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★★★★☆
Good features on jacket, inconsistencies from seller
I wanted to write this review to clear up quite a few confusion you see around feedback from other reviews, as well as the lack of good description of this item from the seller/manufacturer: 1. This is not stated clearly enough by the seller, so I will clarify: the size you select on Amazon is already adjusted for the smaller sizing from the manufacturing country of origin. What this means is that if you select a size L on Amazon, expect to get a jacket labeled XL. With that said, the size I selected on Amazon (M) fitted me perfectly. I regretted getting "one size larger" as other reviews suggested - I had to return the jacket as it was too large for me. 2. I would consider this a medium-heavy weight soft shell jacket. It is very warm (as far as soft shells go), and not a light weight soft shell intended for more athletic activities. Do not consider this a clothing item which can be compacted down, which is sometimes a consideration for outdoor people (e.g. backpackers). 3. This jacket has a ton of features not really described on Amazon. 4 of the pockets (two upper arm and two torso) each have their own interior cord openings which allow people to thread headphones through to their respect music players. The two torso pockets each also have their own interior pen pocket/slot. If you were to order size L (and larger?), the two torso pockets also each have their own interior plastic D-ring tabs, allowing you to clip keys or other items to it. However, this D-ring is missing in my size M (and smaller?) jacket. The shell of the jacket is water repellent (at least right now when new). The elastic drawstring for the hood is threaded to the top/interior of the torso pockets so they are not swinging around. As other reviews have alluded to, there is a back lumbar pocket with zippers on left and right. Lastly, the hood can be rolled up and held in place by a big velcro flap on the inside of the collar (visible in the picture). 4. The quality/features of the jacket from the seller is wildly inconsistent. Of the two jackets which I ordered (one kept, one returned), one came with features (the D-ring in torso pocket, mentioned above) which the other one doesn't have. One also came with a 1" x 1" Velcro patch (unlike the one visible in the picture) on the jacket, while the other one just has a bare Velcro patch base. One was shipped to me in a giant plastic envelope with ripped interior bag, while the other one came in an Amazon box, perfectly packaged. Since many of the features aren't described in detail, I don't mind that it's missing some things/features, but can't you - as a seller - keep these things consistent so people know what to expect? In the end, I really struggle to give the jacket 4 stars for my review. The inconsistencies in features, shipping, sizing label, and poor product description really put me off and irritate me. On the other hand, this jacket packs a lot of feature for a very cheap price (as far as soft shells go, which are typically pricey). I am opting for 4 stars (opposed to 3), because I believe I will get my value out of this product. But truth is, if I can give it 3.5 stars, I would.
May 2018 · Clothing Shoes and Jewelry · verified purchase
the product in question
TACVASEN Men's Special Ops Military Tactical Soft Shell Jacket Coat
4.4★ · 5,341 ratings, as of 2023
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