I loved this coat the moment I saw it in the magazine. I have made a few coats before so I was surprised that this was relatively quick and easy. I have only made knits from Burda so far and was expecting to have trouble with the famous sparse directions. I didn't understand what they wanted me to do for the hem so I did my own thing and am very happy with it. I used the sleeve lining to hem the coat sleeve, (my favourite way to hem sleeves.) The jacket hem was turned and hand stitched with a catch stitch and the lining hem was slip stitched with a jump hem. The back princess seams are lost in these pictures but given a feminine touch to the masculine fabric. I love to contrast different elements in my garments like that. The lining is a flannel that I was concerned about (no slide factor) however I love how it feels so cozy and no static cling so far. I will definitely use flannel again and there are so many print choices. Both fabrics were bought at my LFS with a gift certificate from my sisters for my birthday.
This is a size 38, I could have made a 36 but I knew I was taking a chance and played it safe. Now I have something to compare for future Burda coats. Finished sizes Bust 42.5, Waist 37.5 and hip 46.5, sleeve head 20". I shortened the sleeve in 2 spots for a total of 2 inches. Finished sleeve length 22.5.
http://www.burdastyle.com/pattern_store/patterns/army-jacket-102013 Here is the magazine coat with clearer pictures of the details.
Army jacket