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  1. TXFlyGuy

    Warbirds of America, a nice video presentation.

    Look close and you'll see A-2's, some G-1's, and period dress for the time. http://vimeo.com/101647637 Fly Safe.
  2. TXFlyGuy

    Eastman A2 versus Gibson Barnes A2

    Here is what a little over $200 will buy...and this jacket is the equal of my G&B in terms of construction quality. The leather is a little heavier, and the jacket has more inside pockets, plus two pen slots. It has to be rated an overall "Best Buy". Leather Coats Etc. Made in the USA. This is...
  3. TXFlyGuy

    Eastman A2 versus Gibson Barnes A2

    They still have not caught up with orders from their 15% off sale recently. Would have been a good time to order!
  4. TXFlyGuy

    Eastman A2 versus Gibson Barnes A2

    You will want to contact G&B. A phone call is the best bet. Try to get good sizing info. Buy two different sizes, keep the one that fits best. G&B has a very LIBERAL return policy. I know this from personal experience. Warning: Their customer communication and follow up is a bit spotty at...
  5. TXFlyGuy

    Eastman A2 versus Gibson Barnes A2

    The rule is the same for Corvettes...buy the most expensive one you can afford.
  7. TXFlyGuy

    Eastman A2 versus Gibson Barnes A2

    I'll add one more thing, that is worth mentioning here as it is germane to the subject. The "tactile feedback" one gets from putting on a G&B A-2 is hard to describe, but it just "feels right". Out of my very small collection of about a dozen jackets, the G&B feels best when putting it on...
  8. TXFlyGuy

    Eastman A2 versus Gibson Barnes A2

    Mr. TacAirLift...what is your decision? Or, are you thoroughly confused? My suggestion, seriously? I would order one of each, try them on for a day or two...keep the one you like best.
  9. TXFlyGuy

    Eastman A2 versus Gibson Barnes A2

    Of course. Now we are talking museum quality.
  10. TXFlyGuy

    Three G-1's, a mini review.

    With regards to collars, the San Diego Leather Co. makes G-1's with real smallish collars. At least they look small in the pictures. Made in San Diego, thought about ordering one from them, goatskin, real mouton fur collar. Would have had I known that they made them in black...that is why I have...
  11. TXFlyGuy

    Three G-1's, a mini review.

    Yes, I agree 100%. The difference in size is small, but the Cockpit collar does look better. Is this the actual G-1 issue now?
  13. TXFlyGuy

    Eastman A2 versus Gibson Barnes A2

    Now that is what I would call extremely diplomatic. And you are spot on (as usual) with your observations.
  14. TXFlyGuy

    Eastman A2 versus Gibson Barnes A2

    Actually, these are all good jackets. As we all have different tastes, needs, and budgets, we can be thankful that the capitalist marketplace is there to serve all of us. Including those in the 1% bracket who desire hyper ($$$) detail on a repro, and those like myself who simply want a good...
  15. TXFlyGuy

    Eastman A2 versus Gibson Barnes A2

    Excellent point!
  16. TXFlyGuy

    Eastman A2 versus Gibson Barnes A2

    What accounts for the difference in the leather finish? The patina on these two is totally different, with the Good Wear having a polished shiny look, the G&B a more subdued subtle appearance. While the GW is nice, for the same price I can supply my flight team (3 pilots) with nice G&B or...
  17. TXFlyGuy

    Eastman A2 versus Gibson Barnes A2

    Ask Danica Patrick if it's not about performance. BTW, that 1957 Vette rides and drives like a truck compared to the new gen Vettes. Not saying I like the new ones, but they perform better. On the street, or the track, that's where it's at. In a museum...
  19. TXFlyGuy

    Eastman A2 versus Gibson Barnes A2

    That '57 Vette is nicer to look at, but for driving, the Z06 is vastly superior in performance.
  20. TXFlyGuy

    Eastman A2 versus Gibson Barnes A2

    Then you also have the question of current issue, or genuine WWII issue. It seems that the jackets have been updated to meet market demands in areas such as side panels, gussets, pockets, etc., even for the military (USCG). And read here somewhere that the WWII issued jackets varied a lot, were...
  21. TXFlyGuy

    Eastman A2 versus Gibson Barnes A2

    It would appear that the number of people who want or need "hyper accuracy" is very limited. Although they do exist. Perhaps that is why so many companies like G&B, US Wings, Schott, Leather Coats Etc., and Alpha make extremely nice leather A-2's and G-1's that are popular with the masses. This...
  22. TXFlyGuy

    Eastman A2 versus Gibson Barnes A2

    The G&B is a first class leather jacket. You will not find a better one for the price. Is it an exact copy of a WWII issue A-2? Perhaps not, but that was not my point.
  23. TXFlyGuy

    Eastman A2 versus Gibson Barnes A2

    All I can say is G&B is top notch. But their customer communications is lacking. That is what kept me from buying a G-1 from them.

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