In pictures: modified Aero M422a, 30s HB, Stockman

[Lando]

Sir Jacket, those are some very cool jackets. Love the green knits on that custom M422a. Now I really want a jacket with green knits. Damn you !

[Sir Jacket]

Griff, here are the full M422A specs; the 30s HB is a size 40. In most of my other Aeros I've gone for a 38 with added arm and body length.

- Size 42 M422A in dark brown oil pull horsehide
- Back length from collar seam to bottom of knit: 26 inches
- Arm length, including knitted cuff: 25.5 inches
- No bi-swing back, no false halfbelt - ie, just a one-piece back
- Leather collar (not mouton), no trapunto stitching, no throat latch, no USN lettering
- No internal windflap
- Retain under-arm gussets
- Stud fastened inner pocket in lefthand facing
- Outside pockets from the 38-1711 model A2
- olive drab B-10 knits in A2 type double weave jersey
- Antique brass aero zip
- Pure cotton lining, as on the 38-1711 (http://tinyurl.com/3phb3wq) etc with satin overlay for the sleeves
- To be made by Edith

Sir J

[Equality 7-2521]

Fantastic jackets. I think that M422A is the pick of the litter in my opinion but I'm not a purist.

[GriffDeLaGriff]

Sweet.

[leopardstyle]

The first one is the cat's pajamas.

[Sir Jacket]

That M422A is for sale now, all: http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showt...53#post1473053

SJ

[Fanch]

The Modified M422A might have worked better for you with a bi-swing (action) back to go along with the gusseted arms underneath. I think that the combination of both bi-swing (action) back and gusseted arms is what makes my US Navy G-1 the most user friendly of all of my jackets, much less constricting than my A-2's, and even my Highwayman. I agree with what you have to say regarding the 30's HB that appears to be the best fit, if not perhaps the perfect fit, of the lot based on the photos. Which leather and thickness is your 30's HB? It is an impressive looking jacket and fit, and really looks great on you.

[Sir Jacket]

Hey, Fanch. Sorry, missed this reply. The 30s HB is vintage brown FQHH. Thanks for kind words!

Sir J

[jps79]

I saw that you have sold your M422A.
That`s a pity as it looks great on you.
But I think you will find an alternative , soon

[jps79]

Forgot to say: The HB is my favourite!