USAF N-3B parkas - Let's talk about them!!

[crescentfreshgoods]

1972

The “72” in the contract # is the year.

Thank you so much for your help!

 

[WolfofStateSt]

I’m guessing modern down parkas will be warmer than an original N3B?

 

[Peacoat]

I’m guessing modern down parkas will be warmer than an original N3B?

Maybe, maybe not, but they will sure be lighter in weight.

 

[WolfofStateSt]

Maybe, maybe not, but they will sure be lighter in weight.

I just got Reed's original N3A. It is better than the Monarch I recently purchased. The sleeves feel longer and don’t ride up as much, the hood actually zips up, and the fur is in much better condition. I’ll list the Monarch N3A for sale later this week.

I also got a Mooseknuckles 3Q parka on sale 30% off, rated to -22. I'm curious about dry conditions, which would be warmer, purely for academic reasons. I plan to keep both: the 3Q for the city and N3A for the cabin in the north woods.

Any rate both coats combined cost more than a $1000 less than a Real McCoys or Canada Goose parka, I don't know how they justify their prices these day.