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The 1996 Retro Nuptse is The North Face's revival of its original 1996 down puffer, built with a boxy, loose cut, a high collar, a stowable hood and a 700-fill-power down blend (80% down, 20% feathers) in a nylon ripstop shell. It is a lifestyle and streetwear piece first and a serious cold-weather layer second, and it is warmer and bulkier than the brand's lighter Thermoball or fleece options. Reviewers and owners consistently praise the warmth, the retro look and the packable hood, while many note the boxy fit runs large and the shell is not fully waterproof. It suits people who want a recognizable, warm winter jacket for city wear and cold commutes rather than technical alpine use.
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Lowest price we've seen: $332.00 on Nov 11 at Balardi. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 11.
Owners and reviewers widely praise the Nuptse for warmth, the iconic retro look and the packable hood, and many call it a winter staple. The most common complaints are the oversized boxy fit, the lack of waterproofing and occasional down leakage.
This is a men's winter down jacket in a solid color. It has long sleeves, a high collar, a hood and a zipper closure. The nylon shell is quilted and carries embroidery.
The jacket is padded with a down and feather fill of 80% down and 20% feather. The fit is loose and straight. It is classed as sportswear.
