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    Goatskin vs horsehide

    Having goatskin jackets both original and reproduction they don't age. I have three original goatskin A2s that look great. They have some wear but nothing like horsehide A2s I have seen. I have used hot water on the collar of a Real McCoys roughwear model to get it lay down and not bother my...
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    Goatskin vs horsehide

    The 422 become the 422A then the AN6552/ANJ-3A which then became the 55j14 then the G-1. This comes from the book: Suit Up: The Flight Jacket.The ANJ-2 was a lightweight cotton jacket worn in the Pacific by the Navy. It was the first the 421 then became the AN6551/ANJ2. Again this comes from...
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    The A-2 review

    The triple mark talon you have on the original 27752 is a neat. I had one 27752 original RW that did not have the triple "talon" on it. Just talon on the front and back and not the puller bar as yours has. As far as I know ELC uses NOS talons on their original contract jackets (i.e., RW...
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    AAF decals on A-2 zipper flaps?

    I have seen several originals with the stamp just like on your jacket. It was not something I have seen on a lot of originals. I have two that were not pre-war with no stamp. Of course it could have worn off. I had a mint RW 18091 which is pre war and it did not have it. It may have been...
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    Clark Gable's A2

    Of course it is;)
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    Clark Gable's A2

    I believe it is a Doniger which is a pretty rare jacket manufactorer. BTW I have a V. Hilts Steve McQueen sweatshirt I can auction too.:)
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    Goatskin vs horsehide

    I have three original A2s all goatskin. After over 60 years they look great and can be worn. I have seen and have had original horsehide that is equally in great condition. So I guess both can hold their look. Here is a shot of one of my 60 plus year old original goatskin A2s
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    Aero's Customer Service

    Just FYI there is a Wested Indy on Mark's site on ebay. Don't know if it is your size but it is worth a look.
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    opinions on Aero Indian Goatskin A-2

    They were on sale a while ago. Priced dirt cheap to get rid of them. I don't believe they have any more in stock.
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    opinions on Aero Indian Goatskin A-2

    Concur with everyone above on the niceness of the jacket and the tendency to run big. Yup you are right that guy must have had too much beer.
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    New U.S. Authentic A-2 Review

    No you are not too picky. I think you will not be happy with this until you get the right jacket. So if you want to look at ebay I would do so. What size did you get on the US Auth.? This could determine whether you could get a good jacket on ebay.
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    New U.S. Authentic A-2 Review

    Great fitting jacket. I think you have the perfect fit. Now to the bad part. Yes I would send it back. That should have been caught in the inspection of the jacket before sent to the customer. I agree with the previous posters that my eye would go right to that defect everytime. You paid...
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    The B-3 appreciation society …

    Get the B-6. I have a RMNZ and it is a fantastic jacket. The Eastman is pretty good also. Saw an Aero B-3 today and it was fantastic. So I am sure their B-6 is pretty good too.
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    g-1 leather jacket

    Foster G-1s are usually good. I have had two of them and they both had superb goatskin. I recommend them if you can get one in good shape.
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    422a--Original Fried Ostermann sz 42

    SOLD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! For sale very nice size 42 Fried Ostermann. Knits original. lining in great shape no holes. Zipper was replaced with a NOS Talon for this jacket from MASH. $385 plus shipping. PM me if interested or questions. Front pit to pit (with gusset) 24 in Back pit...
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    g-1 leather jacket

    Now you know why we recommend the secondary market like ebay for a G-1.
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    Aero Vs Eastman A2

    I have what they call the 50 mission jacket which is steerhide. Very nice jacket you would be very happy with it. Sizing of ELC vs Aero. I take a 42 in ELC and either a 42 or 44 in Aero. Again get the dimensions of the jacket to help with your decision.
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    Thrift stores & A-2, a recent story

    I think US Authentic will do it. I don't know about Aero. I know Eastman will but they are quite expensive.
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    1942 B3 JACKETS

    Great looking B3s thanks for sharing.
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    A-1 Jacket / A1 Flying Jacket - The ultimate Golden Era flying accessory!

    I saw one of these in goat and it was a great looking jacket.

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