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  1. TXFlyGuy

    US Bomber Jackets

    The photo above, while very good, is not an "apples to apples" comparison. I am not defending the jacket, but will hold off on judgement until I can see it in the flesh...which will not happen. The price of a jacket does not always tell the whole story. But there are many over priced jackets...
  2. TXFlyGuy

    US Bomber Jackets

    Just curious how you came to that conclusion? The picture is not super detailed.
  3. TXFlyGuy

    US Bomber Jackets

    Just found this one...www.usbomberjackets.com A-2's starting at $175. Others at $215. They look pretty good on their website.
  4. TXFlyGuy

    Ebay...price gouging fees.

    That is too high also. But, at least it appears that they do earn it to sum degree. Ebay does nothing, other than allow you to post your own photos. Then a computer sorts out the bids, if there are any. I understand a small fee for listing. But they do nothing to help you sell your product...
  5. TXFlyGuy

    Ebay...price gouging fees.

    That is 13%. Too much, way too much. Real estate agents only charge an average 6%, and they do actual work.
  7. TXFlyGuy

    You know you have too many leather jackets when

    Slight problem...my office is at 37,000 feet above sea level, and moving at 86% the speed of sound.
  8. TXFlyGuy

    You know you have too many leather jackets when

    Too many? That is heretical! There is no such thing, period. Parking brake set. Now...let me figure a way to get my wife out of the house when UPS arrives this afternoon with my latest A-2, which requires a signature for delivery...
  9. TXFlyGuy

    Skin choices in leather jackets

    Put me in the cowhide group, as it is my first choice for a number of reasons. My G&B cowhide looks, and feels as soft and supple as any of my goat skin jackets. This from G&B: Cowhide is the most common leather used to make jackets because it is durable, easy to care for, and resistant to...
  10. TXFlyGuy

    Ebay...price gouging fees.

    As the buyer, you do not incur any PayPal fees. This only applies to the entity receiving the funds.
  11. TXFlyGuy

    A Review - U.S. Authentic G-1

    I just did. Pulled the trigger on a Cockpit USA Reissue A-2. These run on the small side. Hope mine fits OK.
  13. TXFlyGuy

    NOS Vacuum Tubes - Made in USA

    Yes, a number of them are used in Fender amps (reverb). Thanks!
  14. TXFlyGuy

    NOS Vacuum Tubes - Made in USA

    Nearly 200 tubes, all made in the USA. Philco, RCA, GE, Sylvania, Tung-Sol, Raytheon, Zenith, just to name a few. No, I have not tested these. They were purchased in their entirety from an electronics dealer (The Tube Caddy, Gardena, CA) back in the 50's. In storage in the original container...
  15. TXFlyGuy

    Ebay...price gouging fees.

    Coming soon to a classified listing near you!
  16. TXFlyGuy

    Famous People in Flight Jackets

    Shoulders about 2" too wide. I wasn't going to say anything as I figure Ford can wear whatever he wants, however he wants. We have a mutual friend, and Ford is extremely anal about many things. Perhaps the A-2 fit is not one of them?
  17. TXFlyGuy

    A-2 at lower price point?

    That's easy...order a 38 or a 40. I mistakenly let them talk me into a 42. But the jackets fits / wears nice. It just has extra bulk thru the lower gut area. I don't need that!
  19. TXFlyGuy

    A-2 at lower price point?

    Size 38. I could have gone with a 36.
  20. TXFlyGuy

    Ebay...price gouging fees.

    I was going to list a case of 1950's NOS Vacuum Tubes. Before I was done, the fees were at $20! That is when I blew up, saying NEVER AGAIN!
  21. TXFlyGuy

    Ebay...price gouging fees.

    I just checked, and the listing fee was $9.60. That's fine. But they should not then confiscate an additional 10% from my sale! It's just like if I take out an add in the Dallas Morning News. I pay a fee, but they don't turn around and rob me for an extra 10%.
  22. TXFlyGuy

    A-2 at lower price point?

    Here is the Excelled (38R - numbers with lines thru are for the 40R) in white vs. the Cockpit 21st Century (40R) in yellow: And here is the G&B A-2, size 42R:
  23. TXFlyGuy

    A-2 at lower price point?

    But for $217 (on sale), free shipping, USA made, the Excelled A-2 is hard to beat. It is made from heavy cowhide, and pound for pound is a pretty good deal. As well made as my G&B A-2. No, it's not an exact WWII copy, but it is a very respectable jacket, indeed. There is another Lounger that...

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