1992 CWU-45/p Isratex Jacket Fire-resistance Experiment; Out of curiosity...
Hello everyone, Please allow me to explain myself! I'd like to make clear that no jackets were harmed in the making of this post! I would never do that! With that being said, I recently got the sleeves...
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Quality nylon from bronson or acid rain?
My friend sent me these photos. he was just caught in the rain..the result is shown in the photo. The ma-1 jacket was purchased on an off-site from Bronson. I honestly did not take the risk and...
View ArticleMa-1 mil- j- 8279B third production model help - question
Hi what is more rare a ma1 third production Mil-j-8279B with omitted O2 tab and ICS loops or the third. Production with them fitted From what I understand these were omitted on later production between...
View ArticleSchott Suka Souvenir Jackets - pics
Not technically accurate, more of a fashion-based MA-1, certain detailing is there... however these are really cool jackets. I liked my Navy one so much, I bought the Green version when I found them on...
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Buss Rickson L-2a
Well, after a year of not wearing this lovely jacket due to a broken zipper, I am wearing the heck out of it now ! Now it has a non standard zipper, it has zero re-sale value and i love it so much it...
View ArticleB-1B Test Team Blue “MA-1” Named
Recently purchased this jacket as it seemed too neat to pass up. The label is completely washed out, but it is most likely a commercial Alpha Industries jacket. I was able to track down the original...
View ArticleNamed Pilot grouping with MA-1 and Flight Suit
Recently picked up this grouping of Captain (later Major) Henry A. Borfitz. I bought the grouping from the man's son along with some of his own Air Force flight bags. The MA-1 is a size Large, but the...
View ArticleWeps
What sort of pricing are originals of these please ?? The one I'm looking at is the C spec . Many thanks Carl
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Canadian TacHel Jacket
Vintage thrift store pickup. A bit of an oddity, but the price was right and I like oddities! 6 pockets on the outside, 2 on the inside, plus 4 pencil slots... Great for storage, but I'm sure I'll...
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Which nylon to get?
Hello everyone, recently dug up an old cheap bomber jacket I had back in the days, I've had it for years, when I got it back in high school, my parents forced me to buy it a tad bigger so it serves me...
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Buzz Rickson L-2a sizing?
Getting a little tired of waiting for Bronson to restock their L-2a, I'm now looking at BR L-2a-s on greedbay. I'm a bit puzzled about the sizing though. I'm a 42 in G-1s and A-2s, a 40 in Bronson's...
View ArticleRolen Sportswear 539th Fighter-interceptor Squadron MA-1 Mil-j-8279a
My first thread on this forum. Mostly have repro leather jackets but want to share this nice Nylon piece that I never wear beacause of the knits that has alot of holes. Not a fan of replacing things so...
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L-2A "Jinruishi" First Look
I took a risk and ordered this jacket for $110 shipped, about two weeks ago from eBay seller xinwater. Here's the link:...
View ArticleNew vs old N-3B genuine parka
Hello guys, Since few days ago I've been looking for a genuine N-3B parka to be warm during the winter subzero temperatures. Having said that, I've got a doubt: would you recommend me to buy a 70s or...
View ArticleHad-to-have BR MA-1 with line crewman liner
Been on the lookout for a BR with the line crewman theme. Their G-1 woulda been too.....conspicuous? Which is exactly what was its purpose of course. Like the red Northrop Scorpion MA-1 this type MA-1...
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Q: D-1A USAF Flying Trousers
Greetings All, quick question about these trousers regarding size. What is the general rule of thumb on sizing these to actually wear? I'm seeing larger sizes out there, but how large is needed to wear...
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2021 Bronson L-2A
So just after Christmas my package arrived: a Bronson L-2a, one of their recently released new models. I have one of their older L-2s in green, size Large (40). It was slightly too baggy for me, and...
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BUZZ RICKSON DECK HOOK JACKET
Hi, here are a few pictures of my new buzz rickson’s deck hook jacket. it’s a size 36 and has a loot of room even if I normally wear size 38 The jacket is very warm and confortable
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