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Type A-2 Mark 31
The Gibson & Barnes Mark 31 is a tribute to this rare, historical A-2. It is made from large, grade-A, vegetable-tanned goatskin that has been drum-dyed and pigmented the original Air Corps russet brown color. |
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Type A-2 Mark 43
The Gibson & Barnes Mark 43 A-2 has all the features found in the original World War II A-2s. It is made from 3-ounce horsehide, the lining is tightly woven, plain-weave cotton, and the collar is attached directly to the body of the jacket. |
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Type A-2 Mark 41
The A-2 was the aviator’s badge of honor and they proudly wore their jackets in the air, on and off base, and especially home on leave.
Gibson & Barnes’ Mark 41 A-2 is typical of A-2 jackets made just before World War II. |
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Flying Tigers A-2
Our AVG and CBI jackets are genuine Type A-2 Mark 41 jackets like those worn by many Flying Tigers. They are genuine russet brown horsehide with wool cuffs and waistband, cotton lining and nickel zipper with bell pull. |
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Navy M-422A
Admiral “Bull” Halsey wore an M-422 when Hornet launched Jimmy Doolittle’s B-25s toward Tokyo in 1942. Lt. Butch O’Hare, the Navy’s first ace and a Medal of Honor winner, wore his M-422 flying F-4Fs with Fighting 3. |
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Shearling B-3 Jacket
Made from warm sheepskin shearling, the B-3 was the most popular winter flying jacket of World War II. Hollywood loved it too, and it was immortalized in countless World War II movies including Stalag 17, The War Lover, and 12 O’clock High. |
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AN-J-3 USAAF/USN
The AN-J-3 was a late war, short-lived production of a leather flight jacket to be used by both the AAF and USN flight crews. |
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Civil A-2
The A-2 jacket is steeped in military history. Lt. Col. Jimmy Doolittle wore his during the 1942 raid, General Douglas MacArthur wore one at Inchon, and today every Air Force pilot has one. But civilians love them too. |
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Air Force A-2
The A-2 is the most recognized, desired, and coveted jacket ever made. Originally ordered by the Army Air Corps in 1931, it has been worn with pride by the military and civilians for over 70 years. |
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Civil G-1
The G-1 is an official Navy uniform item, but Naval Aviators can’t resist wearing it with their civilian clothes. Civilians love the jacket too. |
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Navy G-1
The G-1 jacket is one of the most coveted possessions of Naval Aviators. Most G-1s are covered with squadron, carrier, and aircraft patches from the aviator’s duty assignments. |
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Armee de l Air
The jacket is popular throughout Europe, not only with pilots, but also with students, girl friends, and enthusiasts. |
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Luftwaffe
In an emergency, the jacket can be worn reversed with the orange lining out. The collar is normally worn open but the jacket zips to the top of the collar, turning it into a warm turtleneck. |
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Skyliner Airline Jacket
Pilots for many of America’s best-known airlines wear Skyliner leather jackets with their uniforms. Its top quality materials, fine tailoring, and professional appearance have made it the most preferred and desired airline uniform jacket. |
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Catalina Airline Jacket
Whether you’re in the left seat of a 777 or in a skybox at the 50-yard line, the Catalina is casually professional and exceedingly comfortable. Its elegant European design has clean, classic lines that make it perfect for casual wear or uniform. |
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F-82 Flight Jacket
When you slip on your F-82 for the first time, you’ll know it’s the best of the Air Force and the Navy flight jackets. Its design is clean and good looking and its action back and gussets makes it the most comfortable jacket you’ve ever worn. |
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Military CWU
The Air Force developed two new flight jackets in the 1970’s; a summer jacket called the CWU-36/P and the winter CWU-45/P. The design is so well liked that it is the standard jacket for air forces around the world and is even popular among civilians. |
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Expedition
The Expedition is a precise replica of a jacket you’ve seen in a popular film. We found an original in Hollywood and duplicated every detail including the pattern, leather and hardware. |
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Raider
Whether you’re flying a seaplane in Alaska, exploring the Amazon jungles of South America, or telling about it at the local watering hole, this is the ideal jacket to be wearing. |
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Coronado Motorcycle Jacket
Coronado is a classic motorcycle jacket with a heavy-duty, offset front zipper that keeps out the winter cold, but opens into lapels in the summer. It is loaded with special pockets to carry your gear safely and it is designed for all-day riding. |
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Atascadero Motorcycle Jacket
Gibson & Barnes designed Atascadero for riding warmth and comfort. It is rugged and tough, keeps out the wind, lets you move freely, and has zip-shut pockets to store your gear. |
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Palisade Motorcycle Jacket
Palisade is a touring jacket that protects you from the elements and looks so good you can wear it out to dinner. |
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Maricopa Patrol Jacket
Maricopa is a great looking law-enforcement jacket that is so comfortable, you can wear it all shift-long and so rugged it will stand up to all the mistreatment you can dish out. |
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Hudson Police Coat
The Hudson police coat’s gleaming brass buttons, double-breasted style, button-down epaulets, and keyhole buttonholes make it look and fit like an elegant overcoat. Its tough leather, strong lining, careful design, will make it last for many years. |
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