Bomber jackets to trench coats.
I have just had to replace all our wardrobes as our house has been attacked by damp. My old Schott and dodgy leather from Cardiff have been assaulted...
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Thanks to Andrew for compiling this extensive list of manufacturers and production numbers/series for the AAF/USAAF A-2 Flight Jacket. Pre-War...
PEACOAT DATING I first became interested in vintage Navy peacoats while trying to replace a coat my brother-in-law had...
This is the type of Irvin as used during the Battle of Britain (1940) and didn't cost much more than the price of a modern day repro, but has bags...
Members of TFL in this room are expected to treat each other and the Bartenders with respect. It's not a choice, it's what is expected of you by us...
Here's PADDY's reading list on HOW to go from being a 'fella' to becoming a 'Rockefeller!' when it comes to looking like a million bucks and putting...
SIZE CHARTS FOR UK-EUROPE-US in SHOES; JACKETS; SHIRTS; HATS IRVIN JACKET SIZES IRVIN JACKET SIZES 22C/317 1 Height...5' "2"- 5',4", breast...
Hi Guys, I'm still on the Aero learning curve here. I just received my first brand new Aero, and it's a beauty. It's a 30's half-belt in FQHH black....
Does anyone have a photo of a really well broken in US Authentic A-2 preferably in russet? From all the pictures I see floating around the internet,...
Thought this would be a good thread right now, It is Spring, it is rainy and I am thinking about raincoats: What do you use? I like macs but don't...
The Fedora Lounge (TFL) has proven itself over the years to be a tremendous resource for individuals looking for the very best in leather outerwear. ...
I've been wearing a 77th Fighter Squadron, 20th Fighter Group, 8th Air Force. Patch on my A2 or a few years now... and I'm getting tired of...
As we gradually disseminate 'all' the great information gathered from our love for the Irvin style RAF flight jacket into their separate categories...
Hi all, I recently purchased a vintage U.S Navy pea coat, and was curious about its age. Are there any resources that could help me figure this...
Since the publication of Gary Eastman's A2 Flight Jacket Identification Manual it is known that Cowhide was used in the 1939 contract. Therefore John...
I've been researching threads here about conditioners and darkening. Most conditioners, it seems, will darken temporarily, as I would have expected....
Hello all, Received my brown Highwayman (ok, dream jacket :)) yesterday from Insurrection. As some here know I'm a tall guy and can hardly buy...
Not sure if anyone’s ever seen those pictures, but just found them (was randomly searching A-2 images on the net). These are high quality 8th Air...
I'm in the market for a leather jacket. Been reading up for the last week or so. I'm sure I want to fork out 1k+ for a jacket yet. The Gibson and...
Re-starting this thread as the original one got sidetracked and locked. (Please don't go down that road with this thread!!) So....anybody receive...
Hello all Leather flight jacket buffs,need a WW2 Squadron or Group patch to jazz up that A-2 or G-1 ? Well here's "Johnny';) I make them of Ww2...
Need your help choosing a first leather jacket, with the caveat that it's the only one I'll have for many years. I'm starting law school this coming...
Gents, I realize WW2 jacket knits came in all shape and sizes and many jackets had replacements knits by John Doe, that being said... Regarding...
The "long and winding road" for my Teamster came to fruition today as the much anticipated jacket was delivered. After torturing Holly and others at...
Hey fellas, Need your input on who you feel makes the best repro WWII USN M-422(a) flight jackets. I own an older ELC Gordon & Ferguson M-422a...
So, as the thread title suggests, I'm trying to decide if I should put one on my GW Dubow or not? For daily wear, patched up jackets are not my thing...
I saw this on the Aero sales page earlier, and since no-one's mentioned it, I figured that I'd post it. Incidentally it's a 38 to 40 long...
My apologies if this has already been covered, but I didn't find anything specific doing a search. I've been on the hunt for that 'perfect' leather...
A few folks seem not to be aware of the recently created Groups created since Nathan switched on the permissions. So here is a list of the current...
Just received this, brand new Lost Worlds A-2 for $350, very please with it, sleeves are a bit long, and the pocket/collar snaps are not nippled (to...
Good day all, Just coming from another thread that's straying slightly off-topic but it's raised a great point about something I've wanted to ask...
I ripped this from VLJ this AM. Hopefully, Ken doesn't mind it being posted here - I don't think he will do it otherwise. Thought I'd put this up...
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