Is the hood really removable?

Yes. The hood attaches to the jacket and comes off, leaving the stand collar in place.

How warm is it compared with a long parka?

It is a mid-length down puffer, so it warms the torso and hips but stops above the knee. A long parka covers more of the legs in deep cold.

It is a down puffer, not a rain shell. Light snow and dry cold suit it; steady rain will soak the shell and down.

The fleece lines the hood, so it feels soft and warm against the head and face instead of cold nylon.

Use a down-specific detergent, wash on a gentle cycle, and tumble dry low with dryer balls until the down is fully lofted.

It is a mid-length puffer meant as outerwear. It layers over a sweater or blazer, but it is too bulky to wear under another coat.

At Kanuk, for $750.00, as of our latest check.

$750.00at KanukChecked Nov 9

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