The tight fit is the result of the '80's cut. It should be a rather snug fit overall, much like the old saying goes, "fits like a glove". It should not however feel restrictive. You should have complete freedom of movement, as if the jacket were a second skin, ideally. Anything that feels...

So I bought a size 44 ROLA, and I think it was the right choice. It seems to fit me fairly well. I think size 46 would have been okay too, but 44 seems to fit me the way it's supposed to. For those who are curious, it measures 49 inches at the chest and 44 inches at the waist. In comparing it to my ...

Thanks for the advice, Castor. Under normal circumstances, I won't be wearing a sweatshirt underneath. I'd just like to have the option.

Is your OTR a ROLA? How much extra room is in the chest?

Thanks, Dr. Evil. It sounds like we're close to the same proportions, so a size 44 ROLA would probably work for me. Just to be on the safe side, would it be possible for you to measure the chest on your jacket?

Thanks again for all the help.

Thanks guys. Now I have a few more questions. 1. Since the ROLA OTR is not tapered, would a size 46 ROLA fit about the same as a size 44 Raiders, or would there be other weird disproportionate elements? 2. What does the higher armholes on the ROLA do to the fit? Is it hard to get a sweatshirted arm ...

Thanks Holt. I've considered going the custom route, but I'm hesitant for a couple of reasons. First, I want to be able to use the jacket when I get it. But in Chicago, there's a period of about 3 weeks when the temperature is between 30 degrees and 90 degrees, and we're in that period right now. So...

Hello, Long-time lurker, first-time poster. I'm about to purchase a Wested OTR. After spending a week reading up on the differences between the Raiders and ROLA jackets, I'm now more confused than when I started. I'm looking for some clarification on how the two models are sized, and also some advic...