Reproduction Irvin jacket comparison photos

[Jonnyboy]

Hi guys,

I thought it might be good to show a few comparison photos of one of my Irvin jackets next to an original. The original is dated 1943, and isn't the jacket I used to make the pattern (that jacket was from 1941), but I think it works well for a general comparison.

Also, here are a couple of photos of mine next to an Eastman jacket, plus a comparison of sleeves (Eastman, original, mine).

I know that there's such a lot of variation when it comes to original Irvins, and other repros, but hopefully this is interesting.

Cheers,

Jon

 

[GriffDeLaGriff]

The fleece of yours looks a little bigger "grained" and not as smooth, but thats all.
The only other thing is: how much does it cost?

 

[Edward]

Very nice job indeed.

 

[holdemchamp1225]

AMAZING!! I really think it looks great. CONGRATS again and awesome work. Forgot price again but PM me if you can to discuss.

Cheers,

Bruce

 

[aries-buzhor]

Those jackets look so delicious that I have strong wish to eat them! Am I the only one who feels the same way?

 

[John Lever]

Which is which ?

 

[aries-buzhor]

All three actually.

 

[aswatland]

John, the original is the one with the smaller leather sleeve zip pull. The other two are Jon's excellent repros.

 

[aries-buzhor]

I made the same conclusion based solely on condition of zip pull. As I understand it was meant like that - not to point original to show impressive result of Jon's labour. I wonder if the collar shape can be curved as on Aero IRVINS.

 

[ChiTownScion]

Nice work, Jon! Definitely (the BoB model) on my list when I buy the next car (Miata convertible) in a few years. What is the current turn around time on an order?