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  1. Deacon211

    ALL REPRO R.A.F. Irvin type jackets

    Well, I'll throw my 2 cents in until someone smarter comes along. My only Irvin is an ELC, so I can't say how the WPG fits particularly. However, Irvin's as you have read are definitely short in the torso. So if you don't like that a larger size might definitely be in order for you...
  2. Deacon211

    Cockpit 100 Mission G-1

    Just an update. I sent my G-1 off to get the collar replaced this summer. I finally had the weather to wear my jacket today and updated the original post with pics of the new collar. I think it turned out rather well and if you were looking for a more traditional collar on your G-1, it might...
  3. Deacon211

    Eastman B-3 .50 CAL

    Awesome jacket and fit. If you had told me that it was an original, I'd have believed it. I really appreciate how jacket companies have improved their aging methods over the years. Used to be a "antiqued" jacket didn't look like you flew in it...it looked like you got shot down in it...
  4. Deacon211

    G-1 collar fade

    Hehe, that's a pretty common saying for old but much loved aircraft. The Harrier leaked so much that the Air Force guys would bring out a truckload of drip pans whenever we parked at their base...and a trash can for the "shark fin" fuel vent that would occasionally dump on the ramp. Loving...
  5. Deacon211

    So, I got myself an A2(Eastman)

    A great looking jacket and I agree that the fit is right on for you! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  7. Deacon211

    G-1 collar fade

    I have some major hate on for Photobucket too as so many great reference threads are now bare of pictures. My method of choice for posting since I travel so much is Tapatalk. It's not the greatest program or anything, but it will easily upload any photo you have on your iPhone or iPad. Sent...
  8. Deacon211

    A-2 patch dilemma (first world problem)

    Sorry Big J, been flying the last few days. I think this is what I used. https://www.amazon.com/Tandy-Leather-Eco-Flo-Adhesive-2655-01/dp/B003CD8ZC2/ref=pd_sim_229_36?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=BMS2DHDD4S3F7B8EEZN3 But it looks like there are several alternatives. It looks (probably is)...
  9. Deacon211

    My first Irvin

    Beautiful jacket! Wear it in good health. :-) Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  10. Deacon211

    M422-A Differences between differents makers

    Nice collection! I'd have to agree that the USA looks most like an issue jacket. One feature that not every repro has that the USA seems to and I think makes for a sharper cut is the tapered sleeves. It generally seems to make the jacket less blousy looking. Great lineup. :-) Sent from my...
  11. Deacon211

    A-2 patch dilemma (first world problem)

    Hey J, How much of the previous hole outline is uncovered and how big are the holes? I had some stitch holes in a G-1 and, after much online searching found some leather glue that seemed to work. I rubbed the glue into the holes and lightly wiped the excess with a cloth. When dry, the larger...
  13. Deacon211

    Which is your favorite G-1?

    That's a great looking jacket FE! I think you did a great job finding that replacement mouton...it's the perfect shade. Is that a 21 you're standing by? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  14. Deacon211

    Wearing of the A2 jacket during WWII on/off base

    Hey Rocketeer, What Dino posted is about the right of it. Consider that the current practice of even wearing your utilities out in public as you may see today is only about 25 years old I'd say. Before that, if you were seen in public you were wearing some level of dress uniform. Whether...
  15. Deacon211

    What is your thougts about this?

    It's a beautiful jacket! Doesn't Shaul do restoration work? Perhaps he repaired this one some time ago and, not being an A-1 maker, put this label in to have "something" there? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  16. Deacon211

    Which is your favorite G-1?

    Ah, I appreciate it guys. But, in returning to my dream of flying for a living, I took a massive pay cut. So, I've gone from champagne to Schlitz for a little while. ;-) That was the "at some point" part of my post. :-) I will return to my search...just not quite yet. Sent from my iPhone...
  17. Deacon211

    Which is your favorite G-1?

    Ah the lament of the 48 boys. At some point I really need to find a nice 50/60s era G-1. But I live between 46 and 48 and they just don't come up much. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  19. Deacon211

    Which is your favorite G-1?

    It's funny how squadrons make their way around the country (and around the world) over the decades. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  20. Deacon211

    Famous People in Flight Jackets

    Well, everyone has their own take on things. Yeager certainly sounds decent enough for your interaction with him. I never met him myself, I just heard from a few people who had less positive experiences. I'm sure many people could say that about me! [emoji3] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  21. Deacon211

    Which is your favorite G-1?

    That is a beaut Fanch. Sadly, I think the Flying Nightmares were decommissioned several years ago. Their hangar was right down the street from ours. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  22. Deacon211

    Famous People in Flight Jackets

    I've never met the man myself, but I've heard a few who have suggested that they'd have rather associated with with Sam than Chuck given the choice. Thor, is that pic from a movie? Sam looks to be playing somebody. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
  23. Deacon211

    AVI LTHR 55J14 G-1 Jacket Review & pics

    Concur with the rest of the guys here. A very nice looking G-1 with very believable style details and one heck of a price. Wear it in good health! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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