The Real McCoys
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I was looking for a simple and clean black leather jacket . . . something to replace my black LVC Menlo that I never really bonded with . . . two slanted hand warmer pockets, one breast pocket and button cuffs. Having recently purchased several HH jackets, I wanted something different for this jacket . . . I wanted something more relaxed, but still historically rooted. I loved the photos of the Real McCoys Oklahoma, but I was concerned about the deerskin. While I wanted a more relaxed hide, I did not want something thin or lightweight like my Menlo. Rather, I wanted a hearty and rugged hide akin to a good horse, without the rigidity. After much contemplation, I took the plunge and went with the RMC Oklahoma sight unseen. I own a RMC Buco J-100 and the quality is extraordinary, so I was confident that the Oklahoma would not let me down.
The Real McCoys Oklahoma far exceeded my expectations. First and foremost, the deerskin is indescribably incredible. It is as rugged and hearty as my HH jackets, yet relaxed and pliable . . . exactly what I was looking for. The grain and texture of the deerskin is exquisite. I am awestruck by this leather. Likewise, RMC’s quality and craftsmanship is superlative. The stitching is stellar. The corduroy lined cuffs are a great detail. My only gripe is the 1930s Talon zipper . . . while it is historically meaningful, it is not the easiest to operate (many thanks to those who advised me on the zipper – I applied some candle wax and that appears to help).
My departed LVC Menlo:
The replacement:
Fit pics:
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Holy crap! That jacket is amazing
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Sweet jacket
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Wow!
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Any sizing advice for M65 field jackets? I'm 5'10"-11", about 160 lbs, slim with a 39" chest. I'd like it to be relatively fitted, but also layer with knits or an insulator jacket in the winter months. Measurements I've seen on Blue in Green, Superdenim, and Inventory are inconsistent. Does anyone have this jacket (perhaps with similar proportions) and can speak to how it fits?
For reference, I'd love for it to fit like these pics:
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Brattman - I wouldn't normally direct people to other forums but you haven't had an answer here so… Double 00 Soul on Denimbro has the RMC M-65 and from memory is a similar build to you. Check out his posts in the McCoy's thread over there and also his older Sufu content. Hope that helps.
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Me neither, but I do know they are trustworthy in general. I bet they'd exchange.
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Anybody have experience of the shrinkage on the 906s? been on a few sites, but they all seem to be saying different things. Thanks in advance
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Those boots are bloody lovely! I dig the cardigan as well.
