For those of you out there who are fans of military-style clothes, there is a good chance that you have come across Brandit, the German brand that manufactures high quality military inspired clothing.
This brand aims to bring great quality items, at a surprisingly affordable price. Not just that! They take pride in their designs, as some have become fashion trends and have given the brand its well-deserved reputation for their stylish clothing.
Their products include cargo shorts, pants, boots, bags, rucksacks and their famous army jackets, with their most renowned being the M-65 jackets, one of which is the jacket of choice for this review.
We have selected the M-65 Standard Outdoor Parka jacket for men and we will, as always, review it in depth, starting from which occasions it is suitable to be worn, material, technical specifics and color options.
Also, this jacket has several similar versions that will be included, each with a description, to give a general idea on their specific features.
Because there is plenty to write about the M-65 Standard, let’s get right into it.
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Where To Buy The Brandit M65 Standard Outdoor Parka Jacket
Here is a list of the various online shops from different countries where you can buy the jacket:
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When To Wear It
Going on style alone, this jacket will make you look well dressed, because despite it being designed after military jackets, there are no patches or logos to overpower the outfit worn underneath.
It can go for both a casual, daily jacket, to wearing it with a suit, it is versatile and goes great with practically any outfit of your choice.
This jacket is suitable for every season, because it comes in two layers, which can be detached from each other, making the jacket appropriate for cold winter weather, as well as cool summer days.
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The M65 Giant parka is one of their most renowned M65 jackets, which comes in a vintage military style. It is made of two layers, as the previous jackets, but which vary in material. The outer jacket is made of 100% Cotton for the outside and lined with a blend of 67% Cotton and 33% Nylon. The hood is 100% Cotton and the arms are 100% Nylon.
Read our review of this jacket here.
The inner layer is 100% Nylon on the outer part and 100% Polyester on the inner part, with acrylic filling in between. This jacket is designed for cold winters when both layers are attached, and as a transitioning jacket for spring and autumn, when only the outer jacket is worn.
It comes with four pockets on the outside, each of them oversized. There are drawstrings to adjust it around the waist and hem and Velcro fasteners on the sleeve cuffs. The colors available are: Black, Olive, Camel, Dark camo, Black camo and Light Woodland.
Brandit M65 Outdoor Field Jacket
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Next is the M65 Field jacket. Its style is very similar to the M65 Standard and the material is 65% Polyester and 35% Cotton for the outer jacket. The inner lining, which is also removable, is made of 100% Polyester, quilted and warm.
There is a tucked-in hood on the high, stand-up collar and the cuffs are Velcro adjustable. It can be adjusted with drawstrings around the waist and hem. The hood comes with drawstrings, too.
The color selection includes different colors, some of which are classic military camouflage colors: Camel, Olive, Black, Woodland, Navy, Dark camo and Stained.
Brandit M65 Streetwear Style Jacket
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This is the M65 Streetwear Style jacket and it comes in a casual design, with a bit of a distressed look. It is a great daily jacket, made of 100% Cotton for the outside and the lining on the inside and hood are made of 100% Polyester.
This jacket comes with four pockets on the outside, small logos on the sleeves and short shoulder straps, with buttons. The collar is stand-up, medium length, with the hood tucked underneath it. It comes with a full-length zipper and buttons on the collar, for proper insulation.
It is water resistant and very easy to care for. There are six color options: Olive, Black, Camel, Dark camo, Light woodland and Indigo.
Brandit M65 Voyager Wool Jacket
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The fourth variation is the M65 Voyager Wool jacket. Unlike the previous ones, this is made of 60% Wool for the outside and 40% Polyester for the inner layer. It comes in a vintage cardigan-like design, with color options that make it classy, casual and also military-like.
There are shoulder straps and four pockets on the outside. It zips up and also has a snap button cover. The cuffs are adjustable by Velcro straps and there are adjustable fabric cords in the hem and around the waist.
It is a stylish jacket that comes in four different colors: Gray, Black, Navy and Woodland.
Conclusion
To conclude all of the information above in a simpler form, the Brandit M65 Standard is a winter jacket, that comes with two layers, which are detachable and make the jacket appropriate for different seasons.
It comes in a casual design, while still featuring military details and it is weather-resistant. If you are looking for a jacket that has it all, will feel comfortable, is versatile and will last for many seasons, then look no further.
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