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  1. MattJacket

    New Aero A2 Jacket - keep or return?

    It is a super jacket and I'm glad to finally own one,. Even though it's a rather blousy fit, it's the closest I'm going to get without spending lots of money and I may fill out a bit one day! Aero actually saw the pics on this thread and said it was a good fit. I don't think I'll get it...
  2. MattJacket

    New Aero A2 Jacket - keep or return?

    I hadn't thought about patching it up as I quite like the plain Jane look. I think if I did ever want to spruce it up, Aero do occasionally have some scaled down patches that might work. A custom painted insignia would look cool but I usually wear a rucksack so it would probably never get worn...
  3. MattJacket

    New Aero A2 Jacket - keep or return?

    Thanks all, It had a bit of a light drain on it this morning and afternoon and also got a few muddy paw prints added by an over excited labrador which I was a bit upset about at the time but there's no scratches. Scratches are inevitable at some point though so I have to get over the instinct...
  4. MattJacket

    New Aero A2 Jacket - keep or return?

    Thanks everyone for confirming that I've made the right decision. Removing the tag felt like a ceremony ha! I've just been wearing it around the house and after just 30 minutes, it already feels more a part of me and is more inclined to move with me rather than trying to make me stand rigid...
  5. MattJacket

    New Aero A2 Jacket - keep or return?

    Guys, Well, what can I say other than thank you, I'm going to keep it! As a relatively new member, I wasn't sure what kind of responses I would get but I'm overwhelmed by the positivity and feel very welcome as a member of this forum. I will wear my first proper jacket with pride and after...
  7. MattJacket

    New Aero A2 Jacket - keep or return?

    Thanks everyone for your helpful and insightful replies. It all really helpful to my decision making. Oddly enough, it actually feels quite small and short - especially in the body. I think this is probably down to the fact that all my clothes are too big and baggy so that's what I'm used to...
  8. MattJacket

    New Aero A2 Jacket - keep or return?

    Hi all, I've been searching for a decent leather jacket for most of my adult life - I'm almost 38! Not a big problem for 99% of men but I'm the size of a child so a massive problem for me. After wasting several hundred pounds on various secondhand and low end jackets, I took a chance and...
  9. MattJacket

    Wanted: Extra small mens leather jacket

    Hi all, Does anyone have anything for sale that would fit a 5'1", slim chap? A large boy's size would also do. I don't mind something a bit baggy - I expect it but being able to get my fingers through the cuffs is a must! Would prefer HH but would consider anything! Budget up to £300 (GB...
  10. MattJacket

    Wanted: Quality leather jacket for a small guy! Irvin, B3, B1 etc.

    14 months on and I'm still looking ha! Would this be a terrible purchase? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VTG-70s-WILKES-BASHFORD-BROWN-LEATHER-A-2-FLIGHT-BOMBER-JACKET-USA-SMALL-/112417037104?hash=item1a2c93db30:g:biEAAOSwuMZZJHQd Cheers, Matt
  11. MattJacket

    Wanted: Quality leather jacket for a small guy! Irvin, B3, B1 etc.

    Still looking. Getting to the point where I'm prepared to sacrifice a good fit in order to own a decent jacket. Cheers, Matt
  13. MattJacket

    Wanted: Quality leather jacket for a small guy! Irvin, B3, B1 etc.

    Thanks so much for your reply. It's comforting to hear that I'm not alone - although you are a giant next to me! I know that there's a jacket out there for me somewhere. The Langlitz show that jackets do exist in smaller sizes. Sadly it's far in excess of my budget. I was briefly considering...
  14. MattJacket

    Wanted: Quality leather jacket for a small guy! Irvin, B3, B1 etc.

    Any opinions on this jacket? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/231856580729?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2AIT&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT It looks like it would fit but is it a good purchase and would it be up to being worn daily? Cheers, Matt
  15. MattJacket

    Wanted: Quality leather jacket for a small guy! Irvin, B3, B1 etc.

    Still looking,... Gah!
  16. MattJacket

    Wanted: Quality leather jacket for a small guy! Irvin, B3, B1 etc.

    Thank you. I spotted that one about an hour ago! I got all excited when I saw the listing but when I looked at the measurement, it still looks to be quite 'long'. Being steerhide, I think the sleeves will stay very straight and I'd not be able to loose any length from creases. It's a good price...
  17. MattJacket

    Wanted: Quality leather jacket for a small guy! Irvin, B3, B1 etc.

    Hi Edward, Thanks for your message. I'm 36. Sadly my chances of getting another growth spurt is very unlikely now! I'm avidly searching eBay. I see plenty of jackets that I like but none that look like they'll fit. I'm realistic that almost everything will be a bit too big. I don't mind a...
  19. MattJacket

    Wanted: Quality leather jacket for a small guy! Irvin, B3, B1 etc.

    Still looking for a quality leather / shearling jacket in a tiny size. Most things considered :) Cheers, Matt
  20. MattJacket

    Wanted: Quality leather jacket for a small guy! Irvin, B3, B1 etc.

    I quite like the look of this but is it a genuine Cooper?* http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VINTAGE-FLIGHT-JACKET-BROWN-MENS-US-ARMY-XS-NYC-SIZE-34-CHEST-ORIGINAL-/131696077952?hash=item1ea9b2ac80:g:7jMAAOSwK7FWhonn Cheers, Matt *Edit... The power of Google says NO!
  21. MattJacket

    Wanted: Quality leather jacket for a small guy! Irvin, B3, B1 etc.

    Thanks for the input everyone. Much appreciated. Yes, I'm in the UK. Sorry, I should have mentioned that earlier! The ALC jacket in the first link measures well for me. Jackets that fit tend to have an inside arm length of 15 - 16". ALC seem to be unpopular on here though so I don't know if...
  22. MattJacket

    Wanted: Quality leather jacket for a small guy! Irvin, B3, B1 etc.

    Hi guys, The options I have are: 1. Buy the Aviation leathercraft jacket in my first link - looks like it might more or less fit me. 2. Buy a Schott B3 in a 32 from Japan. Not sure how small these actually are. 3. Buy something that's definitely too big and get it altered. 4. Wait to see if by...
  23. MattJacket

    Wanted: Quality leather jacket for a small guy! Irvin, B3, B1 etc.

    Thanks so much! I have a ton of respect for this forum and the users and I know this isn't the most exciting of thread in the world! Cheers, Matt

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