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

[Flashman]

Congrats to you.

Always a nice feeling to place the order. Not come across an A1 zip front - do you have any pics?

Also is there a website for Superior Jackets - I will google to see if I can find it, perhaps you might provide a link.

I am waiting eagerly for my A1 - April feels so far!

Let us know how you find yours when it arrives.

Hey Guys,

I too am finally taking the A-1 plunge... Placed an order with Mark of Superior Jackets. Talked on the phone and did opt for something slightly custom- straight A-1 but zipper front. Not his "Lincoln Brigade" jacket... just zip front.

Two months or so...not nearly as bad as Aero! can't wait!

Clint

 

[Flashman]

http://superiorjackets.com/?page_id=53

Found the site - the jacket looks 'alright' BUT the pockets are TOO HIGH for my liking.

 

[cbrunt]

Flashman,

You found the site!

No images of a zip A-1... just doing it for tastes. And yes, THOSE pockets are way too high. I'm doing the correct/more common, lower pockets. Mark just doesn't have images. He spelt it out all on the phone- very fun talk.

Oh, he used to have images of his zip Lincoln Brigade jacket. He explained its really more a hybride of an A-1 and A-2... Details of both... a collar similar to the A-1 as in being knit. But size, shape, etc were different.

EDIT... Here are the old links where Mark (Fishmeok) shows his Lincoln Brigade jacket... to get an "idea" of a zip A-1... Of course mine will be "more" A-1...

http://www.thefedoralounge.com/show...test-jacket-size-42&highlight=lincoln+brigade

http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?37663-Lincoln-Brigade-Jacket&highlight=lincoln+brigade

http://www.thefedoralounge.com/show...d-my-new-workspace!&highlight=lincoln+brigade

And just Great!
http://www.thefedoralounge.com/show...hanks-to-Fishmeok-!&highlight=lincoln+brigade

Again mine just an zip A-1- toggles at the neck, all other details the same. Going for a 1930s vibe rather than pure accuracy.

Look forward to seeing images of your's when completed too.

Clint

 

[Flashman]

cbrunt thanks for the links...very interesting hybrid jacket. I wish you much enjoyment when your jacket comes through. Personally I REALLY like the A2 and love the A1 very much - but the hybrid is one that is a little too much for me I'm afraid. Interesting though I will say that.

 

[Dr H]

Mark (Superior Flight Apparel) offers the A-1 with both pocket configurations: the higher form is correct for the US Navy/USCG jacket, while the more commonly seen (as a repro at least) lower pockets are correct for the USAAC version. Plenty of period images of both versions on VLJF.

 

[cbrunt]

Flashman,

Wait... here's a good image of a Zip A-1...

http://webs.rps205.com/curriculum/ssandvoc/images/7C96E6F1DB054EF381B8CE9EEBCDEADB.jpg

 

[Flashman]

That is a nice image and if I may say so, the hybrid/F1 with zip, actually looks better on a woman and as such whilst I don't know if the A1's ever came is male and female versions, personally I would have the zip version for women only. Just my opinion. Still wish there were more A1 pcis to compare.

 

[767fo]

Good wear offers a very nice version of this jacket also.

 

[cbrunt]

Very nice.

And Flashman, here's a good zippered A-1 style jacket, worn by a man...

http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy319/NGrooters/clementsmcmullen6.jpg


Found oun Vintage Leather Jackets. Can't wait to get mine!
Clint

 

[CBI]

Allen - that GW picture is the Electra jakcet. Its not yours is it? I want one. I asked John to make one for me but its a design he did not want to pursue. I love it - wish I owned one -

 

[Dinerman]

And let's not forget about the Himel Brothers Heron.

 

[Dr H]

John/Allen
I though that Electra had been a test jacket as I couldn't recall having seen it on the GW site. Moving away from the concept of the A-1, but a great 30s vibe going on...

 

[CBI]

I thought I had only seen a test model in goat.......

 

[767fo]

I have never spoken to John about this jacket but I thought it was a real nice design. I saved the pic of the jacket before John updated his site.

 

[Deleted member 16736]

Oipolloi.com has a current sale on ELC A-1 jackets (size 42 and 44). 20% off.

http://www.oipolloi.com/eastman-leather-clothing-us-a1-leather-jacket--time-worn-capeskin-brown#

The promo code is NEARLYFREE. May only apply to previously discounted items. Worth a look.

 

[Flashman]

That chap on the right looks very dashing in his A1, perfect look. Thanks for the pic.

Feb in 3 weeks to go, plus March with 4 weeks - so 7 weeks and counting down!

Very nice.

And Flashman, here's a good zippered A-1 style jacket, worn by a man...

http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy319/NGrooters/clementsmcmullen6.jpg


Found oun Vintage Leather Jackets. Can't wait to get mine!
Clint

 

[Dr H]

It's how I (and several on VLJF) wear the A-1 - unsnapped at the waist in the manner of a leather waistcoat (gives it a real twist).
Really enjoying my ELC A-1 at the moment - very practical in the cold weather, worn under a thick coat.
Looking forward to picking up my Good Wear A-1 this month too.

 

[Persimmon]

It's how I (and several on VLJF) wear the A-1 - unsnapped at the waist in the manner of a leather waistcoat (gives it a real twist).
Really enjoying my ELC A-1 at the moment - very practical in the cold weather, worn under a thick coat.
Looking forward to picking up my Good Wear A-1 this month too.

Indeed we do Ian.

Alan

 

[roy]

Bought this A1 style jacket, made by "Stewart Leather", perfect fit, perfect colour.
Cost me £20, and about the same for knit replacements, my favoutite jacket, ever!!!

 

[Flashman]

Bought this A1 style jacket, made by "Stewart Leather", perfect fit, perfectpic colour.
Cost me £20, and about the same for knit replacements, my favoutite jacket, ever!!!

Which? cant see pic.