Have been looking at the Field Coat for about a year. I have had one for 20+ years that is beginning to show a little age! Was concerned that the replacement would not be of the same quality and standards of the original. New coat arrived in FOUR shipping days. I have been wearing it since; very pleasantly surprised. All of the original features have been retained PLUS PrimaLoft lining in the sleeves. Very satisfied with this coat; warmth, fit and comfort. It is reassuring that some things that really work are kept available-with LL BEAN this seems to be more common than most.
I ordered the version with the removable liner so that I could utilize it as a 2 possibly 3 season coat Spring, Fall and Winter. Here in Central Florida a heavy coat is alomost never needed. But this Field Coat will fit the bill for those cool windy afternoons and also the coldest of days I will see during the year.
I purchased this coat because I was tired of nylon shell jackets ripping so easily. I also liked the fact that it was a little longer than a jacket but not as long as an overcoat. I wear it to work and casual outings.
The coat is well constructed and I feel it will last a long time. It fits good and feels comfortable to wear. I especially like the big outside pockets.
I would have given the coat a "5" except for the button arrangements. I feel the coat needs about two more buttons. When I sit or bend over, the coat "opens" in the area between the buttons letting cold air in. This is especially true when sitting. Also, the attachment of the buttons seems weak. They seem like they are ready to fall off, although so far this has not been the case. I even thought of taking the coat to a tailor to see if two more buttons and holes could be added.
Very warm and the removable liner makes it more comfortable in Spring and Fall. This replaced one I bought about 15 years ago that has a few holes. It has been washed untold times. Keeping these clean is a snap. I have also washed the wool liner with no problems.
