The North Face  1996 Retro Nuptse Down Jacket - Men's

This product is not available. Good news: we have a newer version.

The moment you see the oversize baffles, you know you're looking at the iconic Nuptse. The warm, durable The North Face 1996 Retro Nuptse down jacket has lofty 700-fill down and a stowable hood.

Shop newer version

Features

  • Inspired by the iconic design lines of the 1996 Nuptse Jacket
  • Lofty 700-fill-power goose down offers warmth yet remains extremely compressible
  • Down is certified to the Responsible Down Standard (RDS) by Control Union
  • Includes the original shiny ripstop fabric
  • Durable water repellent (DWR) finish helps keep you dry
  • Stowable hood packs into the collar
  • Exposed VISLON® center-front zipper
  • Secure-zip hand pockets
  • Jacket stows in the right hand pocket
  • Bungee cinch at hem helps keep cold air out
  • Embroidered logos on the left chest and back-right shoulder
  • Adjustable hook-and-loop cuff tabs
  • Boxy silhouette
  • Relaxed fit

Imported.

View the The North Face Nuptse Product LineView all The North Face Men's Down Jackets

Technical Specs

Best Use

Casual

Fabric

Ripstop nylon

Lining Fabric

Nylon taffeta

Insulated

Yes

Insulation Type

Down / Synthetic Blend

Insulation

Goose down

Warmth

Warmer

Hood

Yes

Packable

Yes

Back Length

Hip-length

Back Length (in.)

26 inches

Gender

Men's

Weight

1 lb. 11.34 oz.

Reviews

21 reviews with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars

67% 4 of 6 reviewers recommended

Write a Review

Adding a review will require a valid email for verification

Average Warmth

Not Insulated / WarmVery Insulated / Warm
danwiz
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars
3 years ago

Bought for next winter.

I have not done anything with this jacket besides try it on - spring has come, it's for next winter, but REI kind of demands a review shortly after purchase. I am hoping it will be as good as the original Nuptse that I purchased several years ago.

Fitz
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
3 years ago

North Face

Great looking jacket, that will get me through some cold Wisconsin winter days. Love the hood that is hidden in the collar. It has come in clutch on several occasions. My only complaint is I wish it had been available in more colors.

Chilling not
Location:Michigan
Age:35–44
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'3"
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars
3 years ago

Nice but pricey.

Very nice jacket. It should be since I paid top dollar for it. No sale. Was never in their outlet. Not only that the women’s version was reduced to HALF PRICE.

Age:35–44
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'3"
1996 retro
Location:milwaukee wi
Age:75 or over
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'7"
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
1 year ago

great in winter

This the perfect jacket to wear in the winter and it takes up no space in your suitcase because it stuffs itself in its self.

Age:75 or over
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'7"

Overall Fit Rating

Runs SmallRuns Large

Warmth

Not Insulated / WarmVery Insulated / Warm

Product Weight

LightweightHeavy
Golden
Age:25–34
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'2"
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars
4 years ago

Don’t want buy it again

Quality is not good.somewhere has been broke. I am a huge fan of the north face. It was disappointed

Age:25–34
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'2"
Kingslopoke
Location:Minneapolis
Height:6'2"
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
1 year ago

TNF nuptse

The North Face Nuptse is my ultimate piece in the winter, I just ordered another one!

Height:6'2"

Overall Fit Rating

Runs SmallRuns Large

Warmth

Not Insulated / WarmVery Insulated / Warm
Rusty29
Location:Florida
Age:45–54
Weight:250–275 lbs.
Height:5'5"
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars
2 years ago

Ridiculously expensive

You can buy a level 4 warmth Carhartt for half the price and get twice the jacket.

Age:45–54
Weight:250–275 lbs.
Height:5'5"

Warmth

Not Insulated / WarmVery Insulated / Warm

Product Weight

LightweightHeavy
Kevin L
Location:Falls Church, VA
Age:65–74
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'9"
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
2 years ago

My Jacket was stolen so I needed a new one.

Very pleasant experience thanks to the quick checkout and friendly staff.

Age:65–74
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'9"

Warmth

Not Insulated / WarmVery Insulated / Warm
Anonymous
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
2 years ago

Anonymous
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
2 years ago

1 - 10 of 21 Reviews

Questions & Answers

Loading Questions...
image of a girl hiking in iceland

Need help choosing gear?

Get real advice from our experts who have been there, done that.