taikonaut
Active Member
I recently acquired a shoulder holster by Engler Kress dated 1944, the type worn by pilots. I also happen to have a replica .44 Colt from my father which fires peas likewise I was interested to wear this in conjunction with my original A2s to get the feel, obviously I dont wear this in UK streets. It was rather uncomfortable to say the least but what is more astonishing is how much it takes up room inside the jacket. I would not entertain a tight fitted jacket with a shoulder holster let alone zipped even halfway up. My size 38 Perry did not stood a chance. However it fitted well with my size 38 Aero that has a 21.5 inch armpit to armpit measurement usually associated with a size 40. This raises some question about fits and why some chest measurement is bigger on certain jackets. I am starting to get the impression certain pilots, usually small guys wearing size 38, when they get a well made jacket which anticipate that they will be carring a shoulder holster & pistol, will have a one size up chest measurement. What do others think of this?