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Dec 6, 2023. #1. This listing for an RAF WW2 sheepskin jacket is currently on eBay UK. As can be seen in photo 3 of the label the jacket is apparently ‘an original IRVING R.A.F. flying jacket which has been made on the authentic machinery using the same quality leather as during WW2’. Although not a wholly accurate repro (at least it doesn ...Dec 3, 2023 · 1. We are no longer a “Vintage Jacket Forum” We are essentially a repro jacket forum with an occasional vintage jacket popping up now and then. 2. When I first joined the forum, this was the place to come to for outstanding technical information on military jackets . Today at 11:38 AM. Vintage. This forum is for any general questions about flight jackets / motorcycle jackets / civilian jackets - pertaining to vintage era jackets.If you are a fan of quality leather products at affordable prices, then Wilson Leather is a brand that you should definitely check out. Known for their stylish and durable leather ...Jun 30, 2008 · May 26, 2015. #18. one can also soak the jacket down with 50/50 distilled water and 90% or higher isophoric alcohol, wear it until it stretches then hang to dry. Worked on goat horsehide steer hide jackets from aero alexander eastman & goodwear. Sleeves are long, but this is Cockpit's signature styling on all their jackets: longer sleeves, shorter body. This is the updated version, with the separated leather at the base of the zip/ waistband, where previously this was all one piece. A long-overdue upgrade I'd say. All the necessary G-1 detailing is there.It's head and shoulders better than the capeskin Eastman I sold to a forum member about 7years ago. This one looks completely unmarked.£350 delivered worldwide, will put it in the classifieds when I …This forum is for any general questions about flight jackets / motorcycle jackets / civilian jackets - pertaining to vintage era jacketsWhen you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.When I joined the forum in 2009 the number of vintage jacket postings were significantly greater than those posted today. It seems like there were a couple of them posted each …If you're thinking of selling antiques, this guide will take you through exactly how to sell antiques so that you can scale your business. Selling antiques can be a profitable ende...Quartz is a guide to the new global economy for people in business who are excited by change. We cover business, economics, markets, finance, technology, science, design, and fashi...Dec 28, 2021. #2. dav3469 said: I have been wanting the N-1 Jacket for some time. However, with many other interests, I did not want to invest the money that the top of the line makers products go for. Add in shipping woes (a recent Aero order included pilfering somewhere down the line, shipping time, exchange rates and all the …Jan 21, 2021 · Today at 5:50 PM. Moto / Utility Jackets. What jacket (s) are you wearing at the moment? Latest: Smithy. Today at 5:02 PM. General Flight Jacket Discussion. Vintage Leather Jacket Gallery *** PENDING *** A link to the Vintage Leather Jacket Gallery where you can post your pics for easy reference. Jul 14, 2021. #1. This jacket has a Beck label but was probably made by Schott. Based on information in the Rin Tanaka book on Schott, I would guess that it dates to the late 1960s or early 1970s. Elsewhere on this forum, Ken has argued that Schott did not make jackets for Beck, but as I will argue further down, this jacket almost …Dec 9, 2021 · Dec 9, 2021. #2. I don’t own any new N-3B jackets, so can’t comment on the quality of those, but I do own all of the earlier versions -N-3, several N-3As and several N-3Bs up to the early 70s version. Every single one of them without exception is superb. The quality of construction is first class and they’re incredibly warm. Aug 9, 2021. #2. CWU-45 would be more comfy and their pockets are more practical than the CVC's. Both are very resistant but the shiny material of the CWU tends to snag easier than the material of the CVC. Still, I would choose the CWU over the CVC any day, looks way cooler. CWU-45.Antique furniture appreciates in value as it ages. The value of a particular piece of furniture depends on its condition, artistry and rarity. Donating antique furniture to a chari...Sep 13, 2018 · At the present time all of the parts are at the shop and we are awaiting our new batch of Horsehide from the tanners. Once it arrives, we will be making our prototype and then moving on to our pre-order jackets once all the details are nailed down. The Horsehide we are working on will be a light russet, 1.2-1.3 mm thick with some nice grain to it. Placement is quite weird but then I guess it was the 70s/80s shrug. Lorenzol said: That G-1 looks like an A-series G-1 and the rectangular Talon zip looks original - a blackened No. 10 Talon zipper in fact, as per the jackets of that series. Traces of the blackening on the zipper puller's tab are still discernible.Hello all - first big post since rejoining the forum after a rather long hiatus. So, when Five Star first came on the scene I was quick to buy a Bronco - I believe size 48 - the jacket came and fit great. I then said to Shawn (this was all through ebay messenger) "hey I want another one exactly the same measurements."This forum is for any general questions about flight jackets / motorcycle jackets / civilian jackets - pertaining to vintage era jacketsThe jackets were issued to the crews by the Soviet Air Force. The design of the jacket is very similar to the jackets that came to the USSR under Lend-Lease. According to various sources from open sources, the United States supplied several thousand long leather raincoats and about 600 short pilot jackets with a …Vintage Leather Jackets forum. bfrench. Jun 11, 2007. B. bfrench. New Member. Jun 11, 2007. #1. Hi, Folks, Don't know if this is in the correct area but our …Welcome to the Forum. As Flightengineer just explained, your question is not as easy as you probably think. However, I’ll try to give you a brief answer. First you’ll want to decide about how much you want to spend, because that will be a factor in determining how closely you want your repro jacket to … This forum is for any general questions about flight jackets / motorcycle jackets / civilian jackets - both vintage and new - but you may find more detailed answers in their appropriate sections Dec 3, 2022 · mortene. Morten from AVI LEATHER here. We are currently working on a new jacket called A-2A. The concept of this jacket is how we would design the A2. The jacket is based on the A2 Bronco pattern but with some “updates”. The jacket is made with a bi-swing back for better movement, we have added an inside pocket and its made in black ... Fivestar and AVI are very good references for a quality jacket at a good price. If you want something higher end, then there is Eastman Leather. But if you want the best, check out Goodwear Leather. Then, if your goal is to find an original, you should follow B-Man2's advice. Go straight for an original.Personally, having own Both AVIs G-1 and M-422a, I'd go with the M-422a. Definitely better all round fit. Such a pleasure to wear. I would however, request the dark seal goat and mid brown thread (as used on the ANJ-3), makes for a great combo.The history will show Sears was the biggest supplier of MC jackets. Sears used various suppliers to meet the Post War Motorcycle surge through out the 50s boom. By contrast there is much less MC from Wards and Penney at least that is what I anticipate. This is the late 40s Penney Sportclad label used on their …First proper leather jacket I bought was a vintage Schott 141. I really liked it: Great leather, great construction, aged beautifully. Reactions: PeterRocco. Mar 6, 2019 #4 dubpynchon ... Forum statistics. Threads 106,870 Messages 3,023,298 Members 52,415 Latest member designrun. Forums. Apparel. Outerwear and Workwear. USEFUL …Forums. Vintage . HELP! STAR SPORTSWEAR - G1 JACKET. Thread starter dtai; Start date Mar 13, 2021; 1; 2; 3; Next. 1 of 3 Go to page. Go. Next Last. D. dtai Member. Mar 13, 2021 #1 Hi there, I had Star Sportswear G1 Jacket, Can anyone tell me about this Jacket, is it the real issue or reproduction? ... Vintage Leather Jackets; …This forum is for any general questions about flight jackets / motorcycle jackets / civilian jackets - pertaining to vintage era jacketsThe Army OG-106 jackets initially started out as aviation jackets -- the lightweight and winter weight versions. They were supposed to be part of the VN-era two-piece flight suit, also in the same OG-106 color. Both the lightweight jacket and heavyweight jackets existed in two versions. For the...The second question is what time period. There are differences in what went on jackets in the 1950's, 1960's and 1970's....and where. I agree with johnwayne, that getting an original jacket from the …A forum for discussion of vintage leather jackets with a bias toward WWII flight jackets. Join the forum to learn more about the history, style, and care of these …I just received and opened my M422-A package, I will write a longer post later, but I can tell you that, as a noob in flight jacket world, (even if I have learnt a lot thanks to the forum) I am happy with this jacket !!! Yes the leather is thin, but I don't have the same "bat wing" problem with the bi-swing, it's a size 40.Oct 18, 2018 · Oct 18, 2018. #1. Here are some photos of our newly Crafted A-2 jacket. We made this with new top quality, 1.2 mm thick Goatskin leather, 100% Cotton Lining including sleeves, This one is made in our new Superior Grain Dark Brown Goatskin leather with high quality Knitted Cuff. We also have Goat Aniline, & Goat Deer options for this jacket and ... The 641HH has one inside pocket with no zipper or closure. The lining is sewn in (previous runs of this model had a zip-out lining). The jacket has a bi-swing back and underarm footballs with two small air-holes in …I just received and opened my M422-A package, I will write a longer post later, but I can tell you that, as a noob in flight jacket world, (even if I have learnt a lot thanks to the forum) I am happy with this jacket !!! Yes the leather is thin, but I don't have the same "bat wing" problem with the bi-swing, it's a size 40.We’ve combined the sweetness of juicy, ripe pears and the warmth of cinnamon in this all-natural fruit leather. Once it’s dried, the leather becomes beautifully translucent, making...Vintage Outerwear: Threads of the Past. tmitchell59. Dec 5, 2020. Prev. 1. … 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. … 70. Next. Nov 7, 2021. #421. tmitchell59. I'll Lock Up. …Dec 3, 2023 · 1. We are no longer a “Vintage Jacket Forum” We are essentially a repro jacket forum with an occasional vintage jacket popping up now and then. 2. When I first joined the forum, this was the place to come to for outstanding technical information on military jackets . Sep 13, 2018 · At the present time all of the parts are at the shop and we are awaiting our new batch of Horsehide from the tanners. Once it arrives, we will be making our prototype and then moving on to our pre-order jackets once all the details are nailed down. The Horsehide we are working on will be a light russet, 1.2-1.3 mm thick with some nice grain to it. We’ve combined the sweetness of juicy, ripe pears and the warmth of cinnamon in this all-natural fruit leather. Once it’s dried, the leather becomes beautifully translucent, making...In this article, we’re giving you our run-down of over 50 of the best vintage leather jackets currently available for sale online. Table of Contents. Vintage Leather Jacket Brands. …Buzz Rickson's - Duffle Coat Navy - $755 Buzz Rickson's have faithfully reproduced this iconic coat from a heavy duty 34 oz melton wool with a blend of 90% wool and 10% nylon. All details in original coats are present with the three toggle front and hood with adjustable snap buttons.This forum is for any general questions about flight jackets / motorcycle jackets / civilian jackets - pertaining to vintage era jacketssilvio76. nice. Great looking jacket. I always liked the conmar zipper over the Talon for some reason. usually, this model comes with talon zipper, spoke with seller and he said this is custom made jacket and zipper is original from 1940 s. i am not familiar with zippers, so that is the reason why i made a post.Hot off the presses, US Wings’ ARMY A-2 jacket, to complement the new pinks and greens class A uniform... Menu. Home. Forums. New posts. What's new. New posts New media New media comments New profile posts Latest activity. ... Forums. Reproduction manufacturers . US Wings Army 2020 A-2. Thread starter Ed ...Oct 27, 2012 · I have use Pecards on goatskin, both new and old. New goat takes it up like crazy, morso than horsehide. Older G1's take a bit longer, but it does soften up dried stiff goatskin jackets. To hasten the process, I leave the jacket in a warm spot, like in the back seat of my car parked outside, which softens it up and makes the leather softer still. Jul 14, 2021. #1. This jacket has a Beck label but was probably made by Schott. Based on information in the Rin Tanaka book on Schott, I would guess that it dates to the late 1960s or early 1970s. Elsewhere on this forum, Ken has argued that Schott did not make jackets for Beck, but as I will argue further down, this jacket almost …Leather Jacket - Vintage T-Shirt Forum & Community. Home Board index Vintage Clothing Jackets. 4 posts • Page 1 of 1. hoby85. Posts: 14. Joined: Sun Feb 07, …I joined this forum a few months ago when I was researching the purchase of a new A-2 jacket. That search lead me to Five Star. I live in CA and was concerned with ordering a jacket from Pakistan. It turns out that my two transactions with this company have been smoother & faster that buying off the shelf items …Find out what Ox & Pine considers its biggest win while in business so far in this week's Small Biz Spotlight. Not all businesses start off as a way to earn money; some are simply ...The type of motorcycle jacket that has become prevalent in fashion as of 2015 is known as a moto jacket. It is made of leather and has a short-waisted cut and many zippers.silvio76. nice. Great looking jacket. I always liked the conmar zipper over the Talon for some reason. usually, this model comes with talon zipper, spoke with seller and he said this is custom made jacket and zipper is original from 1940 s. i am not familiar with zippers, so that is the reason why i made a post.I joined this forum a few months ago when I was researching the purchase of a new A-2 jacket. That search lead me to Five Star. I live in CA and was concerned with ordering a jacket from Pakistan. It turns out that my two transactions with this company have been smoother & faster that buying off the shelf items …Foster for the most part I agree with what you say Yes there are great Good Wears and Diamonds etc etc , There are a lot of awful top tier makers jacket out there .I know because I owned them not knowing any better I paid a lot of money it must be good or so I thought .Ok maybe the Five Star is not on par with …Wilsons Leather Vintage Cycle Jacket. RedWolf. Feb 13, 2022. #1. RedWolf. New in Town. Messages. 31. Thoughts on this jacket. The jacket is very dark …In this article, we’re giving you our run-down of over 50 of the best vintage leather jackets currently available for sale online. Table of Contents. Vintage Leather Jacket Brands. …The leather is extremely heavy and it is the best fitting Vintage jacket I have ever found. I am 6'0" 170lbs and this jacket is 27" from Base of Collar to bottom of the rear so it doesn't run as short as most vintage jackets yet it is not a half belt. It has no epaulettes, waistline expansions/adjusters, sleeve zippers, …The jacket fits me well the leather graining is good as is the construction .If you want to help me out give me a partial refund so I can have it fixed locally new eyelets and a buckle and you will close the issue with a satisfied customer .Were not talking a lot just enough to cover the cost of repairs locally.This forum is for any general questions about flight jackets / motorcycle jackets / civilian jackets - pertaining to vintage era jackets16,313. Cal Leathers for sure, possibly made exclusively for a retailer as Cal was known to be doing. That's a guaranteed $400 - $500, should you decide to sell it. It's in an amazing condition, beautiful horsehide, all the right hardware, rarely seen shearling collar...Mar 27, 2022. #3. Yep, one of the design flaws of the A-2 is that the larger sizes didn't really differ from the smaller sizes in their length/sleeve length measurements. The manufacturers seemed to think 46 and above were A-2s for tubby people, instead of linebackers. A leather jacket is considered vintage if it features an old style. The term “vintage” specifically refers to anything that’s at least a few decades old. When used in the context of leather jackets, vintage means a style that’s at least 20 years old. Vintage leather jackets aren’t necessarily old. There are both old and new vintage ... This leather flying helmet and oxygen mask was worn by Sergeant Robert 'Alf' Cowley of Queensland during his service with 218 Squadron, RAF. Having served with the 2/2 Anti Tank …This forum is for any general questions about flight jackets / motorcycle jackets / civilian jackets - pertaining to vintage era jacketsJan 23, 2024 · Well-Known Member. Jan 30, 2024. #41. Smithy said: None. I made the decision last year after nearly a couple of decades of buying jackets non-stop, that I'm going to wear what I have. If something wears out, dies, I lose it, then I'll buy a replacement but otherwise I've got more than enough jackets. My Iaido sensei is a Zen practitioner and ... If you have antiques to sell, consider using one of these easy and legit places to sell them and get the most cash for them. Home Make Money Vintage and antique goods can often br...This article describes the effects of a sting from a bee, wasp, hornet, or yellow jacket. This article describes the effects of a sting from a bee, wasp, hornet, or yellow jacket. ...Forums. General Flight Jacket Discussion . The Future. Thread starter Nickb123; Start date Sep 4, 2014; Nickb123 Well-Known Member. Sep 4, 2014 #1 The leather jacket has stood the test of time up until this point. ... On the other hand, vintage leather jackets will be tougher to find as nickb123 said, that is why the prices of those …Dec 3, 2023 · Thus the name change to VLJ, which at the time was a big step forward made to advance the agenda of the forum and to be more inclusive of vintage leather jackets of ALL types and styles. Over the years military flight jackets dominated the discussions and civilian vintage leather jackets got left behind . 90s brown leather jacket ladies vintage oversized bomber leather coat Aviator Jacket size L /XL. (206) £45.00. Vintage 1970's dark brown leather jacket. UK 8. (599) £69.00.VLJ is the premier vintage leather jacket forum on the web. Learn more about cleaning vintage leather jackets, leather care, and where to buy leather jackets.But in terms of functionality and robustness (not cosmetics) are the current authorized Talon's inferior to the vintage originals? As far as the cosmetics, even if the original tooling is long gone, modern day Talon could just 3D scan some vintage ones and then 3d print some new molds for tooling and ship the new tooling over China or …Hot off the presses, US Wings’ ARMY A-2 jacket, to complement the new pinks and greens class A uniform... Menu. Home. Forums. New posts. What's new. New posts New media New media comments New profile posts Latest activity. ... Forums. Reproduction manufacturers . US Wings Army 2020 A-2. Thread starter Ed ...Feb 4, 2024 · Feb 4, 2024. #1. So, I used to have a 1920's car which had a lightweight aluminum body and a lot of period upgrades which made it go twice as quick as it did originally. Interesting and exciting but terribly unreliable. Anyway due to it being low slung and the lack of windscreen etc, I bought goggles, a lovely pair of brown leather sheep skin ... Dec 9, 2021 · Dec 9, 2021. #2. I don’t own any new N-3B jackets, so can’t comment on the quality of those, but I do own all of the earlier versions -N-3, several N-3As and several N-3Bs up to the early 70s version. Every single one of them without exception is superb. The quality of construction is first class and they’re incredibly warm. Latest: Shanghai-Mayne. Yesterday at 10:53 PM. Related Gear. This forum is for any general questions about flight jackets / motorcycle jackets / civilian jackets - pertaining to vintage era jackets.Really though, for around $500 you should look at JaDubowmfg (referred to Platon's Dubows on here). Their Dubow A-2s are the best original-maker A-2 on the planet for the money, right now. I am not sure if they are back tacking orders or not. Worth checking in. You simply cant beat that jacket for the price.B-3 ELMC CONCHO. The B-3 flight jacket was USAAF issue during the 1930s and 40s. The early versions were made in a pale, parchment shade, suede sheepskin, and so after little use were soon soiled with oil and dirt. This was remedied by over-dying the jacket, with a hand-applied dark brown dye to make …Foster for the most part I agree with what you say Yes there are great Good Wears and Diamonds etc etc , There are a lot of awful top tier makers jacket out there .I know because I owned them not knowing any better I paid a lot of money it must be good or so I thought .Ok maybe the Five Star is not on par with …US Military Forum is a user-friendly research and discussion forum for collectors of historic United States militaria - This user-friendly militaria forum has been going strong since 2006 - our sister forum World Military Forum is for collectors of Japanese militaria, German militaria, British...Trench Coat | Vintage Leather Jackets Forum. When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network. Home. Forums.A leather jacket can be dyed, but the process is different than dyeing other materials. To dye a leather jacket, the user must first prepare the leather. Preparing the jacket consi...Dec 3, 2023 · 1. We are no longer a “Vintage Jacket Forum” We are essentially a repro jacket forum with an occasional vintage jacket popping up now and then. 2. When I first joined the forum, this was the place to come to for outstanding technical information on military jackets . | Cllbudxkdmkg (article) | Mxixjy.