Recent content by 14AF SMSRet

Thanks. I'm glad I went with the medium instead of the small, much better for layering.

I finally received my D1 from AVI after about seven weeks. Before I give my impression of the jacket, I have to say that this is my first shearling jacket so I'm no subject matter expert. This is a size medium jacket with 23.25 inch chest (pit-to-pit), 24.5 inch sleeves, 24.5 inch back, 19.5...

Thanks for the tips, Burt. I'll definitely do some maintenance on it.

This A. Pritzker & Sons 55J14 is my first original military leather jacket. The size tag is missing but I believe it is also a size 46 (measures 23 inches PTP). The leather is still fairly supple but has many worn spots; I can't make up my mind on whether to put Pecard dressing on it. There are...

I have an AVI D1 on order. Will let you know when I receive.

The watch is 40mm but the lugs make it wear larger than something similar in size.

My recent acquisition - a Royal Engineer Regiment EOD Anti-magnetic watch to go with my ATF Tanker jacket.

Donned my AF-issued N3B for snow shoveling duties.

Already have a deposit on a GW RW A2. Would like to get a B6 or D1 next (not sure from whom yet), then an Aero 16160 A2.

My father-in-law going through USN pilot training program during late 1942. I thought he was wearing an M-421A but this has slanted side pockets instead of the buttoned pockets at the bottom. Any idea on what it is?

Great article. Several legends featured in that group.

I believe most are wearing M422s, any thoughts on the A2s and the cloth jacket?

One of my heroes, LT COL William Yarborough, CO of the 509th Parachute Infantry Battalion during WWII. A member of the original parachute battalion in 1940, he designed the paratrooper uniform and boots, and the parachutist jump wing that is still being worn today. He was instrumental in getting...

Very nice watch! Omega is my favorite brand. The serial number on my movement is 1017xxxx and is within the 10M range made between 1944-1946. The previous owner told me it was a 1945, which is close enough for me :).

New to the forum, watches are also one of my passions. This is my US Army (stamped on the back) Omega c.1945; this one adorns one of my mannequins most of the time. My go to watch with flight jackets is usually a modern Hamilton Khaki.