This jacket is well made, warm, and just what I was looking for, but I'm a woman and it's too large. However since I couldn't find anything else that I liked as well (fabric, color, removable wool liner) I altered it by shortening the sleeves 3 inches. I wish they made a women's version or a men's extra small. A hood would be great too. In spite of those shortcomings I find that I am using the jacket for just about everything. It's warmer than I would have thought, and roomy enough for a vest underneath on really cold days.
The coat is warm and is an excellent wind break against the northern AZ winds. The pockets are in a word " strange" they are not side entry but from above so if you put your hands in your pockets you look like you are cradling your belly. The flaps on the lower pocket are huge and serve no real purpose. The pockets do not come across as odd from the picture. If I did not need the coat, I probably would have returned it and got a different style.
My husband looked for a coat at several department stores, but could not find that just right coat. I have a friend that wears a field coat and took a chance and ordered one for my husband. It is perfect and he absolutely loves the weight and the feel. I recommend this coat (jacket) for anyone that is looking for a perfect weight but very warm!
