Phrost
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Welcome to the forum!Went to store to try out the WM parka and +J bomber in my regular large size, and had some sizing problems with both.
For the parka, the sleeves are more roomy than I thought. I suspect the wind can still go in if you don't tighten the opening with the straps, which I tend not to do. The body is also a bit too long.
For the bomber, body length and width is good. The sleeves, however, are too long. Even when I stretch my arms, the cuffs are able to reach that part when the thumb meets the finder, which I understand should not happen.
Yes I found I had to size down one for the WM parka as it fit a bit oversized.
If you’re looking for a warm winter down parka, check out the +J oversized down one. It has kept me warm in 20F/-7C winter weather. I liked the outer shell fabric more than the WM one and prefer the more versatile removable zippered hood.
It has snap cuffs that tighten to block out wind, which I prefer because Velcro tends to lose its adhesiveness after a while. Like the WM one, I had to size down one on the +J as well.
I liked the +J bomber jacket for what it was and preferred how it looked slightly oversized with a slouchy fit rather than the slim fitted look some people like. If you’re looking for a true winter jacket that will keep you warm in the blistering cold, the bomber will not be enough without a bunch of layers.