My last A-2 (hopefully) - Good Wear

[ausreenactor]

Dubow 1755. EPIC choice Wei.

Its great throwing ideas around and seeing other's thought processes.

Im pretty set on the RW 1401 in russet, but after my last one, I will definitely only make the call once Ive seen the available leather and bits.
It makes a big difference having some actual samples in hand.

You guys probably like surprises at Christmas too.

 

[MaydayWei]

Dubow 1755. EPIC choice Wei.

Its great throwing ideas around and seeing other's thought processes.

Im pretty set on the RW 1401 in russet, but after my last one, I will definitely only make the call once Ive seen the available leather and bits.
It makes a big difference having some actual samples in hand.

JC sends samples? I didn't know that.
And, if I may, what happened to your last GW? :0

 

[MaydayWei]

You guys probably like surprises at Christmas too.

Don't you, Cap'n?

 

[ausreenactor]

No...

Still in the box from Christmas last year and untouched... just to prove a point.

 

[Hobbstc]

I mean…I’d be happy to make sure it still works if you want!

 

[AlexLutov]

Gentlemen, what kind of contract can be called a slim fit? I have a doniger good wear, it fits perfectly, but it's a goat and I should definitely buy a 2 from a horse someday and it should be a good wear.

 

[Flightengineer]

Gentlemen, what kind of contract can be called a slim fit? I have a doniger good wear, it fits perfectly, but it's a goat and I should definitely buy a 2 from a horse someday and it should be a good wear.

Star

 

[Smithy]

Bronco is trim too, suits a lean, athletic body type very well.

 

[Brettafett]

@MaydayWei Wei, John will supply leather samples, but its pointless to get them too soon.
I made this error in the past, getting excited about a partial leather and then 6 months or a year (or even last min) this is not available.
So best to request samples nearer the time. John will be able to offer best divorce here.

@AlexLutov As above, Bronco/ United Sheeplined, Dubow, Werber, Perry, Star, early Aeros... even the RWs - all depends on the size you order (you can request a trim or comfortable fir, and anything in-between)
Also your body type plays a part. Broad shoulders, narrow waist, or straight up, or well-endowed... John will be able to advise here also.

Im trim and lean and find the Dubows fit beautifully, as do the RWs and AVIs Bronco.

 

[mulceber]

Star

Yep, I was going to say Star as well. Dubow might be another good option.

 

[London Cabbie]

Could someone post the current standings for the nags..?

 

[Smithy]

Righto, where's everyone sitting now?

I'm still steadfastly for the 27752, only thing I'm tossing around is the leather. It'll be seal and horsehide but just have to pick which, although I reckon John will have the best idea.

Everyone starting to decide or more confused than ever?

 

[mulceber]

Russet Monarch, OD thread, and a little bit of wonky, wartime stitching. It’s settled for me.

 

[ausreenactor]

Righto, where's everyone sitting now?

I'm still steadfastly for the 27752, only thing I'm tossing around is the leather. It'll be seal and horsehide but just have to pick which, although I reckon John will have the best idea.

Everyone starting to decide or more confused than ever?

If you are debating two... $400.
No brainer....

 

[Brettafett]

Russet - Still RW1401, but I recently saw a new-build in Shinki and it looked way to red/ orange for my taste.
So, this will depend a lot on the russet available when John gets to my oder.

If not, I may change this to a USN jacket.

Seal - Still a a Dubow or a Bronco (again, Johns promised more info and details on the Bronco, as he has upgraded his patterns...

 

[Bremspropeller]

You guys are putting ideas into my head - I kind of like the thought of "the A-2 to end all A-2s".
Currently still waiting for my BK Star (for 8 months now). If that arrives, I'm kind of thinking about a russet Unted Sheeplined in 44 with golden-brown knits...

The thing that still kind of puts me off with GW is the customs-rate on top of actual jacket.

 

[Brettafett]

I was also thinking about that 'issue'.

I was planning a US trip pre-global-crisis... IF.... If things 'open' up again enough to travel freely by the time my jacket/s are ready to be made, I was thinking of some annual vacation US-side.
Im well aware, customs/ duties on a GW is going to hurt.

 

[Bremspropeller]

Great minds do think alike

 

[Brettafett]

One thing I will say, is that if it comes to postage being the only option, then I wont be ordering two jackets...

 

[Mr. Mike]

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