As your in the USA, look at the History preservation associates website. They are an Eastman stockists and have the product measurements and sizing tips for all ELC products.
Thanks, yeah, I’ve been perusing the History Preservation site. I’m just thrown by the measurements because the thickness of the shearling means that the pit-to-pit isn’t a good indicator of how roomy the inside is. Seems from what people are saying like they size about the same as an A-2 jacket, so I’ll be on the lookout for a 42.
What were you a math major in college?My theory would be, take the pit-to-pit and subtract about 1.18" (15mm x 2) from that to account for the thickness of the shearling. History Preservation fitting tips sections recommends at least 3" of interior space to have a trim fit, but allow for movement. So in my case with a 44" chest, a size 44 has P2P of 25" (50"), minus 1.18" (48.82"), leaves 4.82" of space. So in theory a size 44 should fit me even accounting for the shearling thickness.
What were you a math major in college?
Wayyy to complex for my pea brain
Just pick a size
If your ever in Boston your more than welcome to try my 42 aero and my 44 eastman on
Lol will sit at the bar with them on! People will look at us like wtf...?See, stuff like this is why I love the community here. I come into Boston every now and again. If I’m in town, I’ll get in touch - maybe I can buy you a drink while I try on the two jackets.
Thanks everyone for the sizing advice. I took a chance on a size 42 ELC from Drifterproductions after they told me they do exchanges, and the fit was spot on.