US Authentic G-8

[Hypoxic]

Hey...there is no law that says you can't wear it in a closed cockpit!

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First off, I'd give my testicles to pilot that baby. Secondly... I received my Horsehide G8 from Shaul with alterations. For me... It's absolutely, positively... AWESOME!! I'll post some pics soon, just want to break it in a little, the horsehide is super thick and needs some character before I post my pics. Being folded up in the mail, I want to rid the jacket of a few quirks due to shipping. Hats off to US Authentic, this thing feels bullet proof! The jacket isn't for everyone, but for me it's perfect for what I do. i can't wait to wear it in the Stampe SV4 or Stearman. I'll be able to hand this down to my grandchild it's so tough! Excuse me while I go find a good rain downpour. Sorry to leave you all hanging, but a little suspense is always fun!

 

[Stand By]

The jacket looks better on you than on the website! I can see it in a different light now and it looks great - and will be even more impressive in HH!
Looking forward to seeing the finished jacket here soon ...!

What's the history of the USN G-8?

 

[Hypoxic]

The jacket looks better on you than on the website! I can see it in a different light now and it looks great - and will be even more impressive in HH!
Looking forward to seeing the finished jacket here soon ...!

What's the history of the USN G-8?

Thanks for that.
No idea what the true history is, I just like the look of it!

 

[Stand By]

Love this forum BTW, you all (going to avoid saying y'all, unless it makes you feel down-home) are great.

Long live the outerwear addicts!

... and isn't this the great thing about TFL (Outerwear section) - that we can see jackets like yours and view them in a real-life way and get a sense of the true article and value for money and a review of your experience with customer service?
Thanks for posting!

 

[Hypoxic]

... and isn't this the great thing about TFL (Outerwear section) - that we can see jackets like yours and view them in a real-life way and get a sense of the true article and value for money and a review of your experience with customer service?
Thanks for posting!

More to come!

 

[nick123]

Thanks for that.
No idea what the true history is, I just like the look of it!

The model is fictitious, but has the diamond pattern found on some Navy sheepskin jackets, like the M-444. I find it ironic that it is also marketed at the "Type 440" which is also a fictitious name, but the "440" seems like a creative spin on the M-"44"x jackets. 4+4=8, hence G-"8". That's my running conspiracy.

http://www.goodwearleather.com/pages/sale_m444a_0002.html

Perhaps also a design based on photos of pre-war civilian jackets worn by airmen?

 

[Hypoxic]

Here it is! Sorry for the crappy pics, my ipad is old.

 

[nick123]

That's the best fit I've seen of that jacket from any of the makers. I think you made out like a fat rat.

 

[Hypoxic]

Thanks Nick. It feels really good on but it's going to take forever to break in, the horsehide is really thick, but I couldn't be more happy with the result. It still bends a little weird in a few places, as you can see, but I've been wearing it around the house and it's beginning to crease in all the right places. The smell is intoxicating.

 

[daw]

I admire the look, being a big fan of the M444, even if there is no historical equivalent to the G8. Might get one myself some day.

 

[Seb Lucas]

That's the best, trim fit for one of those I have seen. It's a cool pattern even if though it's a civilian jacket created in the 1970's.

 

[Stand By]

I think your smile says it all, Hypoxic! LOL! Excellent. If only there was a scratch 'n' sniff card to go with your post ...
That's a great jacket! Great fit too. Perfecto! I love the look of it. Another to add to the wish-list, dammit!
Wear it in good health!

 

[thor]

Wow! VERY cool jacket. Perfect fit! Congratulations.

 

[belfastboy]

View attachment 71420 View attachment 71419 Here it is! Sorry for the crappy pics, my ipad is old.

How would you describe the colour? I purchased a NOS US Authentic G8 in an unidentified hide. It is a mid brown, caramel colour. Thinking it is HH but not sure. Mine looks, on the monitor lighter than yours.

 

[seres]

Beautiful jacket! It seems like a perfect fit. How do you like the horsehide vs. the goat of the try-on jacket? And with your custom measurements, did you specify a waist size? I ask because the try-on jacket seemed a little big in the waist.

 

[Hypoxic]

The leather is a dark, almost seal brown. And I do prefer the HH over the goat for the jacket, I believe it makes a big difference in the way the jacket fits/feels. For my alterations I didn't change anything other than the body length and the sleeves. It could be that I didn't adjust the side straps before. If I let this one out there is some extra room in the waist as well. But I'm getting to that age where I may need it. With the straps, I can trim it up nicely.

 

[Hypoxic]

Just wanted to post that I'm looooovin' this jacket. It's so friggin tough, I feel like I should go out and tackle a cow. My only regret is that I ordered it at the threshold of Spring. :-/ I'm sure others can sympathize.

 

[Stand By]

Just wanted to post that I'm looooovin' this jacket. It's so friggin tough, I feel like I should go out and tackle a cow. My only regret is that I ordered it at the threshold of Spring. :-/ I'm sure others can sympathize.

Ah, but at least you know you've got it! And it'll be ready and waiting for the Fall ...! Excellent. It looks great, man.

How do you like the zipper? I looks pretty robust ... is it YKK?
Thanks.

 

[Stearmen]

Now you just need a VF-3 patch, and your G8 will be complete!

 

[nick123]

Favorite patch!^