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I talked to John earlier this week and he told me he would be starting my jacket within the next two weeks and it was time to make some decision, originally placed the order back in September 2011. I am leaning towards the Dubow 20960 since I do like the collar stand and the box stitching on the...
What is the history of the AAF decal on the shoulder? Looks like the majority of A-2 jackets did not have it. Was it applied by the contractor or done by depot supply. I know my dads jacket had the cloth AAF patch and 5th AF patch on the shoulders.
Thank you for the help and info. I have been wearing the jacket for the last few days, excellent winter jacket, very comfortable fit. I would like to replace the cuffs and possibly the waste band. Does anyone know where I could get NOS cuffs? I was also thinking of contacting John Chapman to see...
So I knew I had this G1 in the basement but never really took to much interest in it, more into A-2s and Army Air Force items since my dad was a bombardier and later a navigator on B-24s and B-25s, retired after 21 years. The jacket was given to me back in the early 70's when I was in high...
I wear my Elgin A-11 daily and it is on an original style one piece band. These were designed for the service just for this purpose. If one pin fails the other still holds the watch to the band. It is amazing how accurate these old time pieces are. Speaks to American craftsmanship!
So the time has come to pick the hide color for my GW 20960 pattern jacket. John sent me a test jacket for size and a 46 fits just right. The big decision is what color horsehide finish to go with! The three I am pondering are in no order, Seal brown (not the dark seal) dull russet and the...
I have been reading many of the posts and there is alot of knowledgeable poeple here that know alot about the Good Wear product offerings. I have descided that I would like to purchase a Good Wear A-2, the Star Sportswear contract model. I like the look, the idea that it is a little roomier...
