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How To Paint On A Leather Jacket 101, Part 4: The theory #2
Surprisingly I found the book "Classy Chassy" he signed for me.- a2jacketpatches
- Post #21
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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How To Paint On A Leather Jacket 101, Part 4: The theory #2
Although a little harder to find, lead white is still available in artist oils. Also, it can be found at estate sales etc. if you look around. I've got a 5 gallon bucket full of the stuff over the past 20 years or so most recently picking up a batch last summer. A squeeze of the tube will let...- a2jacketpatches
- Post #20
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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Handed down a leather jacket?
Not yet but looking around. I've been buying smaller sizes of nylon flight jackets and cloth field jackets that'll fit my boy at different times as he grows and a small original A2 and G1 is on my list. He's already got several military caps jungle hats in peewee sizes that he uses at age 4, and...- a2jacketpatches
- Post #2
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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distressing leather jacket
Agreed, and if you do, use extremely fine like autobody 400 grit with water, that'll give you the burnished look. Would like to see a snapshot of what you've done so far, might have some suggestions.- a2jacketpatches
- Post #11
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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Regretting to put patches on my new Aero A-2......
Gotcha Nick, I saw your post. Here's a couple more examples, notice how the area was crinkled up a bit, the process tends to flatten out the grain a bit and the area needs some flexing to bring it back -- a2jacketpatches
- Post #67
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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How To Paint On A Leather Jacket, Part 3: The Theory #1
The models were done way back before the age of digital cameras so I have nothing to show for that, but my Dad being a master modeller his whole life had me winning 1st place trophies at Baycon Shows at age 12. Used to buy my own school clothes with the money made from the Cockpit Shop in NYC...- a2jacketpatches
- Post #12
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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Regretting to put patches on my new Aero A-2......
Must be missing something, the consequences of having to put my blinders on in order to remain on topic and focused these days, but I assure everyone that there is no trickery here. Just the result of thinking outside the box and the persistent effort of trial and error. It's not flawless but...- a2jacketpatches
- Post #65
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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Regretting to put patches on my new Aero A-2......
Yes, the lighting. I use reveal bulbs these day but still happens at times especially when zooming in or out.- a2jacketpatches
- Post #59
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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Show us your Guns!
This was my baby a few years back, miss it like crazy and actually still have bad dreams about selling it. Tight as a drum unlike most Lugers you'll find. Absolute mint condition except for a finger print on the barrel.- a2jacketpatches
- Post #5,416
- Forum: The Display Case
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Regretting to put patches on my new Aero A-2......
Thanks kindly- a2jacketpatches
- Post #55
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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Cleaning spots, stains and soiling from felt hats
I frequently come across mystery stained military clothing in my hunt for military stuff in general. I use an airbrush cleaner by Media. it is intended for soaking an airbrush for about 24 hours before cleaning, breaks down acrylic paint into a jelly like substance that is easily cleaned. This...- a2jacketpatches
- Post #79
- Forum: Hats
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Experience of service in the Armed Forces
A short time in the USAF Strategic Air Command just after HS before it was disbanded in 1992. It took me out of the little New England town I grew up in and introduced me to the world. Turned me from a kid into a young man. Really taught me to respect those who deserve it and stand up to those...- a2jacketpatches
- Post #21
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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Regretting to put patches on my new Aero A-2......
There's that TV thing for repairing leather but it doesn't work quite the way they say it does. And the caulking alone isn't strong enough but does have certain qualities that I wanted in the mixture. I came up with the technique using experience with many different art products and skills. From...- a2jacketpatches
- Post #52
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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RIP VLJ??
Don't think so, the whole idea behind it is the ability to block the ISP address as JL stated. But he also stated that the whole thing is outdated. I also note that the Email I'm registered with must be over 5 years and 5 new ISP addresses old. I, haven't so much as been warned for bad behavior...- a2jacketpatches
- Post #50
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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Regretting to put patches on my new Aero A-2......
I can take care of that for you in the near future, just PM me if you ever decide to. I'll be purchasing a machine that reaches right up sleeves to apply patches.- a2jacketpatches
- Post #50
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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RIP VLJ??
That's good to know, but I was under the impression that all internet providers also provide an email with the service. At least I have in the past couple of years, AT&T, Century link, Comcast, and one called Roadrunner I think. I bounce from one to the next all the time depending on better...- a2jacketpatches
- Post #48
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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A new chapter in my life
A man after my own heart, I've been at it for about six years and love staying at home with my boy. He started pre-school this year so I'll be able to work a little more soon once he's in Kindergarten. But I have truly enjoyed being home for him in his early years. There's nothing like working...- a2jacketpatches
- Post #65
- Forum: Hats
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RIP VLJ??
Nicely said, and as others have stated, you don't realize how good it is until it's gone. A great place for reproduction vendors as you can plug your stuff endlessly, and very specific to miltary jackets and related gear. Lots of friends there over the years and it is a privilege for me to be a...- a2jacketpatches
- Post #42
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
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Regretting to put patches on my new Aero A-2......
Well that was about six years ago maybe more and I haven't heard back. Did a few others and I actually give it some serious stress test afterwards to make sure it's a solid fix and also to ad some grain (this helps a little disguising whatever imperfections do remain) It is a mix of that Seen on...- a2jacketpatches
- Post #49
- Forum: Outerwear and Workwear
