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

[P-47 thunderbolt]

Diamond Dave Poughkeepsie for a 40 degree morning...View attachment 83834

Diamond Dave A2s are in my opinion some of the most authentic out there - hides that are not overly 'boutique' as I think Eastman and GW have gone. Well made with war time style mistakes, they certainly have a feel of an honest, solid jacket built to last

 

[newagegeezer]

A lovely sunny but chilly 12C morning here in London UK so going to pop out for a while in the only repro jacket I've owned, a BR ANJ3A. In over 20+ years I've only worn it 3 or 4 times, the horsehide is still creaking, don't think I'll ever wear it in so may put it in teh sale section. think these are fairly rare model from BR, I've only seen a couple come up for sale in Japan in teh last few years.

 

[Dany McDonald]

Diamond Dave A2s are in my opinion some of the most authentic out there - hides that are not overly 'boutique' as I think Eastman and GW have gone. Well made with war time style mistakes, they certainly have a feel of an honest, solid jacket built to last

Absolutely... !

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[CBI]

people re pulling out the good stuff!!!!!!

congrats on the new AVI ANJ-3 - looks like they did a nice job

 

[mulceber]

Yeah, the collar on that AN-J-3 looks pretty cool. Looks like they aimed for a bit of the wackiness that is the W&G AN-J-3 collar without going all in on it. It's a good effect!

 

[Brettafett]

Yes, I like the collar, has that retro-type thing going for it. Its not quite as pronounced as in the pic though.

 

[mulceber]

It’s a cool early autumn day, maybe just cool enough for a Navy jacket:

 

[Wz1999]

It’s a cool early autumn day, maybe just cool enough for a Navy jacket:
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Is that a Chinese copper coin

 

[coolhandluke]

AVI's ANJ-3... New kid on the block, will get better pics soon. Digging the collar. So comfy.
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Looks like a winner Brett. The collar really does look great, which does not seem to be an easy feat with an AN-J-3. I typically prefer no epaulets, but those look right at home. Good decision on Morten's part to add them.

Do you notice any difference in fit compared to your Avi M-422A? I know they're basically the same pattern, but the AN-J-3 looks like it fits you a touch better.

 

[mulceber]

Is that a Chinese copper coin

Oh yeah. The M-422 just screams American Volunteer Group, so I was looking for ways to personalize it without poking stitch holes in John's beautiful leather work.

 

[Pa12]

I don’t own any navy jackets, but my open cockpit time tells me it would be a better choice. With the A2 a scarf was a must. Some how the wind always finds it’s way down the back of your neck. And with the collar up , it just adds the feel of a cold slab of leather on the back of your neck.

 

[Brettafett]

Looks like a winner Brett. The collar really does look great, which does not seem to be an easy feat with an AN-J-3. I typically prefer no epaulets, but those look right at home. Good decision on Morten's part to add them.

Do you notice any difference in fit compared to your Avi M-422A? I know they're basically the same pattern, but the AN-J-3 looks like it fits you a touch better.

Yes, it does fit a bit better. No pull in the chest. Haven't had a chance to measure and compare them, but will do for reference.

 

[Brettafett]

Oh yeah. The M-422 just screams American Volunteer Group, so I was looking for ways to personalize it without poking stitch holes in John's beautiful leather work.

Jan, where'd you get that coin. I love the idea.

 

[mulceber]

Jan, where'd you get that coin. I love the idea.

Both eBay and Etsy have a bunch of them. Here’s the ad I bought through: https://www.etsy.com/listing/746139337/

After that, all you need is a bit of leather lace from the local hobby shop.

 

[MaydayWei]

It’s a cool early autumn day, maybe just cool enough for a Navy jacket:
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Love the coin!

 

[CBI]

wow - so the AVI is only $260 shipped to the US - amazing!

 

[Lord Flashheart]

Top choice Jan. That’s a fine jacket

It’s a cool early autumn day, maybe just cool enough for a Navy jacket:
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[bseal]

wow - so the AVI is only $260 shipped to the US - amazing!

$286.84 + shipping. Unless I am looking at the wrong thing. Still, a good deal.

 

[bseal]

wow - so the AVI is only $260 shipped to the US - amazing!

I think my colleague is right, my bad, cause it’s 20% off non EU orders. Whoa! Good eye CBI, see what I did there?

 

[CBI]

these seem to be great deals. glad to see some inexpensive quality options!