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  1. bentusian

    My G-1 Lineup (Others Invited)

    You have every reason to be suspicious Big J. Most likely to be a recent reproduction. As far as I know no issue item has a country of origin tag in the first place. (a stamp could be added later to a surplus item for export purpose, though) Also the waist and cuff bands don't seem to be...
  2. bentusian

    Massimo Dutti: Opinions?

    From my past experience of their stuff, they may look OK on display but their materials fall way short of expectations and price tags. So I never buy them unless on sale (at least 50% off).
  3. bentusian

    My G-1 Lineup (Others Invited)

    Thanks. I too like that 'gingery' tint. As for me, mostly from Ebay but the B series was from a local vintage clothing store.
  4. bentusian

    My G-1 Lineup (Others Invited)

    And from last year, Ralph Edwards' 63 contract, MIL-J-7823'B' series: ..which is a little tight on the belly..
  5. bentusian

    My G-1 Lineup (Others Invited)

    latest score - LW Foster Sportswear's MIL-J-7823 from (I guess) the 50s: cuff bands needed some stitching.
  7. bentusian

    Original A-1

    Looks like 37J1, a navy variant as Dr H mentioned above. repro is out in the market by the Real McCoys Japan: http://www.superdenim.com/prodpage.asp?productid=3841
  8. bentusian

    A lucky found, Eastman slender A2 in size 36

    So twas you who got it from Ebay. ;) Congratluations.
  9. bentusian

    well priced selvedged jeans

    +1 on Uniqlo selvedge. I own a few selvedge jeans from several brands like LVC, PBJ, RRL, Left Field, but most of the time I end up wearing Uniqlo. Their previous run with button fly was truly cost effective.
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    New Real McCoy's store in New York

    I wonder how much aesthetic appeal military and work wears have in an universal sense (though it does to us). But I agree on Japan having long tradition of accommodating western influence as they were one of the first to turn their backs on sino-centric Asian world system and to plunge into...
  11. bentusian

    M-65 Field Jacket

    +1 on going for the vietnam-era originals As far as I know RMC and BR modify fitting of their M-65s to make it look more "stylish", for example slimmer sleeves. And they also replicate grey tinted lining, relatively rarely found among the originals.
  13. bentusian

    New Real McCoy's store in New York

    Interesting thing about RMC, Buzz and other high-end Amekaji/Military repro brands from Japan is that it's about cosplaying those who vanquished them. I'm not sure whether it's their cultural thing or commonly found in other times and places.
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    New Real McCoy's store in New York

    I think we have to see how RMC started in the first place back in late 80s and early 90s, when Japan already had a long history of admiration for American fashion and their military outfits - which became a distinctive genre in their sub-culture and coined as 'Amekaji(short for American...
  15. bentusian

    A-1 Jacket / A1 Flying Jacket - The ultimate Golden Era flying accessory!

    I know A-1s are to be made of leathers, but I'd like to share with TFL members this inexpensive and lightweight, comfortable alternative in cotton canvas: Upon receiving the jacket I removed the cheapy unit patch, supposedly that of 43rd Pursuit Squadron of the Army Air Corps. Also the...
  16. bentusian

    FS: The Few A-2 Jacket Sz 40

    sold
  17. bentusian

    FS: The Few A-2 Jacket Sz 40

    - Overall condition is good while showing some progress of break-in such as the 'accordioning' on sleeves. All knitbands remain tight and immaculate. - Made of substantial yet supple horsehide in mid-brown colour - Tag size 40, but fits more like 38 by western sizing standard -...
  19. bentusian

    A-2 real mccoy jacket

    Do let us know when you decide to sell it..
  20. bentusian

    FS: J. Crew Abingdon Messenger Bag

    no more available
  21. bentusian

    FS: Package Deal - Buzz Rickson's 2012 F/W Catalog + USN Watchcap + etc.

    A package deal consisted of the following items: 1. Buzz Rickson's 2012 F/W Catalog - band new 2. USN Watchcap (not of Buzz Rickson nor of any known brands) - brand new - black colour - proper WW2-style tag - 70% acrylic, 30% wool (lightweight material) 3. Plus some extra...
  22. bentusian

    FS: J. Crew Abingdon Messenger Bag

    Waxed canvas messenger bag from J. Crew Size: 10.5" x 16" x 5" Overall condition is good - carried under a dozen times But indigo from my denim has well-transferred to the back side, as shown in the picture. Asking 30 euros shipped to EU destinations, PP fee incl. RRP $98...
  23. bentusian

    problem with the talon zip of my eastman B3 50 cal

    that's serious. maybe you should contact ELC to get the rail or the jacket itself replaced..

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