Back in the early 80’s when I was in High School everyone wore OD Green M-65’s that we got from the surplus stores and 40 years later I still got the same one that still fits and I still wear it in the winter. Now you’ve given me some great ideas to enhance it. Awesome vid!
I got my M65 woodland cammo jacket in 1983 and still have it with my name tape, US Army tape, DARCOM patch, and my First Lieutenants bars on the shoulder epaulets. Still one of the most comfortable jackets I've ever owned.
Buy a liner insert. It will double the insulation qualities for winter wear. I had lost my liner years ago. I bought a replacement liner at a surplus store and it really helps to keep you cozy when it is bitter cold.
Still got Mine! I need a new inner liner for when it snows here but. Tried & True. I wear it about Daily never fails me. Same color & all practically new. Thank you for sharing Brother
Interesting info Blackie. I can only imagine between the field jacket, pants and boots would be places for concealment. Thanks for the info and you and Mrs Blackie be safe out there-
I'm from England and I own a M65 field jacket. I only thing I didn't like about it was the snap button and lack of a secure flap under the pocket. Soon sorted by sewing velcro under the pocket. Greetings from England Blackie.
I took a brass zipper off an old pair of mil surplus trousers and sewed it into the right hand pocket on my M65. It's about 2/3 of the width of the pocket. You can't see it with the flap closed as it sewed just on the margin of the outer lip and just under where the flap joins the coat.
I have an M65 from the Seventies. There were USAF bases in Britain, and in Germany, there was the USAF and US Army, so military surplus was plentiful. Mine says, Gonzales. US Army.
Cordage, a small baggie of impregnated cotton, folding money, even "spare" ID's, or other small items like a button compass or small kit can be put into the hood or hood pocket. As a young person, I had classmates that kept various bags of smoking materials there, and cash from having sold some of said materials. Also, if the hood is gone, small envelopes might be tied to the liner and dropped down the back from that hood area. A person intent to conceal something can find a way.
the names morgan or shapiro wouldn't be familiar by chance? i was always taught the key goes on the back of your belt in the back along with a piece of hacksaw blade!
Sorry my friend, I didn't follow you. Looks like to me anything you put into the "secret" pocket would simply fall out with the access point being upside down. Ax
About 30 years ago I was given a Vietnam Era m65 that was a little to big so I rarely wore it it hung in the closet for about 5 years and I never washed it because the guy that gave it to me said he had his wife wash it and dry it before he gave it to me I finally got it out and wore it deer hunting on a rainy day and my buddy killed a deer so I got blood on the sleeves and went home and threw the jacket in the washer and then the dryer where it sat until the weekend when my wife did laundry I told her my jacket was in the dryer and she said she would get it out and hang it up a few minutes later she came up the basement steps and yelled out what kind of deer were you hunting last week and she had my coat in one hand and a pair of black silk thong panties in the other I had never seen them before and I know they weren't in one of the pockets they had to have come out of one of the sleeves I tried to show her how you could go between the liner and outside layer and reach down in the sleeve but she didn't care we stayed married for 5 years after that but I don't think she ever believed me
Reminded me of an old navy trick we used back in the 60's . . And why the quarter masters sometimes would give us a pat on the back as we left the destroyer on liberty to check us for weapons . . Those ties we wore were rolled up sometimes with a roll of quarters inside . Hidden perfectly underneath our back collar flap . Using a non regulation knot you could grab one end deploying it in one continuous motion and wail the hell out of someone .
Back in the early 80’s when I was in High School everyone wore OD Green M-65’s that we got from the surplus stores and 40 years later I still got the same one that still fits and I still wear it in the winter. Now you’ve given me some great ideas to enhance it. Awesome vid!
Very cool!
My uncle gave me one back in like 2001 or 2, and it's still going strong. It's from his navy days back in the 80s and 90s
I've worn an M65 Field Jacket for many years. It's my favorite coat. You've just given me a few more reasons to love the M65. Thanks!
Yeah, this is a great idea. I just modified my sleeves. This is next.
its out of sight and can keep small things hidden
I got my M65 woodland cammo jacket in 1983 and still have it with my name tape, US Army tape, DARCOM patch, and my First Lieutenants bars on the shoulder epaulets. Still one of the most comfortable jackets I've ever owned.
Not a soldier, but after buying the M-65 Field Jacket from an army surplus store, it has become my favourite winter coat.
glad you like it
Buy a liner insert. It will double the insulation qualities for winter wear. I had lost my liner years ago. I bought a replacement liner at a surplus store and it really helps to keep you cozy when it is bitter cold.
Another awesome video. Please keep showing us the sneaky stuff. Thanks again for all the information you have shared on your channel.
Thank you! Will do!
Awesome video. Thank you for sharing a little "history".
glad to do it
All this talk about the M-65 jacket on your channel has now made me want to get one.
I've carried matches soaked in candle wax hidden in that cord pocket just to always have some emergency fire kit on me
good idea
Excellent video Blackie. Even the BDU shirt has hidden places. You can hide all kinds of kit in either garment. Just keep it light and simple.
you are correct
Still got Mine! I need a new inner liner for when it snows here but. Tried & True. I wear it about Daily never fails me. Same color & all practically new. Thank you for sharing Brother
I saw your original m65 video before deciding to pick one up, I just ordered my second, thanks for such a good coat recommendation
Hope you enjoy it!
Interesting info Blackie. I can only imagine between the field jacket, pants and boots would be places for concealment. Thanks for the info and you and Mrs Blackie be safe out there-
Thanks for watching!
Another great video….keep them coming
Thanks, will do!
Very interesting Blackie. Thanks for sharing.👍
My pleasure
I'm from England and I own a M65 field jacket. I only thing I didn't like about it was the snap button and lack of a secure flap under the pocket. Soon sorted by sewing velcro under the pocket. Greetings from England Blackie.
Anything 'stealthy' like that, I'm all about it! THANKS Blackie 🙂
Right on
Thank you Sir for sharing this knowledge - greetings and respects from Athens, Greece.
Thanks for watching!
I took a brass zipper off an old pair of mil surplus trousers and sewed it into the right hand pocket on my M65. It's about 2/3 of the width of the pocket. You can't see it with the flap closed as it sewed just on the margin of the outer lip and just under where the flap joins the coat.
nice mod
Good video Blackie , thanks for sharing , God bless !
same to you
Hi Blackie. Thank you for some great information. Stay safe. ATB. Nigel
My pleasure
Thomas. 007. 😎. Great trade craft brother. D🤙🇺🇸
Thanks 👍
As always you have some great information Thank you
My pleasure!
I have an M65 from the Seventies. There were USAF bases in Britain, and in Germany, there was the USAF and US Army, so military surplus was plentiful. Mine says, Gonzales. US Army.
This is great info for if I ever become a POW. I’m 72, so the chances are pretty slim that will happen, but who knows?
Great ideas, thanks Blackie
My pleasure!
Good stuff. Good video. God bless. From Glenn CATT in Massachusetts.
Glad you enjoyed it
Thank you that's good to know, I'll do it to my m65
thanks for watching
@@BLACKIETHOMAS I always watch your videos on UA-cam
I keep a length of snare wire coiled inside the sleeve cuf.
Great tip!
Damn fine video sir.
Suggestion: portable winch to attach to rear bumper hitch when needed. Works well!’
A really good source for this sort of thing is Clint Emerson's book 100 Deadly Skills.
Great video as always at least I can hide my money from the wife 😂
Awesome tips!
Glad you like them!
Do you wear the liner inside when walking in this jacket or is the jacket work another with out it ??
My learning for the day. !!
thanks for watching
Cordage, a small baggie of impregnated cotton, folding money, even "spare" ID's, or other small items like a button compass or small kit can be put into the hood or hood pocket. As a young person, I had classmates that kept various bags of smoking materials there, and cash from having sold some of said materials. Also, if the hood is gone, small envelopes might be tied to the liner and dropped down the back from that hood area.
A person intent to conceal something can find a way.
correct
Popcorn Sutton was a good teacher
yes he was
the names morgan or shapiro wouldn't be familiar by chance? i was always taught the key goes on the back of your belt in the back along with a piece of hacksaw blade!
maybe lol
@@BLACKIETHOMAS i wondered where tony and red got too!!
Is there a specific name or band for these or is this like a rothco one? Curious as I want one now haha
Most likely an original. They’re not that hard to come across. I have two.
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thanks
Smart!
thank you
Another area is rolled up in the hood
yep i kept wax coated jute in the hood pull string channel for emergency tinder
@@BLACKIETHOMAS I rolled up all kinds of stuff up in the hood
Lol giving wazoo hats and belts a run for the money
lol
Sorry my friend, I didn't follow you. Looks like to me anything you put into the "secret" pocket would simply fall out with the access point being upside down. Ax
The pocket is made with the opening upside down. Gravity takes care of everything else
correct when the pocket is placed correct the opening will face up when the jacket is worn
About 30 years ago I was given a Vietnam Era m65 that was a little to big so I rarely wore it it hung in the closet for about 5 years and I never washed it because the guy that gave it to me said he had his wife wash it and dry it before he gave it to me I finally got it out and wore it deer hunting on a rainy day and my buddy killed a deer so I got blood on the sleeves and went home and threw the jacket in the washer and then the dryer where it sat until the weekend when my wife did laundry I told her my jacket was in the dryer and she said she would get it out and hang it up a few minutes later she came up the basement steps and yelled out what kind of deer were you hunting last week and she had my coat in one hand and a pair of black silk thong panties in the other I had never seen them before and I know they weren't in one of the pockets they had to have come out of one of the sleeves I tried to show her how you could go between the liner and outside layer and reach down in the sleeve but she didn't care we stayed married for 5 years after that but I don't think she ever believed me
She thought that you had been in the bush, and the other kind of dear hunting..😅
lol yep
Reminded me of an old navy trick we used back in the 60's . . And why the quarter masters sometimes would give us a pat on the back as we left the destroyer on liberty to check us for weapons . . Those ties we wore were rolled up sometimes with a roll of quarters inside . Hidden perfectly underneath our back collar flap . Using a non regulation knot you could grab one end deploying it in one continuous motion and wail the hell out of someone .
My grandpa also worked for the government just an old redneck 65 jacket blue jeans and that was it