This is a U.S. Army M-65 Field Jacket (3rd Model) from the 1980s, paired with a 1988 contract liner. It is a genuine, real-world-use piece crafted with practicality in mind and assembled in later years.

The 3rd Model, often considered the definitive version of the M-65, is a masterpiece featuring refined details such as a stand-up collar with an integrated hood, brass zippers, epaulets, and four pockets. This particular jacket faithfully adheres to those specifications, allowing you to fully appreciate the functional beauty of a military jacket.

What makes this piece particularly noteworthy is that the liner is from a different era—specifically, the 1988 contract. While liners are typically paired with jackets of the same era and size, this item features a combination of different sizes and eras, reflecting the realities of supply and exchange in actual field conditions. It is precisely this “mismatched” quality that gives it the unique charm of an authentic, used item.

Additionally, the visible traces of removed patches suggest this may have been worn by a former Air Force soldier. While the jacket shows clear signs of wear—such as color variations on the sleeves and body, as well as scuffs and minor damage from use—these elements come together to create a finish with a truly distinctive character. Although the liner is a different size, it can be worn as-is by someone who typically wears a size M.

With the liner included, it offers reliable warmth and is fully functional. This is an M-65 that embodies its history of use—highly recommended both as a collector’s item and for styling that emphasizes character.

Please note that this is a used item and cannot be returned.

Size (measured flat):
Shoulder width 50 cm
, Chest width
60 cm, Length 76 cm
, Sleeve length 62 cm