Black G-1 Jackets?

[alexiusmeinong]

Hi everybody. I'm new here and looking forward to learning from you all!

Here's a question. I'd like to find a black G-1 jacket. Are there any that you recommend? (I'm aware of the one by Cockpit, and I think it looks good, but I'm wondering if there are other options.)

Thanks!

 

[dubpynchon]

Aero would probably make you an M445 in black goatskin, I've been dreaming about one of these for years (along with lots of other jackets).

 

[dannyk]

What’s your price range if you don’t mind asking? That will certainly determine some of your options.

 

[Edward]

Could easily order one with Aero. Other than that, Buzz Rickson did do one in their William Gibson line, but I doubt it's still available.

 

[alexiusmeinong]

I won't come down on a hard price limit since I'm just trying to find out what's out there. I'm relatively new to researching the world of leather jackets.

 

[El Marro]

I have one made for me by US Authentic. He used a nice thick black goatskin and the jacket was made and delivered to my door within three days of placing the order. Unfortunately he did not match the custom measurements I had requested (and paid for) as he promised he would. For that reason I would not give US Authentic a whole hearted referral, although I have seen jackets and read reports from others here who are quite pleased with their work.

 

[Cogerrunt]

Buzz Rickson have have a black one. I tried this one on yesterday. Felt great.

https://clutch-cafe.com/collections...son-s-br80539-william-gibson-g-1-jacket-black

 

[thor]

Although I am a traditionalist when it comes to G-1’s and almost all in my collection are brown, I did find a US Wings G-1 in black on eBay. It was in like-new condition and I got it for under $100. It is very well made with a super plush black mouton collar and the thick black pebbled goatskin is of excellent quality.
Not sure if US Wings still offers a black G-1, but the one I have is superb!

 

[Deacon211]

I also recalled USWings having black G-1s.

For the lower end of the price scale they do nice work.


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[alexiusmeinong]

Thanks so much for all of your replies!

Can anyone here speak to the reputation of the Cockpit G-1?

 

[Deacon211]

The Cockpit is very well established and makes nice, mid range
jackets.

I have had several and never had an issue with any of them.

If you are in or near NYC, they still have a showroom, though it is not as spacious as in the glory days of the brand.


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[El Marro]

Thanks so much for all of your replies!

Can anyone here speak to the reputation of the Cockpit G-1?

I had a Cockpit Mil Spec G-1 for a short time. It was well made with a nice trim fit as advertised. The goatskin varied in thickness, with a few very thin spots on the arms, and that bothered me. It was also too long for me since I had made the mistake of ordering a tall size when I would’ve been better suited with a regular. In the end I gave the jacket away to a friend.

 

[thor]

Check out Gibson & Barnes. They made a black goatskin “Civil” G-1 (not 100% military spec, with side entry handwarmer pockets). Their jackets are very good quality once you work out the sizing.