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

[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 ?

[gazza61]

@Johnnyutah247 I have the ripcord on a n1 I think the serge has a slightly softer feel ,the a2 is one of my favourite jackets and it compares well in terms of keeping you warm. you can never have too many jackets.

[Brandrea]

@Cole I’d be a buyer if it had an internal chest pocket, but I realize that might not be in keeping with the original designs.

IH have been known to update with modern design elements, so I’m truly hoping for this A2 in khaki with an internal chest pocket