I have just picked up (well waiting for it to arrive) a Levis LVC 1930s Menlo leather jacket and have a question regarding applying a leather conditioner to it.
The jacket is made from sheepskin so was wondering what the best type of leather conditioner would be suitable to use on this type of...
I have two A2 jackets both are the RW 27752 contract, one by Goodwear and one by Eastman.
The GW is a size 48 (roughly equates to a modern 46) and the ELC is a 46 reg off the rack.
The issue is with the fit of each jacket, I personally think that the GW is too big and the ELC slightly bigger...
I picked up a nice 1971 Brill Bros 7823 D (WP) Black label, dynal collar G1 which has the Conmar/Scovill zipper recently and was wondering what year did the USN switch from goatskin to cowhide.
From what I could find on the internet which was not a great deal, it seems that this contract was on...
I was looking through some photos of my WW2 jackets and came across a few of my Eastman Pearl Harbor A2 in walnut steerhide so I thought I would post them.
The ELC PH A2 is one of my most comfortable jackets with excellent steerhide which drapes well and didn't take long to break in at all...
Just a quickie regarding the various repro manufactures of the M41 field jacket in both the US and the UK.
Firstly, which company makes the best repro M41 in your opinion in the US and also in UK.
Secondly, is their a so-called difference between the EM jacket and the Officer jacket which I...
Just a quickie regarding the wearing of USAAF wings on either the pinks or greens shirt when not wearing the service dress uniform eg. with say an A2.
1) Was this a requirement or an option to have your wings pinned on to the shirt.
2) If so, where the wings the full size 3" or the 2"...
Quick question regarding USAAF officer shoes......were they actually shoes or more like the chukka boot style, also anybody know of any repro makers (UK if poss) or where any "close enoughs" can be obtained from.
Just a question regarding the ELC Rangoon shirt, is the shirt true to size eg. collar size 17 inch is the same as a 17" collar on any modern day regular shirt or tighter, also same for the body fit.
Any info appreciated.......:)
Hi chaps,
Been trying to find a USAAF officer's uniform holdall / kit bag but not having much luck.
Anybody know what the official term for the holdall is and anywhere I can look to maybe find a repro etc.
If you know of any pics could you please post them also.......
Just a quickie chaps, I am thinking of going to the Flying Legends airshow at Duxford in July and was wondering if you had any hints or tips on travel, hotels etc.
I have had a quick look and most of the hotels near Duxford are already book up for the Fri, Sat & Sun of that weekend so looks as...
Would any of you chaps be able to tell me the difference between the WW2 AAF Officer Garrison cap and EM Garrison cap, eg. material, cut, colour of the piping, differences in the style of cap etc. are there any noticing features that immediately stand out defining one from the other that can be...
The movie Blood Diamond.......in a word "FANTASTIC", a must see.
DeCaprio is excellent, he must be on a roll with The Departed in 2006 and now this.....what a way to start 2007. :eusa_clap
ELC has finally released their Werber A2....here'e the link to their website for all those interested.
http://www.shopcreator.com/mall/eastmanleather/products/product-3267232.stm
Anybody have the ELC RAF Sweater, if so any chance of a quick review eg. sizing, fit, length etc.
I am thinking about purchasing one but my size is currently out of stock so I thought I take the time to gather more info so any advice would be most appreciated.
Anyone else think that the ELC knits - cuffs and waistband seem a little on the thin and flimsy side, well compared to my Cooper A2 they do....just thought that they would be a lot more substantial with being ELC.
Today I received my ELC A2 in seal goatskin (delivery was under 5 weeks) and it's perfect, I am really pleased.
The seal shade was just what I was looking for and the goatskin has just the right texture and grainy finish with substancial weight also.
The fit seems perfect and as I am a...
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