Is this Real McCoy b-3 jacket?
Found this on ebay. Seller claims this is Real McCoy B-3 jacket, but on tag is written Real Mcqueen. Did they produce B-3 jackets under name Real Mcqueen or this is fake?
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Need help in determining the zipper manufacturer
Guys, on one of the G-1 I saw this replaced zipper. The jacket of the mid-60s contract ( 7823D(WEP)) and originally it has brass Scovill zip. And was replaced by this. Does anyone know the manufacturer...
View ArticleWW2 Stenciled T-Shirts
I was inspired by some of you guys on the forum to make my own stenciled shirts based on WW2 originals: View attachment 10537 "Long Rangers" 307th Bomb Group, 13th Air Force, Southwest Pacific This was...
View ArticleThe Goldsmith A-2 By Headwind Mfg Co
I am starting this thread for all the upcoming updates and progress on the Goldsmith project. I am really looking forward to this project. It has been a great pleasure discussing all the aspects of...
View ArticleAre B-3s a waste of time and money?
This is a question I’ve had for a while. I think it’s safe to say that the B-3 (and other heavy sheepskins; Irvin, ANJ-4 etc) are very cool, iconic jackets. However, one sticking point seems to be just...
View ArticleInexpensive jacket #6 Schott 125
This is a Schott Model 125 in size 48. It is in the Perfecto line, so it has Schott's best materials and workmanship. I bought it on *Bay in November 2009 for $215 including shipping... more than I...
View ArticleWatches to wear with your flight jackets...
Hi Guys, as I hi-jacked a thread over at the "General discussion" section and posted pitures of my watch in the "What jacket are you wearing today?" thread, I thought it might be cool to start a...
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L-2B vs MA-1
I've never owned an L-2B but I'd really like to buy either one of those, or an MA-1. Question is, how warm are L2B-s compared to an A-2 for example? Which one would be the more practical choice if I...
View ArticleWTB: Used B-2 Winter Leather Flying Cap 7 1/8 - 7 1/4
Looking to purchase a used/worn leather B-2 Winter Leather Flying Cap. 7 1/8”- 7 1/4”. Any help with source recommendations is appreciated. I’m in Northern California. Thank you very much! Andy
View ArticleBronson U.S. Navy Deck Jacket help
Hello! First time posting! Does anybody know a way to remove the "US NAVY" print on the Bronson deck jackets? I really like the early blue zippered one but the only thing getting in my way is the fact...
View ArticleUSN Deck Zip project [Bronson MOD]
There is a couple of wrong in the Bronson USN Deck Zip jkt 2017 version. 1) The 1st is the alpaca lining - all versions point to me it is navy wool lining instead of Alpaca. The 1 & only 1 I can...
View ArticleNeed Ideas for Research
I have contacted the Museum of Flight in Seattle about doing research on flight jackets, so I need some ideas of what the members would like to see. So far my idea is to see what rare contracts the may...
View Articlemy latest acquisitions
I scored a great set of HB-7 Headphones fitted with ANB-H-1 receivers and the red PL-354 bail out plug. (HS-33?) and it came with a black JK-26 extension plug. The receivers are Made by SHURE Brothers,...
View ArticleShould I do something to this one?
Hi, I purchased this G-1, MIL-J-7823 (AER) a couple of years ago, and it's a good wearer. However, I'm wondering if I should put some color back on the worn parts as you see from the picture (and if...
View ArticleAVI LTHR G-1 - sizes 40/42
Hi all. First of all thank you for all the help you gave me in my G-1 patching help thread. I first thought I'd post this there to avoid opening new threads unnecessarily. Then I thought the...
View ArticleMA-1 variations
Seen an MA-1 for sale, Alpha, looks pukka, size xl on a mil label. Got me wondering if there is a book that deals specifically with nylon flight jackets ? MA-1's started with a green lining and ended...
View ArticleHelp identifying a flight jacket....
Hello, I may buy this jacket that looks like a B-10 with different interior (not alpaca) and zipper (Emar). The provenance is an ex military. Is it a post WW2 private purchase or a vintage repro, a...
View Article1931 GOLDSMITH A-2 Limited Edition of 25
We’ve finished the first approved sample, it’ll go live on our website later today but meanwhile here are a few photos. The jacket is made in our Battered Steerhide which feels and drapes exactly how...
View ArticleFIVESTAR LEATHER A2 JACKET
Here are some photos of our newly Crafted A-2 jacket. We made this with new top quality, 1.2 mm thick Goatskin leather, 100% Cotton Lining including sleeves, This one is made in our new Superior Grain...
View ArticleWho are the Mods now ??
Been around a long time here and I've always had just 2 requests here ,,, In you're profile just state the country you are from and IF you are selling something clearly state whether you will or will...
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