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Flite Wear Cloth Test Pilot Jacket *Size Small*
I know nothing of these types of cloth flight jackets but to admire them. This one with a nice Conmar zip caught my eye, and kind of reminds me of one that Buzz Rickson or another Japanese maker...
View ArticleDoes VLJ do a secret Santa or have then ever?
might be cool way for participating members to gift another something they might fancy?
View ArticleA Beginner’s Guide to US Military Leather Flight Jackets
Several years ago I wrote a guide that I posted on ePay that focuses on the A-2 and the G-1 jackets. I am wondering if it would serve any worthwhile purpose if I post it on here. To be sure this is...
View ArticleBronson B-10
Hello, Has anyone in the forum bought one of the Chinese "Bronson" B-10's and what would be one's opinion of the jacket as compared to ELC, BR et al? Regards, Don
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397th Ftr Sqd & 415th Night Ftr Sqd leather patches I made ....
Here's the 397th Fighter Squadron that flew P-47's (left) and the 415th Night Fighter Squadron that flew a variety of types, P-70, Beaufighter and the P-61 Black Widow , enjoy View attachment 11275
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New Aero B-10
So I thought it was worth giving this own thread, rather than continuing to derail the 'fantasy' Buzz thread. I was lucky enough to get in there for the 42" Sample! I've gotta say I liked it...
View ArticleFoster AN-J-3A in superb condition
I got this jacket with the G&F M-422A in another thread. This jacket is in excellent condition except for the knits which had to be fixed a bit (got attacked by moths at one point). It was worn but...
View ArticleBest buy in a B-10 ABOVE size 44?
I know there ain't much out there unless you go Aero or ELC. I own a Pike Bros., which is disappointing in every way. Thin itchy liner, bloopy sleeves, death-grip elastics inside insta-pill cuffs, and...
View ArticleGoodwear B-10
Hello All, Anyone have any info regarding the status of John Chapman's new Goodwear B-10? Last communication was in Aug/September and subsequent inquiries went unanswered. Regards, Don
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A-2 Biker Vest
This vest is for sale in a local vintage clothing store and I thought it might be of interest to the members. No label in it, but you can clearly see 35 mission bombs and the name "Swede" above those....
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M-1951 jacket - at last !
Just picked this up on ebay. £65 plus normal overseas shipping cost rather than that massively overpriced ebay ripoff. I lost 30lbs over the summer and it's meant i can now fit med/large of which more...
View ArticleUnworn / mint Foster AN-J-3a with USN on the back Collar
This ANJ3a was never worn. I received it without the waistband (it had been cut off for whatever reason so I had it replaced. Jacket was never worn. It is beautiful and the leather is the softest and...
View ArticleAlbert Turner & Company B-10 on Ebay
Hi, Since I got the B-10 bug, I am gathering original pictures for choosing the right B-10 and stumble on this incredible Albert Turner B-10. Nice cream collar, brass Conmar and those patches!!!...
View ArticleOriginal Aero Leather 42-15142P
Here’s an original Aero 42-15142P that I recently acquired from another forum member . I have included the data plate information from Gary Eastmans book “Type A2 Flight Jacket Identification Manual”...
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506th P.I.R. WW2 eraleather patch I made for currently serving Army member
Here's the WW2 era 506th Para Infantry Regiment , I made for and Army member serving overseas currently, thanks Mike View attachment 10026
View ArticleFIVESTAR LEATHER A1 JACKET
Here are some photos of our newly Crafted A-1 jacket. We made this with new top quality, 1.2 mm thick Goatskin leather, 100% Cotton Lining including sleeves, Real Horn Buttons, This one is made in our...
View ArticleKnives to carry with your flight jacket
Thought this one might be a little bit more useful than the socks... This is my (almost) edc knive: View attachment 10652
View ArticlePlaton Dubow seal?
Has anyone seen, or can anyone post, a picture of one? Or is color yet another detail one is expected to trust to luck at EUR450?
View Article60s Passaic Cafe Racer
I just purchased a great looking racer originally made by Passaic Leather in Garfield, NJ. Is anyone familiar with this company? I know that they are still in business and sell a variety of different...
View ArticleDo folks in the Air Force of Navy wear Repros?
I have a question. Does anybody who is Active Duty Navy or Air Force pull off wearing a Repro G-1 or A-2? I know it's not regulation, but was wondering if anyone did it with a close patterned modern...
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