FS: Aero leather custom 50's halfbelt size 38

Up for sale is a customized 50's half belt from Aero Leather. It is made of the lighter weight seal jerky horsehide usually used for Aero's A2 jackets.
It is modified from the standard halfbelt not in fit, but appearance. Instead of two lower slash pockets, I had them put A2 style pockets. I also had them remove the upper chest pocket.
I had them install two inner pockets.
It is tagged size 38, but fits more like a 40.
Pit to pit measures 22"
Shoulder to shoulder measures 19"
Bottom of collar to bottom of jacket (back length) 24.5"
Sleeve length 25"
Brown Cotton lining
I bought this jacket a few years ago, and really like it. Unfortunately, since then I have been working out consistently, and put on a few pounds of muscle, so it is just too small.
The jacket is in very good condition, although the edges are showing the expected wear, as shown in the pics

Asking $550, which includes shipping CONUS

PM with any questions

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I remember this one; I seem to recall comparing it to how a more historically accurate Indiana Jones jacket might have looked. Alas a whole three sizes too small for me, but good luck with the sale, it's a lovely jacket.

Funnily enough, there's another company producing a standard model now that looks very much like this. I wodner was it inspired by yours? You should ask for royalties.

Do you have any pictures of the sleeve ends? Storm cuff, button, strap sleeve closure? Thanks.

It's a standard sleeve end, and I neglected to mention there are no storm cuffs.

Here is the front of the sleeve:



Inside the sleeve:

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