Re: M-65 Field Jacket or Mil. ecwcs parka for winter. Advice needed!!

"Andres" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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> Hello,
>
> Is it worth getting any of these jackets made by Rothco
> (www.rothco.com) ?. Or would anyone recommend another company?.
>
> The M-65 jacket with liner is $60 at a local army/navy store(ULTRA
> FORCE OLIVE DRAB M-65 FIELD JACKET). The ECWCS parka(ROTHCO MILITARY
> BLACK ECWCS HYVAT PARKAS) is $100-120 online.
>
> I am interested in getting one to deal with NYC winter. The M-65 is a
> functional jacket, and I think it is enough for winter, but, how easy
> is it to cool down with this jacket?. Anyone here ever had to be in a
> packed NYC subway with a thick jacket?. It becomes hot, sweaty and
> very uncomfortable.
>
> The ECWCS parka with HyVat. It seems to be the cheapest when compared
> to brands like north face or marmot, with gore-tex or other,
> windproof, water resistant, breathable material. Is there an
> additional liner sold for these jackets?. Are they good enough for my
> desired used, feeling comfy in a packed subway?.
>
> I'd appreciate any comments. Also, any advice as to where to buy
> online. Thanks.

Personally, I use a US Mil  M-51 "fishtail" Parka.  This is what I use the
most when hunting up in the Adirondacks.  Has some nice features, like being
able to tie around the legs and is water resistant.  I use it all the time
in the winter, light enough to wear around but warm when you cinch it all up
and throw the hood on.  In fact, it's my favorite coat.

Sportsman's guide has these new for $40.

http://www.sportsmansguide.com/cb/cb.asp?a=59054

C.Q.C.