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  1. thor

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    I scored a Gibson & Barnes “Civil” G-1 off eBay for a great price. It has welted side-entry hand warmer pockets (very convenient!) but otherwise it’s almost exactly like their Mil-Spec model G-1. It’s one size larger than what I usually would wear but it does have that WWII slightly oversized...
  2. thor

    30's Half Belt Test Jacket Fit Photos. All and any input welcomed...

    I would recommend an extra 1.5 or 2 inches in the sleeve, depending on how you prefer your jacket sleeve length (I’m a guy with gorilla arms so I always prefer a sleeve that’s a tad too long rather than a smidgen too short). The body looks pretty good (perhaps an added inch or so in front?)...
  3. thor

    Coldest Weather I've been in

    Thanks for thinking of me and my fellow mariners @Doctor Damage; it was -15 below zero this morning when I started work. Friggin’ COLD, and ice covered pretty much everything. Brrrrrrrr!:eek:
  4. thor

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Why didn’t I see that on the ‘Bay!?!? I’d have also snatched it up! You don’t see these big sizes very often. Looks like a great “chore” coat kinda garment, something to just throw on over a sweater or fleece and battle the elements rather than a form-fitting cafe racer kind of jacket.
  5. thor

    Famous People in Flight Jackets

    Yeah, I couldn’t resist adding a screen shot featuring the lovely Scottish actress Karen Gillian :rolleyes:
  7. thor

    Famous People in Flight Jackets

    Actor Nick Jonas wearing a slightly customized Cockpit 100-mission G-1 in the 2017 movie “Jumanji:Welcome to the jungle”.
  8. thor

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Yes, it’s a US-A, 46 long with afew custom details.
  9. thor

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Working on breaking in the thick russet horsehide on my G-8. The creases and wrinkles are starting to pop. I wore this jacket all weekend, from a Broadway show in the City to downtown Chinatown; from Home Depot to the supermarket; from walking the dogs to the local movie theater. The G-8 front...
  10. thor

    Identifying G-1 Maker w/o any lables?

    Congrats on the G-1 @Raven2k360. Looks pretty nice. I think you may be right and it might be from Pop’s Leather. Wear it in good health.
  11. thor

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Two days ago it was below zero with ice everywhere. Today it’s 55 degrees with gusty winds and torrential rain. My “new” Gibson & Barnes F-82 has been my go-to jacket lately and it’s handled the weather quite well. The black goatskin looks sharp and seems indestructible.
  13. thor

    Coldest Weather I've been in

    I was going to revisit this thread but @Doctor Damage beat me to it! Out in the harbor the wind chills were -15 to -20 below zero; everything was shrouded in ice. Mighty COLD! I was able to fit 3 cashmere wool sweaters under my leather jacket so I survived the deep freeze (and there’s at least...
  14. thor

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    After seeing that cool new Thedi buffalo hide jacket of @HoosierDaddy, I thought I’d post this; it’s a Sporty’s buffalo hide jacket that I found on the ‘Bay just recently (Sporty’s Pilot Shop were selling these jackets about 10 yeas ago but no longer offer them). Makes me wonder what exact...
  15. thor

    Measurements and fit detail.

    “How many G-1’s is too many?” My wife would probably say “3” but my collection is currently around 20 (3 original M-422a’s, 6 or 7 original G-1’s from the 1950’s to the 1990’s, the rest are repro’s) but I’ve stopped counting. They are my all-time favorite leather jacket and I just keep finding...
  16. thor

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Gibson & Barnes F-82 (with a fleece sweater underneath) on another damp, misty, chilly day (temps in the low 40’s).
  17. thor

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Windy, cold, blustery day today and I was wearing my custom Willis & Geiger M-422a that was made for me by Mr. Steve Sellers. Hide is a midweight grainy French russet goatskin that feels quite luxurious and is buttery soft.
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    Famous People in Flight Jackets

  20. thor

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    That’s a GREAT looking B-3 @SpeedRcrX! Wear it in good health and Happy New Year.
  21. thor

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Happy New Year everyone. I’ve added a repro Navy blood chit as an inside pocket on my 100-mission Cockpit G-1 and I covered the quasi-vintage M-422/G-1 Cockpit label with a replica Willis & Geiger M-422A label. This jacket is my new go-to G-1 for looks, comfort and styling. Really love the...
  22. thor

    Eastman B-17 W.A.S.P. Jacket for ladies.

    Happy New Year @Big J! Yeah, a more fitted female uniform would’ve looked better but I suppose they just gave her whatever was on hand to keep her warm. Seeing Marilyn in that blue B-15 made the jacket instantly iconic for me.
  23. thor

    Eastman B-17 W.A.S.P. Jacket for ladies.

    That’s an interesting story that your wife related @Deacon211. It reminds me of a Navy sea story: it was 1985, I was stationed aboard a Navy tugboat. Women were not allowed as crew aboard ships at that time, but they were allowed aboard harbor tugboats. My tug had a crew of ten, 6 men and 4...

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