For really harsh conditions, I prefer layering systems like this. http://www.epropper.com/ |
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LL Bean all Season 3-in-1 Jacket:
LL Bean 3-in1 Tough, durable, warm, waterproof, versitile, quality made. Doesn't scream tactical but practical. I own Alpha M-65s (which I love and will never part with), but this is a better all-around jacket. Hood is a huge bonus too. |
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I have a truspec one in MC. It's nice but they are fairly big and fairly thick. Because of that they have sort of a rain coat feel to them that the newer stuff doesnt. Not quite as loud with that paper sorta crinkle sound though. Id still probly take a gen 3 over the gen 2 though. My gen 3 goretex is ACU though so I end up wearing both depending on the time of year and weather conditions. Got it for 15 bucks so I cant complain about the color. Look at the gen 3's on ebay though. You can find the ACU ones pretty cheap. Thanks for the advice, I'll look into it. |
