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  1. TXFlyGuy

    Johnson Leathers Custom Jacket - Lots of Pics

    JL vs. G&B? Any comments? As a huge Gibson & Barnes fan, got me curious.
  2. TXFlyGuy

    Anyone ever owned or worn an Alpha A-2?

    Thanks!
  3. TXFlyGuy

    Budget, i.e., "Econo" leather jackets

    Update...having the sleeve patches custom made in leather in 3 1/4" sizing. This will include the 24th ID, and the WWII Western Pacific patch. These will look FAR batter than the cloth versions I currently have!
  4. TXFlyGuy

    Johnson Leathers Custom Jacket - Lots of Pics

    I visited their website and saw an A-2 plus a custom Bison G-3. Both looked very nice. How does JL compare with G&B for overall quality and pricing?
  5. TXFlyGuy

    Anyone ever owned or worn an Alpha A-2?

    Just got an email from UPS. The Alpha A-2 will be here on the 27th in the evening. Stand by for a full report! If it does not live up to my expectations...back she goes.
  7. TXFlyGuy

    Alpha jackets - Frankfurt, Germany

    How interesting! That black B-15 on their website looks exactly like mine, minus the red pull tag. Absent is any mention of an A-2...wonder why? Those CWU 45/P jackets are very nice, and might be my next purchase...either from Alpha or G&B.
  8. TXFlyGuy

    Budget, i.e., "Econo" leather jackets

    Have to admit it does look better. Now my Dad will have a choice!
  9. TXFlyGuy

    Budget, i.e., "Econo" leather jackets

    Name tag update: HD...do you like this one? It has been ordered.
  10. TXFlyGuy

    Budget, i.e., "Econo" leather jackets

    Please! No need to be sorry at all. Thanks to you (and others) this jacket will be far better than it would have been if I were on my own! And...the black leather name tag has just been updated to brown!!!
  11. TXFlyGuy

    Budget, i.e., "Econo" leather jackets

    Well, we can always get another one...not that expensive. Keep in mind that we are not striving for 100% accuracy in the jacket, but something that will look good, be comfortable to wear, and for Dad to enjoy. 99% of my Dad's buddies will not know the difference, one way or another. The entire...
  13. TXFlyGuy

    Budget, i.e., "Econo" leather jackets

    I bought one of each, leather & fabric. I like the embroidery as it is the correct color for the CIB. The leather tag will be all black with silver imprint. So, he can wear which ever he likes. The tag in the above photo does not have a white border...it is solid black.
  14. TXFlyGuy

    Budget, i.e., "Econo" leather jackets

    Here is the name tag we designed... Deacon - Thanks for the heads up on this site!
  15. TXFlyGuy

    Alpha MA-1, made in Knoxville, arrived today...are you ready for this?

    It is accurate...IF you are Japanese!
  16. TXFlyGuy

    Is It Just Me?

    No...it's not you, it's me! But what the heck - $9.99?
  17. TXFlyGuy

    Who makes the BEST repro M442/ G-1?

    Looking at the above photo, are the sleeves about an inch too long, or is this the correct fit? My G-1 sleeves fit like this and I thought they were a bit long.
  19. TXFlyGuy

    Nice russet A-2s WW2 colour footage

    Yes...fantastic video. Wish it had sound so we could listen to some "Merlin Music". There is nothing...nothing that sounds as good as a Merlin V12.
  20. TXFlyGuy

    Famous People in Flight Jackets

    The officer behind Bucher...what is he wearing? A satin jacket?
  21. TXFlyGuy

    Budget, i.e., "Econo" leather jackets

    Austin & Deacon...THANKS! Great ideas. I will look into the inside lining for sewing the badges. And that embroidered Army patch looks very nice. The person who is making a custom leather patch for my A-2 said he can easily make an Army patch (leather), as well as the rank chevrons for a Cpl...
  22. TXFlyGuy

    Budget, i.e., "Econo" leather jackets

    Thanks for the tip. Just sent an email to a guy who is making a custom 4" patch for my A-2. If he can't do it, I'll check up on the others here for assistance.
  23. TXFlyGuy

    Budget, i.e., "Econo" leather jackets

    I'm workin' on it! Think we can do it on the epaulets and have it understated so it will look OK.

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