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  1. Dr H

    Comparison of two Perry Sportswear A-2 jackets

    Also posted on the VLJF Perry Sportswear (of Newburgh, New York) produced two A-2 contracts from the fiscal year of 1942. The precise dating of the contracts have been discussed at different times on the forum and although the information is contradictory, it appears from those with better...
  2. Dr H

    ALL REPRO R.A.F. Irvin type jackets

    Good call, I'll bring the Perrys along as well to show you side by side. About to take some photos for a comparison thread on VLJF.
  3. Dr H

    ALL REPRO R.A.F. Irvin type jackets

    Surely that one will keep you happy when it's back in your hands, John? Top repro, looks all that it should be...
  4. Dr H

    A2 Advice

    As I've recently posted elsewhere, the Perry is a terrific all round contract: wearable pattern, comfortable and neat looking - I particularly like the pocket flaps and rounded collar points. I've also had a GW Doniger and found that equally comfortable - wide biceps, comfortable torso and...
  5. Dr H

    Most Comfortable A-2 Styles

    Hi Joel, I have a couple of original Perry Sportswear A-2s (both sized 44) in horsehide and goatskin; my favourite contracts. In the right size (I'm a modern 42 and the wartime 44 fits well), they are both extremely comfortable - well cut in the shoulder with well sized armholes, trim forearms...
  7. Dr H

    How many leather jackets do you own!?

    Original Perry 42-16175-P size 44 Perry 23377 size 44 Irvin 2-panel by Links (no label but 42-44) Repro ELC A-1 capeskin size 44
  8. Dr H

    What goes with your A2?

    Today for work - a pair of original officers' pinks, a white short sleeved shirt, Royal Aircraft Establishment tie (cool crest with a pteranodon) and a pair of RM Williams boots (with a russet Perry 42-16175-P, A-2).
  9. Dr H

    ALL ORIGINAL Irvin RAF type Jackets - Loving that Wolf in sheeps' clothing!

    I'm sorry...there was a jacket?!
  10. Dr H

    ALL ORIGINAL Irvin RAF type Jackets - Loving that Wolf in sheeps' clothing!

    My, how elegant...
  11. Dr H

    Help with A-2 Sizing

    If you're looking to blouse the waist you could consider John's new Security Aviation Togs A-2, which would fit the bill and also longer in the torso.
  13. Dr H

    Eastman Leather Company Garment Sizing

    John Lever recently posted this on the VLJF: http://www.mash-japan.co.jp/eastman-web/sizechart/a-1.html All the dimensions of all the jackets are metric rather than imperial, and the text is Japanese, but readers might find it useful nevertheless.
  14. Dr H

    Authentic pic of A-2....for reference

    I picked up a couple of pairs of originals on EBay for regular wear to work for less than the price of repro if you want to go down that route.
  15. Dr H

    A-1 Jacket / A1 Flying Jacket - The ultimate Golden Era flying accessory!

    I am now buying Kent Kochheiser's ELC A-1 and am eagerly awaiting its arrival. Kent took these photos of the jacket and he has kindly allowed me to link to them (as they are of a far higher quality than I could achieve with my limited photographic ability)...
  16. Dr H

    ALL ORIGINAL Irvin RAF type Jackets - Loving that Wolf in sheeps' clothing!

    Could you send me a pic or two please Andrew (especially of the splat at the back - the incised design looks familiar, shape of feet, profile of back leg, shape of finials)? I'll see if I can turn any information up for you from my library.
  17. Dr H

    ALL ORIGINAL Irvin RAF type Jackets - Loving that Wolf in sheeps' clothing!

    Nice Arts and Crafts chair Andrew - can't quite make it out, any idea of the designer/maker?
  19. Dr H

    Soft leather A-2

    John Chapman does custom work, but I couldn't tell you about thicker lining. Check his website and call him. His customer service is second to none...
  20. Dr H

    Soft leather A-2

    Good Wear Leather...
  21. Dr H

    Soft leather A-2

    I agree that the weight of the hide/skin will influence this, but for e.g. a 2.5 oz hide as used by GW the result is a very light supple jacket that drapes very well but pound for pound is more abrasion resistant than heavier hides.
  22. Dr H

    Soft leather A-2

    Go for goat - I've had three Perry Sportswear A2s in goatskin and a GW Doniger. Incredibly supple, lightweight yet substantial...
  23. Dr H

    WTB Good Wear A-1 (size 44) or Eastman A-1 (size 42)

    Thanks to Kent for the opportunity to buy - I have now secured a suitable ELC A-1.

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