I'm looking to purchase a shawl leather jacket in the same vein as Aero's Aeromarine. I'm aware of jackets by:
Aero
Bill Kelso
Thedi
Himmel
If Himmel wasn't out of my price range before, with Brexit it certainly is!
So who of the others would you recommend and why. Have I missed anyone...
Please see my Ebay auction for a stunning hat by Art.
Open to offers and happy to send internationally but would need to agree postal charges.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/283021693034
1967 Gregory Sportswear Inc. Contract J-7823D
Overall the jacket is is good condition. It does have some small repairs to the waistband and a repair to a rip beside the pocket, please see on attached photo.
Marked as a size 42, but actual measurements:
Pit to pit 21.5"
From collar to bottom...
I have 2 G1 flight jackets for sale. This the first, please see separate thread for the other.
1968 Star Sportswear MFG.CO Contract J-7823D.
Arguably this is the final of the 'good' contracts. The last to have been exclusively made from goat leather and with the real mouton fur collar...
For sale is a Goodwear M422a.
Measurements as follows:
Shoulders: 19'
Chest: 22.5' (24' in middle of armpit gusset)
Arms: 27'
Back: 26'5'
It's in amazing condition - it has very very little wear. As always with John Chapman this is a beautifully made jacket, with fantastic attention...
Hi
This is probably a long shot but I'm looking for either an A1 or an Aero, Aeromarine / Himmel Heron style leather jacket. I.e. 20's style button fastening shawl collar.
Size 42 from a respected maker.
Many thanks
Edit: decision made I'm going for the A1.
Next question which leather?
Original cape skin. Nice drape, but easily damaged.
Goatskin: similar drape to capeskin, much tougher, but I have several goatskin G1's. I like it, but it does have a prominent grain.
Horsehide: tough, nice grain, but...
Hi
Before I place an order for a new one, I thought I'd check if anyone is looking to offload a M422a from one of the respected repro manufacturers. I wear a size 42.
Many thanks
I have a stunning Aero USN Flight Jacket for sale. It's in excellent condition and is from a smoke free and pet free home.
I bought it earlier this year from Plumbline a member here. I'm only selling as it is slightly too large for me. It is not broken in and is in virtually brand new...
I have always loved the simple lines of the Cafe Racer MC jacket. I had looked to getting a vintage example, but the prices are high and the supply low, so I decided to go for a repro.
I really liked the look of Shinki horse hide, but an already expensive jacket can suffer from further custom...
Hi Guys
I'm looking for a good quality repro navy G1 style flight jacket in a 42/44. Not too concerned with maker, but looking for good quality workmanship and materials (aren't we all!).
I've gotten close but not yet found the right jacket!
Many thanks
Hi Guys
Quick question about what is my first custom jacket:
I sent off a series of measurements by email and a couple of months later the jacket arrives.
I am overjoyed as it looks exactly like I'd hoped for. However this joy soon turns to despair as It's immediately obvious it doesn't fit...
Well as Cooper A2 had such good luck, I thought I'd try mine!
I'm looking for a repro navy flight jacket from a 'good' maker in good condition.
I'm a size 42 and prefer a slim fit so
P to P 22-23"
Shoulders approx 19"
Length 26ish
Thanks for your consideration.
I have a 'Raiders' style jacket for sale on eBay. It's a size 42 and is made with a dark brown Nubuck leather:
http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/Wested-Raiders-Indiana-Jones-Nubuck-Leather-Jacket-42-/281912703548?nav=SELLING_ACTIVE
I have a Wested Raiders Goatskin for sale on Ebay:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/281901565993?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649
Thanks for looking
Hi
I have an Eastman Roughwear 27752 for sale. It is good condition but is showing some wear.
I'm asking £320 plus shipping.
PM if interested and I can email some high resolution images.
Thanks
Hi
Given my recent success in purchasing a black Cafe Racer on this forum, I thought I'd try my luck again! I'm looking to buy an A2 style jacket in a slim style 42 inch chest.
Many thanks
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