Alpha USA 'Replica' N2B Flying Jacket 10/10

[bn1966]

A recent score of mine & just back from a bit of light restorative work, an Alpha 'Replica' series N2B in dark blue (darker than photo...think midnight). I love this jacket, heavy but not too much so, the quality is superb IMHO. The shell appears a decent thick nylon, wool knits, has a wool / cotton / nylon interlining & zips etc seem very robust. The synthetic fur I prefer to the 'white' variety. The fit is my ideal, spacious across the shoulders and chest though not too big & at 5.10 the length is good for me....short but not too short.

 

[Edward]

Nice find. I teresting it has the Alpha tag on the pocket... I thought none of the Replica series had those. When did the N2B go over to an all poly spec interlining?

 

[bn1966]

Hi Edward,

Three of my Alpha Replicas do have that pocket tag, quality is up there with my B-15 version that doesn't (love that B-15 see 1st pic). Blue Replica N2B, reminds me of the Masland N2A but with a darker blue shell. Favorite service version is the Kings Point MFG Co (2nd pic below) My early MA1 Alpha Replica version is a super jacket & has had loads of wear...as happy with it I think as I would be with a Buzz version. On that note, have purchased a Buzz L2A 'Transitional' version (Blue shell / Green lining) from a member here.

 

[Edward]

Those are nice! I'm keeping an eye out for an N2A and early N2B.... I saw that L2A, actually... looks really nice. Be interested to see it when you get to try it on. The Buzz L2As are lovely.

 

[bn1966]

Will get some pics taken Edward when it arrives, being worn. Those Buzz L2As are lovely jackets, I had one years ago, wasn't used to the L2 fit & moved it on :-( Are you after a Masland Contract N2A?..Smashing jacket!!