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  1. kinabalu222

    Classic Casual Jackets every man should own . . .

    I have #1, 3, and 4...not bad!
  2. kinabalu222

    Buzz L-2A with painted Korean War Chit.

    Wow, look at how blue the jackets were in the period photo, I wonder if they were ever that vibrant of a blue or if its just the photo.
  3. kinabalu222

    My ELC B-10

    I like how the Airforce stencil faded with the dry cleaning...makes it look like a battle worn original. HPA literature says it will completely go away with each dry cleaning and will need to be re-applied, glad to see it actually just fades. I recently bought a Buzz Ricksons N3 parka that has...
  4. kinabalu222

    'Orphan' A-2 jackets

    Sorry to mix up the names of the service, at least I didn't have "Royal" in there right? Actually I work for an executive jet manufacturer (the aircraft parked next to your hangar down the street at HKBAC), I'm originally from Malaysian Borneo but immigrated to the States in 83 when I was 17...
  5. kinabalu222

    'Orphan' A-2 jackets

    Small world indeed, next time you are in town, you, auxair and I should get together LOL...
  7. kinabalu222

    'Orphan' A-2 jackets

    Wow, that's too funny! I take it you are with the HK auxiliary Air Service? I am in aviation as well.
  8. kinabalu222

    'Orphan' A-2 jackets

    Ah yes...I've been wanting to share the story of my first repro. I recently finally took the plunge and got my ELC A2 Pearl Harbor and as much as I love that jacket, I will always have a soft spot for my first; an Avirex A2 I bought at the Cockpit store in Beverly Hills California back in 1985...
  9. kinabalu222

    ELC Time worn vs. 50. cal vs. Pearl Harbour: Whats the diff?

    Thanks Andrew, I remember reading that thread when I was in my research phase. Yes, I am aware the red or rust knits are accurate, I've seen real jackets in museums that were that exact color, but I personally prefer them to match the leather, or at least in the same color/tonal range. I think...
  10. kinabalu222

    My HPA ELC A2 Pearl Harbor is finally here!

  11. kinabalu222

    ELC Time worn vs. 50. cal vs. Pearl Harbour: Whats the diff?

    Actually I just re-read the originating thread and noticed he also mentioned the time-worn version in addition to the PH and .50CAL...duh! I must admit I did not look into this version and apologize for totally ignoring this part of the question! Will have to do more research now!
  13. kinabalu222

    ELC Time worn vs. 50. cal vs. Pearl Harbour: Whats the diff?

    I've done some researching on their website since I was having to decide between these two very products. Actually they are completely different. The Pearl Harbor is more broken in and scuffed, the leather is actually "broken" while the .50CAL is more subtle and its effect more generalized...
  14. kinabalu222

    My HPA ELC A2 Pearl Harbor is finally here!

    Well, after 10 very long weeks, it finally arrived. It took especially long for me because I received and returned a sizing jacket first, then they ordered it from England where it had to be made, then received it and had to forward it to me here in Hong Kong so it's been an epic process...
  15. kinabalu222

    New ELC "Time Worn" A2s

    Agreed, I wish I could see the product and try it on before purchasing. I think this applies to all clothing, shoes, belts etc for sizing and fit but in the case of leather jackets, the look and feel. Although by HPA's sending the sizing jacket to me, I did find out I did not like the all new...
  16. kinabalu222

    New ELC "Time Worn" A2s

    Yes, sorry to go off topic, but still it highlights my point about the look of weathering versus brand new so maybe its OK.:D Yes you are correct, the armored vehicles are 1/35 while the helos are 1/18.
  17. kinabalu222

    New ELC "Time Worn" A2s

    Here is my helicopter collection. These are mostly pre-built models that you assemble but I weathered the paint and equipment and also added painted details.
  19. kinabalu222

    New ELC "Time Worn" A2s

    All my WWII aircraft models were put into storage when I relocated to Hong Kong but I have some pics of the contemporary armored vehicles I've built. Enjoy.
  20. kinabalu222

    New ELC "Time Worn" A2s

    Hehe...how about perfectly masked and painted D-day stripes in high-gloss! Almost all of these stripes were hand-brushed on for DD and had jagged edges.
  21. kinabalu222

    New ELC "Time Worn" A2s

    Thanks Ethan for the link, I think I am going to LOVE this jacket! The HPA website pictures are very poor and I was nervous about the amount of weathering but your pics show that it has just the right amount for me. It also looks buttery soft and very comfy unlike the all-new sizing jacket...
  22. kinabalu222

    New ELC "Time Worn" A2s

    My recent decision Hello, Newbie here. I just ordered a Pearl Harbor American Walnut A2 from History Preservation Associates, which is more weathered than the .50 CAL. I've been wanting a Eastman A2 Jacket for over 15 years believe it or not and when I finally decided to do it this year, I...

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