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I've been thinking of getting my son a graduation present and was considering the AVILTHR A-1 for its looks, pricing, and light weight (for here in Miami). Anyone have any advice on them? He's a big guy who works out and has big shoulders and arms and a small waist. Would their A-1 suit that kind of build?
 
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willyto said:
For some reason it appears to be rotated in my screen, I'll help you with that:

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The fit is just fantastic on you.
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I just had an Aero A-1 made for me, I went with the Italian Horse hide in seal brown with Carmel knits and stitching, I think it looks fantastic!
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That is indeed a beautiful jacket & a totally nailed fit :)

I was never sure about A-1s when I initially got into vintage flight wear but it's become one of my favourite designs.
 
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bn1966 said:
That is indeed a beautiful jacket & a totally nailed fit :)

I was never sure about A-1s when I initially got into vintage flight wear but it's become one of my favourite designs.
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It definitely is a great design, and yes the fit of this is very nice, one of the reasons I love Aero leathers, customization + premium quality products :)
 
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tropicalbob said:
I've been thinking of getting my son a graduation present and was considering the AVILTHR A-1 for its looks, pricing, and light weight (for here in Miami). Anyone have any advice on them? He's a big guy who works out and has big shoulders and arms and a small waist. Would their A-1 suit that kind of build?
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It's a rather slim build jacket as they originally were made, you may want to to order a size or two larger for him if his on the broader size
 
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I've got broad shoulders / back and sized up from my usual 46 to a 48 ELC A-1 to get the desired fit...
 
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Thanks, guys. Tomorrow I'll measure his chest and arms and maybe email the company, but I think you're probably right about sizing up a bit. I just saw them on another thread here, and the more I look at the pics and read about them the more I like them. I'm just wondering how much the customs might be, but at this price it can't be too bad.
 
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tropicalbob said:
I've been thinking of getting my son a graduation present and was considering the AVILTHR A-1 for its looks, pricing, and light weight (for here in Miami). Anyone have any advice on them? He's a big guy who works out and has big shoulders and arms and a small waist. Would their A-1 suit that kind of build?
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I've posted questions about the AVI LTHR in another thread. I'd like to get an A-1 in capeskin to wear in warmer weather. Of those who manufacture an A-1 in capeskin, AVI has the best price.

Here's some info I received from the company via email (they are not very responsive. I took several emails and days of waiting to get a reply):
  • The capeskin is sourced from South Africa.
  • The main buttons are horn. The backing buttons are plastic.
  • There are no ventilation holes at the arm pits.
  • Even though my chest measures 40", they recommend I purchase a size 38 for a "trim fit."

The plastic buttons don't bother me, as they could be easily replaced. The cotton sateen lining I asked about earlier doesn't bother me, as other A-1 makers at higher price points use the same lining material.

But what about the lack of ventilation holes? Would this be a deal breaker, or are they even necessary with a light capeskin leather jacket?

Also, what about VAT? I've never had to deal with this, so would I incur significant customs expenses if I place an order?
 
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Thanks. With regard to your last two questions, the capeskin is very light: I have a 1940's jacket made from it and it weighs almost nothing. As for the VAT, it seems that the cost is already built into the existing price: when you check out they simply deduct 20 % from your price of purchase (meaning that you don't have to pay it). Then again, that money will probably have to go for customs at this end. Still, it's a great price.
 
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tropicalbob said:
Thanks. With regard to your last two questions, the capeskin is very light: I have a 1940's jacket made from it and it weighs almost nothing. As for the VAT, it seems that the cost is already built into the existing price: when you check out they simply deduct 20 % from your price of purchase (meaning that you don't have to pay it). Then again, that money will probably have to go for customs at this end. Still, it's a great price.
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Thanks for the info. Purchase made. I chose the lighter capeskin in a size 40 (based on the size chart AVI posted, I don't see how a 38 would work for my chest). $263.20 is the price pre-VAT.

Photos and impressions upon its arrival.
 
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Maybe going off topic here, but I'm looking for an A1 style baseball/ varsity jacket, 100% wool. Something like the above from ebbets, but logoless and not leather sleeves. Lined, to make it warm enough for winter. Preferably not in green as well?

Any suggestions?
 
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