The Flight Jacket Thread

[independencechicago]

Hey Guys,

 

I just wanted to let you know that Independence is carrying the A-2 Brown Rawhide Leather Jacket and the A-2 Deck Jacket from Real McCoys and they are both at 25% off right now.

 

I attached some photos and note that the A-2 Deck Jacket was custom made for us without the USN printed on the chest.

 

 

 

If you have any questions or would like to pick one up, please contact us at [email protected] or at 312.675.2105.

[kimi]

heres a quickie of my RMNZ M444 naval flight jacket. Its had a seasons wear.

 

[kimi]

and a RMNZ D1 which has had two seasons wear. The skin on this one is much tougher than the m444 but both have the same fleece length, shorter than the heavier B3's so more suitable for general wear in an english autumn/winter.

 

[jmfr]

anyone know anything about the poughkeepsie leather company? theres a few companies making replicas of their a2 jacket but no real info. i live near where their former operations are so i was just curious

[st199ml]

Does anyone have any interest in buying my Goodwear A2? Its a United Sheeplined I bought from another forumite maybe two or three years ago. 

 

I don't wear it, which is a crying shame. I'd much prefer to move it on to a good home.

Edited November 1, 2013 by st199ml

[SLAB]

which size?

[kimi]

also interested in measurements and pics here..

[Mr Black]

Also interested. Depending on size & price.

[st199ml]

Hi there

 

Sorry for the delay. I really didn't expect to get any interest. 

 

Its a tagged 42 and sizing is pretty bang on for an A2. Outside pit-to-pit is: 21" and length is a shade under 24". 

 

Three pictures here.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/smphotography/10615150636/sizes/c/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/smphotography/10615158454/sizes/c/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/smphotography/10615150516/sizes/c/

 

Condition of leather overall is excellent, though there's a fair amount of superficial rubbing to the edging and elbows, which shows up in the images. 

 

Price wise I wondered if £300 is too much to ask. Happy to discuss offers but maybe in PMs so I don't derail this thread even more than I already have. 

[fre-co]

That D1 is stunning. Are the RMNZ sheepskins different to the RMJP?

[kimi]

Thanks, it's my favourite too, it's utterly bombproof. I think the two companies were connected in the past but are now seperate. RMNZ also make 'the few' line mostly for the Japanese market.

[baldy]

size 42 Aero a-2 in russet jerky for sale if interest. practically brand new, worn twice

[TbickSTL]

 

https://www.dropbox.com/s/svk9go160doss4c/2013-11-09%2013.46.23.jpg

 

 

https://www.dropbox.com/s/ie7osn7etkc1dys/2013-11-09%2013.46.55.jpg

 

Just picked up this schott. Its a bit short but still wearable. Would be grateful if anyone has any knowledge on how to date these. 

[TbickSTL]

https://www.dropbox.com/s/svk9go160doss4c/2013-11-09%2013.46.23.jpg

 

https://www.dropbox.com/s/ie7osn7etkc1dys/2013-11-09%2013.46.55.jpg

 

Just picked up this schott. Its a bit short but still wearable. Would be grateful if anyone has any knowledge on how to date these. 

Sorry I've no idea why my images arent showing up in the post...

[morrison2951]

I'd be interested in any response to Coke's #1928 post re: the Willis & Geiger and Vanson jackets for quality, etc.  

 

Thanks!

Edited December 17, 2013 by morrison2951

[Distorbiant]

Does anyone know where to buy custom shearling/mouton fur collars?

[Mr Black]

Well- i've finally joined the Flight jacket crew.

 

Just got me a used Aero russett goatskin A2. Will post up fit pics in due course.

[Mr Black]

Amateur selfie. This jacket is a bit of a departure from my usual stuff which tends not to have such a short waistband.

 

i don't usually like to canvas opinion, but do you think this is TOO short or small looking?

 

[jake431]

Mr. Black - that looks like a classic A-2 to me. Now, the reason I don't wear A-2's is because I don't tuck shirts in, and given modern fashion's lower rised pants, you often look like your a slob with a too-short jacket. But as you seem to tuck in shirts, I'd say it's a non-issue. Good sleeve length and shoulder alignment, too.

[dylanbooth78]

I think the jacket looks great on you mate! I always ponder whether my half belt is too short, but at the end of the day they are both classic cut jackets! all I need now is a pair of LVC 44 S501XX to really look the part.

 

Here is a picture for reference!...

 

 

 

[Rjnonato4444]

Is there any way to spot clean an alpha ma1 jacket

[cheapmuthafukr]

Vietnam era( I think...) USN flight jacket... I found it years ago used, and it's been my go to jacket ever since

[Mr Black]

Thought i'd show some pictures of a recently acquired Gordon & Ferguson M442a. Sadly it's too big for me so i'll be selling on at some point to fund something that's my size (this isn't a sales pitch btw). Lovely jacket tho'

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Bobbo]

Time for a bump! I've been thinking of getting my hands on an A-2 jacket but don't really have the funds to go for a top of the line-repro one. So now I'm looking at my options. I came across this jacket of the belgian brand Quartermaster Inspector. Have anyone handled their jacket? 

I also saw some mentions of Flightjacket.com being priceworthy. But what other good options are out there?

And finally, if I go one Ebay - which seems to be somewhat of an A-2 jungle with loads of different brands - what brands would you recommend keeping an eye out for?

Cheers guys! 

[pepper davies]

There are some cool department store A-2 jackets from the 30s-60s on eBay.  I picked up a brown Horsehide one from Hercules that is really pretty awesome for the price I paid.

[jake431]

Thought i'd show some pictures of a recently acquired Gordon & Ferguson M442a. Sadly it's too big for me so i'll be selling on at some point to fund something that's my size (this isn't a sales pitch btw). Lovely jacket tho'

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Beautiful jacket - but why'd someone put an A-4 patch on a WW2 era jacket? Unless it was like a Captain's jacket or something. Any stenciling or personal information associated with the jacket to indicate who it's original owner or owners might be?

[Mr Black]

I can only assume that the fella who was issued this in 42/43 went on to fly a skyhawk in the mid-50's. There was no other information with it but the jacket is now sold.

[tmadd]

Mid 40's A2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[mf051404]

Hi everyone, first-time poster longtime lurker here 

Sharing to you my military-spec flight jacket given to me by my Retired US Navy uncle, this was made by Alpha Industries

Edited July 8, 2014 by mf051404

[spidereye]

LL Bean A-2