Buzz Rickson’s Type M-65 ERDL ‘Water Repellent Civilian Model’ Parka – Camouflage Porter 5oz Japanese selvedge denim

5oz Japanese selvedge denim

Made from 18oz vintage Japanese selvedge denim

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The denim features an uneven slubby texture with a beautiful subtle green cast

Buzz Rickson’s Type M-65 ERDL ‘Water Repellent Civilian Model’ Parka – Camouflage Porter 5oz Japanese selvedge denimBuzz Ricksons revisits one of the most iconic U. S. military outerwear designs the M 65 fishtail parka, originally introduced as the successor to the M 51. This version, crafted in Japan, uses cotton ripstop fabric in the legendary ERDL camouflage pattern developed by the U. S. Armys Engineer Research and Development Laboratory for special forces. The tightly woven ripstop is treated for water repellency, offering both wind protection and light rain