Steve S M-422a Build Thread

[Marv]

wow excellent jacket Deac, superb in every way and I'll bet the Eastman G1 will be taking furlough in the closet for a while

 

[thor]

It just doesn't get any better than that! Congrats on a great jacket and a superb fit. Wear it in good health.

 

[Tedquinton]

That is a really beautiful jacket. Leather looks amazing.

 

[Deacon211]

Thanks for all the replies, gentlemen.

I am indeed pretty excited by the jacket. The leather is really spot on what I would imagine period leather to be (having concluded that I am no expert on the subject).

I sometimes find modern repros too finely made with either too much individual character or too slightly built. I never had a piece of military equipment that wasn't pretty utilitarian, and the few period jackets I've seen seem to reflect that.

Steve's interpretation of the 422a seems to really capture that feeling of "well made utilitarianism" like a finely made cavalry sabre rather than a lovely but delicate dress sword.


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[AdeeC]

I own a couple of original early navy jackets but never warmed to the repros on offer much. However this is one is superb with beautiful hide and mouton and the fit looks so easy and natural.

 

[jacketjunkie]

Best range of motion I have ever seen on any jacket on this board! I am no big fan of the G1 back sadly, but after seeing this, I have no Option but to contact Steve S. and ask whether he does other styles, too.

 

[handymike]

Fantastic jacket!!!
It totally looks like NOS militaria.
Well done!!!!

 

[Deacon211]

Best range of motion I have ever seen on any jacket on this board! I am no big fan of the G1 back sadly, but after seeing this, I have no Option but to contact Steve S. and ask whether he does other styles, too.

I believe Steve is adding A-2s to his collection and has some new leather in.

Most definitely worth an email!

 

[w126c]

As I've mentioned before, I own four early G-1's and none of them look as good as Steve's. Really good stuff.

 

[Steve S.]

Thanks for all of the kind comments! It is appreciated!

 

[nick123]

Congrats Deacon. You're always bringing interesting naval jacket knowledge to this forum. You deserve this one! Beautiful (especially the pockets).

 

[ausreenactor]

Amazing work mate. As always.

 

[TacAirlift]

Thanks for all of the kind comments! It is appreciated!

Steve S. do you also repair G-1 jackets or only create new ones from scratch? Your reply to my inquiry is appreciated in advance.

 

[Steve S.]

Steve S. do you also repair G-1 jackets or only create new ones from scratch? Your reply to my inquiry is appreciated in advance.

Just replied to your PM & yes, I do repair & restoration work also. Had these in over the weekend for repairs.

 

[Tedquinton]

I've just received a repro from Steve. It's everything I hoped for. I'll post some photos over the weekend.

Cheers Steve fantastic customer service as well. Steve sends photos and talks you through the construction process. Really feels like a collaborative effort. Can't praise him highly enough.

 

[kriskross4]

Beautiful jacket, looks great on you!

 

[Deacon211]

Thought I'd update the thread to show how Steve's jacket is breaking in. It's settling in very nicely, starting to crease and polish on the edges as these jackets tend to.

I think this one is going to look spectacular as it ages a bit!

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[Deacon211]

Oh, and one more in its proper environment...

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[Brettafett]

Fantastic! That is a beautiful jacket and a perfect fit. Can you pls pm me his contact details...

 

[bn1966]

Fantastic! That is a beautiful jacket and a perfect fit. Can you pls pm me his contact details...

Just made me a lovely ANJ-3