This is the jacket General MacArthur chose to wear. In 1930 it was approved to issue to pilots. The original specs. called for horsehide. Today, we are able to supply military grade horsehide. It's as tough as nails. You'll notice the natural creases, folds and surface graining; these are natural conditions and not flaws in the processing of the garment. Details include top entry pockets with snap close flap, knit cuffs and waistbands, brass zipper under front storm flap, snap down collar with hook and eye closure, leather epaulets, underarm grommets for ventilation and an authentic russet brown cotton lining. If you want your jacket true to size order your regular size. If you want a roomier fit, order one size larger. Proudly made in the U.S.A. Available in regular and long sizes. Color is made as 1942 Russet Brown Horsehide.
This leather jacket
is made by Cockpit USA.
Note: Please be advised that in the event a return is made for any reason on this garment, all tags, labels, packaging, and other items included MUST ALSO BE RETURNED in the same condition as received by the customer. Failure to do so my negate any credit or exchange.
Russet Horsehide A2
Regular and Long Sizes,
Russet Brown
Color Genuine Horsehide
Regular Sizes and Prices:
(36-46) TBA 11-20-09
(48-52)
TBA 11-20-09
(54-60)
TBA 11-20-09
Long Sizes and Prices:
(36-46)
TBA 11-20-09
(48-52)
TBA 11-20-09
(54-60)
TBA 11-20-09
The ultimate collector's B-3 shearling flight jacket, patterned after the early 1942 issue russet colored jacket. The shearling pelts are specially hand selected and matched for authentic vintage coloring. Their may be shading on the color just as in the original. This historical jacket features the single horsehide front patch pocket, horsehide covered reinforced sleeves and shoulder tabs on which officers rank may be attached. Vintage labeling and heavy latigo leather belting straps on each side of the waist and heavy belting straps around the snap down shearling collar (another original feature) that make this a classic must have. Fits and looks like it just came out of the factory in 1942. Proudly made in the U.S.A.
This leather jacket is made by Cockpit USA.
Note: Please be advised that in the event a return is made for any reason on this garment, all tags, labels, packaging, and other items included MUST ALSO BE RETURNED in the same condition as received by the customer. Failure to do so my negate any credit or exchange.
Sizes:
(36-46) TBA 11-20-09
(48-52) TBA 11-20-09
(54-60) TBA 11-20-09
This jacket replaced the leather A-2 as standard issue for aircrew and pilots after 1943. Jacket features USA military flight satin nylon shell with synthetic fur collar and is insulated with a polyester fiberfill. Other details include a front zipper over a wind flap, two snap close side entry pockets, oxygen masks tabs, knit cuffs and waistband, sleeve pen/pencil pocket, inside chest pocket and the Air Force Wing & Star embroidered patch on the left sleeve. Proudly made in the U.S.A. and imported.
This jacket is made by Cockpit USA.
Note: Please be advised that in the event a return is made for any reason on this garment, all tags, labels, packaging, and other items included MUST ALSO BE RETURNED in the same condition as received by the customer. Failure to do so my negate any credit or exchange.
Sizes and
Prices:
(S-2XL)
TBA 11-20-09
(3X-5X)
TBA 11-20-09
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The A-5 Aerial Delivery Container one of several types the WWII era US Army Air Force employed to re-supply military ground units by parachute. This was also a primary method of delivery of bulky and heavy items used by the airborne divisions and other special operations units during their missions. Other containers included the A-4, A-6, A-7, A-8, A-9, and A-10 systems. We made our A-5 Container out of heavy duty cotton duck canvas dyed UV resistant OD. Harness webbing is durable white cotton with black ticks duplicated from original specs.. Hardware is military spec cadmium plated. Felting is 1/2" brown on the end caps and 1/4" gray on the center roll. Bumper pad is filled with grey felt as in originals. The parachute container (para-pack) is duplicated from originals complete with static line and hook, and plywood base and does not include a parachute.
The center roll is approximately 56" x 15'. The end caps are 16" diameter by 16" deep.
This is a special order
item that is produced on a limited basis. Interested parties may place
order hereon in order to be included in a waiting list for periodic production
runs. Production run announcements will be posted hereon.
Price each $1200.00 for the 5 piece set.
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This 42G4815 parachute deployment container packed the G-1 24' Cargo Parachute for use with aerial delivery containers such as the A-5 (above) and others. This container was widely used in all theaters of operation during WWII. This parachute container was simply tied in place to the loaded aerial delivery containers. This pack includes durable cotton duck canvas dyed in UV resistant light OD#3 or dark OD#7 (Your choice), high strength OD nylon tie tape, a rigid plywood base, and custom duplicated white parachute harness webbing with military spec cad plated snap hook. This is a must for anyone with an aerial delivery container without a parachute pack. This item does not include the cargo parachute or H-harness which attaches to the V-rings on the end caps.
Price each $250.00 Each.
(WWII Imp Made)
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Made from 100% cotton duck canvas sun-resistant-dyed in either Light Khaki, Od #3, Mustard Khaki, or Pea Green canvas material, with heavy brass zipper, and OD#3 cotton webbing. Includes Interior pockets. The bag includes the stamped AAF logo and nomenclature stamp.
