Where it comes from
The M-51 was drawn to last in the field.
Designed for American soldiers during the Korean War, it had to hold up against cold, wind and rain. London's mods adopted it in the late 1950s. Ours keeps its cut and its hood.
What we mixed
A field parka, reinterpreted for every day.
We kept the M-51's visor hood and flap pockets, then mixed the codes: French moleskin, herringbone lining, corozo buttons, a cleaner cut. A parka you wear every day, without falling into the replica cliché.
What we changed
A 420 g/m² moleskin, woven in France.
The cotton cloth is tightly woven: it blocks the wind, takes on a patina and softens with wear. Inside, a herringbone lining and a removable quilted vest that can also be worn alone.
Men's Fishtail Parka in Khaki Moleskin
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- Material
- 100% cotton body, quilted vest with 100% polyester fill
- Construction
- Made in Morocco
- Care
- Machine washable at home, dry cleaning is not necessary.
Wash at 30 °C (86 °F) inside out, short cycle, mild detergent with no bleaching agent.
Wash separately the first few times: dyed cotton bleeds slightly.
Do not tumble dry: air dry in the shade.
Iron at medium heat, on the reverse to protect the colour.
Avoid fabric softener, which clogs the fibre and reduces its breathability.
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- Exchange or refund upon request, with your order number
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Style
Men's Fishtail Parka in Khaki Moleskin
Style sizes
| 1/2 chest (cm) | Front length (cm) | Sleeve length (cm) | Size to choose |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58 | 87 | 65 | S |
| 60 | 88 | 66 | M |
| 62 | 89 | 67 | L |
| 64 | 90 | 67 | XL |
| 66 | 91 | 67 | XXL |
Garment measurements laid flat, in centimeters. A half-measurement reads doubled.
Measured on the body, under the arms, without pulling tight.
The one you usually take, whatever the brand.
The men's fishtail parka, reinterpreted
The M-51 parka was designed to equip American soldiers during the Korean War: to protect against cold, wind and rain under heavy use. Our fishtail parka keeps its structure and rigour, and takes it up a level: a 420 g/m² cotton moleskin woven in France, an Italian herringbone lining, corozo buttons.
How to wear it
In deep winter with its vest, over a moleskin work jacket or a heavy knit. Without the vest in mid-season, over a henley. The vest alone, over a shirt, when the weather turns mild.
Composition and manufacturing
- Shell: 100% cotton moleskin, 420 g/m², woven in France
- Vest: quilted in France, 100% polyester fill
- Lining: cotton herringbone, Italy
- Buttons: corozo
- Made in Morocco
Care
- Wash at 30 °C inside out, short cycle, mild detergent without bleach.
- No tumble dryer, no fabric softener.
- Air dry in the shade; iron at medium temperature inside out.
A removable quilted vest
Inside, a quilted vest with wave stitching, 100% polyester fill, quilted in France. It buttons into the parka for winter and is worn on its own when the parka stays on the hook: two patch pockets, piped edges, a Pacifica Militaria woven label.
A hood with a visor
Lined in ecru herringbone, the hood adjusts with a drawcord. Raised, it brings forward a stitched visor that keeps rain off the face, a detail inherited from field parkas that makes all the difference on a wet day.
The details
Concealed button placket, button-flap pockets, adjustable cuff tabs. At the back, a straight vent closed by a buttoned tab gives room to walk or sit. The tightly woven moleskin stands up to the elements, takes on a patina and softens over the years. Quickly adopted by civilians, the M-51 became the uniform of London's mods in the late 1950s.
Fit and sizing
Straight cut, with about 20 cm of ease around the chest to layer a jacket or a heavy knit. From S to XXL, the half chest runs from 58 to 66 cm, the front length from 87 to 91 cm and the sleeve from 65 to 67 cm. Take your usual size.
Patina and durability
In three years, this parka will have seen three winters and not one wrinkle too many.
The M-51 was designed for American soldiers in the Korean War: cold, wind, rain, heavy use. Our fishtail keeps that logic in French moleskin, with a removable quilted vest. Here is how the cloth will age.
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smooth, light fiber, uniform color.
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the fabric relaxes at the folds and keeps its lightness.
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the fiber absorbs little water and dries quickly.
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at 30 °C, no tumble dryer or hot iron: the fiber fears heat.
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folded or rolled, it stores without losing its shape.
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the surface mattes in the friction zones.
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resistant to abrasion, the fabric has kept its hold.
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a binding or seam that wears is mended in the workshop.
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nearly three years: a discreet layer, always ready to serve.
A parka is really two garments: the full parka for the deep cold, and the quilted vest worn alone when the season softens. You buy one piece and wear two, from October to April. It is the parka you keep for a decade.
Fit and ease
Two measurements to wear it.
A straight cut, designed for layering without losing its line.
- 20cm
- Of easeAround the chest, to fit a work jacket or a heavy knit underneath.
- 58cm
- Half chestIn size S, up to 66 cm in XXL. Take your usual size.
The Korean War parka, cut in French moleskin.
Two jackets in one, for all the winters to come.
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We are here to help you
Find the answers to the most frequently asked questions here to help you choose with confidence.
Our garments are crafted from exceptional materials (Japanese selvedge denim, French wool from Tournier, etc.) and assembled on vintage machines.
Each piece is designed to last, evolve, and develop a patina over time. Our fabrics are developed to measure: we design our own weaves and have them produced in the world's finest mills (Japan, France, Italy, Portugal, Morocco), often on antique looms. This process can take up to a year to perfect a new fabric.
It is this level of commitment to excellence that defines the uniqueness and quality of Champ de Manoeuvres.
Yes, we ship worldwide. Shipping costs are calculated automatically at checkout. Delivery is free in France and Belgium for orders over €150, in Europe for orders over €300, and for the rest of the world for orders over €400.
Delivery times vary depending on the destination: 2 to 5 business days in France, 2 to 8 days in Europe, and up to 16 days for the rest of the world. You will receive a tracking link as soon as your order has shipped.
Of course! Returns and exchanges are free in France and Belgium for all orders over €150. You have 14 days to try your items at home and return them if necessary.
Each product page contains a detailed size guide and advice on the fit. Do not hesitate to contact our customer service team for personalized advice before your purchase. Otherwise, here is a link to a general size chart.
Each product comes with appropriate care instructions. We prioritize robust, easy-care materials so that your clothes last a long time.
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