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Questions about Star Sportswear G-1's
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galvestonokie
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IMHO, the Star jackets were among the better made of the G-1 series. Stars were made in more than the C series. Prior to the E series, the Star jackets were goat. The E series may have been pressed cow/steer hide. you can see Roger Moore's USN leather jacket website for details.
El Marro
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I own two Star Sportswear G-1's, a 1969 D series and a 1972 E series, and I think they are first rate jackets. The D series jacket has a real mouton fur collar and the goatskin is noticeably thicker and nicer than that of the later E series.
Both jackets fit well and I recall reading somewhere that Star G-'s were a little roomier than Ralph Edwards and Brill Brothers jackets.
If you are thinking about purchasing a star G1, I say go for it. If it is a C series, then all the more reason to buy.
Both jackets fit well and I recall reading somewhere that Star G-'s were a little roomier than Ralph Edwards and Brill Brothers jackets.
If you are thinking about purchasing a star G1, I say go for it. If it is a C series, then all the more reason to buy.
GregGale
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What about sizing? If I wear a size 40 ELC Star A-2, would a size 40 original Star G-1 be a safe bet?
El Marro
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It should be a good fit Greg. The G-1 has an action back which allows for more freedom of movement and makes the jacket feel larger then it is. I also find that goat has a little more flex then cow or horse as well as being a bit lighter.
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Still looking?Had a 70's Star in Goat, size 48, absolutely loved it. Fitted in all respects apart from snug (to me) shoulder fit...deal breaker unfortunately. Had the shoulders been a bit wider It would have been a Grail jacket
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I might be willing now. Thinking of moving to more non-leather bits for a while.As always
Hit me up if your'e interested...
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