Multicam jackets.

[Hawkeye]

Does anyone make a decent mid-weight (about like a M-65 weight wise) jacket in multicam?

[Alpha Sierra]

I don't know, but have you considered an uninsulated waterproof/breathable shell in that pattern and layered insulation? That system would be more versatile.

[militarymoron]

drop zone tactical's recce smock is probably the closest to an M-65-style jacket in MC. very similar in weight and feel.

[eggroll]

the RECCE smock is a better design IMO to the 65 series field jacket.
DZT's design, and pocket layout are far and ahead of that '65 design
that is really does not bear comparison. I have one in Khaki and due to its style, versatility and its functionality, I would not go back to field jacket.

[Hawkeye]

Oh, I agree. DZT's Recce Smock looks MUCH better than a M-65. I dont want another M-65, I was just looking for something about the same "weight" as far as warmth. DZT is definitely one option that I was already aware of. Any others to consider? And yes, a laying approach is also in my thoughts.

[Erick Gelhaus]

One of the Recce Smocks recently arrived here. The construction on it seems very solid and well done. I'll have to wait for a few seasonal wx changes before I can add anything else.

[militarymoron]

weight and general 'feel' is the only thing that compares - i completely agree that the DZ recce smock FAR surpasses the M65 in every other way.

here's a pic of the recce smock to help you along with your decision...

[Hawkeye]

You do know your evil, dont you....

[militarymoron]

you talking to moi?

[LukeMacGillie]

I dont have the DZT coat, I have the SAG SAS smock. I like it with the following exceptions:

its really only good for cold, but dry areas. I spent 3 days in the Adirondaks last January. I wore the smock over a USMC Peckam Fleece and kept warm, and my body was dry, But when it started the rain/snow mix the the coat soaked up so much water that it seemed to double the weight of the gear I was carrying. Thus the Smock has become a coat to wear to the mall and not much else.

I would go with the MC hardshell that is in production. Its like 500 bucks, but if you just have to have a MC jacket, and are going to be in wet enviroments, that is the way to go.