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  1. thor

    Aero A-2 pattern test jacket 42-44

    That is some great hide! Looks alot like the original Aero A-2 worn by Art Garfunkel's character in the movie "Catch 22". If it was a size 46....sigh!
  2. thor

    Different color knits.

    Try orchardmotorcycledist.inc on eBay. I've ordered afew cuffs/waistbands from them and they are good quality, come in a variety of colors and inexpensive ($12 for the cuffs AND waistband!). Plus they are in NY (Long Island City, Queens, I believe).
  3. thor

    Bill Kelso Rough Wear Reproduction

    They also do a long/tall size for the taller guys out there at no extra charge (as long as you don't require more then 2 extra inches in sleeve or body length). They quoted me a price of 580 Euros for a 46L Arco (Aero) A-2 in dark seal HH shipped to the U.S. I'm tempted to pull the trigger but...
  4. thor

    Eastman Leather G-1 55J14

    I had an ELC 55J14 afew years ago but have sold it; I found it to be made of thick goatskin that was stiiff at first but eventually broke in. Great details, excellent workmanship. Quite form-fitting but not overly restrictive. Just size up if you prefer more room. I now have an ELC repro Gordon...
  5. thor

    Retro style wedding invites

    My fiance suugests that you try: weddingpaperdivas.com or papeteriestore.com or looklovesend.com All have vintage/classic/do-it-yourself styles. Good luck...and congratulations on your upcoming wedding!
  6. thor

    New Rough Wear A-2 Repro

    I had a Made-in-China russet brown Roughwear; it had a nice caramel brown tone and fit me spot on. Perfect stitching, quality workmanship and a solid Talon repro zip. The only flaws to me were that there was no grain (very smooth horsehide) and when the finish/topcoat started to wear off a...
  7. thor

    New (To Me) Real McCoy G-1

    Looks similar to the vintage goatskin G-1 from The Cockpit (formerly Avirex) that I have. They use very nice goatskin with lots of graining and patina and some hand-rubbed wear areas for a truly vintage look without all the phoney distressing on other jackets. Yours is a nice jacket! If your...
  8. thor

    The long wait!!!

    I placed an order with Amanda at Aero April 27 and she said it would be around 3-4 months waiting time. Will keep you guys posted... "The waiting is the hardest part." Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.
  9. thor

    Khaki's with a vintage motorcycle jacket?

    Somehow, I think if Steve McQueen had worn dirty khakis stained with motorcycle oil with his black leather jacket, we'd all give that look a thumbs up!
  10. thor

    Back from hibernation, new jacket to show...

    Looks like a well-made, quality jacket. Some of the old sheepskin M-444/M-445 Navy jackets from WW2 had extreme contrasts between the dark seal leather and the fur/shearling collars and linings.Your jacket reminds me a bit of the WW2 b&w photos of Naval aviators in their sheepskin jackets. I...
  11. thor

    Custom made Indy jacket

    Wested in the U.K. makes a very nice customized Indy jacket in a variety of hides with many custom options. They have decent prices for a jacket made exactly to one's specs and measurements.
  12. thor

    Navy 37J1 influences Orvis "A-2"

    I believe the original 37J1A jackets were made of a heavy duty waxed cotton/canvas that must have been water-repellant (if not 100% waterproof). The W&G are nice civilized copies of that jacket. Filson makes a great waxed cotton canvas in various weights and styles that is near waterproof and...
  13. thor

    Navy 37J1 influences Orvis "A-2"

    I love the Orvis re-design and have always liked the Willis & Geiger NA-1 (their version of the 1930's 37J1A). The prices on eBay for most vintage W&G items has steadily increased over the years as more and more people start to appreciate W&G quality and classic designs. I have lots of W&G...
  14. thor

    The Elephant in the Room - Man Purse

    Filson medium field bag. Perfect size and will last forever...getting better looking with age.
  15. thor

    Goodwear A-2 vs. Californian Ventura

    A-2 or Californian Ventura....it's like choosing between vanilla or chocolate ice cream. Both are good and most people enjoy both. There's no "right" or "wrong" choice. Enjoy!
  16. thor

    A-2 in the New Goat!

    Very nice workmanship! Great to see real, hand-made quality craftmanship is still very much alive in the USA! Keep up the good work and continued success!
  17. thor

    Lost Worlds SUBURBAN size 44 for sale on ebay

    I prefer to ship within the U.S. Thanks!
  18. thor

    Lost Worlds SUBURBAN size 44 for sale on ebay

    Anyone interested in a pre-owned Lost Worlds SUBURBAN size 44? It's up on ebay at a buy-it-now price of $600. Item no. 330728693644. Excellent condition, barely breaking in. Black 4.0 oz horsehide. Check it out!
  19. thor

    Aero A2 42-18775-P contract

    Thank you Andrew. I appreciate the info!

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