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  1. Biggles88a

    Famous People in Flight Jackets

    The man who gave a lot of us “The Universe” back then, Carl Sagan (RIP).
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    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Original Alpha Industries L-2B today. From my birth year 1970. I procured the blue knits from MASH Japan because the originals were done for. Fixed solidly by San Diego Leather. Together with the Indian orange lining a swell combination in my personal view.
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    Be honest. What kind of jacket would you want to choose for going on a trip?

    I am pretty much an A-2/ G-1 man myself but I really enjoy the L-2 series as being so comfortable and versatile. And my "mandatory" hairstyle really is challenging concerning the skinhead appearance. I decided I just had to live with it and to make up for it I deliberately look for older ladies...
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    Be honest. What kind of jacket would you want to choose for going on a trip?

    I don't always go to London, but when I do... I do take an L-2 Cheers, enjoy and if in doubt: Stay calm and try SCE to AUX!
  5. Biggles88a

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    On a visit to a friend on top of the Amsterdam University medical center. Great view toward Schipol aerodrome. Excellent A-2 weather.
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    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Eastman Irvin size 44. As you see I am of a rather stout build. The jacket fits nicely close to the body yet somewhat restrictive, as expected. I bought this substantial wearer in 2007 or 2008 when the price was 465 GBP with the Euro being almost one to one. Given the current price it feels now...
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    Famous People in Flight Jackets

    The former James Arnold Horowitz (left)
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    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

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    New Eastman Leather Clothing "Escape" A-2

  11. Biggles88a

    USN M421-A

    Thank you, D., for the swell opportunity on eBay. It arrived an hour ago, fit is perfect, all is well. I have a Buzz Rickson reproduction that wears just as nice. Make no mistake, those jackets are the most versatile in warmer climates if one doesn't want to leave the house without a flight...
  13. Biggles88a

    USN M421-A

    Thank you, D., for the swell opportunity on eBay. It arrived an hour ago, fit is perfect, all is well. I have a Buzz Rickson reproduction that wears just as nice. Make no mistake, those jackets are the most versatile in warmer climates if one doesn't want to leave the house without a flight...
  14. Biggles88a

    USN M421-A

    For whom this may be an option: Double RL M-421 in bleu. On sale. 495.00 USD now down to 244.99. http://www.ralphlauren.com/product/index.jsp?productId=61949726 Definitely recognizable as a M-421 including belt and bi swing back, plus diamond elbows, low pockets, pointed collar and vertical...
  15. Biggles88a

    Help ID Bundeswehr? Jacket

    I think it is a good link. The price is about what you have to and want to pay. The real issued ones, to all three services Marine, Luftwaffe and Heer all had wicked sizes. I am 6 ft, 210 pounds. I wear a 42 Buzz Rickson L-2 size, a 46 in Goodwear A-2s and M-422,and a 44 in an Eastman G-1/ B-3...
  16. Biggles88a

    Patch placement on MA-1 jackets?

    Showtime 100 I am sorry to say that I was there once. Randy Cunningham had released his book "FOX TWO" and I read it when my uncle brought it home from a Kiwanis event. I was impressed and since I was in San Diego at the time I went and met Mr. Cunningham at his home in 1991. He signed an...
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    MA-1 Flight jacket

    Indeed that is an interesting picture, I just finished adjusting my knowledge regarding the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary via Wikipedia. Apparently members buy their uniforms from various sources, even civilian outfitters. I have found the following pdf which describes the uniform...
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    UK/Euro sellers of G-1 Flight Jackets and questions

    Of interest? http://wjon.com/pilots-with-blue-angels-meeting-with-air-show-committee-audio/
  20. Biggles88a

    BUZZ RICKSON N-1 Deck Jacket Size XXL (size 44/ 46)

    BUZZ RICKSON N-1 Deck Jacket, size XXL (44/46), in the USA, IMG attached Please find fit images attaches for your convenience. Please enjoy a fine day. Biggle88a
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    Did G-1s Get Larger?

    AVIATORS CLOTHING G-1 55J14, photos last but not least Here are some pictures of a G-1, AVIATORS CLOTHING CO. INC., size 44 with the following measurements: Width across the back: 18 inches Width of the bi-swing-back: 17.125 inches Back length from the base of the collar to the lower end of...
  22. Biggles88a

    A-1 Jacket / A1 Flying Jacket - The ultimate Golden Era flying accessory!

    Hello Capesofwrath, actually I don't know exactly what kind of leather it is. It is very heavy and feels like a BOOTLEGGER I have which I am fairly certain is made of FQHH. But as I have read these days one better pays a DNA test to see what type of leather one buys/ wears. I could not comment...
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    A-1 Jacket / A1 Flying Jacket - The ultimate Golden Era flying accessory!

    Good Morning, Doktor Damage, please find attached following link: http://www.palmenstandorte.de/en/index_en.php. I personally cannot comment as I am not botanically conversant. Great jacket, though. Cheers, Biggles88a

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