Cool, hope it works out. I feel like either jacket will definitely last you a long time when you find out which you like more.

I know this post is a little stale but I had a McMurdo parka when I lived in Edmonton, AB, Canada. It was my go-to parka for anything colder than -20 centigrade but anything warmer than -15 and it was too much. It was very durable and looked pretty much brand new after 5-seasons before I donated it. I didn’t like wearing it very often however because of it’s bulk and low end finishing. For just shear warmth and durability it’s excellent though.