Just found in a local charity shop (Scope) a great Alpha MA-1 in my size (XL), looks unworn and I think it must be one of their 'Replica' types: it has wool/cotton lining (very heavy), Scovill zippers and USAF decal. The tag in the pocket states it is a 'D' model dated 19 July 1968 but as it also states 'Made in USA' so I figure it's one of their repros. A perfect fit and feels top quality...best of all it cost £5.00!! Funnily enough, I found another Alpha MA-1 a few weeks ago in another town charity shop for £6.00 but that was one of their more recent types although made in USA not the Far East.
A few years back I got a nice 1970's G-1 in Oxfam for £10 but that elusive A-2 or Irvin hasn't been donated anywhere yet!
A few years back I got a nice 1970's G-1 in Oxfam for £10 but that elusive A-2 or Irvin hasn't been donated anywhere yet!