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  1. Persimmon

    My new Aero A2 38-1711-P

    Which Eastman model Papa M, which Eastman A2 is that ? What size is it as well Alan
  2. Persimmon

    Name Tag Placement on A2

    Name tag is always a matter of judgement Name plates were issued in leather strips of 4 inches by 5/8 inches and were pressure stamped with the wearer's name. Plenty of alternative and hand-crafted examples can be found of differing sizes, shapes, and printing methods and styles. The name plate...
  3. Persimmon

    Eastman Leather jackets

    Horse is horse and men who watch goats ........ No. Unfair and wrong Check each description and if its goat you get goat, Horse you get horse etc etc They play fair. Alan
  4. Persimmon

    Eastman Leather jackets

    Eastman UK Hi Jeff, Although I live in England so of course biased !! I would recommend you purchase direct from Eastman UK. If you know your size then order off the web site. If by chance you send any follow up emails do not worry if not picked up and replied asap. Gary tends to do this...
  5. Persimmon

    The beginning to wearing a hat of style

    I need some help guys. I have always wanted to own and wear a fedora type hat and I think its time. I live in England so its not to easy to buy the right one or even know where to go. I dress shirt and tie/ Chino's or smart trousers and wear an A2 /sometimes an A1 jacket. What style of hat...
  7. Persimmon

    Buzz Rickson Type A-10 gloves

    Eastman USAAF Type A-10 comparision Did you look at the Eastman USAAF Type A-10 gloves ? How do the B.R. pair match up to these. Anyone bought these (Eastman) and would recommend them ? Thanks, Alan
  8. Persimmon

    WWII Army Officers Dress Shoes

    Buzz Rickson Low Quarters Hi Guys, Just bought and received my B.R. Low Quarters and they fit great. One question to the guys who have bought these previously. What polish are you using. Clear ? Or a certain colour that keeps them fine or ages them ? Alan
  9. Persimmon

    1939 GW Werber

    JC and Delivies. Andrew, I have just sent off an email to John Chapman about making a jacket. What is the lead time from order to delivery ? How does the UK customs hit you re collection. I am in the States in the summer on business and was wondering if it would be easier to collect direct...
  10. Persimmon

    Perry Sportswear A2

    Wonderful to see Wonderful to see. If you are ever interested in selling parts of the collection please let me know. Best Wishes Alan
  11. Persimmon

    ELC Pearl Harbor Time Worn A2 fit

    PH neck Martin, How did you reshape it- water and pegging it it shape ? How was it digging into your neck. I have heard something similar before. Is this a design issue. There is also a .50 cal which is an alternative for me. Alan
  13. Persimmon

    ELC Pearl Harbor Time Worn A2 fit

    Pearl Harbor questions Papa M, What colour is your Pearl Harbor ? Is that the Walnut option on the ELC site ? Can I ask about the collar. I have heard mixed reports about it. I am leaning to buying a PH and would appreciate any comments. Alan
  14. Persimmon

    USAAF TYPE A-1 MECHANICS SWEATER WANTED

    info on sizes Hi Mark, I guess pit to pit to show width. If its labelled 38 it should be OK Also length.The bottom of the V collar to bottom of waist band Top edge of sleeve to end of knit oplease to show sleeve length. What's the condition and the price.... Have you got a photo to show Alan
  15. Persimmon

    USAAF TYPE A-1 MECHANICS SWEATER WANTED

    I am looking to buy a ELC USAAF TYPE A-1 MECHANICS SWEATER SIZE 38 Original if Ok or Eastman version (They are out of stock ) or is there anyone else out there making them that you can point the way to Thanks Alan
  16. Persimmon

    Eastman Rangoon Shirt

    I am looking at purchasing the Eastman Rangoon shirt. Anyone bought this ? What is the size on the body like ? When you read slim fitting/tapering I can only dream about the body I used to have that my 24 year son now has ! Can you adjust the width - taking out darts etc ? What is the...
  17. Persimmon

    The perfect length of an A2 ???

    Just what is the right length for a A2 Jacket. Should it be tight on the waist. Should it be long enough that the waist band slightly (all of it ) disappears under the leather ? I know that does not look good on the sleeve length - sort of tunnelling. Any pictures of the perfect length of...
  19. Persimmon

    Eastman A2 Contract number ?

    Found a Golden Book Thanks Andrew. I have managed to source a copy which is being sent to me. Alan
  20. Persimmon

    Wanted Eastman Golden book

    Does anyone have a unwanted copy for sale of the Eastman Golden Book
  21. Persimmon

    Eastman A2 Contract number ?

    Happy to appear dumb... to know the answer Then is when I appear stupid and say ..what's the golden book... What does it contain ? Is it something that can be bought ? And where ? Alan
  22. Persimmon

    Eastman A2 Contract number ?

    Early ELC ?? Thanks Andrew for the suggestion. I will do so. I do have an order in for a new Jacket at Eastman at the moment so hopefully he will not mind wasting his time with the query. Just out of interest when you stated ...this early ELC jacket .... how did you know when it was made ...
  23. Persimmon

    Eastman A2 Contract number ?

    A2 label info query Just purchased a second hand Eastman A-2 with this contract number on it. Can you advise what type of leather is the jacket made from. Looks horse to me. Thanks, Alan
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