Recent content by archbury918

To revive an old thread here. I just acquired these A-15's from Aero Leather via eBay. I already own a pair of their excellent 1936 pattern from about 2004. These have the same outstanding construction. What makes them different from Mark's pair, they are shearling lined too!

The early made ones under the Cockpit label weren't too bad for the era. (Late 70's to early 80's). Loosely based on the Perry Sportswear contract. If you find one with a correct box stitch hanger, buy it. These were true to size then. Mostly steerhide. They later turned into "mall jackets" and...

Another great Airventure in OSH

Sloan, you mentioned wanting to see some ANJ-4's 'in the field'...... here are a couple

Yes, I had one of these too. Picked it up in the early 90's at a thrift store. It was the last relatively accurate A-2's Avirex made. I remember the Yeager commercials w/ him standing next to a F-20 Tigershark pitching the Delco brand. It was my 2nd A-2 (the 1st being an earlier Avirex). I took...

Have you considered soaking them in water to get them to stretch a bit?

Turned out well! maybe a second job in costumes in the offing?;) For me, I just couldn't help from keeping mine spotless...guess it's my military training kicking in..

yes, they are perfect for cycles. and for approx $60 USD a damn good deal

Here are pix of originals.

The original AM design for the gloves is a leather lining. Designed more for protection from cockpit fire than warmth. As with the USAAF B-3 gloves, it provided a level of protection yet allowed for 'feel' of the controls. Both services wore a silk lined glove underneath for a bit of warmth w/o...

Big J, you asked about quality? If you follow the link to the boots on the WPG site, you will see about a dozen reviews from customers. It should answer your questions.

I had a thin rubber sole put on my Aero's. I take them to Oshkosh every year. The smooth leather sole was way too slick..even with morning dew on the grass. Better traction on the wings of the aircraft as well. The link for the onlinemilitaria above takes you direct to WPG site. I believe they...

very impressed how the sleeves look better broken in and excellent fit after such a short time. A fine jacket, outstanding fit. Well done!

John, a beautiful jacket for sure! I hope Aero is staying with this pattern. I didn't see it included in the product line yet. My only hang up on it would be the side adjustments. I would trim them back to the buckle or even have them reverse the direction. The modification may not be 'contract...

greedBay has so many disadvantages with sellers fees. If sold overseas the conversion fee and of course always shipping expenses tend to make buyers shy away. You have options..Classified here, Craigslist for your area. The important thing to consider with a jacket like this. SEASON! If you wait...