Recent content by nanoshores

Managed to convert the B3 Photos into something more useful, so here they are. The should show the missing buckles and general state of the jacket. I'm planning on using some mink oil (or similar) to slightly darken the straps once I have these fixed with the appropriate buckles. They look too...

The jacket looks fairly creased so I’m also wondering what is the best way to straighten it out. I’ve seen folks use an iron set to a low temp and either a paper or cloth placed between the iron and the jacket. But perhaps there is a less evasive method?

Thanks for your replies. I’ll upload some pictures of the jacket tomorrow. Hopefully that will make things clearer. The jacket was made by Avirex and the buckles are zinc looking and as far as I can tell and unbranded. It has not arrived yet so I can’t offer a closer inspection. The exact age...

Hi, I managed to get hold of a Repro B3, 2nd hand it is about 30 years old but is in need of some love. 2 buckles are missing from the neck and waist straps. So I'm wondering where I can either get replacement metal buckles or just top get hold of new straps altogether. Anyone have a idea where...

Hi, I read mention of an acrylic finish. What product is recommended ? I am planning on restoring an old b3 that has lost its shine and is in looking rather suede like. I’m wondering after I have taken care of cleaning and then re-moisturising the leather, will an acrylic finish bring the shine...

I recently purchased both types of Bronson b-10 these were the measurements I made from them. They were both labelled size 42 but the Olive was a size smaller and has been returned. (Also there was a stitching error on the left lapel). Khaki - Size 42 Shoulder - 50cm Chest - 125cm Length - 64cm...