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  1. thor

    Shipping Back to Aero from the U.S.

    I shipped an A-2 back to Aero from the East coast last Nov. It cost me about $60 with tracking via USPS. I think they raised their shipping rates at the start of this year, and an A-2 isn't quite that heavy of a package. Probably the cheapest way to ship is USPS. Just my 2 cents.
  2. thor

    Custom M422A/G1?

    Call G&B on the phone and they will discuss your custom desires. If you want side pockets just order their Civil G-1. They do carry tall and short sizes. The Cockpit vintage G-1 looks just like a WW2 original jacket; washed goatskin with a genuine mouton collar and NO break-in required.
  3. thor

    Custom M422A/G1?

    Hello, Sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad's M-422a! Very commendable of you to replicate it. Try Gibson&Barnes; they make a quality replica M-422a and will also do the navy aviator name tag for you. If you want a jacket that looks more vintage (not brand new) check out athe Cockpit's...
  4. thor

    Jfk bomber jacket

    Thanks Andrew!
  5. thor

    Jfk bomber jacket

    I wonder if JFK's G-1 is now the most expensive leather jacket ever? I remember a thread posted on FL about an original Douglas MacArthur A-2 that had a starting bid of 100k or so. Not sure what that one eventually sold for (or even if it sold).
  7. thor

    My New Lost Worlds ANJ-4

    Wow, awesome jacket! LW certainly make great jackets. Wear it in good health!
  8. thor

    Jfk bomber jacket

    Apparently at least one person has set sail in a leather jacket: JFK.
  9. thor

    New Aero back designs

    +1
  10. thor

    New Alexanders Halfbelt

    I know storm cuffs were a standard specification on US Navy M-444/445 sheepskin flight jackets dating back to about 1940. Not sure when they first appeared in civilian style jackets.
  11. thor

    New Aero back designs

    I like the first pic with a one-piece back. A nice, neat and clean workman style jacket. The pleated version reminds me of those bike jackets with the special zip-open vent panels (for air flow/ventilation).
  13. thor

    Original Gordon & Ferguson M-422A (size 44)

    I've noticed the same thing Sloan. The vintage mouton feels like soft mink (or petting a cat's fur) while the new repro G-1 collars seems more like the feel of thick shag carpet. One area where repro G-1 jackets just don't seem accurate, IMHO.
  14. thor

    Original Gordon & Ferguson M-422A (size 44)

    Gorgeous patina on that remarkable M-422a! Goatskin keeps its suppleness over 70 years and keeps getting better with age.
  15. thor

    Best M-422(a) repro?

    I agree. I have an older ELC M-422a in 44 long. Great jacket, however when I ordered it I ordered a 44 long (1" added) and didn't know they also have an extra-long (1.5 inches added to regular length). I'm cursed with those blasted gorilla-arms and could have used that extra length! Probably...
  16. thor

    The Aero has landed:

    Nice jacket! Congrats. Up here in the US Northeast we got socked with a blizzard....perfect weather to test out the new hide (and get her nice and wet!). Wear it in good health!
  17. thor

    Best M-422(a) repro?

    Must be an omen...."time" to order another jacket! Or if you wait until 8:44, you can order 2 of them! Let's see, I'd order a BK W&G M-422 repro AND a new ELC M-422a.
  19. thor

    Best M-422(a) repro?

    I agree Aerojoe. If one doesn't get too hung up on the details and just liked the overall look and fit of the jacket, the Cockpit vintage G-1 is a winner. The price for a new one is creeping up too so they must know that it's a quality jacket and not as generic and boring as their mass-produced...
  20. thor

    Best M-422(a) repro?

    Right you are, Aerojoe! I have one in size 48 (they seem to run a bit small?) and it fits me great, with nice long sleeves, a very nice vintage-y looking washed goatskin. I like mine ALOT!
  21. thor

    Best M-422(a) repro?

    Yes, long arms is the scourge of vintage jacket fit. That's one reason I usually opt for a full custom repro. And I like the break in of new leather! I own a Cockpit vintage washed goatskin G-1 (great jacket) and an older size 44 long ELC model m-422a with the G&F label. Sadly it's a tad small...
  22. thor

    Best M-422(a) repro?

    Sweet jacket Dr H! I'll shoot you a PM.
  23. thor

    Best M-422(a) repro?

    I am leaning toward a BK. I've asked Andy for a leather sample of the seal goatskin. He also e-mailed me measurements for two different size jackets. Thank you for the input!

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