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Wow, that's a fantastic find! The history behind the Poughkeepsie A-2 contract is fascinating, and it's amazing that you have one in such great condition. The jacket looks stunning! It's always great to see these pieces of history preserved so well.

Thanks Mulceber, for the heads up! I hadn't considered the lack of actual product photos as a red flag, but you're absolutely right - it's a major concern. I'll definitely steer clear of them and check out Five Star Leather instead. It's great to hear they have a good reputation and offer...

Hey everyone, I'm looking at getting a vintage leather jacket from All USA Jackets. They have a bunch of cool movie and celebrity replicas at prices that seem almost too good to be true. The weird thing is, most of their pictures are of the actual movie costumes, not the jackets they're...

You may want to check with specialized vintage clothing or military surplus stores. They often carry replacement parts or may be able to direct you to someone who can help with restoring original pieces. Online platforms like Etsy or forums dedicated to vintage military clothing might also have...

The Life Magazine article and pictures you found are indeed a fascinating glimpse into that period.