From its introduction in 1941 to its last major renovations in 1965, the M-65 Field Jacket has evolved from a thing of utility and war-time necessity to streetwear phenomena. From the battlefields and jungles to Hollywood blockbusters to the US civilian streets, the M-65 garment, like the vintage Levi's 501®, is an iconic, simple and perfect style piece for men and women of any generation. Read more about the history of the everlasting, versatile Vietnam Field Jacket and Res Ipsa's PEACE & LOVE x Vintage M-65 Field Jackets.
Res Ipsa PEACE & LOVE Vintage M-65 Field Jackets
Co-Founder, Josh Moore, in vintage Res Ipsa PEACE & LOVE x M-65 Olive Green Field Jacket.
Josh in Res Ipsa PEACE & LOVE x M-65 Field Jacket, circa January 2019, Morocco.
Brand Manager, Cole Crouch, in Res Ipsa PEACE & LOVE x M-65 Field Jacket, circa January 2019, Aspen, CO.
Res Ipsa adds an iconic PEACE & LOVE symbol.
Olive Green Res Ipsa PEACE & LOVE M-65 Field Jacket
Dark Green Camouflage Res Ipsa PEACE & LOVE M-65 Field Jacket
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Our vintage PEACE & LOVE M-65 Field Jackets are timeless additions to our capsule collection. Shop the vintage look in-store only in our flagship store in Aspen, CO.
Email us with questions or special requests: info@resipsausa.com.
Email us with questions or special requests: info@resipsausa.com.
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Evolution of the M-65 Jacket
1940's
The US Army introduced the M-43 Field Jacket in 1943. Did you know that the year corresponds to the style of jacket? The M-43 Jacket was introduced in WWII with a first-of-its-kind layering principle. It was built for warmth.
The US Army introduced the M-43 Field Jacket in 1943. Did you know that the year corresponds to the style of jacket? The M-43 Jacket was introduced in WWII with a first-of-its-kind layering principle. It was built for warmth.
1950's
In 1951, the jacket progressed from the M-43 to the M-51. The M-51 featured "notable attributes (that) included a 9 oz, water-resistant, windproof cotton sateen, snap fasteners instead of buttons or zippers, button cuffs, a pointed collar, and had a separate hood that could be attached."
1960's
In 1965, the US Army released the M-65 Field Jacket because they knew the Vietnam climate demanded an upgraded jacket from the 1950's. The most notable design difference was the concealed hood. Contracted with the Dept. of Defense, Alpha Industries designed the iconic jackets in Knoxville, TN. Their practical design has survived for decades.
In 1965, the US Army released the M-65 Field Jacket because they knew the Vietnam climate demanded an upgraded jacket from the 1950's. The most notable design difference was the concealed hood. Contracted with the Dept. of Defense, Alpha Industries designed the iconic jackets in Knoxville, TN. Their practical design has survived for decades.
Alpha Industries designed the iconic M-65 Field Jackets
Hollywood x M-65 Field Jacket
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