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  1. Brettafett

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    Just received my 'new' AVI LTHR back from having the knit replaced. Looks much better with the mid brown knit than the dark seal. Knit from MASH Japan and replaced by Byson here in the UK. Super comfy A-2... (Apologies for the toilet bowl - my elevator ride is too short for pics).
  2. Brettafett

    Best A-2 goatskin I've seen so far anywhere.

    Great thread... So funny. I did own a SMW A-2 a while back, seal goat etc. It was well-made and nice enough for a generic take on the classic A-2. But for that price! Hell, you have so many better, more authentic options. Sorry SMW.
  3. Brettafett

    What Jacket Are You Wearing Today?

    AVI LTHR 55J14 G-1
  4. Brettafett

    Rayban Caravan Aviators Sunglasses with G-15 lenses New F/S

    Bought these new, worn only a few times. They are in mint condition, sold with original box, case and cloth... Model code: RB3136 001 55-15 Originally launched in 1957, Ray-Ban Caravan sunglasses are a streamlined, geometric model and an alternative to the classic Aviator Sunglasses. Frame...
  5. Brettafett

    B-15B Flight Jacket.. Repro..??

    Bob Dong and Bronson make crackers! These are copied of Buzz Rickson jackets (I'm to be corrected)... Very good quality, same sizing. I had both a Bob Dong and Bronson B-10 and they were very good. Nothing comes close to Eastman for B-10 and B-15s though.
  7. Brettafett

    G-1 Jacket Purchase

    If you open to M422as, then consider https://www.headwindmfg.com/jackets.html Excellent jackets also.
  8. Brettafett

    G-1 Jacket Purchase

    I've owned a few G-1s/ M422as from almost everyone, incl originals. I'll say this... ELC's G-1 is nice enough, but is it worth that price tag? Personally don't think so. Get one at a really good price, in really good condition... maybe. Cockpit's 100 mission G-1 is a great jacket! The knits are...
  9. Brettafett

    What are your sunglasses of choice?

    I wear AO Aviators. I also have a pair of immaculate Rayban Caravans, almost the same as AOs (Selling these if anyones interested).
  10. Brettafett

    Eastman 'Warhorse' vs Aero 'Vicenza'

    Second most of what's been said above.. All these are superb leathers for an A-2. My ELC Warhorse jackets did vary a bit. I guess this is as you say, dependant on the batch of leather used. All have worn is very quickly though. Great drape. None of them felt stiff or thin. The Vicenza samples I...
  11. Brettafett

    FS: Good Wear Werber 33-1729 A-2 in size 44

    Theres a used GW ACME size 46 on Ebay at the mo.
  13. Brettafett

    My new Eastman House A2, Seal Brown Warhorse

    Very nice, looks superb. Keep for sure. Rob has always been fantastic, always gets back to you, always patiently answers questions and handles requests... Have to say, of all the top-tiers... ELC always wins on customer service.
  14. Brettafett

    (Travel) Where to visit in England?

    London-based, avid weekend explorer... Second much of the above. Assuming first time visit? In London itself, doing a hop-on, hop-off bus tour one day is a good idea. Great to see a lot in a short space of time and get orientated. Can then get off and explore and then get back on etc. You need...
  15. Brettafett

    Small Questions:

    Repeating much of the above. For me, if I am not happy with the fit, I will inevitably let it go, as many here will attest ;) I have also become very pedantic on my fit requirements. Life's too short to not enjoy what you wear, or suffer nagging doubts about sleeve length every time to wear a...
  16. Brettafett

    Jacket restorer in Europe?

    Byson, yes. You could also try Donna Howard <donna.howard22@yahoo.co.uk> She used to be with Cirrus, who made flight jackets. Lots of experience. She did a good job replacing the knitwear on my G-1.
  17. Brettafett

    BK Dubow 27798 pics

    Up for sale to a good home. Unworn, except for fit and fit-pics. £600 plus postage. Lots too much sleep over this. I absolutely need a bit more length in the sleeves...
  19. Brettafett

    BK Dubow 27798 pics

    Thanks guys!
  20. Brettafett

    BK Dubow 27798 42 long - Testing he waters

    See pics and review in OUTERWEAR
  21. Brettafett

    BK Dubow 27798 pics

    Nick, its defo seal. I'd call it a quintessential WW2 chocolatey mid-brown. I absolutely love it. Its like so many originals I've seen. No red/ orange hues. It's brown. Its slightly lighter than Platon's seal, and also has a bit more grain. Platon's has a bit more hue variation, which is quite...
  22. Brettafett

    BK Dubow 27798 pics

    Yup, measured very carefully. Its the pattern. The front panel is slightly wider/ larger than the back panel with Dubows. So, you may find the front shoulder to shoulder is wider than the back, slightly. horrible to measure... There is a bit of pull when lifting arms, but not uncomfortably so.
  23. Brettafett

    BK Dubow 27798 pics

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