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Aero love affair?
- Thread starter Burnsie
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zoomer
Well-Known Member
Yes, the stitch counters don't care much for repro Aeros. I think their A-2 cut is the main issue. The rule is to add about 1 1/2" to the shoulder span above size 42, but don't mess with the body length. The result is a rather short 'n wide jacket off the rack.
Some of their leather/finish choices also seem a bit fanciful. Jerky, oil pulled, and the late lamented Indian goat are all very fine, but don't reflect actual milspecs at all.
Even original wartime Aeros don't seem to have much buzz on the collectible market. Apparently they were less durable than other makes.
Some of their leather/finish choices also seem a bit fanciful. Jerky, oil pulled, and the late lamented Indian goat are all very fine, but don't reflect actual milspecs at all.
Even original wartime Aeros don't seem to have much buzz on the collectible market. Apparently they were less durable than other makes.
I am far from being an expert on original A-2's, but I have come across a number of original Aeros "in the flesh" and many photos of Aeros. I must say that more than a few of these "real" Aeros seem to be a little rough looking as far as materials and construction.
Zoomer mentioned this, as well my observation. Have any of you other guys noticed such issues with certain Aero originals?
Ted
Zoomer mentioned this, as well my observation. Have any of you other guys noticed such issues with certain Aero originals?
Ted
Vcruiser
Well-Known Member
Burnsie said:
Hi Burnsie
There are those here that have Aero A2s...and are quite happy with them...especially with the jerky horsehide. For some of us they even seem to fit..right off the rack as well.
I'm 6'2"...185 lbs.
In my case...I own many Aero utility jackets(after owning other 'premier' brands)...and prefer Aero utility jackets by far. They are,indeed,quite unique.
Van
zoomer
Well-Known Member
Let's see, who does Aero repros besides Aero? They can't label them Aero...
Good Wear AC-21996
The Few 38-1711P
The Few 42-15142P
GW we can probably get a rough census on, but does anybody over here own a Few jacket? Do you ever even see them written about in a language other then Japanese?
Good Wear AC-21996
The Few 38-1711P
The Few 42-15142P
GW we can probably get a rough census on, but does anybody over here own a Few jacket? Do you ever even see them written about in a language other then Japanese?
zoomer said:
I can think of several forum members with jackets from THE FEW, and of course, Bevan owns a whole bunch.
Here's the review of his '38 Aero .....
viewtopic.php?f=13&t=989&start=0&st=0&sk=t&sd=a
Burnsie
New Member
The Few is clearly using the Aero name on labels, another Japanese Aero repro says "Buzz Rickson Clo. Co." on the label
http://www.buzzricksons.jp/product/army ... -0007.html
http://www.buzzricksons.jp/product/army ... -0007.html
siddhartha
Administrator
Please do not let this thread become an attack on the FL, or any of the mods there-it will be deleted.
That said, I personally like Aero A-2 jackets, for something a little different, but I think the others tend to be more accurate. Sometimes with Aero in the past I've had to customize a few details to get the jacket I wanted, but it was worth it, and the jacket is one I reach for often.
I really like the moto/utility jackets they offer, and think they're a great deal. Very well made, nice details, and the company has always been a pleasure to deal with
Chris
That said, I personally like Aero A-2 jackets, for something a little different, but I think the others tend to be more accurate. Sometimes with Aero in the past I've had to customize a few details to get the jacket I wanted, but it was worth it, and the jacket is one I reach for often.
I really like the moto/utility jackets they offer, and think they're a great deal. Very well made, nice details, and the company has always been a pleasure to deal with
Chris
zoomer
Well-Known Member
It all comes back to me now. Great looking jacket, that '38. I notice Few doesn't list them any longer.deeb7 said:
BTW, I don't know why anybody above the rank of moron would pile on the FL just because they - I should say we - like a suit or a snappy lid now and then, or forswear politics, or because GURLZ R ALOUD. It's no prissy tea party over there - it's civilization. Hell, we even talk airplanes!
blethook
New Member
i dont know exactly what finish is on this one, i bought it off of Pedro last year. its shaved FQHH with what i think is the "vintage finish". it was solid seal brown but rubs off pretty easy. its also very shiney and doesn't loose the shine too easily. it has a russet undertone.
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Swoose, I think your Bronco's hide is called vintage brown, made from front quarter HH. It's not commonly used on A-2s as it's a bit heavier than the mid weight HH they normally use.
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Swoose, I think your Bronco's hide is called vintage brown, made from front quarter HH. It's not commonly used on A-2s as it's a bit heavier than the mid weight HH they normally use.
