I have been wearing this sturdy shirt-coat in 40 F. weather (with a few layers underneath) for the last few weeks; very pleased.

The sizing is great for me as a larger man who typically wears XL tall shirts (I have a tall torso). The length is a tad long for an ordinary XL. I washed and dried it (on hot) and it fits very well.

Two outer pockets are really convenient (not buttoned).

I actually contacted Carhartt and they let me know that their buttons (which are nickel and brass) have low levels of lead. Brass can contain high levels of lead, I have heard.

The only drawback is that it doesn't have hand pockets on the sides of the jacket. I would like that feature.

If Carhartt (or someone else) made an even heavier cotton jacket, I'd buy that for the winter.