A-1 Jacket / A1 Flying Jacket - The ultimate Golden Era flying accessory!

One word... RAD!

 

That is a beautiful jacket Matt!
I'd say it's totally rad!

 

No problem Matt, I actually saw it the other day, I'm not crazy about the A-1s however, I would consider wearing one if the price was right.

Steve

 

A-1 jacket?

Hi all,

I've decided to get an A-1 jacket, and am looking at the Eastman and the Lost Worlds (leaning toward the latter). Anyone have experience with either? TIA!

 

My Vote

Try Flightsuits. I bought one of theirs and it is beatuiful.
IMHO

 

Worth looking at Aero too-they are currently doing an A-1 in Cape sheep leather, as per originals. Nobody else is doing that at present as far as I know. They're still doing free shipping to the US for orders over £200 too.

 

When did Flight Suits start selling A-1s? I thought they only made A-2s.

 

A-1!!! Beautiful Jacket. I am interested in this one for some time.
Of LOST WORLD I do not have any article, therefore he might not advise you. Nevertheless I possess two Eastman, concretely A 2 standard of them in Horsehide and it is an excellent reproduction, also I have Hartman Luftwaffe that is the one that more it is usual for me to use to mount in motorcycle and this one is impressive.
The inconvenient only one of Eastman can be the price, but I would recommend these jackets.

RegardsLOL

 

Matt- keep your eyes peeled on Aero's "sale" page- always something there in a vintage style. And remember, these are quality jackets, made from quality hides, not your average "antique lambskin" offering- a good leather costs of course and is a primo item of clothing.
What size do you take in a jacket???
-BT.

 

Eastman A-1

Gents,
I own one of the first Eastman A-1 Summer flying jackets. The hide weight, colour, lining and knit is amazing! I've handled an original, and Eastman's is very good, and quite accurate. The only exception is that the hide is Aniline Steerhide, and not capeskin. [depending on ones research, steerhide was used on later A-1s and is accurate in this reproduction] But one of the most wonderful qualities about this jacket is that it ages [distresses] quickly, naturally. I wore mine for one month solid, in various weather conditions, and it literally aged before my eyes. GORGEOUS!
Tails Up!
ShanghaiJack

 

There was no single, standard, "correct" A-1, so you shouldn't be too fussy about the details.

 

Aero make capeskin jackets.

 

As to sizing from Aero...

In their regular jackets.. ie: Highwayman, Half-belt. Go with your size. If you need longer arms... ask them.

As to A2's. They run one size smaller. I wear a 44, I order a 46. It fits great.

I would assume the A1's fit the same.

Also check their sale page. You might get lucky.

 

I have to say that all my Aeros (A-2, B-3 and Highwayman) are spot on to ticket size-I'm I have a 42" chest, my jackets are all 42s and fit perfectly. My advice would be contact Aero with your measurements, they will sort you out.

MB17