Best way in Southern California to try before I buy (A2s, B3s, G1s, etc.)?
Hey all! New member here, was clued into this site from The Fedora Lounge and US Militaria. Had no idea it existed but am elated to see that it does! I’m based in Southern California and have done some...
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Question about an "approximate" repro, and whether A2s ever had sheepskin...
Hey all. So as I mentioned in my first post yesterday, I tried this jacket on and it was a really good fit: Naked Buffalo Bomber Jacket 594 www.schottnyc.com As I'm relatively new to all this, I had a...
View ArticleHelp to identify this jacket?
Hi there, I have a few questions about this jacket? Could you guys help me out, please? I don't know if this jacket was issued for the military or just a civilian leather jacket. What era is it? and...
View ArticleLeather selection for Cafe Racer jacket.
Have you all any thoughts on what the best leather would be for an Aero cafe racer? I would ideally like the black and Nickle hardware combination but am a little stuck on deciding on the leather. I...
View ArticleOriginal Jackets vs. Repros; what are your thoughts?
Hello everyone, In light of the recent discussion on the pros and cons of original jackets vs. reproductions I thought I would create a new thread so as to not hijack @Lorenzol's sale thread. If you're...
View ArticleEstate sale Perry
So I'm waiting to hear what the estate sale is going to ask for it, but a sale coming up has far in the background a glaring A2. I called and asked and sure enough it's a Perry W35 AC-23377. Of course...
View ArticleShipping wrinkles
An individual I am doing business with claims a horse A-2 has wrinkled in shipping. Said individual implies the wrinkles will not come out. What's your experience?
View ArticleVintage Mouton vs. Regular 'New' Mouton; Differences? Thoughts?
Hello everyone, I had @Grant's ELC B-10 on my mind for some reason and the thing that stuck out to me the most was his use of vintage mouton. It is my understanding that vintage mouton is preferable in...
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1950s US Army Officer 14oz Chino Trousers
@bronson_vintage have now got re-stock of 1950s US Army Officer 14oz Chino Trousers. Just bought a pair how do they size up and what’s the shrinkage after a few washes..? Hope everyone is keeping well...
View ArticleAero's new pebbled grain merino.
What's the verdict mine is just being cut and I might have a chance of this new leather? I think it looks good.
View ArticleArmy A-2 is officially official
https://www.marlowwhite.com/media/pdf/AGSU-implementation-and-transition-strategy.pdf Page 6.
View ArticleWell I’ll be DAMNED... look what I found!!!
Wow, this is amazing. So the paint on my account here is probably still wet, I joined what? 48 hours ago? (If curious see my last two posts for what it was I was looking for.) I usually find nothing...
View ArticleB-1 and B-2 suits: one for winter, one for fall
The Type B-1 winter flight jacket and A-1 trouser, of horsehide lined with shearling, were designed in 1931 by Leslie Irvin, who re-used the basic pattern for the famous RAF suit bearing his name....
View ArticleMy first A2
Hello everybody. I've decided on a Bill Kelso A2 and could use some advice. I am about to order either an Aero/Arco 16160 or an Aero/Arco 18775. I have taken the measurements as per instructions from...
View ArticleDecals !
Does anyone have any techniques or experience in the removal of decals? Most used jacket on Yahoo are cursed with them.
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Introducing the new G-1 Flight Jacket (BUAER 55j14)
G-1 Flight Jacket (BUAER 55j14) - AVI LEATHER • 100% Goatskin • Genuine lamb mouton fur collar • Single-ply rib rack 100% wool waistband with matching double-ply tube cuffs • Rayon lining • Bi-swing...
View ArticleWell what do you know?
There I was, was reading the AVI thread, as you do. Folk were arguing that there was no reason to buy a repro G-1 when originals can be picked up for peanuts. I was about to ask where everyone was...
View ArticleAsk a Curator: Flight Jackets
The National WWII Museum Join Museum Curator Larry Decuers for a look at some of the A-2 leather flight jackets in The National WWII Museum collection. During the war, the highly-prized jackets became...
View ArticleAero 21996 weathering pics
I put all this stuff on Instagram and facebook feeds but forget to post the fun stuff here as well. I need to get better at that, after all this forum is where I started a long time ago- I have been...
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