Wild Things Tactical High loft jacket

[doncarpenter]

Does anyone have any experience with this jacket?

My main questions are:

The sizing says that its designed to fit over body armor, so should i size down?

How puffy/thick is it?

Are there any similar jackets from different manufacturers that you like better?

Is there a difference between the happy suit jacket and the high loft jacket?

Thanks!

 

[SHTF]

I havent had both to compare but I do have a Happy Suite jacket. Its large and made for extreme cold weather. I wouldnt use that thing unless it was below 10 degrees and even then only when your hanging out. Its a beast of a coat. I couldnt tell you on the rest of your questions as Ive never had hands on the high loft puffy to know if its the same as the happy suit coat.

 

[doncarpenter]

Thanks SHTF, thats kind of what im looking for, something for super cold weather.

 

[SHTF]

Id be comfortable below 0 in it. What size are you? I have one Id get rid of for Cheap 2xl if thats your size. has a few ember marks but its in great shape. The NExtec fabric is very water resistant also. Great coat I just dont get out in that cold of weather myself.

 

[doncarpenter]

Im a large, in most clothes. Medium regular in mil sizing. Thanks though.

 

[SHTF]

Youd swim in this one then =-). You could almost use it as a sleeping bag =-)

 

[doncarpenter]

I ended up pulling the trigger on the Wild Things Tactical High Loft jacket. Everything I have read says its really warm and durable. I know its not the lightest jacket but i still have a spindrift (canadian) for a lightweight packable jacket. We will see how it works this fall/winter.