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  1. TXFlyGuy

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

    Read the title...Budget - Econo. What did you expect? I bought a brand new Mercedes Benz "E" Class...it was "cheap" because I picked it up in Germany and shipped it to the USA. The discussion then was about cost too.
  2. TXFlyGuy

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

    I ordered the A-2 in size "M", and in brown leather. Did you check black? Their "Nose Dive" jacket is on sale for $78, down from $140. It actually looks close to a B-10. Two color options on it, Olive and gray.
  3. TXFlyGuy

    Help needed, which A2 maker?

    Always best to buy local if you have that option!
  4. TXFlyGuy

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

    Update: Just ordered the A-2 from Alpha Industries, directly from their website. Complete cost with shipping is $264. They have a fantastic return/exchange policy is one reason I went with them. Plus the jacket has a one piece back...thank you Doctor Strange! And, my trying on and examining...
  5. TXFlyGuy

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

    The size "M" will fit like a small. My size "L" Vintage B-15 is the same as a normal size "M". In fact, today's Alpha satin jackets in a size "M" are LARGER than my large B-15.
  7. TXFlyGuy

    Help needed, which A2 maker?

    I have bought two of their Civil A-2's. No hiding the fact that we are big fans of G&B!
  8. TXFlyGuy

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

    Based on the customer photos and feed back, plus the recommendation from RailRoad, might just give this one a try. I can always send it back! $119...free shipping, free returns...are you kidding me? Ha! Here is my plan as to how to customize the jacket for my Dad...
  9. TXFlyGuy

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

    Here are some actual customer photos of the Landing Leathers A-2...plus a comparison photo with a HH in russet...
  10. TXFlyGuy

    Help needed, which A2 maker?

    This is the easiest question to answer yet...Gibson & Barnes. Their jackets are supremely put together, and the WWII replica jackets are probably what you want. The Type A-2 Mark 43 is horse hide in russet. 393 British Pounds. That is 470 Euros. Or $648. That is well within your budget, and the...
  11. TXFlyGuy

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

    Yes, the "Landing Leathers" A-2 had been under consideration. And the reviews on the jacket were mostly VERY positive. Can't beat the price. That WPG Goatskin A-2 looks very, very nice. Again, the price is right. I will investigate these a bit more. Thanks! I had found an Alpha A-2 for $190...
  13. TXFlyGuy

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

    Then there is the US Wings $195 special A-2. Their new website totally sucks.
  14. TXFlyGuy

    Anyone ever owned or worn an Alpha A-2?

    Well...all sold out in size "M" and "L". Both the G-1 and A-2 are gone. Back to square one.
  15. TXFlyGuy

    Anyone ever owned or worn an Alpha A-2?

    And I just pulled the trigger on the Alpha A-2. Great price, and a liberal return/exchange policy. Jax Mercantile is the merchant.
  16. TXFlyGuy

    Anyone ever owned or worn an Alpha A-2?

    A local tailor in Dallas with a leather specialty (A-2's, Biker Jackets, patches everywhere!), quoted me $65 to pull the lining, sew the 9 patches on, and re-stitch the interior. I do not want the lining sewn to the patch. Personal problem, I guess. Found an Alpha for the magic number...under $200.
  17. TXFlyGuy

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

    This jacket will be given away in the end, so that is why I have the budget stated. Ebay? That runs hot and cold...not too keen on a garment worn by someone else, perfumes, odors, wear and tear, etc.
  19. TXFlyGuy

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

    And here it is. Anyone tried one of these?
  20. TXFlyGuy

    Anyone ever owned or worn an Alpha A-2?

    Alpha A-2
  21. TXFlyGuy

    Anyone ever owned or worn an Alpha A-2?

    That is a major gripe with me...the Alpha logo permanently embossed. The Alpha leather CWU 45/P jackets I tried on were quite nice, but had the removable Alpha "name tag" stuck on with velcro. At least you can get a custom name tag to put on. Their A-2's look very nice in the photos. But then...
  22. TXFlyGuy

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

    First, let us define our terms. Budget: Equal to or less than $300. I have been searching, and there are surprisingly a number of leather jackets, including A-2's and G-1's available in this range. And if you shop hard enough, you can find them for under $200. In one or two cases these...
  23. TXFlyGuy

    Anyone ever owned or worn an Alpha A-2?

    I have tried on several Alpha leather jackets, not an A-2 however. Very impressed at the quality overall. The photos online do not do the jackets justice.

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