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  1. Fiver64

    Heavy duty AVIREX ANJ-4 sheepskin jacket

    Original make AVIREX (probably late 80’s or early 90’s production with very sturdy construction, arm reinforcements, correct pattern, thick curly natural sheepskin, and overall nice shape. Color is BLACK, and does show normal wear to seams and high spots,, but no actual damage. Another...
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    Magnificent THE FEW Rough Wear A-2 in size 48 (46 fit)

    Hello All! This is a catch and release that almost makes me cry. A superb A-2 from THE FEW in a hard-to-find larger size. Made in New Zealand out of veg-tanned hand-coated aniline horsehide with fabulous grain. The sad reality is that it’s just to tight in the shoulders for me. Although it’s...
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    SEAL MFG. Horsehide A-2 jacket info

    Anybody have any info on this maker? There's a decent looking HH A-2 on Ebay right now but I can't find any info on the maker. Does have some interesting features. Thoughts? https://www.ebay.com/itm/A2-Repro-Horsehide-Jacket-Like-Aero-44-XL/143660092411?hash=item2172cf0bfb:g:3F8AAOSwk1VfEtyt
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    Eastman B-3 "Redskin" treatment advice requested

    Hello All, I just took delivery of a nearly-new ELC Rough Wear "Redskin" (off Ebay for $700), and while I love the quality of the jacket, I was juggling the idea of exploring options on contrasting the colors between the brown HH panels and the russet sheepskin, giving it a little more of a...
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    Help in identifying Repro B6 on Ebay

    Hello everyone. Hoping to get opinion on "Aero" B6 on Ebay. Is it an old Aero pattern or a knock-off of the original label maker? The back is clearly wrong (4 panel vs. correct 3 panel) but the rest doesn't look to bad. Nice natural curly fleece, horsehide seam strips, etc. Any ideas who...
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    BLACK HILLSIDE BELTLESS BIKER JACKET - 48 LONG

    Here's the link for the Ebay listing: https://www.ebay.com/itm/173597647699 This is a beast of a traditional biker jacket! 8.5 pounds and in excellent condition. Top quality USA construction with heavy brass hardware. I really don't think it's has been ride worn, as it shows no sign of...
  8. Fiver64

    FS: Gibson and Barnes Commercial A-2 with artwork 42T

    Hello folks. Up for sale is a gently used Gibson and Barnes goatskin Commercial cut A-2 flight jacket in 42 TALL. I picked it up as a project a few years ago when someone removed a blood-chit patch from the back. The jacket is well made and I got it cheaply enough, so I created a custom patch...
  9. Fiver64

    FS: Horsehide Minnesota Adventurer 3/4 halfbelt Jacket 42-44

    Created by FL's own Mark Fisher, this jacket is intended for daily wear and hard use. Unfortunately, I grew and it doesn't fit anymore. Mark built this for me about 5 years ago and it has maybe been worn a dozen times since. It's a mid-weight HORSEHIDE, dark cordovan color and is not even...
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    FS- AERO FQHH pre-distressed/antiqued horsehide HIGHWAYMAN - 46

    Hate to part with it, but other toys need to be bought. Excellent condition and heavier than heck, this is a true size 46 with the green/black checked wool plaid lining. Jacket is nicely broken in, and although it looks like a well-worn veteran, it's actually only a few years old. The...
  11. Fiver64

    FOR SALE: US WINGS INDY JACKET - XL

    SOLD - PAYMENT PENDING Hello all! Closet cleaning time to make room for other jackets! Here is a pre-distressed steerhide in an XL. Jacket is well-broken-in but has no damage or funky smells. I'm the second owner so it does have a crossed-out name on the inside of the collar. This...
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    Very cool candid flight jacket pics, with a bit of history thrown in!

    Hello all! I just wanted to share something that was forwarded to me. This link will take you to a photo album, with a bunch of photos (mostly candid) of a fighter unit (the 78th) based on Iwo Jima. Apart from the obvious importance of the photos in general, there are many neat images of a...
  14. Fiver64

    REPRO flight jackets a little too good?

    Gents (and Ladies), With all the text flying around on FL and other forums regarding the persistent disection of details on high-end A-2s and G-1s, etc (GOOD WEAR, EASTMAN, R-McCOYS, AERO, etc), I wondered if some of the details made new jackets almost "too perfect." I read reviews about...
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    English defintion please of "mottled" please!

    I recently picked up an Aero Highwayman in black FQHH. According to the seller (Aero ....from their used page) it is listed as "mottled." I love the jacket.... it is beautifully broken in and actually looks wonderfully beat on the outside. Inside is spotless clean and given the Aero brand...
  16. Fiver64

    Looking for quality leather field jacket

    Hoping to get some input from those who know! Im trying to find a quality leather field jacket in goat or mid-weight HH, or even good steerhide, but all I'm finding in the 4-pocket style is pure crap! Best I can find are COOPER M-65 or THE DENIRO JACKET from Magnoli, but I can't tell the...
  17. Fiver64

    EXCELLENT 40s-50s Vintage Half belt Horsehide Jacket

    Please follow this link to view a truly exceptional horsehide vintage half-belt jacket in size 42-44. The leather and lining are rare in quality of condition and the patina of the leather is spectacular! NO ABUSE OR DRY ROT! The sides originally had the nasty elastic accordian cinches. I had...
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    REGARDING WW2 GARMENTS.......

    Please excuse the following speach, but in an effort to help fellow FL'ers in having positive buying experiences, I just have to comment on the hype surrounding WW2 (especially German) garments being offered and sought online. Although no self-proclaimed expert, in the 80 and 90's I handled...
  20. Fiver64

    SOLD! MAGNOLI CLOTHIERS "OPEN ROAD" JACKET - 44L

    SOLD: New, never worn (except tried on) with hanging import tag, a spectacular "OPEN ROAD" lightweight antique-goatskin leather jacket in roomy size 44 LONG by MAGNOLI CLOTHIERS! Lining is gray cotton/rayon blend, with 3 inner pockets. Back has classic half-belt with side adjusting straps...
  21. Fiver64

    Trainee-Made Aero jackets

    Hello All! I've noticed that Aero has been listing "trainee-made" jackets on thier site from time-to-time. My question to the other loungemembers is, has anyone any experience(s) in regards to what one might expect in the "minor flaws" that they mention? I'd love to hear about good and bad...
  22. Fiver64

    WANTED: pre-owned G-8 leather jacket

    Hello all, Looking for a decent used G-8 flight jacket (yes, I know they were never used) from either US AUTHENTIC, BANANA REPUBLIC or AVIREX in size 46 or 48. Thanks!
  23. Fiver64

    jacket linings and carrying experiences

    Hello all, New to the FL and enjoying the varied discussions immensely! I have seen "carrying" mentioned a few times, but was wondering something regarding lining material and concelled carry problems. Obviously, I DON'T wish for this to become a pro-gun debate, but rather sound advice...
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