unclegrumpy
Well-Known Member
The above is an excellent post from another thread that I think deserves a discussion of it's own. It clearly hits on something that I have wondered about for a long time. That is, which Goodwear makers/contracts fit which body types better.derleicaman said:I for one would like to see some type of summary as to how certain contracts are supposed to fit, or which makers/contracts fit which body types better......
I have been in pursuit of the "perfect" A-2 for decades. Starting with the dreaded Avirex pretenders in the 80's, through Gibson and Barnes, Flight Suits, Aero, Lost Worlds, RMNZ, and several ELC's. I currently have an ELC RW 1401-P and Luftwaffe jacket and three Good Wear A-2's from different contracts. I'm still not there yet in acchieving perfection, and probably never will be!....
Anyway, my thought is that it would be nice to compile a sticky with a data base for fit, design characteristics, etc. based on the tremendous experience and knowlege base of the forum members. This would be a tremendous resource for newbies and for anyone trying to decide which contract or maker to go for. (Post shortened)
I realize GWs can be tailored, but I would like to leave that out of the discussion. My thought is to discuss these jackets as though they were issued, and the only factor in getting a better fit is choosing a different maker.
Thanks!