M-51 Field Jacket
A major improvement over the M-43 with the addition of a zipper and storm flap, plus more buttons for functionality.
Specifications
- Type
- field
- Material
- cotton
- Lining
- wool pile liner compatible
- Made In
- USA
- Weight
- midweight
- Closure
- zip
- Fit
- regular
Expert Reviews
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A major improvement over the M-43 with the addition of a zipper and storm flap, plus more buttons for functionality.
Pros
- Zipper with large glove pull for cold weather use
- Snappable storm flap
- More buttons for attachments
- Compatible with hood system
Cons
- Hood attachment system is complicated and impractical in combat
