Spec. 94-3040 Jackets, Flying Type A-2
Got it. Many have used a readily available Wright Field “Type Designation Sheet” (TDS) as a reference to the actual spec, 94-3040, but now that we have the actual US spec and many supporting papers it...
View ArticleOriginal Maker A2, Who Makes Them Now?
Using various sources the A2 contracts are compiled along with re-manufacturers making current examples. Gary Eastman's reference book "Type A-2 Flight Jacket Identification Manual" is highly...
View ArticleHelp dating this M-51
Noob here. Just bought this M-51 jacket & it doesn't have any labels except a size label: "36R", & printed lettering inside under collar area: "G-5136". Does this mean it's size 36 & made...
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
View ArticleBuzz Demotex N-1 - Thoughts?
Hola, Do any of my Cloth loving friends own a Buzz Demotex N-1? I'm looking at pulling the trigger on a navy/blue version in Oct and before doing so would love the know if the extra coin is reflected...
View ArticleNew Aero ANJ4-long or short zipper?
Folks, Really thinking about pulling the trigger on a new Aero Anj4. Pretty sure I'll get the jacket done in seal brown with seal brown trim, but am agonizing about whether to get the long or short...
View ArticleMy WWII Navy flight helmet displays
Around 120 plus flight helmets displayed View attachment 1011 View attachment 1012 View attachment 1013 View attachment 1015 View attachment 1014
View ArticleWhat jacket(s) are you wearing at the moment?
We are undergoing a cold spell in the UK this Easter weekend. The A2s have gone away for the time being and out come the Irvins!
View ArticleButtoned Pocket Flaps A-2 Jackets
From the original documents used for clearance of A-2 specification, 94-3040, there are three contracts listed as already procured, and the spec. states in section III "All button holes shall be...
View ArticleZipper Dating Help on a Coats Clark
looking for help on dating a Coats and Clark on a King-O-Wear work jacket I just picked up. Any experts on this brand? View attachment 1417
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Hello, I need help with treatment of my jacket
I think it's nubuck, but what treatment does it need to keep the crackling pattern? Skickat från min ONEPLUS A3003 via Tapatalk
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Nigel Rose - One of The Few
It is with sadness that I post that Nigel Rose, a Spitfire pilot with 602 Sqn during the Battle of Britain and therefore one of The Few passed away on Sunday aged 99. There aren't terribly many of...
View ArticleUK A-2 Repairs
Hi, I have an old horsehide A-2 that is damaged and requires a replaced upper arm and rotten left chest panel. Are there UK-based people who you'd recommend to carry out repairs?
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Rough Wear 1941 Goatskin A-2 W535-ac-18091 Pictures
My A-2 is back from the shop with new knits. What a difference new knits make. It is a generous size 42 with a Crown zipper. It is a depot refurbish, it was repainted, a Crown zipper was added (which I...
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See on Ebay.
It's not mine. http://www.ebay.fr/itm/172868333201?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649
View ArticleWhite aircrew polo neck sweaters
Am looking for your views on what's the best replica aircrew sweater on sale today , there are 3 suppliers here in the UK, Eastman leathers £95, Aero leathers £80 and Silvermans who sells thier's as RN...
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Comical Leather patch made for friend via his request , enjoy :)
Here's a recent leather work I did , I'm sure those who served and are serving will "relate" to this one and enjoy it View attachment 1295
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Another Leather unit patch work .......
Here's a WW-2 Navy one for a change, this one went to a good friend/collector who has over 200 various patches I've made for him over the years, he ahs them matted/framed along with autographs/photos...
View ArticleFantastic Customer service
Hi Just wanted to share my thanks to Gary, Rob and all other staff who make up ELC. Just over 4 weeks ago I dispatched my ELC B10 to them for a full set of knits and within weeks they had turned it...
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