N-1 Deck Jacket (repros)

[Satori]

Does anybody know where I can get a decent N-1 reproduction? Any reviews on N-1s?

Eric

 

[normanpitkin]

Why,Eastman Leathers of course,although they are actually Buzz Rickson's from Japan........irony of a sort I suppose

 

[Fletch]

Not really - high-end cotton flight jacket repros are pretty much a Japan-only thing. Except for the materials, they cost just as much to make right as leather jackets. Only in Japan will people pay those prices for something made of cotton.

 

[Satori]

I've seen the ELC/Rickson jackets which are very good but ridiculously expensive. Are any US manufacturers making N-1s?

Eric

 

[Doctor Strange]

I think US Wings has them, but I can't imagine they're that great...

Added: Apparently, Spiewak makes them too -

http://www.outinstyle.com/p-MG-JACKETS/SPWK-6246.html

 

[Fletch]

I asked Indy Magnoli awhile back about reproing an M-421 or similar type belt-back jacket. He said fine, but he'd have to price it more or less like a leather one as most of the costs were in the tailoring.

I've since found a Willis & Geiger 421 repro on eBay for $100. They're out there, but you need to wait awhile.

 

[Corto]

I own a Spiewak N-1 Deck Jacket repro that I bought from anchortex.com.

To be honest...it's not the most functional coat in the world (it's "short" and a bit drafty if you don't use the pull cords at the bottom on days well below 30 degrees. Also the range of motion could be better for us "husky" guys). However, I think it looks super-cool.

I think Spiewak discontinued them (I couldn't even get the olive drab color I wanted), but Alpha makes one. I just didn't want to have the logo printed on mine, so I went for the Spiewak.
If you get an Alpha, let me know what you think.

Obviously, if you have the cash, I'd go with Buzz Rickson. THOSE look HOT.

OR (why didn't I think of this first) you can get a REAL one from Vintage Trends.

 

[JG]

N1 Deck Jacket

Hi Satori,

Here's a site with some actual vintage N1s for sale:

http://www.vintagetrends.com/milita...itary+Vintage&CA=Men&SC=Jackets/Coats&ST=Deck

Also, here's a site with surplus deck jackets for sale. Not N1s but maybe worth a look.

http://www.armynavysales.com/Mercha..._Code=01&Product_Code=MJ101&Category_Code=JPK

regards,

jim

 

[Dudleydoright]

Deck jackets

As autumn is upon us and winter isn't far away, I thought I'd re-start this thread. I recently bought a Buzz Rickson deck jacket, the short one. It's an incredibly warm and practical jacket. Ideal for driving. It's lined like the originals with some kind of cellulose (?) membrane to keep the rain out. That means it makes a bit of a rustling sound - especially when new - but this gets less noticable over time. It's a big jacket in that I got the largest size (44) but it fits me and I'm a 46-48 chest with broad shoulders. It has an original period zipper - always a nice touch - and the Bedfor Cord is a lovely looking and feeling material.
I recommend it to anyone !
I'll post better photos if there'e interest, including being worn, as flash photography doesn't show the colour or details very well.

It looks good whether you are wearing chinos, jeans or cords.

I've just ordered the BR version of the N-1 and hope to receive that by the beginning of next week. I'll post photos of that in due course.
Cheer,
DDR

 

[BellyTank]

Spiewak and Alpha both used to do one.


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[Dudleydoright]

BR N-1

Edited.

Dave

 

[52Styleline]

I have an original Vietnam era foul weather jacket that I wore both as an enlisted sailor and officer. It was issued to me on the first destroyer to which I was assigned and I just about lived in it while at sea. One of my treasured possessions. It's a bit faded and worn...but then so am I.

 

[green papaya]

I have an original Vietnam era foul weather jacket that I wore both as an enlisted sailor and officer. It was issued to me on the first destroyer to which I was assigned and I just about lived in it while at sea. One of my treasured possessions. It's a bit faded and worn...but then so am I.

I also have a VN era foul weather jacket, they are nice for casual wear on a cold day

 

[brownbanana]

US Wings has the spiewak N-1s...

Don't have the cash for a BR, but really considering getting an OD green spiewak from USWings. They only have Smalls left, but that may just be my size.

Hey Corto, if you'd happen to be reading this or if anyone can get into contact with him, may I ask how's the size and fit of your Spiewak N-1? Could you give me an idea of the length and chest in relation to your size? The shoulders also seem pointy but that may just be the angle. I'd really like to get an idea of the overall fit.

Much thanks if you may help me out.

 

[Riley Dee]

My recent ebay win

This picture of Paul Newman has always made me want a N1 deck jacket.

I just won this on ebay.

If I look a fraction as cool as Paul Newman does in his I will be ecstatic.

 

[Fredells]

"If I look a fraction as cool as Paul Newman does in his I will be ecstatic"

Hi Sir! From witch film is the Paul pic?

Regards Mikael

 

[Michaelshane]

I have an original Vietnam era foul weather jacket that I wore both as an enlisted sailor and officer. It was issued to me on the first destroyer to which I was assigned and I just about lived in it while at sea. One of my treasured possessions. It's a bit faded and worn...but then so am I.

I wish I still had mine.By the way I did two cruises to Viet Nam.

 

[Treetopflyer]

Probably Paul's own

He was a Navy Aircrewman during WWII. It is probably the one that was issued to him.

 

[Riley Dee]

Paul Newman's Jacket

Mikael,

I first saw this pic on the Vintage Leather Jacket forum. If I recall correctly, the original poster said that it was indeed Paul Newman's own deck jacket. I just remember being gobsmacked at how cool he looked.

I am mostly wearing the jacket with vintage 501's or APC New Standard jeans, a vneck tee shirt, and vintage Corcoran boots.

 

[Fredells]

Mikael,

I first saw this pic on the Vintage Leather Jacket forum. If I recall correctly, the original poster said that it was indeed Paul Newman's own deck jacket. I just remember being gobsmacked at how cool he looked.

I am mostly wearing the jacket with vintage 501's or APC New Standard jeans, a vneck tee shirt, and vintage Corcoran boots.

Thanks for the help!
Regards