WWII Flying Sweaters
Show us what you have. I have a USGI sweater somewhere but these are two specific to the AAF. View attachment 3045 View attachment 3046 Gotta love that covered zipper. Smooth and quiet. That can brag...
View ArticleFitzwell Sportswear Co B-15
I've got this on the way- good size and damage seems minimal! However, the zip tape colour (color for our US friends!) seems odd- is this normal for this contract and what zip type is normal? I don't...
View ArticleOriginal Aero A-2 Contract 18775P
Latest purchase. Original Aero Size 46 Contract 18775P from May , 1942. Aero's last contract. 50,000 jackets made. Probably cow. Very sturdy, terrific replacement job on quality Talon repro zipper and...
View ArticleEastman Perry Sportswear B-3
https://m.ebay.com/itm/Eastman-Leat...rry-Sportswear-size-44-b3-bomber/263475305543
View ArticleInteresting find.......
Looking over Ebay and found this. If it weren't for that extra pocket, small size and shipping fees, it has possibilities....
View ArticleHow to remove haze from saddle soap?
Hi Guys; I recently cleaned a ratty old thrifted G1 with saddle soap and then treated it with Lexol. It has developed a bit of a whiteish haze in places, which I assume to be saddle soap residue that I...
View ArticleL-2A "Jinruishi" First Look
I took a risk and ordered this jacket for $110 shipped, about two weeks ago from eBay seller xinwater. Here's the link:...
View ArticlePics of 37J1 Jackets with noseart / patches
since I own one of the Bronson 37J1 jackets I consider to "alter" her a bit just to look different from any other repros "off the shelve" anyone any pics of period jackets with markings / noseart /...
View ArticleThe Lounge is down?
Thought this forum is the most suited place to ask this question, but if this is not the right place feel free to tell me. For the Fedora Lounge users, are you having trouble loading the page? mine...
View ArticleHelp With Leather Patch Stitching
Looking for examples/pics/instructions how to stitch a leather A2 squadron patch onto a flight jacket. I'm interested in the vintage technique where the stitch comes over the patch’s outer edge. Thanks !
View ArticleA-2’s with red silk lining
Following on from that thread in buy / sell that meandered, I thought I’d create this one. Has anyone had an A-2 repro with red silk? I found these two pics of red lined A-2’s that look rather cool I...
View ArticleLovely piece of artwork
View attachment 3152 View attachment 3152 Found on google while reseaching for a new catalogue we are in the process of producing. The title say's British General, Jacket looks like a B-3 but what the...
View ArticleL-2b C model
Greetings, this is my first post. I have a jacket here that is a bit odd. This is a L-2b but has been pointed out that it does not have the oxygen reinforcement tab., and it was never installed. The...
View Articlethe G-1 contracts
Wonder if anyone knows if there is a list of all the contracts and makers who made the G-1 jacket.
View ArticleDiscussion: Would you consider buying a painted repro?
Just trying to stimulate a little discussion. I purchased a Lost Worlds hand painted reproduction A2 off EBay.The jacket is painted with the logo of a B-17 named "Carolina Moon" Beautiful art work, but...
View ArticleShearling Ranks
How do I get the sweaty wool smell out of my ANJ-4? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
View ArticleG-1 CAGLECO 9211A contract
Hi all, A friend of mine has a nice USMC 7823 G-1 from CAGLECO SPORTSWEAR contract 383s-9211A. This jacket has a black collar. I've seen another one from the same contract with the same black collar....
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 Article13th BS Devil's Own Grim Reapers
Digging how the enamel is slowly chipping away on the "Oscar" just as it would've over sixty years ago in Korea. Painted by the master himself, Jerome Urbaniak on my Eastman Cable A-2. View attachment...
View ArticleSuggestions to get the wet dog smell out of heavy shearling ?
Having a full season in my ANJ4! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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