N-1 Deck jacket that won’t break the bank. Help!

[ton312]

I’ve been after one of these for awhile and I thought Aero offered one but I can’t seem to find it on their site. Kind of dipping a toe in the style so I don’t want to spend too much. Any suggestions? I’ve looked on eBay but it’s absolutely flooded with those generic, photos been ripped off someone else’s site, shipped from China crap. Help a brother out and point me in the right direction.

 

[jeo]

What’s your definition of “too much” for a jacket like this?

I was really diggin this one I found on Yahoo Japan. Around $300. Not familiar with the brand.

Buzz Rickson has a nice one too. I’ve seen it go for $400-$450




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[Mich486]

On the cheaper end I think Pike Brothers make a decent jacket. Bob Dong also should be comparable.


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[jeo]

https://buyee.jp/item/search/query/N-1 deck?translationType=1&page=1&vic=search_suggest

Yahoo Japan search. ^

A lot of variety, but shipping might be prohibitive.

Except for the more known names (RMC, Buzz etc...) I’m not sure who make a quality one.

Just did a quick eBay search. Finding a vintage one for a reasonable price shouldn’t be hard.


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[ton312]

https://buyee.jp/item/search/query/N-1 deck?translationType=1&page=1&vic=search_suggest

Yahoo Japan search. ^

A lot of variety, but shipping might be prohibitive.

Except for the more known names (RMC, Buzz etc...) I’m not sure who make a quality one.

Just did a quick eBay search. Finding a vintage one for a reasonable price shouldn’t be hard.


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Yeah I thought that too about vintage but I think I’d rather go new/repro. $300-$400 range is fair if the quality is there. I swear Aero had them a month ago...I thought the Buzz version was more in the $600 range, which I don’t want to spend.

 

[El Marro]

Aero sells the Pike Brothers N-1.

http://www.aeroleatherclothing.com/product-detail.php?id=980

Looks like they are out of several sizes at the moment. I think I recall reading generally positive reviews of this jacket, although people are quick to point out that it is not quite as nice as the Buzz Rickson or Real McCoys

 

[jeo]

Yeah I thought that too about vintage but I think I’d rather go new/repro. $300-$400 range is fair if the quality is there. I swear Aero had them a month ago...I thought the Buzz version was more in the $600 range, which I don’t want to spend.

Yeah I’ve seen some buzzs’, freewheelers and toys McCoy’s go for even $800 or more. But for the most part you can get them on Rakuten for about $400 + shipping. Sometimes less.

https://buyee.jp/rakuten/detail/d-park:10114550


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[ton312]

Yeah I’ve seen some buzzs’, freewheelers and toys McCoy’s go for even $800 or more. But for the most part you can get them on Rakuten for about $400 + shipping. Sometimes less.

https://buyee.jp/rakuten/detail/d-park:10114550


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Yeah man that’s the one. I like the pile lining and I couldn’t be a bigger Buzz Rickson fan at the moment. That might be the way to go. Thanks jeo!

 

[barnabus]

Depends how 'repro' you want to go. You could pick up a Carhartt Sheffield jacket for much less :

 

[ton312]

Depends how 'repro' you want to go. You could pick up a Carhartt Sheffield jacket for much less :

I saw those. Those are the WIP line right?

 

[Retromoto]

SM Wholesale's N1 is the closest to original design and best bang for the buck I've seen. https://www.smwholesaleusa.com/
That said, I tried to order one and the communications were less than expected, I was unable to pull off the deal and walked away. Perhaps you'll be able to do so. Nice coat, made in USA and I feel the price is good for what you're getting.

 

[ton312]

Looking for one like this, without the knit bits. This is the IH version. $750 though, so....no.

 

[VestCoast]

Denimio can proxy Buzz ricksons N-1. Heres the link to the khaki version which is a pretty decent price IMO and comparable to the IH you linked.

https://www.denimio.com/buzz-rickson-s-br12031-n-1-deck-jacket-khaki.html

I’ve bought denim from denimio before, great experience.

 

[Doctor Damage]

Much discussion is this thread also: https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/usn-deck-jackets-period-repop.80725/

 

[Bfd70]

Not a repro. Very warm. Bonus that you can try on in person.

Also, IH has a grey one in the outlet in XL for $500

 

[Doctor Strange]

What about At the Front? I have a couple of their army jackets (tanker, M-41) and think they're very good for the price.

https://www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/usnun1.htm

 

[Peacoat]

SM Wholesale's N1 is the closest to original design and best bang for the buck I've seen. https://www.smwholesaleusa.com/
That said, I tried to order one and the communications were less than expected, I was unable to pull off the deal and walked away. Perhaps you'll be able to do so. Nice coat, made in USA and I feel the price is good for what you're getting.

For a new N-1, this would be my choice. Unfortunately, the company is perpetuating a common misconception in saying this jacket is "Khaki" in color. It isn't khaki, it's olive drab.

 

[ton312]

View attachment 152892 Not a repro. Very warm. Bonus that you can try on in person.

Also, IH has a grey one in the outlet in XL for $500

That grey one is incredible. I have no clue how these fit but I think the XL would be a tad large...thanks though. That’s a beautiful jacket.

 

[barnabus]

What about At the Front? I have a couple of their army jackets (tanker, M-41) and think they're very good for the price.

https://www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/usnun1.htm

That looks like an excellent option for the price! I confess I've been looking for a decent budget N-1 for ages, and thought Carhartt was where my money would go. But this jacket looks ace.

 

[Doctor Damage]

What about At the Front? I have a couple of their army jackets (tanker, M-41) and think they're very good for the price.

https://www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/usnun1.htm

They're also selling the navy blue version, which I think would be more "wearable" out-and-about than the olive drab version:
https://www.atthefrontshop.com/1st_Model_WWII_Navy_Deck_Jacket_p/usnd1m.htm