Differences between A-2s and M422a/G-1s concerning wear?
Hi! I wonder about the differences between A-2 and M422a/G-1 flight jackets when it comes to wear and colour changes? Seeing a lot of pictures of original jackets and repro jackets, used A-2 jackets in...
View ArticleNamed & Patched L-2B
Hey All, Having joined the forum back in 2017 I've been something of a silent lurker, so thought it was about time I contributed something. When I first joined I owned no jackets and the interest was...
View ArticleIts raining again !!!
So for once its raining again in the good ol'north east of England . Is it a bad / good idea to wear out , my ELC A2 to try and break it in a little ? I get precious little time to wear anything other...
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'Winterized' Period A-2 with B-10 Collar / Tag / Lining
Saw this one on the bay and thought it worthy to post.... https://www.ebay.com/itm/US-B-10-Fl...42-with-Squadron-Patches-007-970/113382068885 View attachment 11713
View ArticleHeadwind Mfg Co - D-1 Mechanics Jacket
Hello, I am excited to announce that we have found a source for some very nice Shearling and will be producing a D-1 jacket in the near future. This will be a house version D-1 and will not be an exact...
View ArticleGen. MacArthur's A-2
General in his A-2. He was a big dude and so his jacket must be huge as it's quite loose on him. View attachment 12269
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
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 ArticleCWU 36 P Sizing by Maker? Breaking In? Bi Swing Backs'?
Gentleman, I have just recently decided to collect & wear nomex CWU 36 P flight jackets. Have just purchased 3 as a starting point. I am attracted to the CWU by design, function &...
View ArticleN1 DECK JACKET CONTRACTS
Following on from my previous thread regarding US NAVY jacket contracts . I found this contract completley by accident . Im going to try and find some more ,as i know there must be more contracts for...
View ArticleNew member Questions
To prevent spammers from joining VLJ I propose that all new members have to answer at least a couple of questions such as why they want to join and what they can contribute to forum discussions. I have...
View ArticleFlaking B3
View attachment 12152 Does anybody have a method to deal with this, when I received the jacket it was on just the forearm and was to be expected I believe due to its age but it seems to have spread to...
View ArticleFelt Novelty MFG. Co B-15 Size 36
Here's a B-15 in a small size and overall very good condition (and priced accordingly) by the Felt Novelty MFG Co. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-40...m=283233521120&_trksid=p2047675.c100009.m1982
View ArticlePatch maker Japan
Here is a patch maker who is in Japan ,he makes leather layered patches .This craftmanship is superb ,I have never seen more precise sewing . He has three up at the moment all are superb but not cheap...
View ArticleRare 1930's US Army transportation wool coat
That is an extremely rare coat, IMO well worth the px. The seller well said about & I 100% agree - once in a lifetime purchase Google would produce you nothing about this coat. Just to share. It is...
View ArticleStretching your jacket up a size
I posted this on the old forum and by request I'm posting it again. I have a Willis & Geiger A-1 that was given to me as a gift. It was supposedly worn in the mini series "War and Remembrance" by a...
View Article"Jeremiah Air Depot" Redyed BR RW18091
Over summer, Jeremiah agreed to sell me his BR Rough Wear 18091 made about 10 years ago. The jacket fits perfectly, but the color kept nagging at me. I felt like the russet was too loud and orange for...
View ArticleMy First B-3 Jacket from Simmons Bilt. Fit Advice Welcome!
Hi So this is my first B-3 jacket. Definitely is shorter than my usual leather jackets front length wise. Back length is OK. I'm 188 cm or 6ft2, and the back length is 64 cm or 25.25 inches. The front...
View ArticleSource of the Odor in my 55J14 jacket from Five Star.
I, awoke in middle of the night, when one of my old silent brain cells came back to life. As some here may know I spent some time in the US Navy and the early part was in the Korean war. About 10 days...
View ArticleNavy style Chambray shirts
Gents (or ladies for that matter!), for anyone in UK if you're near a Uniqlo shop then check out their chambray shirts that come in a either a feint stripe, darker blue or washed out blue options at...
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