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I think I will just watch from the sidelines. I can't think of an appropriate comment. As a matter of fact, I can't think of an inappropriate comment either!

On 2/22/2024 at 9:33 PM, Vitamin400IU said:

It looks like nerd jacket. E-J4TS is much better than this. Really disappointed. 

Agreed. I bought one! I never wear it. It looks like a nerd jacket!

True, you can put all sorts of stuff in the pockets, but it distorts the jacket and makes it look even worse; I would rather use a messenger bag.

2 hours ago, Ponga91 said:

One crackhead homeless with a DIY jacket made out of trashbags and ready to stab you 

Fortunately, it doesn't come in my size!

16 hours ago, DiglettDigs said:

j41

Thanks! That's the one!

On 2/2/2024 at 3:02 PM, brainerd666 said:

Every ACR item has a wash tag. Finding them is half the fun

We should have contest with forum members nominating the ACR piece with the best hidden wash tag. 

I would like to nominate the ACR jacket from a few years ago that zipped up the back with a very long zipper lanyard! I will try to find out the specific model number and edit this post when I do.

On 1/21/2024 at 1:55 AM, leg said:

https://we.tl/t-kJM4iwYtC3

I miss the Cashmere products: KR-H1, KR-H2, KR-NG2, and especially KR-SM1

On 1/15/2024 at 3:28 AM, ACRFan27 said:

I just scooped the P15.  Great pant.  I have numerous pants with the cinch down system.  With these pants though I am having a tiny harder time cinching the waist in.  Is there always a break in process with that cinch and I just forgot about that?  I am paranoid that maybe there was a quality control issue on this particular pair.  I doubt it.  I have a feeling that there's always a break in process where the internal belt eventually loosens.  Any thoughts from anyone that copped the P15s as well?

I have the same problem! They don't cinch down very well at all. 

I bought some shorts with the same cinching system and it works really well on the shorts. However any long pants I have bought recently are hard to cinch down and I am afraid to "Reef" on them for fear of damaging the system!

On 1/11/2024 at 1:08 PM, Theanix said:

Man I absolutely love this fit and the full tonal Alpha head to toe. Also interested to hear more about how you got into Acronym and more about what you do and your back story!

I discovered Acronym many years ago purely by accident. I was looking to buy a messenger bag and I did a Google search for "recommended messenger bags" and found an online article mentioning the Acronym 3A-5 (I can't remember the precise model #)  It was the version with ACRNYM silk-screened on the bottom in bold white letters and the pull chords were red. I still have it, and it is in mint condition because I liked it so much I bought a plain 3A-5 to use as my daily driver instead.

That led me to ACR jackets and trousers and accessories. (My wife keeps saying: "How many jackets do you need?)

I always used to buy black versions of everything. When they brought out  Alpha green, I didn't like it at first and avoided it. But then one article of clothing I wanted was only available in Alpha green. Now I buy everything in alpha green if available! 🙂

Incidentally, the boots I am wearing are Acteryx and the colour is almost a perfect match for ACR Alpha Green.

The Messenger bag was the 3A-5TSR!

14 hours ago, DeadHype said:

@roofus you are a menace for throwing it in a washing machine. I brushed mine with a soft brush, this helped a lot with the touch of the jacket. 

I have many shortcomings but that is the first time I have been called a menace! (other than by my Mother when I was an urchin!)

On 12/25/2023 at 5:58 PM, DROVES said:

i will say, surprisingly water resistant in mild to moderate rain, was walking and friend’s GT was water logged, but my BU was beading and didn’t soak in at all. 

collar is still a bit rough, still need to beat mine up more and soften it up

I washed mine (according to the instructions on the white label) to see if that would soften it up but it didn't make much difference: Instructions said not to tumble dry. My dryer has a cold setting so I was tempted to try that but I didn't. I may try the cold tumble dry later.

21 minutes ago, DeadHype said:

@roofus you look cool, the non shiny zippers on your jacket are nice! 

21 minutes ago, DeadHype said:

@roofus you look cool, the non shiny zippers on your jacket are nice! 

Thank you! I was walking my dog in the park yesterday and a man asked me if I was "Special Ops?"

I thought he was kidding around so I said "Yes."  After talking to him for a few minutes, I was not sure if he was a joker or just crazy!

12 minutes ago, Kamikaze said:

What size j91? 

It's a large and it's a little too big . . . an M would be better

2 minutes ago, roofus said:

Yes! I sold it to a friend! Here are some pics of me wearing a Medium with a J91 as a liner. As you can see it's still roomy!

I just came in from walking the dog . . .hence the rosy cheeks! minus 12 celsius!

17 hours ago, shadowproject said:

Thanks! Could you share some images? I’m 188cm, 84kg. Would you recommend a medium or large? 

I am away right now with a different jacket, but I will post some images tomorrow. I am 178cm and 90kg and a I wear a medium and it fits loose even with a J91-WS as a liner. I would not go larger than the medium for sure; in fact you could wear an S comfortably.

On 12/18/2023 at 2:45 PM, DeadHype said:

Anyone picked up the j115 and sized down?

I am wondering if sizing down 1,5-2 sizes is a good idea as i got offered one in a trade and it’s a small. Usually I wear large and sometimes medium in shells.

I managed to try on the jacket in medium, it fits quite perfect with a v91 underneath and massively oversized without a liner, the neck on the medium is perfect for me. I am not sure if sizing down would do the "cut" justice as it’s intended to fit like it does. Also the neck might be too narrow on the small for me…

Any impressions would help!

this is the medium without and with v91 underneath. 

I bought a J115 and I sized down 2 sizes from an XL (my typical ACR size) to an M. It still fits a bit big even with a J91-WS underneath. I could have downsized to a S and still had room for a fleecy or hoodie or jacket underneath. It is a very excellent jacket but when they say it fits Wide . . . It fits wide!!!

You should be able to wear a small without a problem.

13 hours ago, shadowproject said:

Has anyone picked up the J110ts? Love to see some fits and reviews on it!

Yes! I bought one in alpha green. I usually wear an XL in ACR gear. However given the "Wide" fit designation; I ordered and L. That was a good choice! It's a great jacket! It is bomber style and the alpha green colour is great. I have had a lot of compliments!

My advice: go for it! You won't be disappointed!

I like the "Maternity Wear" comment!

On 11/25/2023 at 2:25 PM, XLARGE said:

In my personal humble opinion it’s not. 
I think it fits kinda oversized or big.
At least if you look at it as a hoodie. 
If you look at it like a jacket maybe not. 
I wear everything XL and a heavy hoodie fit’s easily and it’s still roomy. 
I like the fit though, but it’s big. 

Agreed! ACR says it fits wide and that's true. I like loose fitting garments but it fits really big in the belly area. I little tighter fit there and in the cuffs would be welcome. However, it is very soft and comfortable and very warm and I like the built-in sling technology! . . .and if you happen to be pregnant . . .or if you like beer; you're good to go!

4 hours ago, mariahscarry said:

Just visited Darklands and, wow. Such an incredible store, anyone visiting Berlin must visit. They do not allow photography and even if they did, photos could not possibly serve justice to its greatness. Almost felt like I was in a Burial music video haha.

Was able to try on J70 in black/medium. Usually i’m a large in acronym but the jacket still fit, but snug. Even in a large I doubt I would manage to fit a hoodie underneath. Fabric is superb face to face, a little bit itchy but the owner mentioned he purchased the size large and it’s softened up after only wearing it a few times. 

I really enjoyed the wrist cuff closure design, and the button front closure has a layer underneath to keep cold air out. The jacket definitely exceeded my expectations. I will purchase it later on when it goes on sale. 

Well it seems like the best strategy to wear it and break it in!

4 hours ago, mariahscarry said:

Just visited Darklands and, wow. Such an incredible store, anyone visiting Berlin must visit. They do not allow photography and even if they did, photos could not possibly serve justice to its greatness. Almost felt like I was in a Burial music video haha.

Was able to try on J70 in black/medium. Usually i’m a large in acronym but the jacket still fit, but snug. Even in a large I doubt I would manage to fit a hoodie underneath. Fabric is superb face to face, a little bit itchy but the owner mentioned he purchased the size large and it’s softened up after only wearing it a few times. 

I really enjoyed the wrist cuff closure design, and the button front closure has a layer underneath to keep cold air out. The jacket definitely exceeded my expectations. I will purchase it later on when it goes on sale. 

I would love to visit Darklands based on your experience  . . .the website is very impressive too, for us virtual travellers.

1 hour ago, scamster said:

@roofus thanks for that, thought what the hell and ordered it this morning. planning to wear it with a hoodie if I keep it but will probably melt with the both of them on, even in the uk winter I tend to overheat with just a tee and light jacket, I know I’m weird. stupidly let go of my sisp tech wool blazer and been looking for another one or something else to replace it.

how’d you find the size? I know it’s meant to be a little oversized but grabbed my usual large hoping it’ll be ok.

It fits somewhat large. ACR call it a straight fit but it's on the big side. You should be fine with your usual size.

1 hour ago, DeadHype said:

This is large on me, it’s quite boxy but if you want to layer you should be good. Also with a thin longsleeve or sweater it will work out. I am really curious how the material will develop with wear. 

what's the fire extinguisher for? . . . asking for a friend!

14 hours ago, scamster said:

Anyone cop the j70-bu? Interested what you think of it?

OK, UPS just dropped the J70-BU. The box is huge; its contents are heavy! Inside the Jacket is big, stiff, and blocky. The material is thick like felt.  It is really scratchy so you will probably have to wear a shirt AND undershirt underneath unless you are a rhinoceros. It is much scratchier than the J65-KM. It has French cuffs, rather than barrel cuffs.

This jacket goes into my "What-was-I thinking?" part of the closet. I have no idea where or how to wear it!

9 hours ago, scamster said:

Anyone cop the j70-bu? Interested what you think of it?

I did. It's supposed to arrive today. I will let you know what I think.