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  1. thedebonair

    Jacket repair Europe

    I did find someone, but I'm afraid the type of needle they use (from the pictures I've seen from handbags) would punch big holes in the jacket, something I want to avoid at all costs. If that gentleman in Sweden can do a great job, I'm sending it to him to avoid being unhappy with the repair...
  2. thedebonair

    Jacket repair Europe

    Yes, there are some here but as the windflap and the triangle reinforcement probably need to be temporarily removed I’d like an absolute expert, not just someone who does leather jackets as an ‘extra’ (as they won’t have the right threads/sewing machines) I will definitely take a look at that...
  3. thedebonair

    Jacket repair Europe

    Hi all, My ANJ-4 desperately needs a zip replacement, but sending it back to Eastman is currently not an option as I live in Belgium. Does anyone have tips on a great repairer based in the EU?
  4. thedebonair

    Advice on new A-2

    The military rabbit hole is the best one, and certainly one you can't get out of lol
  5. thedebonair

    Advice on new A-2

    True, however the reason I'm going with Goodwear (and its slightly custom nature) is that it might be a better adjustment to my not so standard proportions (big hips, so waist knit is always a problem such as in my G-1).
  7. thedebonair

    Advice on new A-2

    Hi guys, I've decided on going with Goodwear as their wait-times are currently about a year. I've sent John an email to be sure and to pick a pattern, but I'd like to go all out if I'm going to spend that amount of money on a jacket. The wait might be long, but at least I'll be completely...
  8. thedebonair

    Advice on new A-2

    I might just visit Eastman's showroom in the summer and wear the jacket on the way back as my ANJ-4 also needs a zip replacement. Hopefully customs lets me slide
  9. thedebonair

    Advice on new A-2

    Yeah, I saw that as well, weird that it's a 46 as it's almost a 40 chest-wise
  10. thedebonair

    Advice on new A-2

    Lovely jacket, but it's a 46 which would make it a bit too big for me. Also, all leather I currently have is seal/dark seal so some variation is desperately needed haha
  11. thedebonair

    Advice on new A-2

    Aero is a great company, but I personally don't really like the look of some of their A-2's. Just my opinion though. Eastman's A-2's just seem 'better' to my, admittedly untrained, eyes.
  13. thedebonair

    Advice on new A-2

    I really like Eastman, that's why my first choice would be them (I already own their G-1 and an old Fenland ANJ-4, both in a regular 42). However, because of Brexit I'd effectively pay around 1550 euros for an original maker jacket, which would be 600 euros more than a BK. As much as I like...
  14. thedebonair

    Advice on new A-2

    Wow okay, a lot to unpack here, thanks for answering extensively! I indeed do not want to take a risk with VAT, I'd like it to be perfect from the start (then again, doesn't everyone haha). I'll happily pay a little more for great stitching/accuracy so maybe Eastman/BK might be better after all...
  15. thedebonair

    Advice on new A-2

    I do like a trim fit, but not that much that I can't properly move my arms. I intend to wear it open for most of the time, so a Werber would also work. The HLB contract looks amazing as well, and has the added length. Problem for me is that I live in Europe and can't get a wide variety of ELC...
  16. thedebonair

    Advice on new A-2

    Very true, but slightly out of my pricerange
  17. thedebonair

    Advice on new A-2

    That could work! I’m a 41 inch chest (even though my shoulders are about 20 inches) so that’s why I’d like to stay with a 42… a 44 might be too baggy?
  19. thedebonair

    Advice on new A-2

    I would go for a GW even if I had to wait half a year up to a year, but I heard waiting times of 3-4 years and that’s not something I’m willing to do
  20. thedebonair

    Advice on new A-2

    That's great, I'll ask him what patterns he also does. Is quality on par with GW/ELC?
  21. thedebonair

    Advice on new A-2

    I fear for it being too small as well, I think I'll need a Long in every ELC jacket besides the HLB, which would render it unreturnable. The Cable from Norshor looks great, I'm just not that big a fan of that specific contract (collar).
  22. thedebonair

    Advice on new A-2

    Hello all This summer I'll be buying (or placing the order) of an A-2, it'll be my first. I already own an Easman G-1 which I absolutely love. I'm currently doubting between Eastman and Goodwear (BK might be possible too, but I heard mixed things about them). I know Goodwear is highly regarded...
  23. thedebonair

    Thoughts on Eastman SFAD

    I already feared the suede would be fragile. I hoped to remedy that with a good quality waterproofing spray that doesn’t damage the leather, but those sleeve facings do worry me

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