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C-2 Vest/Sweater
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Chandler
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Original or repro?
I have a Willis & Geiger from the late 90s or early 00s. It's much larger than the marked size and started to pit (if that's the right description for little holes forming in the fabric) after very little wear.
I like my ATF G.I. high-neck sweater much more.
I have a Willis & Geiger from the late 90s or early 00s. It's much larger than the marked size and started to pit (if that's the right description for little holes forming in the fabric) after very little wear.
I like my ATF G.I. high-neck sweater much more.
ausreenactor
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Had a RM that I sold a few years back when I saw Bronson do them... They are light and feel great under an A-2. Somewhat fragile for outer wear if you pay top dollar... RM... always quality.
mulceber
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I've got the Buzz version, and it's excellent: they chose a good wool that closely resembles the texture of original knitted goods from the war, and the conmar zip is really snazzy. Bronson also looks like a good option, although it's a wool/acrylic blend, and I find the 100% wool is warmer.
Gentlemen, thanks for providing the C-2 information
I do have an ATF high neck sweater which is very warm, although too bulky under an A-2, therefore I have been wearing the ATF fleece "tanker" which is a great and warm jacket in my opinion.
Regarding the C-2 sweater vest, the choice would be the BR of course and which is too expensive.
Although I do have a "Dong" B-15A and Bronson B-10 purchased about four years ago, I'm making an effort not to buy from them which means I'll probably not have a C-2 sweater vest.
Cheers and best regards,
Don
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I do have an ATF high neck sweater which is very warm, although too bulky under an A-2, therefore I have been wearing the ATF fleece "tanker" which is a great and warm jacket in my opinion.
Regarding the C-2 sweater vest, the choice would be the BR of course and which is too expensive.
Although I do have a "Dong" B-15A and Bronson B-10 purchased about four years ago, I'm making an effort not to buy from them which means I'll probably not have a C-2 sweater vest.
Cheers and best regards,
Don
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Chandler
Well-Known Member
Probably depends on your A-2 fit -- I like to wear a heavy flannel or sweatshirt (or the aforementioned high neck) under mine to extend the season into cooler weather.
Of course, the fleece tanker over the high-neck is very toasty.
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Chandler
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As much as that makes sense, I doubt that was an army priority for clothing and equipment (see talk about the cartridge belt pocket convenience to fit a C-ration pack of smokes).
I usually wear 40/42 A-2.
You can send measurements and some pictures at your convenience to my email which is: [email protected]
Cheers,
Don
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You can send measurements and some pictures at your convenience to my email which is: [email protected]
Cheers,
Don
Or PM
bseal
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1943 C2 Sweater olive drab | L | P0204-14-0001-L
The C2 Sweater was the first approach of the USAAF to develop a shift system for pilots.It was intended as an additional insulation layer for the A2 aviator leather jacket. To provide the best possible freedom of movement, the C2 Sweater features a slim…
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Chandler
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I usually wear a 44, and this one is big on me.
I can still take some measurements and pics if you want, but I'm afraid it's too large for you.
I'll dig it out this morning and see if it's marked with anything more than a "large" or "extra large."
Chandler
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North central Lake County, IL.
