Mexico made Gibson Barnes G-1 quality?

I think you’re right; it does appear to be a G&B jacket (along with a leather Nametag made by the famous Tipsy Gypsy!).

thor said:

I think you’re right; it does appear to be a G&B jacket (along with a leather Nametag made by the famous Tipsy Gypsy!).

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thor said:

I think you’re right; it does appear to be a G&B jacket (along with a leather Nametag made by the famous Tipsy Gypsy!).

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Tipsy Gypsy patches are the best. Takes a metric minute to get done since it’s a small operation but they are the kings of embossed patches.

Good eye on that one!

I found a few pics with better pocket detail. I’d say that those are characteristically G+B.

Going by the two G+Bs I had in the ‘90s-aughts, I’d say that the leather is a bit thinner. I wouldn’t say that is a bad thing as the G+Bs I had were substantially thicker than my issued jackets (Cooper and Pharr). Depending on who you talk to, ‘40s and ‘50s jackets were also made with thinner leather than modern makes and makers like ELC really take some pride in having their G-1 drape like an original.

I’d also say that the pic of the Adm standing shows a pretty flattering fit; trimmer than the old traditional G+B. Hard to tell from a pic, but either they have trimmed down their pattern or he had a custom jacket made.

Incidentally, Wings and Things down in P-cola also makes embossed nametags. Pretty good quality. Quick turnaround. And they take (took?) phone orders back when I ordered some desert wings for our Det.

Deacon211 said:

I’d also say that the pic of the Adm standing shows a pretty flattering fit; trimmer than the old traditional G+B. Hard to tell from a pic, but either they have trimmed down their pattern or he had a custom jacket made.

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Good eye on the fit. I would venture a guess that he probably received some special treatment and got a jacket fitted to his measurements. Of course it is possible that he is an avid reader of The Fedora Lounge and therefore knew that the trick with G&B is to order at least two sizes smaller than you would normally!

El Marro said:

Good eye on the fit. I would venture a guess that he probably received some special treatment and got a jacket fitted to his measurements. Of course it is possible that he is an avid reader of The Fedora Lounge and therefore knew that the trick with G&B is to order at least two sizes smaller than you would normally!

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Two sizes smaller eh? Since I wear a 42 suit jacket and either a 42/44 flight suit depending on the maker, I guess I should order a 40 and 42 since I live nowhere near the factory. Hoping the back and arm length is still enough in the tall configuration.

I should email G&B and see if they still do made to order G1s for those with taller than tall dimensions.

G&B custom-made the G-1 for 6’ 4” actor David James Elliot on the tv show “JAG”. I actually bought one of the jackets (several were made during the years the show ran and then were sold off/given away after production ceased).
Size label reads “44 Made to measure”. The sleeves measure 28.5” while the back length is 28” and chest is 23” from armpit to armpit.
The actor DJE was certainly long and lean!
Hopefully G&B will be able to sort you out with what you need. They do make a very nice jacket.

60foot6 said:

Two sizes smaller eh? Since I wear a 42 suit jacket and either a 42/44 flight suit depending on the maker, I guess I should order a 40 and 42 since I live nowhere near the factory. Hoping the back and arm length is still enough in the tall configuration.

I should email G&B and see if they still do made to order G1s for those with taller than tall dimensions.

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You should contact them

I got a 42 tall G1 flight jacket from G&B a few years ago. It had a 27.5 inch back, 24.5 pit to pit and 27 inch arms. I should have got a size smaller I normally wear a 42 but I need a 40 in G&B. If you know what your measurements in a flight jacket need to me you'll be a lot safer than leaving it to them, I would say.

60foot6,
I agree that it would be a good idea to reach out to them and see what they say regarding sizing and length of the jacket. With your height you might want to go with a custom jacket if that is an option.