Q: is the colour of the parka in your pictures accurate to the parkas that you have in stock?
A: Well the colour in the pictures can appear differently on different monitors/devices, but generally it is quite a good match to the parkas yes.
Q: how do i wash the fishtail parka?
A: The label on the inside of the jacket reads "For cleaning and restoring of water repellency return to laundry for machine washing in accordance with established procedure for Quarpel treated garments. The slide fastener shall be closed when laundered." The label on the inside of the liner reads "Wash by hand or machine in warm water with mild soap or detergent, rinse thoroughly and drip or machine dry. DO NOT DRY CLEAN."
Q: at the detailed photos the label of the parka writes for the size small 33 to 37 inches is that correct?
A: It is indeed what the label says. However, we would advise they come up much larger. A small measures 54" all the way round the outside at chest height.
Q: is this product waterproof
A: No, just water repellant
Q: You say it is a cotton/nylon mix - what percentage of each is it?
A: It seems to vary which is why we don't mention a figure. So far we have seen the cotton/nylon mix as high as 80/20 and as low as 50/50.
Q: Can you take the fury bit off the hood and are these original us army fishtail parkas?
A: They are original. You can take the entire hood off, but not just the fur.
Q: What is the best way to remove the wire from the hood?
A: The hood is not designed to have the wire removed and so can only assume you would have to cut it to do this, but this may cause damage and we wouldn't recommend it.
Q: How worn are the grade 1 jackets compared to the new ones?? Do the Grade 1 jackets look and feel new?
A: It is obvious that they have been worn, but there won't be any tears or major damage. Probably the most noticeable difference is the fur on the hood tends to get a bit matted and dull on the used ones.
Q: Is this parka the same as the The US Army M-65 Fishtail Parka, also known as M1965 Parka or M-1965 Parka? If it isn't, please can you tell me the difference in terms of quality.
A: This is the M-65 parka.
Q: Not so much a question as a thankyou, my M65 grade 1 parka arrived today and I am delighted with it. I had one years ago and can assure buyers that these are the real deal.
A: Thanks for your feedback!
Q: How can I purchase an XS new US fishtail parka with hood?
A: We are no longer able to obtain XS.
Q: I'd like to know the following things:
1) is the New US Fishtail Parka With Hood Brand New (NO second hand)?
2) Do u have it in Black?
3) usually i wear an XL/XXL size. Do u suggest an L size for the mentioned model?
A: It is brand new, it is not available in black, and I would suggest a Large.
Q: How come it doesn't come up with an XS size option?
A: We are no longer able to obtain XS.
Q: How do I attach the hood?
A: The instructions on the label of the hood state the following: 1) Fasten skirt buttonholes to 4 buttons on inside of garment (only 2 on coat). 2) Turn garment and fasten 2 storm curtain buttons to collar. 3) Fasten storm curtain buttonholes to shoulder loop buttons on coat. 4) Secure stud on skirt to socket on inside of garment. 5) Secure loop to coat button.
Q: Would you be able to get this prduct in boy sizes becuase i'm 14 and i'm a Mod, i got everything, but i haven't got a fishtail parka, would you be able to do my request, Thankyou!
A: Sorry, these are only available in adult sizes.
Q: I am writing to ask if the New US Fishtail Parka With Hood is a genuine US Army made Parka.
A: Yes it is new and genuine issue US Army.
Q: How weatherproof is this parka.
A: It is water-repellent but not 100% waterproof. The wire hood provides protection against the wind.
Q: I have a hood which i would like lining with fox fur do you do this service?
A: Sorry, no.
Q: im normally a medium/large in jackets, what size would you recomend?
A: An XS or Small.
Q: hi there, from the age of the "original mods", not sure if having mid life crisis, but would love another of these, I'm usually XL uk size (44"chest) any to fit?
A: As these come up around 2 sizes larger than normal, I would suggest a size Medium.
Q: Are these M51 or M65 parkas?
A: M65.
Q: My chest size is 42-44. What would be the best size to order?
A: As these come up around 2 sizes larger than normal, I would suggest a size small.
Q: What is the fur hood made of?
A: It is a synthetic material.
Q: Is the fur on the hood removable?
A: The hood itself is removable, but the fur isn't.
Q: Is this item lined in any way?
A: Yes, it has a detachable quilted liner which buttons in.
Q: Does the hood detatch from this coat?
A: Yes, it does detach. It is fixed to the coat with buttons.
Q: What is the difference between the two fishtail parkas on your site apart form one being issued and one unissed?
A: That is the only difference.
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