This is a reproduction A-2 jacket. It is a size 48. It is in excellent condition. Cuffs and waistband are perfect. Rear has a stunning hand painted artwork of the 91. Depicts the B-17 Shoo Shoo Baby. Artwork is done by Aviation Artist Nick Gamarello. Front of jacket has a stunning hand painted squadron patch multi layered leather. Shoulder has the early 8. Air Force Stubby wing. This is done with leather dyes and will not peel or flake. Very much like a tattoo. Jacket is made of horsehide and measures from under arm to under arm at 26 and rear shoulder to shoulder 22 inches. Rear neck to bottom measures 24 inches. Shoulder seam to end of cuff measures 26 inches. Correct brown cotton lining. Pocket has a size 48 paper tag sewn in. This is a work of art. If there is a problem or concern contact me and Ill make it right. Once feedback is received I will reciprocate. The item “ARMY AIR FORCES TYPE A-2 JACKET PAINTED 91ST BOMBARDMENT” is in sale since Wednesday, December 2, 2020. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\WW II (1939-45)\Reproductions\United States”. The seller is “jgaviation” and is located in Edgewood, New Mexico. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Region of Origin: United States
- Modified Item: Yes
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Theme: Militaria
- Original/Reproduction: Reproduction
- Type: AAF A-2 PAINTED FLIGHT JACKET
- Conflict: WW II (1939-45)
- Modification Description: Hand painted insignia and artwork.