Posted: 3/9/2014 8:22:34 AM EDT
So my wife has an Eotac field jacket. She loves it. I covet it. Decided to get one, only to find out they went of business and I probably won't get one 
I've been looking, and the two main brands I see are Rothco (their vintage field jacket, m-65), and Alpha. Any recommendations between these two? Quality? Durability? Sizing? Any info on other good brands would also be appreciated. Thanks! |
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If you want the Eotac, get the Eotac. |
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In my experience, Rothco is much inferior to Alpha.
Now keep in mind with the above, that although Alpha is/was a gov't contractor, their M-65s intentionally made for the civilian market are not the same as the jackets made for the Mil, and subsequently surplussed. I--and others-- can tell the difference by handling the fabric, but this comes with experience. I'd avoid Rothco altogether, and I'd buy a good used Alpha, genuine surplus jacket before I bought a new one of uncertain quality. |