40's U. S. ARMY AIR FORCE A-2 Jacket MANUFACTURER DAVID D. DONIGER & CO. Used

  
We handle genuine Japanese products. For the fiscal year 1942 Spring-loaded CROWN ZIPPER Shoulder width 47cm Body width 57cm Length (from base of back of neck to hem) 63cm Sleeve length (from shoulder to sleeve end) 61cm The USAAF summer flight jacket "A-2" was manufactured from 1931 to 1943. The A-2 was the successor to the A-1, and its change from a button fly to a zipper fly was revolutionary at the time, and became a standard detail for later flight jackets.

It was mainly used in WWII, and after the war ended, many pilots brought it back to the military as proof of its design and functionality, as well as the fact that they had fought through WWII. This one is made of slightly stiff and wrinkled goatskin.

While the horsehide is whitish and deteriorates, this one retains a shiny look, and we hope you will enjoy the different atmosphere. The left armband is a USAAF patch with a three-dimensional look. The Donald Duck scordron is attached to the left chest. The parachute, lightning bolt, and detailed motifs suggest that this is the "309 Fighter Squadron" established in 1942. And what should be noted is the tag. The tag with the description of UNITED SHEEPLINED CLOTHING CO. Only 25,000 pieces were made. When it researched from the point of the sharp angle shape of the collar, the shape of the pocket flap, and the goatskin. There is no doubt that this is a rare piece, although the tag is different.

The history of warfare that has carried out many missions and overcome many obstacles is shown in the leather. Although there are some damages, the soft and lightweight comfort will be loved for a long time. It is a piece of clothing that is not perfect, and is filled with the best parts of old clothes. SAL(Japan Post) :2-4 weeks. Due to Japanese Post Service delay, estimated arrival time can be delay.

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