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    Wanted! Lost worlds d pocket

    Hi Bunyip, I have a LW Buco J 23 in brown color, size 48 in very good shape. I do not consider selling it but only as trade with something Lost Worlds, Aero,Eastman or vintage.
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    Some perspective on leather jacket pricing?

    Much of it has already been pointed out by you. Very interesting opinions. Speaking strictly about leather jackets, from what I had the best quality for $$ spent with the X-Element jackets. These were my first non-mall leather jackets. Heavy leather, good construction, stitching, YKK heavy duty...
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    People going crazy for Leather Jackets

    Thanks for the offer, unfortunately I take a 42, max 44 in G1. :( They are nice jackets though, they'll likely outlast by long the earlier ones.
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    People going crazy for Leather Jackets

    I'd better pay 1000 for one in better condition than 450 for a trashed one like this. And who knows what was the maximum amount of the winner. I reached a saturation level (in terms of storage, time to wear them). If I buy I am prepared to pay smth more (though not obscene prices) but to get a...
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    People going crazy for Leather Jackets

    Very informative posts, I really enjoyed reading these "behind the scenes" things. Although I am on eBay since 2009, my experience is kind of limited, being related only to buying. I consider selling on eBay too much of a hassle. Also the Europe "used" market is not comparable to the US one)...
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    Buzz Rickson B-15 - pic heavy

    I thought the initial post was referring to the movie with same name (last pic belongs to it I guess). Is the reality any different? :)
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    Buzz Rickson B-15 - pic heavy

    For the Cop type of look, no need for BR, a current generic MA-1 would do. With the saved money an investment in doughnuts is required instead. :)
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    Buzz Rickson B-15 - pic heavy

    @Sloan1874 - congrats, very nice jacket. Quality jump from Alpha Vintage is obvious. It worth every penny. I would get one however unfortunately I'd no longer prefer things sourced from there. I think they have top stuff, I actually bought lots of denim pants and also fabric in the past...
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    Found an Aero B-7 flight jacket. Original ww2

    @Narodnik congratulations, awesome and rare coat. Given the age of it I'd be a bit cautious about wearing it. I saw the rips on the sleeves, might not be in a very strong shape. Ok, there can be pieces of different origin but anyway would be a pity to see it further degraded.
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    1972 sage Kings Point MFG Co N2B XL: More Nylon for the Junkie

    Back with one addition regarding this N-2A: the trim around the hood is not made of natural fur. It is just the same synthetic stuff you find on newer N-2B jackets(from 70s on) having some synthetic black hair added on top. I guess this goes for most of the N-2A trims that bear this visual...
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    MA-1 Flight jacket

    After all these happy experiences I'm going to share my less successful one. I purchased a l-2b from eBay(http://www.ebay.com/itm/291155814072?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649). Being a bit dirty esp the inner orange lining ( 33% wool 67% rayon composition) I decided to launder...
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    affordable a-1 jacket

    Have you considered Noble House A-1? I tried it on http://www.noble-house.eu/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/29/products_id/98?osCsid=0m3ggcich0buh9qjdivr4euet2. It looked pretty good quality wise(knitts, leather, construction). I am not sure how close to the original specs the jacket is since I...
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    1972 sage Kings Point MFG Co N2B XL: More Nylon for the Junkie

    Nicely said! After all quality matters. I'm starting to be more exigent, purchase less but higher quality. I ended up with quite some vintage stuff, pretty much a bit of everything I am interested in: several G1-s, USN pea coats, USN overcoats, sheepskin pants (A1, B1, m446), ww2 sailor...
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    1972 sage Kings Point MFG Co N2B XL: More Nylon for the Junkie

    I got this N-2A(http://www.ebay.com/itm/141307364730), not a bargain but reasonable price giving it's good condition. I think I like more the N-2B bc of the the sage green color, is a rather special color different than what you usually see on the street.
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    1972 sage Kings Point MFG Co N2B XL: More Nylon for the Junkie

    Nice jacket, congratulations! I guess you noticed that it's completely superior in terms of materials quality compared to Alpha Vintage repros. That fur looks like the real thing. I have one from the 60s in coyote fur that looks about the same.To be 100% sure you can burn one piece of hair or...
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    1941 w+g m-422a

    Congratulations, a very nice jacket! Was it restored recently? Aero did not even bother to answer me when I mailed them (twice) about cuffs, lining and collar replacements.
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    Alpha b-15: What a waste of time, energy, and money

    I just received an used Vintage B-15 jacket (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mens-Jacket-Vintage-Alpha-Industries-B15C-Flight-Jacket-X-Large-/271514651545). Tagged as B-15C, blue color. What seems strange to me is the size: I laid it flat and measured from side to side at the the arm pit seams level. It...
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    Alpha USA 'Replica' MA1 Flying Jacket 10/10

    I don't get why Alpha names these jackets 'Replica' when they don't even have the same cut as orig MA-1. I was thinking of purchasing one of these modern "replicas" when I saw your comments about different fit. It is quite misleading.
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    Best MA-1 repro?

    I own 3 vintage mil N2Bs: - 60s sz L 100% wool interlining, hood lining 100% wool, real coyote fur trim hood - feels heavy, consistent, sturdy, nicely filled throughout, smells interesting - '74 sz M 60% wool, 40% cotton interlining, white synthetic fur trim hood - feels heavy, consistent but...
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    Best MA-1 repro?

    Currently I do not own a MA-1, N-2B reproduction but only vintage military ones. Seeing few people wearing some commercial Alpha MA-1 repros, pictures with them (MA-1, N-2b) I have the impression that their cut differs from the vintage military ones. I think most notable difference is that the...

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