Eastman M422a vs 55J14

[rpmooreii]

Re: M422a vs 55J14

Typically the M-422A had a longer body than 55J14s

 

[C.J.]

I had the M-422a from ELC and it was quite long. I do remember Charles telling me that it was longer than the 55J14, which I was also considering.

 

[better duck]

I have both ELC's in size 44.
The 55J14 is slightly shorter than the M422A, but not by much, as is evident from the following pictures: there the difference isn't even spottable.
I like the fit of the 55J14 on my shape best (a bit more "hugging") but the M422A is a very comfortable jacket too.
Photos:
First the 55J14:

Then the M422A:

Funny difference is, that on the 55J14 I actually can close the throat flap with the button, no chance at all of that with the M422A