75th fighter squadron rough wear
here are some pix of my original rough wear a-2, 75th fg jacket named to b. barnum, whom i believe was a group captain. i thought that it might be interesting to see the patch placement on and early...
View ArticleELC Werber A2 1729
I am thinking about buying this jacket -ELC WERBER - Contract 1729 from Eastman. Does anyone have this jacket. How is the sizing ? What are your opinions of the jacket, the fit and style. Good choice...
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Boots / shoes to wear with your flight jacket s...
Hi guys, I have spent the beautiful day in our garden....and cleaned some of my boots. Guess there is another obvious Obsession! Four Pairs of Redwings, two Pairs of Thorogoods, one Pair of Whites's....
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How to measure a jacket correctly tutorial
OK, felt the need to show this because apparently there is no certainty about how correct measurements are taken and would like to clarify things and eliminate the possibilities of misunderstandings...
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 ArticleAVI LTHR Bronco updated 2019 version
Hello all, I have literally just received an email from AVI LTHR, that their updated Broncos have arrived. These are made from a veg-tanned seal goatskin, and from the pics at least... the jackets look...
View ArticleAN-J-3?
Looks like an AN-J-3. https://www.ebay.com/itm/USN-WWII-O...519997?hash=item521a79fafd:g:FQkAAOSwKWJcoQkn
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Time for a new Aero
Well my son is now 19 and his beloved Aero no longer fits him. Actually it hasn't fit him in a few years. He's been wearing mine, but it's slightly too big. I think it's time for him to get a new Aero...
View ArticleQuestion about Aero A-2s and cowhide
Hi all - it's my first time posting, although I've been a lurker for a while now. I'm considering getting an Aero A-2 and was wondering if cowhide is an option. I notice it shows up in the...
View Articlewhy no love for aero royale
The aero royale must be one of their least known jackets, it's impossible to find a photo of someone wearing one and no info any of the usual forums. I'm in the process of clearing out my wardrobe to...
View ArticleHLB M-422?
I've been in touch with someone that says they have a HLB M-422, but I thought Monarch, W&G and Switlik were the only makers of that contract. I know that HLB made a M-422a, so what differences...
View Article30-1415 Flying Jacket, Type A-2
A quick fyi. Still haven't found the Air Corps garment drawing document "30-1415 Flying Jacket, Type A-2", but I have to tip my hat to the National Archives as they're tearing the place up to find it....
View ArticleEastman Irvin thickness
Does anyone know the exact thickness of an Eastman Irvin hide? Brian
View Articleweak resale market?
Seems like when I post a jacket for sale, all I get is people replying "I wish it was bigger" or "I wish it was smaller." Is the market just slack right now?
View ArticleOne stubborn panel
So I bought a used jacket recently that -despite being a somewhat cheap old repro - I really enjoy. It has some awesome texture on the leather and is for the most part a comfortable jacket. However...
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The Black Sheep Irvin - Coming Soon from Aero
View attachment 15076 The wheels have been set in motion on this new project, we are having enough sheepskin tanned to do a small trial run of half a dozen or so, price will the same as or very close...
View ArticleRules 1 and 2 of A-2 fit
Rule 1: If you can layer under an A-2, IT'S TOO BIG. Rule 2: If you can't layer under an A-2, IT'S TOO SMALL.
View ArticleTaking the P*ss or what?
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View ArticleMystery A2 jacket
Can anyone help me figure out who made this A2 jacket? I bought it at a local hospice thrift shop. Needless to say, I was not leaving without buying the jacket, despite the missing label. Too many...
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