Fit Check Thread for Jackets

[WolfofStateSt]

For sure the Billy Reid fits better, not solely because of the sleeve length.

Yeah, then I think I'll keep the Billy Reid and give the other Peacoat to my friend, who has been looking for one for a while. Having too many peacoats or coats in general will probably give me decision fatigue—the Billy Reid is by no means a bad coat, either.

It really ultimately comes down to what you're comfortable with in the end. They're shorter than I could live with, but that's me...




I'm not one for definitive statements on what is necessary at certain temperatures, as we're all different: you'll find plenty of folks will queue up to tell you an Irvin or a B3 is "overkill for London Winter", but both proved ideal for me. Some folks find a longer winter jacket preferable to keep the spine end warmer on the go, or because they're wearing a blazer underneath, so it's all relative really. If the IH N1 is a good length for you and is heavy enough for you in that cold, though, it's definitely a good option.

It is going to drop to -7 degrees this week. I’ll see how I feel in my Parka and my Deck Jacket. That will decide if I buy another Parka after retiring this one. There are plenty of vintage N3Bs at reasonable prices compared to the repro heritage market.

I bought a used Canada Goose jacket on eBay a while back for a couple of hundred dollars, but I couldn't even zip it up because it was too small. I returned it and thankfully received a full refund. Now that I've had one in hand, I can confidently say that I will never buy another Canada Goose jacket again, unless something unexpected occurs.

 

[handymike]

When I lived in NYC, the N3-B was my Winter coat- Spiewak Golden Fleece purchased at a military surplus store on Third (or Park Ave. S).

 

[Peter Mackin]

When I was in new York for a couple of days I went to the surplus store up near the bus station in hells kitchen looking for a N3-b,nothing doing unfortunately.

 

[WolfofStateSt]

When I was in new York for a couple of days I went to the surplus store up near the bus station in hells kitchen looking for a N3-b,nothing doing unfortunately.

I recently bought an M47 Army Parka from Queens. It was a big mistake; it smells interesting…

Reselling it.

 

[WolfofStateSt]

I am just going through my wardrobe deciding what to keep. Here are two RM jackets I think fit me great. Wonder what y’all think. Plus any more opinions on the Billy Reid Peacoat. I think these are all keepers, had these jackets for a few years.

 

[Will Zach]

I am just going through my wardrobe deciding what to keep. Here are two RM jackets I think fit me great. Wonder what y’all think. Plus any more opinions on the Billy Reid Peacoat. I think these are all keepers, had these jackets for a few years.

Nice wardrobe, dude. I like the shearling fit a lot, but maybe the sleeves are a bit short? Normally I would say these are okay on the shorter side, but in winter maybe you want your wrists covered... Check that, gloves will take care of that.

 

[WolfofStateSt]

Nice wardrobe, dude. I like the shearling fit a lot, but maybe the sleeves are a bit short? Normally I would say these are okay on the shorter side, but in winter maybe you want your wrists covered... Check that, gloves will take care of that.

Yeah, I think these all fit very well. Of the jackets I have posted, the shearling B3 sleeves are much better than the rest. I also have a Baracuta G9, but I know that fits fine.

I’m debating whether it is time to pass on the WW2 USN Peacoat. I have plenty of coats, and I’m unsure of the fit. It feels tighter than the Billy Reid. On the fence probably means it will go ngl.

@Peacoat I would consider you the expect, what be your final verdict on my WW2 Peacoat? Being that you said it is a size or two too small; I should probably get rid of it?

 

[newtojackets]

I am just going through my wardrobe deciding what to keep. Here are two RM jackets I think fit me great. Wonder what y’all think. Plus any more opinions on the Billy Reid Peacoat. I think these are all keepers, had these jackets for a few years.

Alll fit you great (though I’m of the personal view that A2s in general are unflattering).

The B-3 and pea coat look amazing