They will allow you to return it for exchange or store credit on your own dime. I'm not sure of the legalities, but it's unusual for the USA as well. That being said, I get the impression that they are a relatively small company, and the product IS priced significantly cheaper than most other USA made options (about 1/3 - 1/2 what others charge in my experience).
I've seen cases where a company will take the standard jacket and add lining, and the jacket will fit smaller than expected. This one surprised me because the measurements for the lined version are different than the measurements for the unlined version (as they should be, since the thick sherpa lining changes the fit dramatically). They're still sized small in spite of the fact that it appears like they really tried to do everything right. I should also note that the sleeve length and shoulder width are accurate, it's just the chest circumference that doesn't add up. I should try wrapping the tape around the whole jacket and measuring - maybe that's why their measurement is what it is.
I like the Steadfast, and I would have bought one, but I don't need another unlined jacket. The longer arms would be perfect for me. If it had a blanket lining and a corduroy collar, I'd already have one.
Honestly, the indigo denim doesn't feel much thicker - I was a **little** disappointed. The 15oz broken twill on my Ship John Ramblin Jacket feels thicker and stiffer, even without a lining. The color is really nice on the indigo Bravestar - it's darker than the pics on their website make it look. Oddly, I have more issues with the sleeve length on this one. The measurements are the same ( I measured both) but the arms feel shorter on the indigo. I think the selvedge will stretch a little in length if try, but I may let go of this one because of sleeve length. I should note that I have longer than average arms, and the sleeve length should be more than adequate for most people.
At risk of sounding weird, I did actually think of you when I first tried it on - I don't know how you can move in a medium. I thought you had a bigger chest measurement than me and I'd bet you have thicker arms. The arm circumference is just enough - it works with a layer, but it's close. The large is a very nice fit standing up, but it's bordering on restrictive when sitting in a car with my arms up on the steering wheel. It'll work, but any tighter and I couldn't use it. I would love to try on an XL. I bet it wouldn't look as good, but it might be functionally better and it might not look too bad since it tapers to the waist.
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