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Known examples of Steerhide A-2s during the WWII era?
Anybody have a well worn ELC or GW steer A-2? I'd love to see how they compare with horse hide after some good, honest wear.- Danny L
- Post #24
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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Vintage N3B parka question
What kind of zipper does it have? If it has Crown zippers, then it could be a A, B or C model black label. In that condition, they fetch anywhere from $275 up to $400 on ebay. If it has Conmar zippers, it's most likely a D model. I had a D model in similar condition that I sold for $350 last...- Danny L
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- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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Good Wear's Security Aviation Togs
In my opinion, it's one of Johns best yet. He worked on it for a very long time. I believe the label took a while to get right, but it all paid off. He studied all the vintage SAT photos to come up with the only authentic SAT A-2 available. I got mine earlier in the summer and had to keep...- Danny L
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- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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family members on the "wrong" side
My wife (born and raised in Germany) had lots of family members that served in the German Army during WW1 and 2. Her grandfather served in WW1 and was recalled to WW2 in the last months and killed the last day of the war on east front. Several uncles went missing in action. One uncle survived... -
Rara Avis - What rare WWII aircraft would you like to see flying?
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What is your favorite aircraft of all time?
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Rank and Patches on Military Jackets - Might I Offend a Veteran?
I say go for it. I'm a retired USAF weapons troop and still work for the AF as a civilian. I love vintage flight gear. On most cold days, I wear my vintage and repro jackets on base with no problems. The only thing I won't do is wear wings or rank on my jackets. That's pretty much were I... -
A-2 jacket patch identification
Thanks for the link. Yes, I've always been a regular at VLJ and a casual here. ;)- Danny L
- Post #24
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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A-2 jacket patch identification
Nice photo. I'd be interested to see who's in the top photo behind the guys. Almost willing to bet it's Hap Arnold. :)- Danny L
- Post #22
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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What's on your wishlist?
Just two more A-2s I guess. shhhhhhhh ELC or Few 33-1729 Werber GW 27752 Rough Wear- Danny L
- Post #9
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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A-2 jacket patch identification
Actually, the personnel you see wearing Group patches are ones assigned to the Group and not a specific Squadron. Pilots assigned at the Group level are of course the Group C.O. and a few others in positions such as Stand/Eval pilots. This pretty much the same practice as today's Wing...- Danny L
- Post #18
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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My ideal A-2...is it really too much to ask?
That being said, anyone know of one in a collection? I imagine some crazy rich Japanese collector having one locked up somewhere. The one thing I'd love to know is how many are sitting stashed away in some dusty attic. ;)- Danny L
- Post #45
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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My ideal A-2...is it really too much to ask?
I think the same as Andrew. You've done an outstanding job!!! Love your work. I can only imagine how difficult it is to pull this off. Love to see a SAT since no one to my knowledge is doing a authentic version. :eusa_clap- Danny L
- Post #38
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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My ideal A-2...is it really too much to ask?
No problem. I got permission from the history office to post them. Since they are not "mine", I will be the first one to get them out there for everyone to share. Just wish there were more out there. I can't think the lady enough at that history office for making such high quality...- Danny L
- Post #26
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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My ideal A-2...is it really too much to ask?
I'm gonna try and find some time to get back to the history office and look through their photos again to see if there are any I might have missed. Don't believe any of those have ever been published before. I actually spent time and assigned to the 34th Bomb Sq at one time and the 31st Bomb...- Danny L
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- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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N-3B Parka: Own one? Have an opinion?
I bought my D model Albert Turner last year and love it. I wore it for the first time tonight to work as the temps get down into the mid 20s with very cold wind chill. It was my first vintage N-3B as my previous model was issued to me in the early 90s while in Germany. The vintage models are...- Danny L
- Post #15
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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Ok...
Interesting. I was stationed in Germany for eight years and toured a lot of WW2 and WW1 battlefields. It always amazed how many foxholes and trenches still exist in the Ardennes region. Just about everywhere off the side of the roads in forest, you can find foxholes. Found lots of boot... -
What is your favorite aircraft of all time?
Most instrumental: B-52 All-time favorite: B-36 with B-58 a close second. -
James Stewart today? Tom Hanks!
It's been a while since I posted here, but had to when I saw Jimmy Stewart mentioned. I don't think there is any U.S. actor that I can cheer for as much as good ol' James Maitland Stewart. Did they guy ever have one bad mark on his reputation? The most amazing fact is that most people...- Danny L
- Post #17
- Forum: The Moving Picture
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Were Servicepeople Allowed to Keep It?
When I was issued a N-3B in Germany, I was told I'd have to turn it in when I outprocess. Eight years later when I finally left, they never asked for it back. Maybe cause they never had me sign a hand receipt? Yes, basic uniform items are yours to keep since you pay for them with your...
