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    Proper G-1 Jacket Fit?

    Hey Seb - I will venture a guess that the G1s with numerical sizing versus letter sizing should be about the same. I don’t like letter sizing for the obvious reason it is harder to get the fit you want. The back length from bottom of collar to bottom of waist cuff = 25”-25.5” down the back. The...
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    Proper G-1 Jacket Fit?

    Thanks, Deacon! I appreciate the feedback! Like you, I can’t figure out why their G1 fits so much better than their A2 jackets. I recently ordered the Cockpit “Movie Heroes” Top Gun jacket. I believe it is the same as your 100 Mission Cockpit G1 except with the same patches shown in the movie...
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    Proper G-1 Jacket Fit?

    A couple fun pictures with the G1 The trim fit definitely felt good in the T-2 cockpit!
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    Proper G-1 Jacket Fit?

    Awesome! I think you will be very pleased with the Cockpit mil-spec G1. The goatskin has a very nice feel and grain and has the right amount of thickness. I have owned vintage government issued ones in the past, but I always found them either too tight or too short in the sleeves. I honestly...
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    Proper G-1 Jacket Fit?

    Thanks, Seb! I have seen varying recommendations on fit, so I was aiming to find the sweet spot between fitted and loose. Sounds like I found it . When I mentioned snug in the shoulders, I really meant the front to the outside of the clavicle feels slight tension when standing straight up and...
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    Proper G-1 Jacket Fit?

    Hey Everyone! Been lurking on this forum for a while, but finally decided to join! I included a picture of me in my Cockpit G-1 "Mil-Spec" jacket (Style Z2108) in a size 42 regular. I am 6'2", 185 lbs, normally wear size 42 suits, and my chest measures about 42" at the widest as well. Can...

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