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  1. bn1966

    Five Star Leather Jackets

    No issues at all with the three jackets I’ve purchased inc goat.
  2. bn1966

    Can a older men wear a motor( double rider) jacket As a fashion jacket?

    I have recently discovered ‘denim doctors’ who specialise in jeans repairs. My banged out Pike jeans still look banged out but since surgery have no major holes or rips. The same process has been applied to my duck canvas chinos..same result. Will post up pics some time..very clever repairs that...
  3. bn1966

    New Aero B6 too Tight!

    If you are not happy I’d consider moving it on, I wouldn’t try and stretch it. Had this a couple of times recently myself where it’s unlikely to work out and experience has taught me to recoup what I can on them, re-evaluate, move on and have another go at getting it right. This approach has...
  4. bn1966

    Vintage MA-1 jacket: genuine Alpha Industries or fake?

    Not Alpha and not service issue would be my thinking & best guess would be a ‘knock off’.
  5. bn1966

    Do You Stick to One Decade?

    Mix mine up from the 1930’s onwards..I’m not a re-enactor
  7. bn1966

    Five Star Leather Jackets

    Been looking for one of these N-3B’s I’ll be interested in the price..looks good.
  8. bn1966

    Five Star Leather Jackets

    I see Shawn has now ventured into the world of nylon with both an MA-1 and N-3B..interesting……
  9. bn1966

    Dentist Woes!

    Bit the bullet and went for implant surgery a week ago on a front incisor. Tooth was broken in an accident as a child and had dodgy crowns since until it was eventually pulled and replaced with a partial denture. Anyway, got fed up buying denture paste & sticking the damn thing in every morning...
  10. bn1966

    How many new jackets do you have coming (and how many potential ones)?

    Looks really good on you. My 46 was always picking up compliments but was restrictive & felt like a straitjacket zipped up, the size up to a 48 certainly worked with the Monarch which allows for a light sweater underneath. That seal hide on your RW is stunning.
  11. bn1966

    How many new jackets do you have coming (and how many potential ones)?

    What was the issue? I’m a 46” chest with ‘swimmers shoulders’. Years ago I purchased the RW in a size 46 and after years of ownership eventually admitted it was too snug and moved it on. Replaced it with a russett Monarch contract in a 48 that actually fits well. Liking the seal brown of the...
  13. bn1966

    Has anybody seen ____ around Lately?

    It’s a hobby so unless you are beggaring your Family I wouldn’t feel guilty. Sized down my collection to those that fit well and do get worn at some point. Shifted the wardrobe queens and nearly rans. All seasons are covered but the madness continues with new arrivals & those on the drawing...
  14. bn1966

    Five Star Leather Jackets

    Faithful reproduction in leather of my type 3, cheap enough to send it to Shawn. Numbers all nailed…
  15. bn1966

    Five Star Leather Jackets

    Sent my denim & had it recreated in leather
  16. bn1966

    London Outerwear meetup 8th of December - Epilogue

    There is no ‘Pop Up’ this year so all the more reason to visit ELC in Devon. Lots of great English Pubs around for sustenance & recovery from orders placed at Eastmans.
  17. bn1966

    London Outerwear meetup 8th of December - Epilogue

    Went to Eastman Leathers a week ago, fantastic showroom with row on row of jacket porn. Gary’s A-2 collection encased in glass and taking up a wall. Nice coffee and biscuits, tried on the new fly weight Irvin..lovely! Placed an A-2 RW order. Well worth making an appointment and visiting, great...
  19. bn1966

    How many new jackets do you have coming (and how many potential ones)?

    Incoming
  20. bn1966

    Buying a B3!

    Had a try on of B-3’s at Eastmans and found the 50 cal gave a nice range of movement & didn’t feel stiff on.
  21. bn1966

    Buying a B3!

    Went to Eastmans yesterday and tried on their new light weight Irvin type flight jacket..marvellous..not going there though as my D-1 does the same job. Looking for an N-3B for standing still in our coldest weather.
  22. bn1966

    London Outerwear meetup 8th of December - Epilogue

    Very hectic up Shoreditch way though fun. I’ve never been to Lewis Leathers or Rivet & Hide so those are of interest. The dog sayes that she’s going again if I am..
  23. bn1966

    London Outerwear meetup 8th of December - Epilogue

    Travelodge and Premier Inn are OK budget hotels with Premier being the better of the two. I’m already up the Smoke (London) 15th to 17th of April for a visit. Once date agreed will attend if I can. Enjoyed the last one
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