Recent content by wingman

Thanks for all the help thus far! I did receive my us authentic A-1 and I am very impressed but it seems to run big. I ordered a 46 as this is my suit size but this jacket does not fit as perfect as I was hoping. For those that own one, would you say that it should be sent back for a 44? Or...

Can anyone tell me about this jacket. My friend is buying me one and I don't know much of the history. I once heard that it never saw service. On the other hand I heard that it was navy issue and did in fact see service. Any thoughts?

Rest in peace. You will be missed.

Congratulations! I think it looks darn cool. You did a great job. I also love the deep scallop on the pocket flaps. very nice.

Thanks for all of the warm greetings! I regret that I've had "Terminal Jacketitis" for some time now and it has affected me severly. I have been able to control it with one jacket "fix" per year (on average). I don't really keep them though. I almost always end up trading and or selling them. In...

I just wanted to say a quick hello to all. This is my first post and I am truly excited to be a part of the community. I have been a novice A-2 collector for some years, but as of late I am focusing my love of leather flight jackets into a more serious hobby. I spent a LONG time collecting and...