IHM-39-OLV - Military Serge A2 Deck Jacket - Olive

[Cole]

I didn't want to buy one, since a winterjacket without the collar of the N1 seemed unreasonable to me, but damn it, I just ordered the last large from Statement Store Berlin.

I'm so weak.

[Cole]

The jacket arrived today and here are my thoughts.

I took size L, same size as my N1 jackets. It fits considerably less tight then my N1, which is a good thing.

What irritates me is the construction of the sleeves and the lining. I somehow have the feeling that I have excess material on the inside of my upper arm, just below the armpit. The is nothing there, but it somehow feels like it. After a few minutes of wear I hardly notice it anymore and expect it to go away with time.

To be hones I wasn't shure if I should keep it, but my wife said "Don't send it back, it looks good and you will regret it later" and who am I do act against her advice.

EDIT: Why is there no internal pocket? The chestpocket alone is to small for a cellphone or passport, an internal pocket would have been a nice quality of life feature.

The collar, well, the collar lacks fluffy alpaca wool, but it would be just another N1 if it wouldn't, I guess. Time to buy a scarf again.

[Cole]

Out in the wild.

[Marvo]

Any chance someone can provide chest pocket dimensions?

[ARNC]

@Marvo I happened to be close to mine and a tape measure when I saw this (and was curious). Mine is 5 3/8 in wide by 5 3/4 high (external dimensions of pocket itself, not including flap).

[Tobi]

@Marvo slightly too short for larger phones unfortunately (and no inside pocket). My Pixel 7 pro sticks out a good 2cm or so...

[Marvo]

@Tobi Thanks, I’m still with the iphone 7, which would fit within but the flap may not do up.

[Marvo]

@ARNC Thanks, exactly what I needed, a regular bifold (say 4x3 1/4) wallet fits. It’d be very unlike IH to make a useless pocket.

[Marvo]

I’m on the fence, really because I don’t need one…but…here I am. I prefer a looser fit in these kind of jackets. I’m usually XL in UHF’s, mainly for the chest & armpit space as well as arm length but as I wear say, 31 in the 634 & 888’s, there’s plenty of UHF fabric around the waist. I’m mostly L in IH denim jackets though, as they fit snug over a UHF. I thought an M in an indigo N1 would fit, as it seemed on paper it would, but it looked silly on me & so tight at the armpits so actually settled on an XL because it simply allowed more movement & layering & the waist buttons pull it in. IH shoulders could always be a couple cm wider for my liking (however, a couple of my denims are perfect). The N1 arms might seem long at first but they’re a good length, helped by the inner cuff. If there is more armpit space on the A2, I’m an L for sure. Just sayin’, hope that helps.

Update. I’m now an owner of a large, size is snug & just right over an XL uhf (I’m 6’, 78kg, 43’ chest). Anything bulkier underneath & the arms would feel short on me. I do the waist adjusters up tight. It’s slightly less bulky/cozy than the n1, so n1 if I want warmer. Iphone 7 fits in chest pocket with flap closed. Highly recommended, can’t go wrong really but it helps to get the size right.

[Cole]

-2 degrees Celsius and doing fine.

[Kaare]

Can anyone that own this jacket help me with some things. Would you consider this a winter or more a fall / transitional jacket? If you own the IH n1 Deck Jacket as well, which is quite a heavy big jacket, is this equally big/heavy or more light weight?

[ARNC]

@Kaare I have both and wear both during the colder months. Even in the UK, the season can be extended by varying the layers underneath, so I don’t think it’s just for midwinter, but it is a warm jacket. The A2 is a bit shorter and roomier and possibly gives more freedom of movement (as the lining is flat, not fluffy like the N1).

Only you know how/when/where you would wear it but if you end up getting one I’m sure you’ll find a use for it!

[Cole]

@Kaare said in IHM-39-OLV - Military Serge A2 Deck Jacket - Olive:

Can anyone that own this jacket help me with some things. Would you consider this a winter or more a fall / transitional jacket? If you own the IH n1 Deck Jacket as well, which is quite a heavy big jacket, is this equally big/heavy or more light weight?

I own both and would say both are winter jackets. The A2 did well in temperatures down to -6° C with an UHF or swaetshirt underneath. It offers more room then my N1 and is a bit more comfortable to wear for me right now.

The upsides of the N1 are the collar (no need for a scarf) and the interior pockets, which I miss dearly in the A2.

Both are great jackets.

[Kaare]

Thanks! I am looking for a fall jacket, so i reckon that i will look elsewhere. My winter needs are definitely covered plenty with my N1. This A2 is darn good looking though.

[MaciekM]

Hello, hope you are all well. Do you have any experience or recommendation how to clean A2? It says no washing but I hate using harsh hemicals as dry cleaning shops. It's mainly regular dirt on sleaves and collar and some inside at the bottom. Ususal stuff.

[Alex]

@MaciekM you could try spot cleaning with a damp cloth in that case

[MaciekM]

@Alex Thank you.

[Johnnyutah247]

Is the serge diffrent enough from the whipcord to justify this purchase? I noticed it's on sale and I already own the whipcord version in a L and kind of want a bigger version of the same jacket. I'm not sure it's justifiable though

[gazza61]

@Johnnyutah247 I have the serge and it is a really nice colour, is it worth having both if you can afford it why not.

[Johnnyutah247]

@gazza61 how does the serge compare to the whipcord in terms of feel and warmth? Do you know ?