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  1. fishmeok

    New Pattern A-1

    Thanks everyone. I'm in the process of working on a few orders but it's slow going as usual because my main job is still working on hydraulic hybrid truck prototypes. I set up an e-mail though: superiorflightapparel@gmail.com If anyone wants to get ahold of me. I have one more lamb A-1 to...
  2. fishmeok

    New Pattern A-1

    This is a different pattern I'm trying based more on a Doniger type body and sleeve. It has sewn-in sleeves which are rotated more than most A-2's and like an M-422A or a G-1 (sewn in means the sleeves and body are sewn closed before they are joined together. On most A-2's you leave the body...
  3. fishmeok

    SAA A-1 Test Jacket size 46

    SOLD! Thanks
  4. fishmeok

    SAA A-1 Test Jacket size 46

    They really tend to grow on you- it's a nice Golden Era look that doesn't seem to be as common in the US as it is in Europe. A little more versatile wardrobe-wise than an A-2. Cheers Mark
  5. fishmeok

    B7 Jacket?

    Matching boots on OFAS 200380689416. Are these genuine? Cheers Mark
  7. fishmeok

    SAA A-1 Test Jacket size 46

    Wait about a week. I'm working on it.:) Cheers Mark
  8. fishmeok

    SAA A-1 Test Jacket size 46

    Now on e-bay- seller slkflys2
  9. fishmeok

    Finshed my first A1

    Wow- has it really been 8 months already? I guess having a kid really warps your sense of time... Looks great Jack. That was a really good hide, I was looking at a scrap of it earlier this evening while messing around with my sewing machine. Cheers Mark
  10. fishmeok

    SAA A-1 Test Jacket size 46

    Bump..
  11. fishmeok

    Finshed my first A1

    Thanks! I have some new horsehide coming next week or so, very excited to try it out. Cheers Mark
  13. fishmeok

    Finshed my first A1

    As per my usual M.O. the jacket is now in the classifieds. Lots of detail pics there too. Cheers Mark
  14. fishmeok

    SAA A-1 Test Jacket size 46

  15. fishmeok

    SAA A-1 Test Jacket size 46

    Russett lambskin with cotton liner. 100% wool knits. Two piece back and arms. Double top stitching on the body and pockets. Topstitching around the cuffs. Lightweight, soft, and comfortable. Has been lightly worn for three weeks to test the fit (admittedly, there WAS a tornado involved, but...
  16. fishmeok

    Pre Production Goodwear Dubow A-2 Size 44

    This is one of John's test jackets. Cowhide with a vintage Talon zipper. Russet brown with a Dubow label. Excellent condition. Fairly heavy jacket, weighs about 4 lbs. $375 plus shipping Chest Front 17" Pit to pit 26" Shoulder 19 Shoulder Blade (Across the back arm seam) 17" Epaulet...
  17. fishmeok

    Pre Production GoodwearDubow A-2 Size 46

    This is one of John's early test jackets. Cowhide with a vintage Talon zipper. I re-dyed it seal brown and took 2" off the sides. Signed by three WWII aces. Fairly heavy jacket, weighs about 4 lbs. Some wear on the liner by the collar snaps and a spot of paint on the liner. $350 Chest...
  19. fishmeok

    Finshed my first A1

    Once again, thanks all. The stitching is all single needle, double pass. I would like to have a double needle machine, but I can't get away with having two industrials in the basement. Even some of the M-422A's were single-needle stitched though (like the Blocks) so it's more or less accurate. I...
  20. fishmeok

    Finshed my first A1

    To quote Ferris Bueller: "Never had one lesson..." but I did get a lot of very good advice and encouragement from John Chapman-would not have been able to get this far without it. It helps that I have a very strong obsessive streak in my family, and a very understanding wife. Cheers Mark
  21. fishmeok

    Finshed my first A1

    Thanks for the compliments everyone- the collar knit is the same as the waist. Try flightsuits.com and get the all wool historical A-2 knits. Good stuff.
  22. fishmeok

    Finshed my first A1

    Thanks guys. I this is a good size 46, but I think for myself I could use about an inch off each side- I'm like a 45 long. This pattern will work for my LB jacket, A-1, and a "private purchase" A-2 which I think I am going to try next. It's really comfortable though, with no pulling on the arms...
  23. fishmeok

    Finshed my first A1

    just finished it-Here's a couple of quick pics- I'm pretty happy with it. It's made out of lambskin I found at a local warehouse. Cheers Mark I look tired, annoyed, and hot in this one- it's about 84 degrees in here. Too hot for a jacket....

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