Hello, satinsmooth-ga!
The Bomber/flight jackets were definitely an earmark of early
skinhead clothing. To be sure that the skinheads did not wear some
special type of flight jacket that was of an unusual design, I checked
out a few sights devoted to skinhead attire. The jackets are, indeed,
traditional military flight jackets. Traditional bomber/flight
jackets, if not made of leather or coarse material, are actually made
of "satin nylon".
Overview of Skinheads flight jackets
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"Jackets were usually black, navy blue or olive drab American flight
jackets (also called bomber jackets), though occasionally one would
see a skinhead with a maroon flight jacket, this appeared to be the
acceptable colour deviation. The flight jackets would be adorned with
1" pins decorated with band logos or political slogans."
From "Taking It Back, Making It Strong!": The Boundary Establishment
And Maintenance Practices Of A Montréal Anti-Racist Skinhead Gang," by
Todd Ferguson, Department of Sociology, McGill University.
http://todd.digiplebes.com/edumuhkashun/masters/masters5.html
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Can you tell me a little bit more about the flight jackets and patches
etc.. that skinheads wear?
A. The Alpha MA-1 Flight Jackets are the easiest to find, since they
can be bought relatively at any military surplus store
And the different colored flight jackets?
A. Oh yeah, this isn't a rule of thumb, but usually happens this way.
Black flight jackets for the male skinhead, red/burgundy flight
jackets for the female skinhead, green/camo flight jackets for the
survivalist/skinheads and the blue flight jackets are usually
associated with straight-edge skinheads. sXe for short. I personally
recommend two flight jackets, one with patches, one without any.
Preferably a simple green one without patches for obvious reasons.
From "Frequently Asked Questions about Skinheads."
http://www.meta-religion.com/Hate_Groups/White_extremism/Skinheads/frequently_asked_questions_about.htm
==
The bomber/flight jackets can be found on auction sites like eBay or
in Vintage clothing stores. You can also buy new jackets of similar
design and fabric. The following flight jackets all have a "satin
outer shell", though the fabric is actually made of nylon.
* As you look through the list, you will notice that some look silkier
than others. I have included new jackets as well as used jackets from
Vintage clothing stores.
* Take a look at what I have found. Then, if all else fails, you can
have a custom flight jacket made for you by FlightJacket.com
From Skinhead World
====================
Warrior MA1 Flyer (Green)
http://styleof69.de/modules.php?name=Sections&op=viewarticle&artid=23
A Skinhead flight jacket that "was" for sale on eBay (sale is over):
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"Alpha MA1 Flight jackets NEW! Skinhead punk."
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3459774146&category=57988
From US Wings
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"All Alpha MA-1s are 15% OFF and all kids MA-1s are 10% OFF until
March 31, 2004. This is the classic USAF nylon flight jacket which
protected our pilots for decades, in the air and on the ground!
Insulated for warmth and features knit cuffs, collar and waistband."
https://www.uswings.com/clearance.asp
From Alpha Industries
======================
http://www.alphaindustries.com/btc/
ALPHA Replica Series MA-1
"Only a company with over 40 years of manufacturing mil spec clothing
for the most demanding of clients can claim to reproduce the originals
with absolute authenticity. Each Alpha Replica Series product is exact
the last detail, using original or accurately reproduced components
and fabrications to replicate the real thing."
http://www.alphaindustries.com/btc/product_display.aspx?l=00060000000000000000&p=AA101366
Customize with a logo:
http://www.alphaindustries.com/custom_main.aspx
From Flying Tiger
==================
Alpha CWU-45/P Flight Jacket (Sage Green)
"This Alpha flight jacket has a 100% nylon flight * satin * outer
shell. It is fully lined with quilted flight nylon and polyester fill.
It has knit cuffs, waistband, storm flap, two fully lined cargo
pockets, combination utility pocket on sleeve, removable velcro logo
patch and is water repellant. US materials sewn overseas to military
specs.
http://www.flyingtigerssurplus.com/big-id-2-shbgid-4776.html
Alpha MA-1 Flight Jacket (Sage Green)
The MA-1 flight jacket by Alpha has a 100% nylon * satin outer
shell. * It has nylon lining and polyester batting interlining for
warmth. The MA-1 flight jacket has a front closure storm flap. A knit
collar, waist band and cuffs. It has a combination utility pocket on
the sleeve. The MA-1 reverses to indian orange for use in emergencies.
(This Alpha jacket runs small. Please purchase one size larger than
you would normally wear in a standard jacket). US materials sewn
overseas to military specs.
http://www.flyingtigerssurplus.com/big-id-2-shbgid-3760.html
From US Wings
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USAF MA-1 Flight Jacket
"This is the classic USAF nylon flight jacket... the MA-1! This
popular jacket protected our pilots for decades, in the air and on the
ground! Insulated for warmth, with 4 snap-close pockets (2 outside, 2
inside), knit cuffs, collar and waistband, and zippered combination
utility/pen pocket on left sleeve. For emergency situations, this
jacket is completely reversible to Safety Orange. Our MA-1 is genuine
government-issue! We offer this jacket in a choice of three colors, so
please specify. If no color is specified, Sage Green will be sent.
Made by Alpha. US Wings is an authorized vendor for US
Government-issue items."
http://www.uswings.com/ma-1.asp
CWU-45P Flight Jacket
"The current, genuine government-issue USAF and USN flight jacket,
manufactured to US Military specs, but made from * flite satin nylon
* instead of Nomex. This jacket has all the style and warmth you
could want, and all the details of the original! Two huge
velcro-closure front pockets, heavy-duty zipper over wind flap, knit
cuffs and waistband, and zippered combination utility/pencil pocket on
left sleeve. Chest plaque for velcro-backed leather ID included. Made
by Alpha."
http://www.uswings.com/cwu-45p.asp
From 1st Army
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CWU - 45-/P SAGE OR BLACK
"This jacket has a 100% nylon flight * satin outer shell. * It is
fully lined with quilted flight nylon and polyester fill. It has knit
cuffs, waistband, storm flap, two fully lined cargo pockets,
combination utility pocket on sleeve, removable velcro logo patch and
is water repellant. US materials sewn to military specs.
http://www.1starmy.com/Secure/ecommerce/details.asp?prdn=205
S- J-6621 MA-1 VINTAGE FLIGHT JACKETS GREEN
"Nylon outershell. Army Air Force logo silkscreened on sleeve with
zipper side pocket." Made in the U.S.A. GREEN
http://www.1starmy.com/Secure/ecommerce/details.asp?prdn=1293
SALE Knox by ALPHA M-A1 FLIGHT JACKETS SAGE
"MA-1 The classic U.S. Air Force flight jacket for over 40 years. For
use in cold weather climates (20 degrees F) Reversible to
high-visibility Indian Orange for use in emergencies.
Water repellent DuPont Type 6-6 Nylon ** Flight Satin Outer shell **
http://www.1starmy.com/Secure/ecommerce/details.asp?prdn=149
From Electric Chair
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Sage Green Nylon flight jacket
http://www.electricchair.com/Product.cfm?ItemNo=42
From The Last Resort
=====================
http://www.thelastresort.nu/
Alpha MA-1 Flight Jackets
http://store.lastresortonline.com/alfligjac.html
From Flight Jackets.com
=========================
MA-1 Nylon SPEC Jacket by ALPHA
http://www.flightjacket.com/detail.aspx?ID=18
From OxBloodoi
==============
http://www.oxbloodoi.com/punk.html
"MJ4 Olive Flight with Embroided back "Oi proud to be Skinhead (Size XXS)
Picture
http://www.oxbloodoi.com/MJ4f.jpg
From Vintage Trends (used flight jackets, if you want an older version)
====================
* I went through and culled out all the bomber jackets that were sage
green satin nylon. That way, you can skim through the list to look at
size and price. Some jackets have retained more of a shine, as you
will see.
(all pictures can be clicked on for larger view)
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"This jacket's fabric retains a luscious shiny sage green. All zips in
full working condition. Small one inch square damage at bottom right
hand side of jacket, on back. Doesn't distract from this piece."
Size: Small
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Sage
Shade: 9
Price: $45.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=96959A95848592&RN=10&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+MA%2D1
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"Jacket body is very clean with light staining on both elbows."
Size: Small
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Sage
Shade: 9
Manufacturer: Concord
Price: $45.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=94959C95828492&RN=123&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=MA%2D1
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"This is a security/police officer bomber style jacket, which has had
patches from both sleeves."
http://www.vintagetrends.com/search/itemdetails.asp?YZ=96949F9A8B8592&RN=3&TR=4&SS=bomber+jackets&
=
"Minor paint splashes to lower left pocket and lower left cuff. Also
comes complete with stars and stripes flag."
Size: Medium
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Green
Shade: 8
Manufacturer: Alpha
Price: $45.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=96949F95898592&RN=1&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+L2%2DB
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"Jacket seems to have shrunken in the wash, to maybe a size large. Has
light stain above left pocket."
Size: XL
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Sage
Shade: 8
Manufacturer: Alpha
Price: $75.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=9694989E838592&RN=2&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+L2%2DB
=
"Light weight flying jacket in excellent condition. All zippers fully working."
Size: Medium
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1980
Condition: #1
Color: Sage
Shade: 9
Manufacturer: Alpha
Price: $95.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=94939C9C868492&RN=3&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+L2%2DB
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"Alpha MA1 jacket made to military specs for the fashion market.
Jacket has Ideal zips, both fully working. Bottom welt has what
appears to be a cigarette burn, same style cigarette burn between
zipper and right hand pocket. Pin prick hole to middle of back. Light
staining to cuffs."
Size: Medium
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1991
Condition: #2
Color: Sage
Shade: 9
Manufacturer: Alpha
Measured Chest: 44
Measured Arm: 31
Measured Length: 26
Price: $58.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=9894999E898692&RN=5&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+MA%2D1
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"This is an orginal Alpha MA-1 flight jacket in excellent used
condition. Jacket is very clean and has minimal staining through use."
Size: Small
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Shade: 9
Manufacturer: Alpha Industries
Measured Chest: 40
Measured Arm: 34
Measured Length: 25
Price: $75.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=9893999F8C8692&RN=6&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+MA%2D1
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"This is a genuine Alpha MA1 Flight jacket in good used condition.
Jacket is lightly stained through use. Zipper appears to have been
replaced with a genuine scovill reversible type zip. Main body lightly
stained. Collar, cuffs and welt 100% complete. Overall nice jacket."
Size: Medium
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1980
Condition: #1
Color: Sage
Shade: 8
Measured Chest: 44
Measured Arm: 31
Measured Length: 26
Price: $115.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=969A989A898592&RN=7&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+MA%2D1
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"Jacket is very clean with no staining. Collar, cuffs, etc. are
slightly pilled. Zipper is in working order."
Size: Medium
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Sage
Shade: 9
Manufacturer: Alpha
Price: $45.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=96959A95878592&RN=9&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+MA%2D1
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"Jacket has had two chest patches removed. Has had two hand repairs
around both armpits. Zipper in full working order. Could do with a dry
cleaning."
Size: Large
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Sage
Shade: 8
Price: $40.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=96959A95828592&RN=12&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+MA%2D1
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"Jacket has two pinprick holes at front and is slightly stained at front."
Size: XXL
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1980
Condition: #1
Color: Green
Shade: 8
Manufacturer: Alpha
Price: $55.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=96949F98828592&RN=13&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+MA%2D1
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"Jacket has graffiti on right arm "Skinz".
Size: Small
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Sage
Shade: 8
Price: $30.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=96949B9D868592&RN=14&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+MA%2D1
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"Jacket has water staining to front zip area. also staining to back"
Size: X-large
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #2
Color: Sage
Shade: 8
Price: $55.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=94959B99878492&RN=22&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+MA%2D1
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"Jacket is a very light colored sage. The hanger hook has come loose."
Size: Medium
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Sage
Shade: 9
Price: $40.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=94959B99838492&RN=23&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+MA%2D1
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"Bottom right of zipper has two tiny holes in it."
Size: Medium
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #2
Color: Sage
Shade: 7
Price: $35.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=94929C9A828492&RN=26&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+MA%2D1
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"Jacket has seen use and has a small series of paint splashes to the
back and left cuff. Stitching at left pocket coming slightly loose.
Zipper in full working order."
Size: Large
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Green
Shade: 8
Price: $45.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=94919E99868492&RN=29&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+MA%2D1
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"Jacket has been well used and has sun fading due to age. Zippers in
full working order. Left arm seam is slightly coming loose."
Size: Small
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Sage
Shade: 6
Price: $35.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=94919D96838492&RN=31&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+MA%2D1
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"Jacket is free from holes or damage. Very clean."
Size: Small
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1980
Condition: #1
Color: Green
Shade: 8
Manufacturer: Alpha
Price: $45.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=94919C94868492&RN=35&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+MA%2D1
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"Jacket is very clean, zipper fully working. Cuffing is clean."
Size: Medium
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Green
Shade: 9
Manufacturer: Alpha
Price: $45.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=94919C94818492&RN=36&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+MA%2D1
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"Jacket has seen light wear. Is free from holes or abrasions."
Size: Large
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Green
Shade: 8
Price: $45.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=9491989C848492&RN=42&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+MA%2D1
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"This is an early issue, made in a sage nylon. Light staining
throughout jacket. One handstitched repair to front of waistband.
Waistband and cuffs are slightly pilled. Scovill zippers fully
working. Three 1/8 inch abrasions to back of jacket."
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1980
Condition: #2
Color: Green
Shade: 8
Measured Chest: 46
Measured Arm: 33
Measured Length: 26
Price: $115.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=94919C98868492&RN=104&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=CWU%2D45%2FP
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"MA-1 flight jacket in super size and super clean condition."
Size: XL
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Green
Shade: 9
Price: $50.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=969499998B8592&RN=113&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=MA%2D1
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"Pinhole at bottom, back of jacket. Stain on right arm."
Size: Large
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #2
Color: Sage
Shade: 6
Price: $45.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=96929F95838592&RN=114&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=MA%2D1
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"This flight jacket is good used condition."
Size: Large
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Green
Shade: 8
Price: $45.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=949A9898848492&RN=116&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=MA%2D1
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"Alpha in good used condition, ready to wear."
Size: Medium
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Sage
Shade: 8
Price: $45.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=94949597848492&RN=124&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=MA%2D1
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"Classic MA-1 in good condition, ready to wear."
Size: Medium
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Sage
Shade: 7
Manufacturer: Concord
Price: $50.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=94939B99818492&RN=126&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=MA%2D1
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"MA-1 in good condition."
Size: Small
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Sage
Shade: 8
Price: $45.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=94939B98888492&RN=127&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=MA%2D1
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"Alpha MA-1 in good condition."
Size: Large
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1990
Condition: #1
Color: Sage
Shade: 9
Manufacturer: Alpha
Price: $45.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=94939B98868492&RN=128&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=MA%2D1
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"This is a Concorde MA-1 free from holes or damage."
Size: Small
Fabric: Nylon
Year: 1980
Condition: #1
Color: Green
Shade: 9
Price: $55.00
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=94919C94858492&RN=132&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=MA%2D1
Whipperleys Military & Outdoor Clothing and Equipment
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Flight Jacket MA 1 Jacket USAF
"Flight Jacket - Buy Online, US air force specification flight jacket
aka (bomber jacket)
Metal zip, elasticated wrists, hem and collar, reversible
High quality nylon outer, soft polyester filling
Flight jacket available in Black, Blue or Green
http://www.whipperleys.co.uk/acatalog/army_surplus_combat_jacket_flight_jacket.html#a120
US Wings
========
"The B-15 became the standard issue flight jacket of the USAAF in
1944, originally constructed from olive oxford cloth. The B-15 was one
of the first synthetic fabric flight jackets, and ours are just like
those worn by our USAF F-86 pilots during the Korean War. Made of
nylon/satin outer shell with synthetic mouton fur collar.
Water-repellent 100% wool knit waistband and cuffs. 4 slash pockets
with snap fasteners (2 outside, 2 inside). Zippered combination
utility/pen pocket on left sleeve. Authentic details include oxygen
mask retention tab and headset cord tabs. Made by Alpha."
http://www.uswings.com/b-15.asp
Green Toy Box
===============
Flight Jacket JD01023
Nylon satin outer shell with nylon lining and polyester batting
interlining. Reverses to high visibility Indian Orange for use in
emergencies. Embroidered.
http://www.greentoybox.com/item466.htm
Ace Jackets
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Leather Flight and Bomber Jacket Store for A-2, G-1, B-3 and Others
http://acejackets.com/
Custom Jacket
==============
In case you have not found exactly what you want, FlightJacket.com
will make you a custom jacket!
"Custom jacket made the way you like it and to your size. We will
follow your direction and instructions, as well as the size
information that you will provide to create your custom jacket. Custom
flight jackets are not limited to standard sizes or specific spec any
more. No matter what your size or design request is, you now will be
able to purchase a custom leather jacket or flight jacket, made to fit
you properly and the way you like it. For big and tall, small and
short, no size is too small or too large; get a custom A2 bomber
jacket, the G1 Navy jacket or create your own design. Select any one
of the leather jackets or products that we make, provide your size
information on the size page, and for a very affordable custom charge
($100 only, in most cases) get your very affordable custom jacket."
http://www.flightjacket.com/custom.aspx
(Read more to see what aspects you can customize)
One Last Option
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There are other "satin" jackets that have that "silky" feel which are
often sold with corportate or sports team logos. You may order a kelly
green jacket, free of any design, from Macoy.com. While billed as a
"Satin Jacket", please also be aware that it is made of 100% nylon.
(The only problem is, there is no picture of the green, and I have a
feeling it might be too bright)
http://www.macoy.com/Store/jackets.htm
Click to enlarge:
http://www.macoy.com/images/1184.jpg
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I sure hope you have found a good fit among this list!
umiat-ga
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Clarification of Answer by
umiat-ga
on
11 Mar 2004 14:09 PST
Hello, satinsmooth!
If the MA1 jacket you saw is very different from the jackets profiled
in my answer, I cannot help but think that you saw a custom-made
jacket or one from a very small clothing line that is no longer
represented and cannot be found on vintage clothing sites!
* The most comprehensive listing of vintage flight jackets can be
found on Vintage Trends, which list over 143 flight jackets (most of
which I linked to in my original answer)
** Please **** look once more at this MA1 flight jacket from Vintage
Trends. This fabric is visibly "ripply" in the front and has a soft
drape from the shoulders!
http://www.vintagetrends.com/common/showpic.asp?FL=lot/198&PC=198-0018.jpg
http://www.vintagetrends.com/military/itemdetails.asp?YZ=9694989E838592&RN=2&TR=144&SS=&MC=Military+Surplus&CA=Men&SC=Jackets%2FCoats&ST=Alpha+L2%2DB
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The MA1 jackets worn by the skinheads and which are still carried on
Vintage clothing sites are commercially made jackets. The softest
material is called "Satin-nylon" and is the type of outer material
used in many of the jackets I referenced. I have found no examples of
a different type of MA1 flight jacket that uses any softer material
other than those that are commercially manufactured with "Satin
nylon."
As you can see from my search strategy, I did do an extensive search
for satin flight jackets, as well as satin jackets of other types,
just to see if I could find anything else "resembling" the jacket you
might have seen. The only other flight or bomber jackets I could find
were made by Luckybrands, and do not seem to be what you are looking
for (they are also quite new):
http://www.apackrat.com/apparel/mens_coats_outerwear/casual/pn3.html
Luckybrand Antique Satin Zip-up Jacket
http://www.overstock.com/cgi-bin/d2.cgi?cid=17436&PAGE=PRODUCT&PROD_ID=647028&fp=F&siteID=U2xgy9w8t8E-OzNvjNd6.EJGHtMIdtzXgg
Here is another example of a Black Bomber jacket with a "satin feel",
but it is made of the same satin-nylon material as those I have shown
you!
http://www.whipperleys.co.uk/acatalog/security_clothing_equipment.html
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Since you have further clarified that the style you saw was definitely
an MA1 flight jacket, and you have not seen any matches even on the
skinhead vintage clothing sites, I can now only assume it was custom
made or a very limited copy that is no longer available.
Again, here is a link to a typical MA1 flight jacket worn by the
skinheads as found on Skinhead World.
http://www.styleof69.de/images/warrior/WARRIORMA1FLYER.jpg
Also, I want to reiterate that the MA1 flight jackets do have an outer
shell described as "100% nylon satin, as referenced on the following
site:
http://www.flyingtigerssurplus.com/big-id-2-shbgid-3760.html
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I have been searching again, extensively, since you posted your
clarification and have come no closer to finding that perfect jacket
you saw! I have even searched under "silk jackets" and "silk flight
jackets"!
To be sure I am on the right track, I just got off the phone with
Flightjackets.com to ask about the silky material you have mentioned.
They responded that have never known of a commercial flight jacket
manufacturer with a lighter material than the Satin nylon. However,
they are more than willing to make you a custom jacket of any material
you desire.
Flight Jackets.com (as I refereced in my original answer) will make
you a custom made jacket of any fabric or design. You may locate your
own material if you wish, to be sure that it is exactly what you want.
I told them you were trying to locate at a sage-green silky material,
and they assured me they could manufacture a jacket for you of with
that material. However, since jackets of this type of material are not
commercially produced, you must be prepared to pay several hundred
dollars. (The cost would be substantially less on a large order)
Phone contact for custom orders: 1-888-777-5433 (in the US)
http://www.flightjacket.com/custom.aspx
(If you are outside of the US, please see their contact page for email links)
http://www.flightjacket.com/aboutus.aspx#TO%20CONTACT%20US
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Another alternative would be to find a good custom tailor where you
live. I imagine they might make you something for considerably less,
and you could be sure they have the exact design and material.
Where do you reside, and in what country did you see the flight jacket?
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