I love my aviation leathercraft irvin......:-(Never really had any issue with any of my Aero Irvins ... some didn't have the "right" zippers ( Talon and Aero Knitting Needle Company) but the fit was generally good. It's a bit like the old A-2 discussion ... if you want historical accuracy there are REALLY good historically accurate manufacturers out there but the price is at a premium and delivery wait is long ( but if that's what you want then you pays yer money and takes yer choice).
It's interesting that the ONLY manufacturer able to use the Irvin logo and name ( Aviation Leathercraft) don't produce anything close to the accuracy of WPG, Alexanders, Aero and others. Indeed their Irvin jacket bears little resemblence to the historical Irvins of the 40's.
Aren't hobbies fun? lol
Sometimes.
Sounds like me a few years back. Had tp scale life back. Not because of money, but I felt owned by things. My wife too. We've been selling and giving away lots in the last year. I already feel better. One job is enough thank you lolDunno about that Butte....I saved my arse off and have 2 Harleys, neither on the road at the minute, with summer in Oz dying in front of my eyes, I bought a fishing kayak this summer and went nuts, then came new rods, sexy new carbon paddle, and a fish finder that cost a bomb etc....then came the idea to get serious about jackets.....so, hobbies whilst fun, nearly got me working 2 jobs! Defeats the purpose a bit I would think.....wouldnt be dead for quids.....
I admit to looking at watches again the last two weeks. That is a bad hobby. Worse than jackets and more money too.Im hearing you mate.....just 4 more jackets and another Harley, and a couple of watches and Im done....promise......maybe.....
I admit to looking at watches again the last two weeks. That is a bad hobby. Worse than jackets and more money too.
You're right Fanch. Not sure which I enjoy more lolYep, me too. And for the most part, less controversy and acrimony.
Im hearing you mate.....just 4 more jackets and another Harley, and a couple of watches and Im done....promise......maybe.....
I purchased a Rolex watch when I was 19 years old. I still wear it, except when on duty. I don't know if I would do it again at this point in my life, but at the time I felt so, so grown up; so "Miami Vice"-like.
I see Will's decided to repeat the sins of Aero's old Irvin design: tubular arms and teddy bear shearling. [huh]
You're right Fanch. Not sure which I enjoy more lol
With watches, you pretty much get what they sell. Not much customizing, sans possible straps/bracelets. That's why there's no battles. That, and the Swiss are pretty much neutral and don't love battling like the rest of us apparently do lolWhy do these have to go together???I just bought a vintage Omega that I love...all manual, no date, super simple. Unlike many of these jacket decisions. ;-)