M- 65 field jacket care and repair

the m-65 field jacket is a classic. i have worn and used mine for work as well and camping for 50 yrs. in this video i will talk on ways to keep your jacket clean as well as points for repair and storage. thank you for watching safe journeys to you
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[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Cut up or shaved Irish spring bar soap really helps keep pests away in many different applications as well.

[@DumbBlondeJewels]

Mine’s my grandfather’s from ‘57 and it’s one of my favorite jackets. It’s in great condition I just want to make sure I keep it that way :)

[@canadafree2087]

I used to have one, and after watching several videos in this series, I want one again!

[@blackoracle69]

awesome i really love mine

[@brianvannorman1465]

Red cedar tip is a really good idea.

[@Azeas1993]

My buddy Justin gave me a M65 jacket in woodland toward the end of summer. It's brand new from 1999 and I wanted some tips to take care of it to make it last as long as it can and this video helped me out. Thanks for sharing this info

[@Seamus3051]

Had forgotten about cedar shavings. When I was a kid, people used "cedar chests" to store wool blankets & clothing. If wire hangars aren't sturdy enough to support the jacket, try wooden hangers.

[@JJ-JOHNSON]

The cedar trick is 100% true, I prefer it to moth ball's any day.

[@bryanfaulkenburg462]

Where I work, my job is general mechanic, but I most weld and fabricate. I notice my heavy cutting and welding jacket made the coat hangers sag . Well I ofcourse added more hanger to stiffen them up . I eventually decided to make myself a super hanger . So I tool a standard hanger for size reference widen the shoulders by a total of 4 inches and then bent some 1/4 inch stainless steel round bar on a jig to the shape of the hanger. Well needless to say I have now made a ton of hangers for myself and coworkers. No more sagging hangers.

[@kenbarrett6466]

I was just thinking about my m65 today and behold a video on the m65!😊

[@blackoracle69]

funny how that happens lol

[@waynehendrix4806]

Personal opinion. If I don't want additional scents that perhaps the animals might pick up, like a normal detergent......then baking soda is used for a mild wash. I'm not into the scentblock craze, but I do the baking soda wash for all hunting clothing whenever possible. Good reminder on the cedar as well. Thanks for the video.

[@lawson9102]

Thanks I did not know that

[@DamienNeverwinter]

Blackie, hi from UK. Not sure if I have bored you with this before, but based on your recommendation of the M65 I bought a special one. The one I found was European, the 'Austrian cold weather M65'. Those Austrians have freezing winters and their cold-weather M65 is tough as nails, fully waterproof and loose fit so as to get a large fleece under it. They also do a heavy M65 style shirt and some 'cold weather trousers' which match the M65 and are to be worn over your pants. They are waterproof, quilted inside and have suspenders to keep them up given the weight of them. I tested the set and I have to say it is a worthy purchase for anyone reading this who lives somewhere cold. Here in UK the over-trousers and coat cost about the equivalent of $60 for the pair. All thats needed is a heavy fleece to wear under the coat.

[@boomshanka8743]

Did you get it from Varestuleka? I can't decide on an Austrian M65 from the Finns, or getting a new one from Alpha Industries.

[@DamienNeverwinter]

@@boomshanka8743 No TBH I bought mine from a surplus store, but you can find them on ebay quite cheap

[@earlshaner4441]

Good afternoon from Syracuse NY brother thank you for sharing your adventures and information

[@blackoracle69]

My pleasure

[@thesilverbackozzy8323]

I collect m65's, your right Blackie, the part of the m65 that will degrade first is the inside collar of these jackets. I agree shampoo does do the trick 👍

[@agentclappa.]

I have an 1982 field jacket. I just bought it for cheap and actually it’s in great condition. I was contempt but these jackets last a LONG time.

[@youtubechannel11408]

Best jacket ive ever owned thank you for the reccomendation and tips / tricks sir.

[@blackoracle69]

Happy to help!

[@geico1975]

Really enjoyed the Red Cedar shavens idea Blackie, thanks...

[@blackoracle69]

No problem 👍

[@smoothvern165]

Always such great tips!! Wish I still had my M65!

[@blackoracle69]

The best!

[@azhomeboy2000]

What I've done in the past to dry my M65 is I get a couple of usgi wool scarves and roll them into the tightest form as possible. Then I will toss em in the dryer with the jacket. This worked well for me.

[@manclimbtree3622]

You da man! Thanks for such a great informative video.

[@samuelleal6149]

This is very useful, yesterday i got a M65 and it needs some care, for example the hood is a bit loose and the waist cord is missing, also, for restoring stitches i recommend vinyl thread, it's tougher and will last longer

[@mrkultra1655]

Thanks Blackie

[@steelcurtain2576]

I never knew you guys have German Bundeswehr stuff in the states.That`s the jacket we wore in the German milliary when i served in the early 90`s.

[@Randaljoness]

Wonder who came up with it first

[@timlacy2284]

Blackie, Thanks for sharing this Great Tip and Trick, I still got my M-65 that I was issued back in 1979 , my son is 18 years old and he wears sometimes. My M-65 Woodland camouflage I bought it in 1983 still have it too. I used Wisk laundry soap. I will try the tricks you gave. Thank You for Sharing Your Time and Knowledge and Wisdom and Experience, Yes You Are The Master Woodsman and Bushcrafter. Tim L.

[@blackoracle69]

Thanks for sharing

[@MikeBius]

Love the M 65

[@kpex7509]

Thank you Mr Thomas, for the great video.😊

[@blackoracle69]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jenniferbauman4802]

Good video. God bless. From Glenn CATT in Massachusetts.

[@blackoracle69]

thanks for watching

[@MrAvidOutdoorsman]

Ill have to try that, I've never showered in my 65

[@lifesahobby]

Hey I bought one years ago in Cammo and recently after finding your channel I bought a black one with a zipped in liner . Today I climbed a hill with a poncho over it. It was still warm even though I was soaked .. Thanks for the advice. The pillow idea is excellent . I used the liner from the Cammo one as my sleeping bag .

[@thomashansen3450]

very interesting thanks. Finally the winter time comes and I can wear my M65 again.

[@NoName-jr2eo]

No word on water proofing? Might be a good idea...what things can be used and how to do it. Just a thought blackie.

[@oldminer5387]

Thank you Blackie, good tips.

[@blackoracle69]

You bet

[@jamesbowen5573]

I wonder how well it would work if you were to put a mesh bag in one of your pockets with cedar chips in it when you're just out and about not very much just enough to give you the smell. It would certainly smell better than I do after a few days out and kept them from crawling on you it would be even better

[@stevencunningham4680]

I've gone through 2 field jackets , my first was in basic training in the air force in the 80's and the 2nd was after I wore the first out. I love them.

[@frederickvanpelt6393]

Thanks, I enjoyed the video and the tips are spot on. I wasn't expecting that iron, like pulling a rabbit out of your hat, keep up the good work.

[@jeffrichards5106]

Great tips Blackie. Thanks! 👍

[@Rayofsunshine11]

I love the M65 field jacket. I have one in OD green and one in the desert storm camo configuration. They make the best 3 season jacket. Excellent tips Blackie.

[@JJ-JOHNSON]

I have 4 in diffrent colors and patterns.

[@blackoracle69]

Right on

[@lifesahobby]

Clever tip

[@markw.3743]

I have the old camouflaged jacket best piece of gear I own ! Thanks for these tips Blackie !

[@blackoracle69]

No problem 👍

[@outbackowl3040]

Hi Blackie, greeting from Australia 🇦🇺 thankyou for your time to make these videos

[@blackoracle69]

My pleasure!

[@jimrobb564]

just got an ARMY M 65and your tips are very welcome THANKS

[@blackoracle69]

i hope you have many years of adventures with it

[@stevenladrig9592]

Dawn oncologist sleeves and it came out nice and clean and I throw in the washer

[@dw7947]

I'm too sad to leave any comments,,I enjoy your videos,,good luck, God bless good-bye

[@lawson9102]

You always give the best information Thank you

[@blackoracle69]

Thanks for watching!

[@MichaelR58]

Good video Blackie , thanks for sharing , God bless !

[@blackoracle69]

Thanks, you too!

[@MikeBius]

Would you ever consider Scotchgard or other waterproofing?

[@misolgit69]

years ago here in England I had a M65 in Woodland we had a few cold winters I also had one of thr old British army green waistcoats I could no longer button it so I removed the liner slipped the waistcoat over the sleeves and buttoned the liner back in again that meant I had two layers of quilting under the jacket, made a difference unfortunately I am now several sizes too big to wear it

[@blackoracle69]

YEP THEY DO SHRINK OVER THE YEARS lol at least mine has

[@A14b19]

My problem is a zip I need a zip . Not costing rediculass money.I’m in uk where can I get one normal prices. Love them got two now I were them all the time❤ Great tips brilliant.

[@michaelkelley3378]

You can take the hood out? Ive bought 2, and both have the hood cut out. Can m43 hoods replace them?

[@irismartinez7929]

M65 usala con respeto

[@sacwriter7400]

Blackie, does red cedar also work on mosquitoes? I sure would like an alternative to DEET!

[@blackoracle69]

yes it can help

[@jefflang6271]

Where did you get your German Army shirt?

[@blackoracle69]

surplus a few yrs ago

[@kygent508]

Can you take it to a dry cleaners?

[@blackoracle69]

yes you can

[@kygent508]

@@blackoracle69 I found a real m65 jacket used but it looks new made in 1991 and what is a good site to buy a liner and maybe a parker hood as I think they look cool.HAHA

[@ralphwatten2426]

Blackie, I think your hat needs an oil change-

[@rtaylor1105]

best way to care for it...retire it put it in a museum where it belongs its a vietnam era antique. still wearing bell bottoms? how about corduroy? why...because its out dated and not up to par.

[@mississippihiker545]

You clearly don’t own an M- 65 …from an out of date not up to par ( never liked golf anyways) Vietnam era antique who never wore bell bottoms or corduroy. 😊

[@Janko630]

100% agreed. Any NATO windproof parka (British, German, etc) is superior to the M65 in terms of comfort & function. Thank you for the great content Blackie!