Does anyone have a Real McCoy AND a Buzz Rickson N-1?

[CatsCan]

the Tanker really is a nice alternative. But I am really curious if you can get that cheap Mil-Tec N-1 over there in the US, it is a nice looking and comfortable jacket for the price tag.
To clear things, it is not a question of money for the thread opener, it's a question of fit.

 

[Aloysius]

the Tanke really is a nice alternative. But I am really curious if you can get that cheap Mil-Tec N-1 over there in the US, it is a nice looking and comfortable jacket for the price tag.

I added a link to the fleece-lined N-1 there as well.

 

[CatsCan]

Awesome, that's very helpful

Please look it up in your ebay.com. I am very curious right now!

 

[CatsCan]

I added a link to the fleece-lined N-1 there as well.

can't find the link, hmm

 

[Aloysius]

can't find the link, hmm

https://www.atthefront.com/1st-Model-WWII-Navy-Deck-Jacket-p/usnd1m.htm

 

[CatsCan]

Thanks!

 

[NE202DC]

The best affordable alternative is probably the fleece-lined tanker from At The Front, which targets the re-enactment community.

I'll look them up. Ty!

Please look it up in your ebay.com. I am very curious right now!

I will! I just stumbled across these on Cultizm, which is a German site. I guess the brand is called Military Surplus. Ever heard of it?

https://www.cultizm.com/us/military-surplus/?p=1

 

[Aloysius]

I'll look them up. Ty!

I will! I just stumbled across these on Cultizm, which is a German site. I guess the brand is called Military Surplus. Ever heard of it?

https://www.cultizm.com/us/military-surplus/?p=1

I just linked in the previous message, check it out!

 

[CatsCan]

No N-1 though. I know Thomas had an N-1 Deck Jacket form them years ago, sold it on.

 

[CatsCan]

I will! I just stumbled across these on Cultizm, which is a German site. I guess the brand is called Military Surplus. Ever heard of it?

It's the exact same Jacket. It's just called Military Surplus on Cultizm's site. Cultizm is a store in Münster Germany. They also have Iron Heart, Pike Brothers and such. I think most traders sell these on ebay or even amazon. Go for the cheapest incl. shipping.

 

[CatsCan]

I will! I just stumbled across these on Cultizm, which is a German site. I guess the brand is called Military Surplus. Ever heard of it?

if you click on it and scroll down the description you will find made by Mil-Tec

 

[CatsCan]

you should get them for cheaper if you search on ebay or amazon.

 

[CatsCan]

Check also Bronson! But you will have to size up. There is one ebay shop, something with vtgdr-store or so. They will ask you for your measurements and advice you to size up.

 

[CatsCan]

Cat is coming in. Will have to feed it. Good Night everyone!

 

[NE202DC]

Cat is coming in. Will have to feed it. Good Night everyone!

Night! Thanks again!

 

[CatsCan]

She is fed. Found this Vintage A-2 for you. It's nice condition, knits intact, color good, your size and its in Bellingham, Washington. So-Sew was a very good company. He had it wrong, it's 1985. One of the last. Returns accepted.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/256267759294?hash=item3baabfaebe:g:Mm4AAOSwlmdlNtf6&amdata=enc:AQAIAAAA8Aq9L2g3h4wgXSYZd/+oiaAbsnG/uNKcBW9JONBAj9QWK516I8TXmFgd5alIxuCL6dRzg68QlUyNp2lzGc0O6uBpOy4VSbRUVHuvJtRu21un1yVnWKXyIoOT2HU1Te8UG/3d9MBhDokN6qY/rfvcBDRVcCUPSkzXDvrPy3n8Q6PW5uIcbyn/LAI/sNz3I1xzbHwVdWJc+QIMVvCbtJsx6fccQ/enTjw13UMOYO/K3jgH7j21Td9o8llN9DIXCjMOcLaxfIIYzS/NM+46GqChFaPGup9DAV8p7t+IzpVt/jurdBmyWvG2V4nvW7HuM8Kt0w==|tkp:Bk9SR-7J-tSgYw

 

[Blackadder]

Issued A-2 deck is not difficult to find. The sought after ones are like m65, the Vietnam war era ones, especially the early version with pointy pocket flap over chest pocket.

 

[RapidReaper]

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Sure, I get that. With the weight loss, I've had to start rebuilding my entire wardrobe (I had a BR in 42 that used to actually fit me). I definitely have that "bug" where I want shiny new things, and I probably should be looking at more economical and functional clothing.

Bronson is a good option

 

[CatsCan]

Issued A-2 deck is not difficult to find. The sought after ones are like m65, the Vietnam war era ones, especially the early version with pointy pocket flap over chest pocket.

True. There are very early ones made from Jungle Cloth. They seem to be the rarest. But it's hard to find examples in NOS or mint condition. Most I have seen were totally battered, only good for rags as my wife would put it but still run over $250. The rectangular pocket flap appeared towards the end of Vietnam War. From back then the Jackets stayed the same until into the 80s. Chances to find a mint one or at least a very good condition one are better for the later ones. My A-2 is from 1978 but near perfect condition. I paid 90 € for it. I do have a good condition M-65 from 1967 with aluminum zippers, triangular cuff gusset. I paid 85 € for it but the guy didn't know about it's vintage. I like to have them in very good condition. When I was younger I liked my military jackets faded and a little torn, just like I wore my jeans.

 

[CatsCan]

I think we can sum up what most including the TO agreed on.
Ranking:
Option 1: Keep the Buzz, let the sleeves be shortened. But check one size bigger first if the bigger size solves the armhole issue.
Option 2: Keep the McCoy's N-1, let the sleeves be shortened. (No armhole issue, feels good, TO would prefer this over the other)
Option 3: Check for other Makes, including the cheapest but also Bronson (most likeley armhole issue, too).
Bonus: Buy a good vintage A-2 (easiest solution)