BranditMen's M-65 Giant Jacket Olive Size XL

I thought the reviews of people just gushing over this thing we’re all paid promotion. But holy crow, when you actually see it for yourself…Not only is this thing incredibly well made but it’s utterly practical. I bought it as a motorcycle jacket for multiple seasons. The removable inner liner is so ridiculously warm. What is that, alpaca? Must be some extinct animal fur. It feels like heaven. And looks great as a stand-alone bomber. Comfy enough to sleep in.The outer layer is incredible. Thick, solid, attractive. I can’t speak on the longevity but I can tell you this- I’d be willing (not wanting) to eat it wearing this jacket. No it’s not officially padded, and no I wouldn’t be doing 200mph pro races wearing only this, but it takes a lot of willpower to put your shoulder into the pavement to save your arm and hand in a spill. I’ll trust my tattoos to this jacket in most riding conditions.Little things make it perfect for me. The stash away hood. The enclosures around every opening to stop wing from getting in. The cut and stitching. All top notch.The things that worried me in the reviews were stuff about the zipper and size issues. The inner jacket is held on by another zipper that functions independently when apart. Maybe that’s why they put the zipper on the left. Who knows? Who cares. Is that really such a big deal?I’m 6 foot 230ish and I got an XL. the outer layer is baggy but presentable and the inner layer is cozy yet spacious. When together you feel like the Michelin man, but that’s to be expected wearing essentially 2 heavy coats. If you want this jacket to fit like a button down shirt, maybe order a size down. If you want your jacket to fit like a heavy duty jacket should, order your size.Shipment took slightly longer than expected but the seller was quick to make things right with me.This is probably the most rewarding Amazon purchase I’ve ever made. If I saw this in person with a $500 tag in it I wouldn’t think twice. Worth every penny.

It said it would take a month to get here...it took about 3 days! First off let me say that I bought a different Brandit jacket that did not fit well and I had to return. This jacket however is amazing. It was hard for me to find detailed sizing info so I'll give mine to help out the community. I ordered the XL jacket; I am 6'1'' and about 220 pounds with about a 43 inch chest. This jacket fits snug with the liner in, about enough space to wear a fleece along with the jacket and liner. Without the liner it's a good loose fit but not too loose. It comes down right to the end of my bottom but not past the cheeks. The sleeves are long...almost an inch or two too long but they have this weird hook and loop square that pulls back some of the length and then they have the hook and loop tightener so you can keep the sleeves on the wrist no problem.The jacket is of good quality, great for the spring/fall without the liner, good for a blizzard with it. The zipper is on the left which is a bit awkward and the inner zipper for the liner is made of plastic but seems sturdy nonetheless. The liner itself is warm enough to be used as a smoking jacket or something when it gets chilly. It's almost like getting two jackets in one. It does have an internal cinch cord if you want a fitted look and it has one at the bottom too...(in case you want to tie yourself up like a trash bag.) My only beef with the jacket is the massive GIANT M65 and BRANDIT logos on it. They simulate a name tape and military branch tape but to me they're a bit tacky. I easily removed them with a seam ripper in a few minutes. Problem solved.All in all an excellent jacket and one of my very favorite. I would recommend to anyone who likes the M65 style jacket. I did serve and I will tell you this: the modern Army field jacket is thicker than this one but the liner is thinner. This jacket is suitable for more climates than the real field jacket and the liner of the Brandit is more substantial--almost like having a second jacket. I hope this helps.

Great looking coat. But the size ran small. The hood was missing and the zipper was on the wrong side of the coat. Too bad. It really was a cool coat.

Great,looks just like you bought it years ago,lv it,made great

This jacket had the buttons and zipper on the wrong side for men. The jacket had very long sleeves and was tight in the chest and I ordered a jacket a size larger than I usually wear.

This jacket fits like a glove with the insert attached. I was concerned that it may be too big, based upon some of the reviews. I’m 5’ 11” tall and weigh 218 lbs. I ordered an XL jacket. Follow the size guide and you will not go wrong. That’s what I ultimately did and it was right on. Great field jacket! Warm, comfortable, and stylish. Just what I was hoping for.

Slightly tight around inner shoulder armpit areas, doesn't prevent me wearing it. Not enough room underneath for bulky garments and such because of the shoulder area. You could wear a basic sweatshirt or something though or sleeveless vest.Rest of coat fits great.

Used the sizing chart for placing the order, but it is way off. According to Chart we ordered an XL, which is too large. Should have ordered a Medium or Large, not an XL. Also there is a hole in the left side pocket.