I concur with Phantomfixer's suggestion. I'd never recommend taking apart an original uniform, especially an officers. :eeek: You should be able to trade it in for an EM tunic.
Shop around ebay and you might find originals in your size cheaper than the repros. Especially when it comes to...
I too admit being associated with that fine group Matt mentioned. Going on my second season with the Capital Wing and proud to be a part of what this outstanding organization does to help educate the public. Especially the need for honoring and preserving the efforts of our WW2 Airmen.
Kiltie,
Thanks for posting up those photos. The jacket really looks great. I too am leaning towards the horsehide in russet.
How long have you had yours? Did you find it hard to "break-in"?
-JB
Heya Matt!
Indeed, tis I. The recipient of the Mannequin Man award has joined 'the Lounge'.
Glad to see someone I know on here! Any other Cap Wing boys on board?
If it's all right with you, I'll add you to my friends list...once I figure out all that stuff.
- JB
Kiltie,
Thanks for the info and your photo! Is that their Medium Brown Goatskin?
Looks like a good fit on you. I'll appreciate any more photos you can provide. I'm really thinking these jackets fit the bill for what I need.
Hey gang!
New member here. Thinking about purchasing a budget A-2 from Flightjacket.com. Does anyone have any pictures of this jacket on? I'd like to see some other than what's on their site. I'm doing USAAF this season and need a jacket that I won't mind roughing up coming in and out of...
Hello Gang!
MKL, that really is a nice looking jacket. I've really been considering US A- for a an authentic-looking A-2. I too would like to see more photos of the actual jackets, in Goatskin and Horsehide before i make a purchase. Are there any more threads that have more photos listed...
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