The M43 Field Jacket
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Product Story
This is the jacket dutifully made to the specifications of the original Jacket, Field M-1943 worn by U.S. soldiers during World War II. Designed as the building block of the G.I. uniform, the jacket has four external pockets, favored by troops because they provided more carrying capacity. Made by Cockpit, suppliers of outerwear to the USAF and Navy, this iconic M43 is made from 100% cotton poplin—the original material used when it was first issued to soldiers in 1944. Authentic to the original, this jacket closes with buttons down the front, and the drawstring waist provides a tailored fit. Enhanced for modern use, the jacket is built with a bi-swing gusset in the back—a design feature incorporated into later U.S. Army jackets—that provides expanded freedom of movement for the arms. Includes an interior pocket. Olive. Sizes M (38-40), L (42), XL (44-46), or XXL (48). (1 1/2 lbs.)
Customer Reviews
3.7 (23 Reviews)Size | Chest Size |
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M | 38-40 |
L | 42 |
XL | 44-46 |
XXL | 48 |
CHEST
Place one end of the tape measure at the center of the fullest part your chest. Wrap it around your body (including shoulder blades), keeping the tape parallel to the floor.
WAIST
Measure around your waist where your pants sit, keeping one finger between the tape and your body to ensure an accurate fit. Think of the tape as a belt for these purposes.
INSEAM
The easiest way to do this is to measure pants that fit you well. Lay them flat, with the front and back creased smooth. Measure along the inseam from crotch to bottom of leg hem.
SLEEVE LENGTH
Relax your arm at your side and slightly bend. Measure straight from your shoulder, down to where your cuff would be.
NECK
The easiest way to do this is to find a shirt with a collar that fits you well. Lay the collar flat. Measure from center of collar button to far end of opposite button hole.
HEAD (use for hats and caps)
Measure around the largest part of the head, with tape above brow. Keep the measuring tape around your head at the point at which your hat normally rides (approximately 1” above your ear).
HAND (use for gloves and mittens)
Measure all the way around the widest part of knuckles with your hand flat (excluding the thumb). The number of inches equals glove size.