Friday, November 21, 2008
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
From Russia With...
Monday, October 20, 2008
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Friday, September 26, 2008
Friday, September 19, 2008
Alpha A-2
Alpha Industries also makes a sweet looking A-2 and G-1 Jacket. Looks worth checking out. I've always liked the military style of Alpha jackets, but I haven't seen too many leather versions.
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Monday, August 25, 2008
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Friday, August 08, 2008
Thursday, August 07, 2008
Tuesday, August 05, 2008
Saturday, August 02, 2008
Friday, August 01, 2008
Flight Jacket Sale
If you're looking to pick up an inexpensive A-2 or G-1 jacket, US Wings is having a summer sale until Aug. 31st. I might pick up one - I like their black A-2 for something different. I also like their Coast Guard G-1, which unlike the Navy version has handwarmer pockets.
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Jett
I think I've posted this picture of model Matthew "Jett" Schaefer before but they're worth showing again -
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Tales of the Gold Monkey
Maybe some of you know of or remember an 80's TV show called "Tales of the Gold Monkey." It too had an Indiana Jones type theme, and a hero in an A-2 jacket.
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
Secret of the Incas
Here's a clip from an obscure 50's movie starring Charlton Heston as Harry Steel - it was used as an inspiration for the later Indiana Jones character. Steel is clearly wearing an A-2 jacket on his adventures. What better?
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Thursday, July 03, 2008
Happy Independence Day!
Saturday, June 28, 2008
Reccomended Reads
Here's some books worth buying, full of great photos:
A-2 and G-1 Flight Jackets: Hell-Bent for Leather
American Flight Jackets, Airmen and Aircraft: A History of U.S. Flyers' Jackets from World War I to Desert Storm
I own both and definitely think they're worth a place in a jacket-nut's collection.
A-2 and G-1 Flight Jackets: Hell-Bent for Leather
American Flight Jackets, Airmen and Aircraft: A History of U.S. Flyers' Jackets from World War I to Desert Storm
I own both and definitely think they're worth a place in a jacket-nut's collection.
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Letter Jackets
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Saboteur
Here's a great film that sometime I can catch on one of the channels that play old movies: Alfred Hitchcock's Saboteur.
Most of the movie is about the wicked handsome Robert Cummings, handcuffed no less, running from the law... in an A-2 jacket. It's actually a pretty good Hitchcock film, made even better by a good looking guy in a leather bomber.
Most of the movie is about the wicked handsome Robert Cummings, handcuffed no less, running from the law... in an A-2 jacket. It's actually a pretty good Hitchcock film, made even better by a good looking guy in a leather bomber.
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Oxford Leathers
I came across a listing on Ebay for a G-1 jacket from Oxford Leathers, which is based in South Korea providing jacket to servicemen. They also sell on their website, but right now I only see the A-2 - with the same attractive dude wearing the jackets. Anyone own one?
Friday, June 06, 2008
Thursday, June 05, 2008
Friday, May 30, 2008
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Saturday, May 24, 2008
Not Just for Politicians
One thing I've always noticed is that politicians love leather bomber jackets. Recently, Vito Fossella, who'd been in a scandal, has been noted for his frequent wearing of an A-2.
I'm not sure why, but I'm not complaining.
I'm not sure why, but I'm not complaining.
Friday, May 23, 2008
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Hanover Street
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
The First
I remember my first leather flight jacket - I got it when I was a teenager (16 I think). It was a brand-new Avirex G-1. It fit me a little big, but I grew into it. I wish I still had that bomber jacket, actually.
How about you all out there? Any memories of the first leather jacket? There's something very cool about the rush of first getting one and trying it on, and wearing it out. That new leather smell, the way it feels. Leave a comment with your memories if you have some...
How about you all out there? Any memories of the first leather jacket? There's something very cool about the rush of first getting one and trying it on, and wearing it out. That new leather smell, the way it feels. Leave a comment with your memories if you have some...
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Monday, May 12, 2008
Saturday, May 10, 2008
Flying Tigers Jacket
Last night it was unusually cold out for this time of year here, so I wore my LL Bean "Flying Tigers" jacket.
I know some A-2 enthusiasts who don't appreciate jackets that are inspired by the A-2, but lack the military specifications (like no side entry hand pockets etc.). I gotta say I love my LL Bean flight jacket. It's comfortable goatskin with a Thinsulate lining, and while it has the A-2 look, it's not as "stiff" - it's a great jacket for wearing out on a night on the town. It looks good with jeans or khakis, and can be worn to work or the bar. And mine (which I bought 3 years ago) has only gotten more comfortable with age, while still looking new and great (LL Bean does make good products in general). It's become like my favorite pair of jeans.
I'm not sure if the jackets currently being sold by LL Bean are exactly the same as mine (I hear they are no longer made in the USA) but based on the wear I've gotten out of mine (it'll probably hold up for life if I take care of it) I definitely recommend looking into one.
I know some A-2 enthusiasts who don't appreciate jackets that are inspired by the A-2, but lack the military specifications (like no side entry hand pockets etc.). I gotta say I love my LL Bean flight jacket. It's comfortable goatskin with a Thinsulate lining, and while it has the A-2 look, it's not as "stiff" - it's a great jacket for wearing out on a night on the town. It looks good with jeans or khakis, and can be worn to work or the bar. And mine (which I bought 3 years ago) has only gotten more comfortable with age, while still looking new and great (LL Bean does make good products in general). It's become like my favorite pair of jeans.
I'm not sure if the jackets currently being sold by LL Bean are exactly the same as mine (I hear they are no longer made in the USA) but based on the wear I've gotten out of mine (it'll probably hold up for life if I take care of it) I definitely recommend looking into one.
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Reproductions
Wednesday, May 07, 2008
The Hitcher
The last two posts about Indiana Jones got me thinking about movies with guys in flight jackets. Memphis Belle is a good one, so is Pearl Harbor, and of course Top Gun. One that I remember from the 80's in the original version of The Hitcher.
Basically actor C. Thomas Howell spends two hours running from and fighting a maniac hitch-hiker on the open road, while wearing an A-2 jacket. It's worth a watch for some great scenes, like when he gets arrested. I couldn't find any good clips, so here's a pic:
Basically actor C. Thomas Howell spends two hours running from and fighting a maniac hitch-hiker on the open road, while wearing an A-2 jacket. It's worth a watch for some great scenes, like when he gets arrested. I couldn't find any good clips, so here's a pic:
Tuesday, May 06, 2008
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