New Aero quartermaster seal jerky a2 return or keep it

[daw]

The sleeves are the biggest issue; I'd like to see some of the knits, as someone said the sleeves may be 3" too long.

 

[Fanch]

I concur with @Sloan1874 and am guessing a size 42 with 24" sleeves and maybe 26" back might work much better.

 

[kojax]

looks to big on you

 

[nick123]

Keep it and wear it until it breaks in. You can always make most/all of your money back for the price. It will look like a different jacket after it settles in. Often new jackets just don't look right until they get worn. I have faith in this one.

 

[Hammerklavier]

Have to return it, I can't handle this jacket, too big indeed. Hope Aero can confirm my return asap.

 

[bn1966]

I wouldn't have kept it either, you obviously weren't happy with it for the issues stated..

Onwards & upwards

 

[ProteinNerd]

If you can return and not lose any money I'd go that option. Having said that, its not so bad that if your were going to lose money on it, I'd just keep it and try the HWT as suggested by @ButteMT61


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[Hammerklavier]

the problem really is the chest, it's just too big, the measurements of the jacket doesn't make any sense, 18.75 shoulder like size 40-42, then it has 23.75 chest which is definately for size 46. It's just weird.

 

[AeroFan_07]

Yes I agree with most, it's just a bit large and baggy. Nice Aero A2, but I have to be honest that I can't get A2's or any "bomber" jacket (with tight fitting arm and waist cuffs) to fit well. I wore so many of those sorts of jackets growing up, that they just don't work well for me now. My only "bomber" jackets now are Carhartts.

 

[Peacoat]

As Butte says, I would go for the HWT. Probably will cure what is too big about it.

 

[Brettafett]

If you are not happy... return. But remember this is based on an Aeroleather pattern, they usually are a bit more generous in fit. A size down may look better, but may feel uncomfortable to wear. Also sleeves crease up and shorten by at least an inch over time.
I think it looked fine (but for the sleeves), for the price. I would hazard a HWT on this jacket, yes... If you are up for that sort of thing...
Let us know how you go...

 

[Justhandguns]

Definitely return it. You knew it well already when you first asked for opinions. But if you really like it so much (and if Aero agrees), ask them to take an inch from the sleeves.

 

[Edgar Laurel]

Those sleeves are way too long and the body seems a tad loose. The chest/back ratio isn't working quite well.
I would return that. You could do with the body (i prefer a neater fit) but those sleeves just ruin the whole feel of the jacket.

 

[Heavyduti]

Sleeves are way too long.


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[totodg]

Good morning everyone!
I'm new to the Forum!!!
I'm very interested in buying an A-2 Aeroleather jacket.
I'm undecided whether to order it in Badalassi leather or Jerky in dark brown.
I prefer very smooth and shiny leather... what type of leather do you recommend?

 

[MrProper]

Good morning everyone!
I'm new to the Forum!!!
I'm very interested in buying an A-2 Aeroleather jacket.
I'm undecided whether to order it in Badalassi leather or Jerky in dark brown.
I prefer very smooth and shiny leather... what type of leather do you recommend?

I have two jackets made of Badalassi leather, and both are quite stiff. I would imagine that this is too stiff for an A-2 jacket, as it is somewhat blouson-like. I would prefer to use a softer leather for that. However, I could be mistaken, as I don't know anything about A-2 jackets.

 

[RDS]

Good morning everyone!
I'm new to the Forum!!!
I'm very interested in buying an A-2 Aeroleather jacket.
I'm undecided whether to order it in Badalassi leather or Jerky in dark brown.
I prefer very smooth and shiny leather... what type of leather do you recommend?

As Jerky Horsehide is what Aero Leather actually recommend and say is the standard Type A-2 leather I would go with that.
And as for colour if you want dark brown then that would lead you to Seal, however A-2’s were also made in Russet.

 

[Alfredodelavega]

Jerky leather is not at all smooth; it has a lot of grain, but it is relatively shiny.

 

[Jon Crow]

You need to do up your fly. Looks like a nice jacket but the sleeves appear to be too long and they look quite roomy. If you can't see the knits the sleeve isn't right. From those two photos it's hard to tell but is the jacket quite baggy too and is that how you want it?

Flying low

 

[totodg]

But is Jerky Horsehide smooth and shiny? I prefer it very smooth and with a shiny patina!!!