Was over at Gala today, and picked up my new A-2. Had pulled the trigger on a 38 horse hide one, but it was just on the large side, imho - a little too much wiggle room on the body and tunneling on the sleeves. The 36 in the 42 contract is a much easier proposition than the 38. Still a close fit, but a bit wider across the shoulders. Steer hide's interesting, not sure it'll form the same character as HH, but it's quite soft already, so it's got a decent drape already. Here's some pics:
And an action pic in a totally incongruous location.
I choose not to explain the Downton Abbey backdrop...
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And an action pic in a totally incongruous location.
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