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Good Wear Recreation of my Grandfather's Jacket
My wife and I are moving to Ireland Thursday and I wanted to finally get a proper version of my Grandfather's A-2 before we moved. And boy, did John Chapman come through. Here it is. Good Wear Dubow...
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This is a nice looking m-445a style jacket
I love the contrasting leather on this jacket from y-2 leather of Japan I’ve added the link below for their site PRODUCTS | ワイツーレザー（Y'2 LEATHER)～official site(公式サイト)～ 総合レザーメーカー y-2leather.com
View ArticleOriginal A-2 Wear Out Date?
When the military wants to eliminate the wear of a certain uniform item, it creates a “Wear-out Date”, usually posted in the updated uniform regulation, such as AR 670-1 in the Army. For instance the...
View ArticleQuestion about a "Flier's" jacket
Hello, I am new to the forum I would like to share with you this jacket I just acquired on ebay. It is listed as a G-1 jacket. However, Flyer's is spelled with and "i" and the contract numbers seem...
View Article1940s BUCO PULLOVER SHIRT
HELLO, ANYONE OUT THERE WHO HAS GOT A BUCO PULLOVER RACING SHIRT IN HIS COLLECTION ? MY ONE HAS THE LABEL "HIDDEN" ON THE INSIDE RIGHT BOTTOM NEXT TO THE TALON SIDE ZIPPER. ALL ZIPS ARE ORIGINAL TALON....
View ArticleRepIr shop ep11 series 3 repair of Coastal Command Irvin
I haven’t watched it yet so can’t comment. The Repair Shop is a U.K. tv programme on Quest and if you’re UK based you should be able to get it on catch up.
View ArticleA-2's Can Inspire Weight Loss
As, we all know, the A-2 was designed as a part of the uniform of an Army Air Corps flight crew during the Great Depression, before television, couch potatoes and junk food like Cheetos. IMHO the A-2...
View ArticleYoutube video - why older men shouldn't wear leather jackets!
Thought y'all might find this annoying. Haha!
View ArticleThe 'War Room'/'Theatre of War'...
Following on from Edward's post I thought I would start throwing up some pics as I draw down and re-establish the displays. A lot will go into tubs and the choice bits will move to a couple of 'Shelby'...
View ArticleA B3 from Aero takes 16 weeks...
I'm slowly getting sucked in a B3 addiction after seeing so many photo's of all the great members here posting their pride and joy that I decided to look a bit around to see what is out there....
View ArticlePete Conrad JR’s G-1
This is on display at the museum of flight. What makes this jacket so above and beyond is that the patches and the wings were earned by the owner, through his hard work and by being assigned to the...
View ArticleG1 Nametag?
Hello all i am new to this forum, i have just purchased a 1968 G1 which has ghost marks for two squadron patches on the front, but should a name tag (or the shadow of one) not be present? Many thanks!!!
View ArticleVest for A-2 Jacket
With colder weather approaching, any suggestions for a good-looking VEST under my A-2 for casual wear? I tried sweaters, but don't like the feel of it under my jacket.
View Articleneed advise and opinion about this jacket..thankss
is this jacket G1 fake or authentic? thank you so much
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Show me your caps!
Hi folks! I want to buy a nice cap to use with the jackets but i do not know what brands are there apart from the mainstream ones Can you show me your caps and brand name? Show me what you got! Cheers!
View ArticleA2 - 3rd time lucky? Yes its an A2 fit question.
Hi Guys, I just want to get your expert opinions on the fit of the jacket. I have had several A2s and unfortunately had fit issues with all. With this latest jacket it is an Eastman Leather jacket...
View ArticleGetting into the weeds - Comparing Repro and Original Rough Wear 23380s
Introduction and preliminary photos: Jan A couple months back, Burt and I set out on a project comparing United Sheeplined originals...
View ArticleTo condition or not
Wondering about any thoughts regarding conditioning an original A2 with leather conditioner and what brand d Pecards) is the best.
View ArticleWhat am I seeing here?
In the following pictures one sees gunners and bombardiers with different "sizes" cuffs(fleece visible) at least that is what I think I see. Are the big cuffs rolled up sleeves or are they really...
View ArticleFatso
Anyone ever seen an original A2 with painting on the back of a B17 and the name “Fatso” on the back as well? My friend whose father wore that jacket in WWII would love to see a picture of it.
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