At 210, my chest is 50".
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In Europe, we prefer the Helikon M65.
With the sleeves rolled up, and no liner, it's just right for 60 - 70 degrees Fahrenheit, or room temperature, worn over a t-shirt when I need extra pockets.
Thanks for the reminder. I always forget about Helikon but I can order them direct from the UK for affordable prices, much less than getting Alpha. (Yes, I know it's a Polish company, but there's a ton of retailers in the UK who sell their stuff.)In Europe, we prefer the Helikon M65. They are seemingly true-to-size.
Thanks for posting your memories/experiences. This sort of stuff is always interesting & useful on a clothing forum!The history of that particular garment was that it was handed to me at a training camp. Since we were only there for 10 days of exercises, I doubt if high quality uniforms were issued. Removed the liners since we were in a hot climate. Removed all of the buttons and drawcords so that they don't get in the way, snag, et cetera. Stitched down the epaulettes by hand so that our pack straps didn't pull them off. Unrolled the hood, then stuffed them into the back of the jacket so that the collar isn't as bulky. Some guys cut off the hood & epaulettes, as they were of no use to that particular exercise. Some of the guys threw the jackets away or gave them to someone else, because it took up too much space in their luggage. With the sleeves rolled up, and no liner, it's just right for 60 - 70 degrees Fahrenheit, or room temperature, worn over a t-shirt when I need extra pockets.
Thanks for the reminder. I always forget about Helikon but I can order them direct from the UK for affordable prices, much less than getting Alpha. (Yes, I know it's a Polish company, but there's a ton of retailers in the UK who sell their stuff.)
That sounds like a better value for money spent. I like Alpha. A good product. But the price is high. And a high price for Made in China.
do you have any personal experience with how they fit?The Helikon M65 is the genuine M65.
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do you have any personal experience with how they fit?