I am looking for an A-2 and stumbled across this forum. I have been reading for a few days but it will take me a while to get caught up. Maybe some of you experienced folks can speed up my learning curve.
This will be my 3rd A-2, I have not been satisfied with the first 2. I first bought a new Cooper from a magazine ad around ’95. I wore it a while but decided it was too small (now I’m not so sure it was) and sold it. Next I bought a "Branded Garments Inc, Orchard M/C Inc." from an “Army/Navy” type store locally. I’ve had it close to 10 years but seldom wear it because It is not a good fit, arms too long, too much room in the shoulders and chest. It is a 46, I am 5’ 10’ about 165.
I figure I’ve got time to try once more to find one I like. I am not concerned with authenticity at the minute level but want one that is easily recognized as an A-2. I can’t justify spending more that about $500. I can’t have HH, my wife owns a horse and would be a tad upset.
I would really value the suggestions of people on this forum.
Don Wilson
This will be my 3rd A-2, I have not been satisfied with the first 2. I first bought a new Cooper from a magazine ad around ’95. I wore it a while but decided it was too small (now I’m not so sure it was) and sold it. Next I bought a "Branded Garments Inc, Orchard M/C Inc." from an “Army/Navy” type store locally. I’ve had it close to 10 years but seldom wear it because It is not a good fit, arms too long, too much room in the shoulders and chest. It is a 46, I am 5’ 10’ about 165.
I figure I’ve got time to try once more to find one I like. I am not concerned with authenticity at the minute level but want one that is easily recognized as an A-2. I can’t justify spending more that about $500. I can’t have HH, my wife owns a horse and would be a tad upset.
I would really value the suggestions of people on this forum.
Don Wilson