What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

[kowalski]

Me wearing my new M-65 jacket:

Did you forget your glasses? and You dropped a few kilos, it good

 

[A-1]

Barbour:

 

[Grayland]

B-3 in a tree
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Scotland finally build a wall to keep you pesky Englishmen out?

 

[bobm]

Chilly today at -3 Celsius, so wearing my old Filson jacket and layering under it.

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Soooooo, for all of us Fahrenheit folks that's about 26F and cold enough, but in comparison a warm spell in much of the USA. Have the same Filson coat and even at 26F, layering is the keyword. Said it before and again, that Filson Mackinaw is a classic American jacket that's been around almost forever, will last almost forever, is timeless and flattering.

 

[torfjord]

Soooooo, for all of us Fahrenheit folks that's about 26F and cold enough, but in comparison a warm spell in much of the USA. Have the same Filson coat and even at 26F, layering is the keyword. Said it before and again, that Filson Mackinaw is a classic American jacket that's been around almost forever, will last almost forever, is timeless and flattering.

I really really like it. It’s not very warm in itself (especially not when it’s windy) but it’s a great layering piece. I can fit a lot of sweaters under it, and somehow it still fits good with just a shirt as well.


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[Atticus Finch]

I like Wisconsin weather...in Wisconsin. Not so much in North Carolina. We dropped below zero last night. Too cold for old heat pumps...and too cold for old Rebels.

But there’s a silver lining. I get to wear vintage jackets that, otherwise, seldom leave the closet. Like this late 1952 (I think) Reed N-3A. These old “A” jackets were really built for cold weather. I’ve got a couple of N-3Bs, and I believe there’s more insulation in this Reed than in both the B jackets, combined. And there just isn’t a vintage color like high-altitude aged, Air Force Blue!

BTW...you can bearly see the 1940s Crown main zipper. Probably the smoothest operating zipper I own.

AF

 

[bobm]

I really really like it. It’s not very warm in itself (especially not when it’s windy) but it’s a great layering piece. I can fit a lot of sweaters under it, and somehow it still fits good with just a shirt as well.


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Same experience here. I am not sure if they (still offer) the 2 different fits for this jacket - regular/fuller fit called Alaska fit and the slimmer fit called Seattle fit. In either case, it's a jacket that would be somewhat limited if it did not allow for proper layering. I have bought many Filson items over the years - and like mostly all of them and have read and posted many reviews. What I find astonishing is when some reviewers say this jacket - or even the double mackinaw (which I have also) is the warmest jacket ever. Maybe they have a faster metabolism than I do, or a better tolerance for very cold weather, whadda I know?
Bottom line for me, when it gets in the single digits - with wind chills taking it down into the negatives, wool jackets usually require too much layering to be comfortable and warm. When it gets into those temps - and colder, the B3 shearling lined jacket or my 15y/o Duluth Trading Company down parka are what I am reaching for.

 

[torfjord]

Same experience here. I am not sure if they (still offer) the 2 different fits for this jacket - regular/fuller fit called Alaska fit and the slimmer fit called Seattle fit. In either case, it's a jacket that would be somewhat limited if it did not allow for proper layering. I have bought many Filson items over the years - and like mostly all of them and have read and posted many reviews. What I find astonishing is when some reviewers say this jacket - or even the double mackinaw (which I have also) is the warmest jacket ever. Maybe they have a faster metabolism than I do, or a better tolerance for very cold weather, whadda I know?
Bottom line for me, when it gets in the single digits - with wind chills taking it down into the negatives, wool jackets usually require too much layering to be comfortable and warm. When it gets into those temps - and colder, the B3 shearling lined jacket or my 15y/o Duluth Trading Company down parka are what I am reaching for.

“Warmest jacket ever” does sound like a rather odd statement about a jacket that is slightly thicker than a flannel shirt...

Your comment about wool jackets and single digits and negatives, was that in Celsius or Fahrenheit? I don’t think I will ever learn how the Fahrenheit scale relates to Celsius [emoji23]

Looked it up and if you want to convert Celsius to Fahrenheit you need to do this calculation apparently: multiply with 9, then divide with 5, and the add 32. Intuitive!


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[ButteMT61]

@A-1 - nice, didn't know you were Zahn McClarnon...

 

[bobm]

“Warmest jacket ever” does sound like a rather odd statement about a jacket that is slightly thicker than a flannel shirt...

Your comment about wool jackets and single digits and negatives, was that in Celsius or Fahrenheit? I don’t think I will ever learn how the Fahrenheit scale relates to Celsius [emoji23]

Looked it up and if you want to convert Celsius to Fahrenheit you need to do this calculation apparently: multiply with 9, then divide with 5, and the add 32. Intuitive!


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Fahrenheit. Well, you've done a good job with the conversion. Thanks!

Oh, I would say it's quite a bit thicker/heavier than a flannel shirt, but my point was that reviewers have that point of view, more so with the Double Mackinaw. Or with the tin or shelter cloth waxed cotton jackets keeping them dry in downpours. Huh? I have owned many Filson waxed jackets and even brand new or recently rewaxed and have not held up for more than a very short time in light rain, never-mind a downpour. They have other traits that are certainly redeeming and worthy, but affording almost waterproof protection is not one of them.

 

[torfjord]

Fahrenheit. Well, you've done a good job with the conversion. Thanks!

Oh, I would say it's quite a bit thicker/heavier than a flannel shirt, but my point was that reviewers have that point of view, more so with the Double Mackinaw. Or with the tin or shelter cloth waxed cotton jackets keeping them dry in downpours. Huh? I have owned many Filson waxed jackets and even brand new or recently rewaxed and have not held up for more than a very short time in light rain, never-mind a downpour. They have other traits that are certainly redeeming and worthy, but affording almost waterproof protection is not one of them.

Yes, you are right, I might have exaggerated a bit.

I haven’t had experience with Filson waxed cloth, but my Swedish waxed cotton jacket is exactly like that. Good for a drizzle, but to keep dry in a real downpour you need a proper rain coat.


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[G'c]

Me wearing my new M-65 jacket:

lol A-1 this post is just hilarious .....it's like you just post it in sneakily expecting ppl won't find out that it wasn't you...

 

[AeroFan_07]

Finally up to "bearable" temperatures in Iowa so giving a few better fit/slight break in progress shot of the J23 from Lost Worlds. This thing is a beast, a horse's saddle to wear on your back. It's good that I didn't specify it any tighter. Having a good sunny day at around 20F/-6.5C is a treat after the weather I've been in for the past 2 weeks.

 

[A-1]

Fahrenheit. Well, you've done a good job with the conversion. Thanks!

Oh, I would say it's quite a bit thicker/heavier than a flannel shirt, but my point was that reviewers have that point of view, more so with the Double Mackinaw. Or with the tin or shelter cloth waxed cotton jackets keeping them dry in downpours. Huh? I have owned many Filson waxed jackets and even brand new or recently rewaxed and have not held up for more than a very short time in light rain, never-mind a downpour. They have other traits that are certainly redeeming and worthy, but affording almost waterproof protection is not one of them.

Had the Oil Tin Cruiser and it’s a beautiful jacket with a great heavy touch. But as you said it’s water resisting qualities were disappointing to me. I sold it as I just didn’t know when to wear it. Way too warm and sweaty in summer or spring, and way too cold in winter or fall. It’s a beautiful piece of clothing and you can feel the quality and substance when you have it in your hands.
I also still own the wool cruiser but also think about selling it as it’s too cold for the -10 we sometimes have here. It’s the Seattle fit, so I can’t layer that much. I don’t really want to sell it as it’s a beautiful jacket, I have it in navy/black with red/black lining. Well, we’ll see.

 

[Seb Lucas]

Nice one A1 - here's me in my latest $40 mall jacket. I don't light them, I just let them dangle.

 

[AbbaDatDeHat]

With the temps in the low to mid SINGLE DIGITS and the windchill around -20, I had to dig out some heavy hardware.

A muskrat fur Ushanka from Fur Hat World and a Shearling Jacket found on the Bay made by someone named "Gino". Kept me warm and toasty, though I probably look like some weird Russian Refugee.

Worf

Greetings All: Hey Worf that heavy hardware sure would a been sweet music up at Ft. Drum!! Got a chuckle or two outta “Fort Frostbite”!! That “Gino” wouldn’t be this one would it? Be well. Bowen PS: the Rat Hat rocks!!

 

[bobm]

Had the Oil Tin Cruiser and it’s a beautiful jacket with a great heavy touch. But as you said it’s water resisting qualities were disappointing to me. I sold it as I just didn’t know when to wear it. Way too warm and sweaty in summer or spring, and way too cold in winter or fall. It’s a beautiful piece of clothing and you can feel the quality and substance when you have it in your hands.
I also still own the wool cruiser but also think about selling it as it’s too cold for the -10 we sometimes have here. It’s the Seattle fit, so I can’t layer that much. I don’t really want to sell it as it’s a beautiful jacket, I have it in navy/black with red/black lining. Well, we’ll see.

Yep. I had that Oil Tin Cruiser and it's all that you say and it's a beautiful jacket in it's own right and purpose. But lately I started giving thought as a 64 y/0 with waayyyyyyyy too many jackets, sweaters, shirts, shoes, hats, etc. as to where and when the heck I am wearing these clothes and realized that I had more than a couple of closets full of the aforementioned items that were either never worn or not worn in years. - and not because any one of them were out of style. Sooooooooo, I ended up selling that Filson Tin Cruiser to another Lounger (hope he's enjoying it).

Regarding your wool cruiser, true it's not for the coldest of temps and you are limited with layering if it's a Seattle fit, but it certainly will be the perfect coat to wear/own when the temps are more mild. I have 3 of them - wool cruiser, double wool cruiser and the wool packer coat - see my avatar image, and will probably hold onto them forever.

 

[Atticus Finch]

We were going stir crazy in the house, so Jackie and I four-wheeled down to the Yacht Club to check out the situation. Every boat on all three docks was completely ice-bound, the river being frozen over from bank to bank. And here, the Trent river is a quarter mile wide. Our club has been on its current location since 1946, and this has happened only once before...in 1989.

Anyhow, I wore the N-1 over a thick wool shirt and stayed toasty warm. You know, to me, the term “jungle cloth” connotes a light weight, breathable fabric, suitable for hot, humid climates. Actually, it’s one of the warmest, most wind proof materials I’ve ever seen. When backed with good insulation, it works very well in the cold, windy, damp weather we often see on the water.

AF

 

[ButteMT61]

Yup, the N-1 is a great cold weather jacket. Took it twice to PA and really enjoyed the wind/snow/cold wearing it.

 

[casechopper]

Pendleton Shawl Collar Cardigan from a couple days ago when I didn't want to leave the house

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