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    most accurate/best usmc p-44 hbt “monkey pants” reproduction.

    ive wanted a pair of monkey pants for a while now, the only problem is that they go for like $800+. i was wondering what the best most accurate reproduction is around say $150-250. i know that the real mccoys is usually the gold standard for repros but their pair is like $450.
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    Anyone know where to source N-1 Deck jacket liner fabric?

    Im looking to make a jacket and im a big fan of the alpaca lining used on N-1 deck jackets and a handful of other garments from wwii. I was wondering if anyone could point me towards a source of this fabric, it would be much appreciated. i have some small scraps of the fabric from a pair of...
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    what kind of fabric is an original deck jacket lined with?

    since they’re so wide its not actually that bad theres a lot of air flow believe it or not
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    what kind of fabric is an original deck jacket lined with?

    i know its alpaca of some sort. im looking for a name because id like to use a similar fabric in an upcoming project of mine. i have some reference photos in case that helps. i have a pair of a-11 flight pants my cat spilled ink on so i cut them into shorts and this allows me to show the front...
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    the diferences between models of MA-1

    what are the differences between all these models? mil-j-8279 mil-j-8279a mil-j-8279b mil-j-8279c mil-j-8279d mil-j-8279e mil-j-8279f mil-j-8279g mil-j-8279g-amendment-1 i dont know how these fit in the timeline but i know they exist mil-j-82790j mil-j-82798
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    Is this a legit 1950s first model MA-1 (mil-j-8278) or a more modern reproduction?

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    best leather pants under $300 used

    dry clean them once or twice a year
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    best leather pants under $300 used

    Hi, im looking for a pair of one piece (no seam at the knee) leather pants for under $300 used, right now im looking at aero but im curious if theres other/better options.
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    weird/uncommon leather jacket styles?

    absolutely amazing work. i love the paneling
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    weird/uncommon leather jacket styles?

    im a very eclectic dresser and want something with a uniqueness to it. everyone knows double riders, cafes, the few varieties of bomber, ect. but im looking for something weird (with the caviat that it must be of a high quality)
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    any good makers of bullhide leather jackets?

    im looking for a very heavy leather jacket. from my understanding bullhide would be the best for this, however all the few bullhide jackets i see are very cheap and dont look to be high quality. i would also be ok with a very heavy steer cow or horse but bull is preferred. my budget is $1.3k but...
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    picked up an eastman D pocket a few months back for 300 shipped. anybody got any info on it? also, how did i do?

    no i like the teacore im disappointed in how heavy and plasticy of a pigmet layer their is
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    picked up an eastman D pocket a few months back for 300 shipped. anybody got any info on it? also, how did i do?

    ok so i picked up this eastman d pocket a while back for $300 and was wondering what you guys thought about it and if anyone knows when its from. this is my first “”””serious”””” leather jacket (i know $300 is chump change) eastman is a good brand from what i’ve heard but im kinda disappointed...
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    kinda new to leather jackets, what is the highest quality veg tan fqhh on the market in your opinion

    as i said in the title, ive been seriously into quality made leather jackets for about a year or two now. i have very limited experience with fqhh as i only own one truly nice leather jacket and its steerhide. i do hobbiest leather work so i know what good leather feels like, and ive worked with...

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