Steve S M-422a Build Thread

[Deacon211]

After seeing Steve S's great ANJ and M-422a, I decided to jump on the bandwagon and get an M-422a myself. I'd been hankering for a nice 422a to join my original W+G and my Eastman G-1.

Steve has been incredibly helpful throughout the process so far. He was great in answering emails and providing pictures of the process as it goes along.

I thought, out of general interest and to help out those who might be considering an ANJ or 422a, that I'd share Steve's progress pictures.

A comparison of Steve's French goatskin (dyed seal brown) next to an original HL Block:

Collar and back:

Pockets and flaps (attached to an original)

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[Treetopflyer]

Love it! Can't wait to see the finished product.

 

[Bunyip]

Great stuff! They look good next to the original.

 

[Dumpster Diver]

HOT DAMN!

 

[Deacon211]

A few more from this morning,

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[Cocker]

Another great looking jacket on the way! Steve seems to be the new "go-to" guy for USN leather jackets. I really appreciate how he keeps his clients updated with the built of their jacket, this is a very nice example of communication.

 

[AdeeC]

Very impressive. Steve does not miss a detail and has great passion for his work whether cars, bikes or jackets.

 

[Technonut]

Looking good! Coming right along nicely. The French goat Steve sourced looks great in in these vintage military flight jackets. I look forward to seeing yours come to life.

 

[nick123]

Those pocket flaps....so nice

 

[bn1966]

Keep em coming

 

[Deacon211]

Holy cow...this thing is starting to look like a jacket!!!

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[Stand By]

SWEET! Man, I love it.

 

[ButteMT61]

Eh, it's OK. S0 if you find yourself with a so-so 48, let me know
Seriously, awesome looking jacket (so far).

 

[Superfluous]

Looks great! That hide is stellar.

 

[tropicalbob]

For the lucky buyer, this must be kind of like seeing sonograms of your kid.

 

[Deacon211]

For the lucky buyer, this must be kind of like seeing sonograms of your kid.

Ha! Too true!


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[RapidReaper]

You sir are an artist. What a pleasure to watch your progress.

 

[thor]

My oh my. That is one GOOD looking jacket! Love that mouton!!! Look forward to progress pics as they become available. Enjoy the creative process my friend!

 

[bn1966]

Great...I dig that yellow stencilling too

 

[Deacon211]

Missed these in the process...

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