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Well, the M65 is an M65 repro after all. I mean, an M65 is not supposed to give off a "luxe" vibe, imho. If you want a luxe M65, then there are plenty of other options out there from CM brands.
I personally like the RMC M65 very much. Searching around the Internet, I've found that there are a lot of people out there that also think it's great. The fabric has a softer hand than the one used on vintage M65s, probably in part because the RMC is 100% cotton while the original is 50/50 nyco. I personally prefer the fit of the RMC version over vintage M65s. Maybe you're right that the jacket might feels a bit "anemic" to begin with, but that might have to do to with the fact that the RMC M65, like all field jackets, are better with some wear and tear on them. The stitching, materials, hardwear and construction is also much better on the RMC compared to vintage.
On the other hand, the RMC M65 is really rubbish in the rain. The all cotton fabric isn't treated or anything, so the jacket soaks up the rain straight away. Also, the lower front pockets aren't as deep as on the vintage M65s, which I would've prefered.
So to sum up. I really like the RMC M65. Would I buy it at retail? Is it worth it over a nice vintage one? No. But if you can find one used at a good price (like I did) I would definitely consider it.
Let me know if there is anything else in particular that you (or anyone else) wants to know.
Well, the M65 is an M65 repro after all. I mean, an M65 is not supposed to give off a "luxe" vibe, imho. If you want a luxe M65, then there are plenty of other options out there from CM brands.
I personally like the RMC M65 very much. Searching around the Internet, I've found that there are a lot of people out there that also think it's great. The fabric has a softer hand than the one used on vintage M65s, probably in part because the RMC is 100% cotton while the original is 50/50 nyco. I personally prefer the fit of the RMC version over vintage M65s. Maybe you're right that the jacket might feels a bit "anemic" to begin with, but that might have to do to with the fact that the RMC M65, like all field jackets, are better with some wear and tear on them. The stitching, materials, hardwear and construction is also much better on the RMC compared to vintage.
On the other hand, the RMC M65 is really rubbish in the rain. The all cotton fabric isn't treated or anything, so the jacket soaks up the rain straight away. Also, the lower front pockets aren't as deep as on the vintage M65s, which I would've prefered.
So to sum up. I really like the RMC M65. Would I buy it at retail? Is it worth it over a nice vintage one? No. But if you can find one used at a good price (like I did) I would definitely consider it.
Let me know if there is anything else in particular that you (or anyone else) wants to know.
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