thanks to the polyester and cotton blend it's constructed from

I'd recommend the lining

This older pair has more conventional buttons

Internal size label has been removed by the previous owner

Vintage surplus that still holds up today

US Army Brown BDU Combat Jacket - X Large Skirts thanks to the polyester andAt a glance 65% Polyester & 35% Cotton Blend Material 4 Button Pockets Button Closure Durable Ripstop Material Button Adjustable Cuffs Reinforced Elbow Pads Solid Brown Colour Chest Size: 53" Suggested Size: X Large Regular Label states "X LARGE" Sleeve Length: 25" Short Label states "REGULAR" Collar to Hem: 31" Vintage Militaria Dated 1998 Genuine US Armed Forces United States Army Surplus Grades Grade 2 Original Condition Good condition, previously