What jacket(s) are you wearing at the moment?

[Pa12]

Mighty cold wind.
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What lake?

 

[Dumpster D]

What lake?

Good old North Ontar-I-Oh.

 

[Pa12]

Good old North Ontar-I-Oh.

I actually drove up to sauble beach today for the first time since I was a teenager. Last time I was there was 1977, driving my buddies 4x4 ford in Lake Huron, quite a distance from shore. Until I swamped the engine. Took another 5 or 6 beers before we got it started. I honestly don’t know how I lived past the age of 20

 

[B-Man2]

I actually drove up to sauble beach today for the first time since I was a teenager. Last time I was there was 1977, driving my buddies 4x4 ford in Lake Huron, quite a distance from shore. Until I swamped the engine. Took another 5 or 6 beers before we got it started. I honestly don’t know how I lived past the age of 20

Like most of us …. We survived in spite of ourselves

 

[B-Man2]

Like most of us …. We survived in spite of ourselves

Of course … that’s why the military wants 18-22 year olds …. Their common sense facilities haven’t quite developed at that point and they’ll do some really crazy shit !!

 

[Pa12]

Like most of us …. We survived in spite of ourselves

Yep. Man , I got shiver’s looking out at that lake today. And when I did that stunt it was at 3 in the morning. When I think back, and think about how I feel today, I can see why it wasn’t that difficult to talk young guys into heading off on bomber missions.

 

[mulceber]

Of course … that’s why the military wants 18-22 year olds …. Their common sense facilities haven’t quite developed at that point and they’ll do some really crazy shit !!

But literally.

 

[Pa12]

 

[ButteMT61]

I got a Buzz Rickson MA-1 (Albert Turner) in XXXL. I'll post some pics. Could I buy an Alpha MA-1 for $100? Yeah, I could, but this one is to build a jacket honoring my Pop in the 23rd Bombardment Squadron, stationed in Bicester, England in the mid 50's. So, no cheapo jacket for that mission. It is the first quality non-leather jacket I've bought, and I have to say, I'm impressed. Pics will come soon.
These are the patches. One of them will go on the right chest.

 

[atlasfields]

Of course … that’s why the military wants 18-22 year olds …. Their common sense facilities haven’t quite developed at that point and they’ll do some really crazy shit !!

Was 17 when I reported to Great Lakes Naval Training Center

 

[Dumpster D]

I'm not sure age is a factor in being reckless...Ever taken a drive on the highway?

I can't tell the difference between a complete idiot and a total psycho anymore...Either way.

 

[Tattoo A2]

Goodwear Dubow for today, breaking in nicely with everyday wear and tear.

 

[Pa12]

Goodwear Dubow for today, breaking in nicely with everyday wear and tear.
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Nice. What hide is that?

 

[Tattoo A2]

Not really sure, got it from Burt, who got it from JC, who got it as a return from another member who didnt like the fit in 2010. Its an older jacket that was like new when I got it. Its a stiffer horsehide, but softening up more everyday.

 

[Griffon_301]

I got a Buzz Rickson MA-1 (Albert Turner) in XXXL. I'll post some pics. Could I buy an Alpha MA-1 for $100? Yeah, I could, but this one is to build a jacket honoring my Pop in the 23rd Bombardment Squadron, stationed in Bicester, England in the mid 50's. So, no cheapo jacket for that mission. It is the first quality non-leather jacket I've bought, and I have to say, I'm impressed. Pics will come soon.
These are the patches. One of them will go on the right chest.

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which size would that XXXL equate too? meaning what jacket size would you normally wear?
I am somewhere between 44 and 46 for sheepskins and I figured that the MA-1 should be comparable to a B-6 in terms of liner thickness. this would equate to a XXL for a BR MA-1for me then...

 

[saucerfiend]

Goodwear Dubow for today, breaking in nicely with everyday wear and tear.
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It's Shinki! And it's looking really good, my Friend.

 

[YoungMedic]

Goodwear Dubow for today, breaking in nicely with everyday wear and tear.
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Perfect !

 

[ButteMT61]

which size would that XXXL equate too? meaning what jacket size would you normally wear?
I am somewhere between 44 and 46 for sheepskins and I figured that the MA-1 should be comparable to a B-6 in terms of liner thickness. this would equate to a XXL for a BR MA-1for me then...

100%. Sorry, I meant to put that in...I remember I wanted a Red BR years ago and didn't pull the trigger due to being unsure on sizing. I'm a 48, and it fits great. XXL should indeed hit the 44-46 spot nicely.
I'm sure Burt can backup my sizing claims as well...
Good luck!!

 

[Griffon_301]

thank you very much! once you have finished your tribute MA-1 you need to post pictures

 

[blackrat2]

Very nice fit there Rob
Leather looks a really nice colour in that image