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  1. Dumpster Diver

    New Angel in the skies movie Trashes original IRVIN JACKETS!

    So, to me This is the Equivelant of a record store throwing records into the Trash compactor. Nobody wants to see this thing happen, but yet Ive already paid my money and watched it happen now. hate to even be the guy saying this to you, the movie started off with potential. But After the...
  2. Dumpster Diver

    POW Camp A-2 Jackets converted to Baseballs and Gloves.

    I saw once on TV a guy who had a collection of baseballs and gloves made from A-2s during the war by POWs in Stalag camps, It was really interesting. Wondering if anyone here has pics or any info or seen anything like that before.
  3. Dumpster Diver

    Glasses, flyinng, sun contr. No. 27-g-4937 need repair!!! Toute suite!!!

    I have a pair of Really amazing Vintage Flying Sunglasses (not to be confused with the Newer version of these that are made in taiwan or china.) Unfortunately one of the chrome Lenses cracked and one of welds is snapped at the top of the crack, I cant find anothe pair of these and wonder if...
  4. Dumpster Diver

    Motor Oil and AV gas.

    Imagine soaring 20,000 Feet above Sea level in the pitch Black of night, past the English channel somewhere over Germany. The Cold has turned you into a block of Ice, and your Oxygen Hose freezes from the condensation of your warm breath. taking deep and heavy, hard heaving inhales in a cold...
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    H.L.B. Corp B-3 (A.K.A: Old smokey!!!)

    This was from Ebay around 2006 or 07, I payed under 200 US for it because the Back Was split from the shoulder all the way around and under the Gusset pannel, add to it that its a Size 38. Although it was done like bacon when I got it and literally saturated in nicotine it was relatively NOS...
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    SHOUT OUT to: Commodorekorns!!!

    Just want to Sincerely thank you for these Cuffs commodorekorns! they are Next level, and the fresh smell of salty dye Still lingers in them. Youve Really gone above and beyond for a sad sack like me, and that warm fuzzy feeling is electric! So, All you out there on the FL, These cuffs...
  8. Dumpster Diver

    Your suggestions for Flying tigers insignia on a repro A-2 (x-mas Gift)

    I decided to Get my younger brother some Insignia for a modern Cooper A-2 I gave him a few years ago, He really likes the Jacket and Regularily Wears it, I find the fit of the Jacket Appaulingly bad, and for some reason he is able to pull it off. your thoughts and suggestions welcome...
  9. Dumpster Diver

    Still Looking for Cuffs and Waist for G-1 Jacket.

    Just thought I would ask if any of you have a spare set of cuffs and-or-waist for a G-1 Jacket, I dont care if they are Pretty ratty or full of holes and moths have eaten them up a little, Just as long as they are real-deal Oldschool. My G-1 is not in great shape, but been my Lucky Jacket...
  10. Dumpster Diver

    Heres one for the Museum!

    This; http://www.ebay.com/itm/WW2-IDD-GROUPING-US-ARMY-8TH-AIRFORCE-P-51-FLIGHT-JACKET-W-PAINTING-PHOTOS-/251386113927?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3a87c7af87 wonder if you CAN put a price on this Jacket! I wish I could buy it..
  11. Dumpster Diver

    Heads up! Newly Listed Aero *Mixed Batch* B-3 down on the bay.

    This Jacket caught my eye Just now, and thought I would pass this info along to you fellas. Low Starting bid of $250, wondering if any of you are gonna bite on this, cuz I Just bid...wanna know if Im doomed to fail or not. Its definetly what appears to be an Aero Mixed batch, I have basically...
  13. Dumpster Diver

    Gave my new Avirex B-3 a classic paint Job tonight.

    Ok, so the Jacket isnt Technically *new*, Its from 1986 and Given its age its like new considering. (the Avirex, not the Coastal Command Yellow Hood) Theres a Decent Army Surplus in Kingston (SAS surplus on Princess) it didnt Catch my Eye until I took a second look and tried it on, realized...
  14. Dumpster Diver

    War wounds--Battle Damage and wear and tear on Historical Leather.

    Wondering about your opinions and viewpoint on Vintage Sheepskin bomber Jackets mainly, for instance; The Jacket Im working on right now has been Stored in moth balls for ages and Highly reeks of that sickly Chemical Aroma. Been Airing it out often as I can without leaving it outside days on...
  15. Dumpster Diver

    Mixed Batch Jackets.

    Just wanting to hear from some of the experts here regarding Mixed batch Flight Jackets, specifically the B-3s, but wondering if theres any other flight jacket oddities you know of out there, and what is in their individual collectors appeal to some of you. ( would love to see a Pie-chart of...
  16. Dumpster Diver

    Wear and Tear; Lets see your most Battle worn Bomber Jackets Fellas! :D

    I love the scruffy Tattered and Ragged Look of a beat up old WW2 sheepskin! Sapped in Stale Engine oil, Smelling of a lifetime of history. Like Forrest Gump, you can tell a lot by looking at the wear of an old Bomber Jacket. Who wore it, Where its been. Worn back panels and small...
  17. Dumpster Diver

    Searching for Waist and Cuffs for Star Sportswear G-1, New or Used.

    Im Just wondering if anyone could suggest where to Look for Cuffs and a waistband. this is a common problem I come Across hunting old G-1s, Seems the military Cut a lot of the Cuffs off when the Jackets were Taken out of Circulation, and put into Surplus lots. (not sure why this was a practice)...
  19. Dumpster Diver

    Recent WW2 B-3 (Aero Leather Clo.) sold this week on Ebay.

    Anyone know who won this B-3, It was locacted in Toronto. It ended Wednesday night around 8PM. Thought I would bid because I could have done a local pick up. it was at about $150, still with 12 hours to go, It went up to 790! It was in well worn Condition too! I am thinking it sold...
  20. Dumpster Diver

    The C-3 Style Vest

    Im interested in Just making one of these for fun (its gonna be a long winter) Do you know where I could get the pattern, because that would probly be a lot better than Just using an original for the template. It would be one way around The high price of the Eastman one. is there a...
  21. Dumpster Diver

    Why you love Bomber Jackets. (its bomber jacket season again!)

    What was your first real Bomber jacket like, I love stories about how people come across one. how they got the interest to wear and collect them. the legend remains, Obviously Faithful reproductions speak for how much people Still Demand them and love them the way they ARE. how about some...
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