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Meet Jim Kunkle 401FS 370FG 9AAF A-2

Brettafett

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www.platinumperformance.com/articles/dogfight-wwii-pilot.html

Then and now.
If Im not mistaken, that theres an Aero... The 'real deal'.
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Tattoo A2

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Thats a great story, Its always better to hear it from the veteran's mouth. My favorite books are the ones that tell their own stories.
 

B-Man2

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Very cool looking patch .
Has anyone seen any originals or repros of it? His jacket looks to be in too good of shape . Do you think it’s his original jacket or a repro ?
 

Brettafett

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Very cool looking patch .
Has anyone seen any originals or repros of it? His jacket looks to be in too good of shape . Do you think it’s his original jacket or a repro ?
I recon its his original wartime jacket.
Definitely an Aero. Same patch/ name tag placement, whistle.... Seems his wife made him snap the collar down in the hanger photos ;)
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Brettafett

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Yes, those knits look to be in pristine condition. Could be replacements.
Guess, theres no way to know for sure.
 
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