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EASTMAN USAAF TYPE B-3 with Special Patches Edition Standardised as the 'Type B-3' on May 8th 1934, its design was principally inspired by the British 'Irvin' flying jacket, which had been put into service with the RAF a couple of years earlier. It would be the standard issue 'Heavy Zone' flight jacket for the next 10 years. It went through a number of subtle spec changes during its period of service, the most noticeable being the colour of the outer finish. By late '42 the shade had been changed for the final time to dark 'Seal Brown'. This ensured improved serviceability, and lent the garment a more uniform appearance. Original examples are highly sought after collector items today; more than 70 years from its conception the B-3 is still in high demand. Its hip length 'boxy' design made it popular not only with the aircrews of WWII, but also the trendy civilian after the war - without doubt a design classic. We have been producing this famous style for more than 25 years, and we feel sure our model is the most authentic available. A characteristic of the wartime jackets is that they have a rugged, broken grain character; using traditional treatments and hand-dye techniques we have recreated this material to an incredible authentic standard. #Ozzyleather #EastmanLeather #Eastman #ELC #EastmanStockistsInChina #WWII #WW2 #USAAF #Airforce #TypeB3 #B3jacket #flightjacket #jacket #leatherjacket #BrokenGrain #Sheepskin #Redskin #Horsehide #Military #aviators #Pilot #classic #style #MadeInEngland #Kunming #Yunnan #China @eastmanleatherclothing

USAAF TYPE B-6 ROUGH WEAR CONTRACT 17756 IN BROKEN-GRAIN SHEEPSKIN The Rough Wear B-6, is made from an incredible broken grain, veg tanned, hand dyed sheepskin, with a fleece depth of 1/4 inch. In the late 30s/early 40s the skins used for shearling flight jackets were veg-tanned and hand-dyed which produced a mottled, patchy appearance. They were a lighter shade than those produced later in the war having a distinct reddish hue (often referred to by the collecting fraternity as 'Redskins'). This material is now exclusively reproduced by us to emulate the original skins from WWII. The veg-tanning process is very time consuming and costly, but it produces a hide that looks and handles just like the original. We then hand-dye the skins, one by one just as they would have been all those years ago; the dye is swashed on with a sheepskin pad which produces the desired affect. Our Rough Wear Sheepskin jackets offer the customer a product of extreme speciality; original 'Redskin' jackets are much sought after within the flight jacket collecting fraternity because of their attractive vintage appeal. Due to the amount of time required to produce the special sheepskin material, delivery times may be longer than other styles. #Ozzyleather #EastmanLeather #Eastman #ELC #EastmanStockistsInChina #WWII #WW2 #USAAF #RoughWear #17756 #Airforce #TypeB6 #B6jacket #flightjacket #jacket #leatherjacket #BrokenGrain #Sheepskin #Redskin #Military #aviators #Pilot #classic #style #MadeInEngland #Kunming #Yunnan #China @eastmanleatherclothing

USAAF TYPE A-1. SEAL BROWN CAPESKIN Of all the American flight jackets this model is one of the hardest to reproduce correctly because original examples are virtually impossible to find. Ideally having an original example to hand is necessary. We have been extremely fortunate to secure an original A-1 which retains all its original components, so our reproduction is extremely accurate. For the first time since 1931 an A-1 made from all the correct materials, including Capeskin for the shell, is now available. Origin of the A-1: Standardised on November 27th 1927 as a Summer flying jacket, it was the very first of the knitted waist and cuff windcheater type flight jackets. It was a style that was to set basic outline for flight jacket design for decades to come. Synonymous with early aviation heroes such as Jimmy Doolittle, the A-1, although superseded by the A-2 in 1931, was still in limited use during WWII, and was not declared obsolete until September 29th 1944. The reproduction: Our A-1 replicates the original to the last detail with its distinctive slim cut, and unique materials. However, unlike the early A-2s the A-1, being made from the much softer and finer Capeskin, wears very easy and feels like you hardly have it on. It is the perfect Summer weight flight jacket that can be worn from outdoors to indoors without feeling the need to take it off. It is the perfect all rounder, an absolute dream to wear, and a garment that exudes absolute quality. #Ozzyleather #EastmanLeather #Eastman #ELC #EastmanStockistsInChina #WW1 #USAAC #300P #Airforce #TypeA1 #A1jacket #flightjacket #jacket #leatherjacket #vintage #Capeskin #Military #aviators #Pilot #classic #style #MadeInEngland #Kunming #Yunnan #China @eastmanleatherclothing

TYPE A-1 .50CAL .50CAL is a small range of specialised garments that come only in our Time Worn finish. They will appeal to those who appreciate the nostalgic charm of a true vintage flight jacket. This process is entirely hand done, which takes hours to achieve. The result is a jacket that is still brand new, but you get something that has a vintage lived-in patina that you can continue to add to from the first time you step out your door. Original A-1s that are still in existence are few and far between, but those that are, are generally well worn. Being made from Capeskin (sheep) the leather is softer than other hides such as steer and horse, and therefore sustains scuffing and grazing more easily. The .50CAL A-1 captures perfectly this vintage appeal. #Ozzyleather #EastmanLeather #Eastman #ELC #EastmanStockistsInChina #WW1 #USAAC #300P #Airforce #TypeA1 #A1jacket #flightjacket #jacket #leatherjacket #vintage #50Cal #TimeWorn #Capeskin #Military #aviators #Pilot #classic #style #MadeInEngland #Kunming #Yunnan #China @eastmanleatherclothing

EASTMN TYPE A-2 SLENDER Standardised on May 29th 1931 as the regulation Army Air Corp intermediate flight jacket the Type A-2 was produced up until the middle of 1943, and saw service until the end of the war and beyond. Throughout its 12 years of production a multitude of companies were involved in its manufacture. Although having the same specifications to work from, each manufacturer had their own house-style, and thus slight variations exist between them. As a company that specialises in reproducing this particular style, one will notice we offer several different models of the A-2 in our range, each of them emulating, in some way or another, all the subtle differences that can be found on originals. Some are direct reproductions of actual makers (which can be found in our 'Original Makers' category), and others, such as the model advertised here, are of our own branded design and produced to our own house-style. Cut and shape vary between originals, offering slightly different fits respectively. The model offered here is one that will appeal to those who prefer the slimmest of fits in this regard. The 'Eastman A-2 Slender' is slightly narrower in the trunk and sleeve circumference than any of our other models, providing a leaner looking garment that lends itself very well to the contemporary silhouette, whilst maintaining total authenticity. Made from a stunning, veg-tanned, supple Steerhide, in Seal-Brown shade, with plenty of grain feature, it is produced exactly to all the official military specs expected from a high-end reproduction of this genre. #Ozzyleather #EastmanLeather #Eastman #ELC #EastmanStockistsInChina #WWII #WW2 #USAAF #Slender #Airforce #TypeA2 #A2jacket #flightjacket #jacket #leatherjacket #vintage #TimeWorn #Steerhide #TimeToDance #SealBrown #Military #aviators #Pilot #classic #style #MadeInEngland #Kunming #Yunnan #China @eastmanleatherclothing

USAAF TYPE A-2 ROUGH WEAR CONTRACT 27752 IN WARHORSE HIDE with TimeWorn Edition The original maker: The Rough Wear Clothing Co was located in Middletown Pennsylvania and was one of the most prolific of the wartime contractors that produceed thousands of flight jackets throughout the 30s and 40s. The 27752 was the last of several contracts awarded to them for A-2s which were manufactured for a price of less than $10.00 each. How times have changed! The reproduction: Made from our highly acclaimed War Horse® horsehide, we have now further developed this incredible material. Specially created with great difficulty to emulate the broken-grain character that is often found on originals, our Rough Wear Clothing Co 27752 contract A-2 offers the ultimate in products of this genre. It is a 100% veg-tanned material that is traditionally tanned and sourced from Italy. There is only one way to describe it: Outstanding! Those who appreciate and understand the endearing feel and appearance of an original vintage garment, will be positively 'blown-away' by the character and quality of this amazing hide. Naturally, our 27752 emulates every detail of this contract's house style to the last stitch. The cut and stitch style has been faithfully reproduced to the finest detail, giving you a reproduction so accurate it could be mistaken for a dead-stock original. #Ozzyleather #EastmanLeather #Eastman #ELC #EastmanStockistsInChina #WWII #WW2 #USAAF #RoughWear #27752 #Airforce #TypeA2 #A2jacket #flightjacket #jacket #leatherjacket #vintage #TimeWorn #WarHorse #Horsehide #SealBrown #Military #aviators #Pilot #classic #style #MadeInEngland #Kunming #Yunnan #China @eastmanleatherclothing

EASTMAN USAAF TYPE A-2. SEAL BROWN HORSEHIED The A-2 is without doubt the most famous of all the WWII flight jacket designs. Standardised on May 29th 1931 as the regulation Army Air Corp intermediate flight jacket it was used until the end of the war. Initially, it was intended that the A-2 flight jacket be made from Horsehide leather only. However, by the mid '30s, Goatskin and later Steerhide, were also approved. The official colour was 'Seal Brown', but this was represented in many various shades as it turned out. Indeed, references to other shades such as Russet and Havana were also used. Of a quite basic design, the A-2 flight jacket saw action in every theatre of WWII. Pilots and aircrew regarded their A-2s as companions, more than simply items of issued clothing. Today, original A-2s fetch high prices in the collectors' market, and are regarded as military antiques. #Ozzyleather #EastmanLeather #Eastman #ELC #EastmanStockistsInChina #WWII #WW2 #USAAF #23373 #Airforce #TypeA2 #A2jacket #flightjacket #jacket #leatherjacket #vintage #Horsehide #SealBrown #USMilitary #Military #aviators #Pilot #classic #style #MadeInEngland #Kunming #Yunnan #China @eastmanleatherclothing

Vanson Leathers DAKOTA Motocycle Jacket - Made in USA Dakota jacket One of our best fashion garments the Dakota is modeled after the classic canvas work coats that are the hallmark of the American tradition. Roomy body with a full length action back and rayon lining offer unrestricted movement. #OzzyLeather #Vanson #VansonLeathers #VansonDealerInChina #Moto #Motocycle #Motojacket #MotocycleJacket #Dakota #Leather #LeatherJacket #Cowhide #Classic #Style #Street #USAMade #MadeInUSA #Kunming #Yunnan #China @vansonleathers

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EASTMAN RAF 1940 PATTERN 'BATTLE OF BRITAIN' Originally designed by parachute pioneer Leslie Irvin in the early 1930s, the RAF sheepskin flying jacket was the only issue flying jacket made from animal skin in the service. The design was approved by the Air Ministry in 1932, and although often referred to as the 'Irvin' its production was contracted out to many manufacturers in order to meet demand. The pre and early war jackets (such as the model advertised here) were manufactured with undivided one-piece body and sleeve panels. This produced an amazing looking jacket, but proved to consume an extravagant amount of material. With the coming of war and the demand for greater quantities of jackets a more efficient use of the material was devised. The full piece panels were divided and subdivided into small pieces, resulting in a design made up of more seams. In the Summer of 1940 the most famous air battle of the war took place over Southern England and the channel - The Battle of Britain. Although only just around the corner, the multi-panel jackets had not yet come into being, so the full-panel garments were all that were being worn during this time and hence are often referred to as the Battle of Britain pattern Irvin. Our reproduction replicates the early model RAF jacket meticulously. Made from premium grade sheepskin, which is now hand dyed and finished in our highly acclaimed broken grain finish. Using traditional treatment methods we have recreated an authentic, rugged, broken-grain appearance and handle that is so typical of the original RAF jackets. #Ozzyleather #EastmanLeather #Eastman #ELC #EastmanStockistsInChina #WWII #RAF #RAFjackets #IrvanJacket #RoyalAirforce #flightjacket #jacket #leatherjacket #vintage #Military #aviators #Pilot #classic #style #MadeInEngland #Kunming #Yunnan #China @eastmanleatherclothing

USAAF TYPE A-2 STAR SPORTSWEAR CONTRACT 28557 IN WARHORSE HIDE The full designation of this contract is W535ac 28557 42-18245P. The Star Sportswear Mfg Co. was founded in 1918 and was located in Lynn Massachusetts. Although they received other government garment contracts this was the one and only contract awarded to them for A-2 jackets, in 1942. The company closed in the early 1990s. #Ozzyleather #EastmanLeather #Eastman #ELC #EastmanStockistsInChina #WWII #USAAF #StarSportswear #28557 #Airforce #TypeA2 #A2jacket #flightjacket #jacket #leatherjacket #WarHorse #vintage #USMilitary #Military #aviators #Pilot #classic #style #MadeInEngland #Kunming #Yunnan #China @eastmanleatherclothing

Type A-2 303RD Bomb Grp Hell's Angels Most specially original flight jacket, every detail in accordance with the orginal World War II. The 303rd Bombardment Group was formed on the 28th January 1942 whose motto was 'Might in Flight'. It was a group that was to go down in history as one of the most famous bomber units of WWII - they were known as the Hell's Angels. #Ozzyleather #EastmanLeather #Eastman #ELC #EastmanStockistsInChina #WWII #USAF #EliteUnits #303RD #303rdBombGrp #HellsAngels #Airforce #TypeA2 #A2jacket #flightjacket #jacket #leatherjacket #vintage #USMilitary #Military #aviators #Pilot #classic #style #MadeInEngland #Kunming #Yunnan #China @eastmanleatherclothing

Type A-2 303RD Bomb Grp Hell's Angels Most specially original flight jacket, every detail in accordance with the orginal World War II. The 303rd Bombardment Group was formed on the 28th January 1942 whose motto was 'Might in Flight'. It was a group that was to go down in history as one of the most famous bomber units of WWII - they were known as the 'Hell's Angels'. #Ozzyleather #EastmanLeather #Eastman #ELC #EastmanStockistsInChina #WWII #USAF #EliteUnits #303RD #303rdBombGrp #HellsAngels #Airforce #TypeA2 #A2jacket #flightjacket #jacket #leatherjacket #vintage #USMilitary #Military #aviators #Pilot #classic #style #MadeInEngland #Kunming #Yunnan #China @eastmanleatherclothing

Aero Leather Clothing - Type B-7 Arctic Parka Seal A very special sheepskin flight coat. The Type B-7 Arctic Parka was originally designed for flight crews and ground personnel based in extreme cold and remote locations during World War II. The B-7 Flight Parka is a mid-thigh length jacket that features a hood lined with Reindeer and a drawstring on the hood for protection against the bitter winds and blowing snowstorms. There are two deep open-top front map/cargo pockets which arte perfect for keeping gloves handy , and two additional front zippered pockets with leather reinforcements at key stress points. There are toggle buttons alongside the covered zipper, storm cuffs, leather rank tabs at the shoulder . This jacket is available in Seal Brown, "Redskin" or Natural Sheepskin. #OzzyLeather #AeroLeather #AeroStockistsInChina #Aero #WWII #WW2 #TypeB7 #B7 #B7Parka #TypeB7jacket #sheepskin #leatherjacket #leatherparka #flightjacket #vintage #style #handmade #UK #Scotland #MadeInScotland #Kunming #Yunnan #China @aeroleatherclothing

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