Offering up practicality and style, modern menswear often takes cues from military silhouettes and few pieces are more enduring than the M-65 field jacket. Originally conceived for utilitarian purposes, it was worn by the US Military and designed to withstand variable monsoonal weather keeping its wearer cool and comfortable.
Later on the M-65 became subversive, ironically being co-opted throughout the 70s by rebels and political activists, and was emblematic of a growing anti-war sentiment. The M-65 has since become an iconic silhouette and has been worn by some of the most stylish people in history. The field jacket was also famously donned by Al Pacino as Frank Serpico in “Serpico” and Robert De Niro as Travis Bickle in “Taxi Driver”, these seminal cinematic cameos (amongst others) helped the M-65 secure its place as a global street style icon.
The Golborne field jacket is Tonic’s take on a classic. Staying faithful to the original military blueprint, the Golborne Field Jacket is made in Portugal and boasts a 100% cotton outer shell. It features a loose body silhouette and full sleeves to allow for easy layering. Breathable, durable and able to deal with a light shower, Golborne is the ideal mid-weight layer for the unpredictable, transitional spring weather. Designed for contemporary wear, the Golborne retains finer design details like the Velcro fastening at the neck and cuff, hip and chest and patch pockets and an internal drawstring waistband that are reminiscent of its military heritage.
Unfussy and rugged, the field jacket is effortlessly cool and will slot seamlessly into your spring wardrobe. The Golborne can be dressed down with jeans and a t-shirt, but can easily be dressed up and worn over a shirt and something a little smarter. Available in Green and Navy, this field jacket is versatile, timeless, and built to last.
