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  1. TXFlyGuy

    Sewing WWII patches on jackets

    As this jacket will be made by G&B, I'll just have them sew the patches on. They said it could be done on the material prior to the lining being sewn in. I don't wish to brag...but what the heck! My Dad (Cpl. D.B. Oleson) was in the 24th Infantry, 1944-1945. Philippine Islands - Leyte...
  2. TXFlyGuy

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

    My Vintage B-15 will be here today. Ordered size (L). Hope it is a 42R. If so, it will be a perfect fit. Will know this afternoon...maybe late tonight as UPS has a habit of making deliveries at 2100.
  3. TXFlyGuy

    Sewing WWII patches on jackets

    Thanks! I would never dream of doing it myself.
  4. TXFlyGuy

    Famous People in Flight Jackets

    Never sen anything quite like it down the airplane aisle either!
  5. TXFlyGuy

    Sewing WWII patches on jackets

    We are going to purchase a nice flight jacket for my father on his 90th birthday. He is a highly decorated WWII veteran. It would be nice to sew his patches (replica, as his originals are framed) on the jacket. Not sure if the jacket will be satin, or nylon material, or even leather. How...
  7. TXFlyGuy

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

    How is the sizing on your L2A? Normal fit, or does it run undersized? You would think that a large is a large is a large, but it does not seem to be the case.
  8. TXFlyGuy

    Famous People in Flight Jackets

  9. TXFlyGuy

    Veg v. Chrome Tanning

    Much the same thing has been experienced by the US paint industry. While not being legislated completely out of business, the government mandates have run the cost up considerably...have you priced a quart of aircraft paint lately? Same thing with automotive paints.
  10. TXFlyGuy

    Famous People in Flight Jackets

    Don't know who they are, but they look pretty good.
  11. TXFlyGuy

    Famous People in Flight Jackets

    I read that Steve really wanted to be Paul Newman.
  13. TXFlyGuy

    Veg v. Chrome Tanning

    Dear John...Buzzthetower, Thanks for the info! Amazing post and educational, especially for a rookie like myself.
  14. TXFlyGuy

    Veg v. Chrome Tanning

    I was told by more than one manufacturer (including G&B) that most skins come from the Middle East (Pakistan), especially if it is goat skin. Very few, if any, hides are of US origin today. This is due to the government getting into the tanning business...your friendly EPA. edit: As...
  15. TXFlyGuy

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

    Go to Ebay, search "Made in USA MA-1 Alpha". usarmyboots will come up. Click on that, then click see all feedback. That should do it. His feedback is very positive.
  16. TXFlyGuy

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

    I just clicked on the name tag, then went to feedback, then selected "show all feedback".
  17. TXFlyGuy

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

    The jacket is black, so I will like it. Non-removable fur collar. Hope it is better than the sorry MA-1 that was here!
  19. TXFlyGuy

    U.S. Wings G1

    I recently purchased their Signature Series USCG Issue G-1. Made by Schott, it is a very nice jacket. The customer service was just fine. I would buy from them again, and give them a good recommendation.
  20. TXFlyGuy

    Veg v. Chrome Tanning

    Yes, there is something to it...$$$!
  21. TXFlyGuy

    Black G-1

    Does anyone know if the G-1 jackets were ever standard issue in black leather? I think there have been a few photos of at least one military officer wearing a black leather G-1.
  22. TXFlyGuy

    Veg v. Chrome Tanning

    Ditto for my G&B chrome tanned A-2. Great color and suppleness, even for cowhide. The more I wear it, the more obvious it becomes that this is one fine garment. I suspect that the "veg tanning" thing is more sales hype than anything else. Hear come the slings and arrows...better duck quickly!
  23. TXFlyGuy

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

    The B-15 will arrive on Thursday, the 6th. It is the "Vintage" B-15, made in USA, from belote on Ebay, 99.5% positive feedback. Bet it goes right back to him faster than a Cheetah on cocaine!

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