Best current 5* A-2

[B-Man2]

I don’t want to sound repetitive but ….
“me too’, me too!

 

[herk115]

Is your star on here anywhere?

I’d be interested in seeing your RW and Star as well.

Keep after me on that, you guys. I'll post it as soon as I can. Don't let me forget.

 

[Blackboxr1200S]

Since this is about the "best" 5* A-2's.

I ordered the DUBOW 27798 A-2 in goatskin a few months ago.

Some of the pics below were posted in other topic, but added a few ( got what creative in some for IG ) but you get the idea.
This is by far the most comfy jacket I own. For me, fit is perfect and in general, quality build and leather are great.
The arms are not the tightest, but to say these are baggy arms, does not bother me a bit.

So I someone would ask, what's the best 5*? this one is a candidate.
Jacket s a few days old here in the photos.

Size 44 with an inch added to back length.

 

[B-Man2]

That’s a good looking jacket .
What made you decide to add the extra inch in the back ? Smart move for sure .

 

[Blackboxr1200S]

That’s a good looking jacket .
What made you decide to add the extra inch in the back ? Smart move for sure .

Thanks
First A-2 I ordered at 5* was a seal1939 Werner Sportswear.
Length was spot on, so ordered same length on the Dubow, because I HATE jackets that are off in length or short sleeved.

 

[B-Man2]

Thanks
First A-2 I ordered at 5* was a seal1939 Werner Sportswear.
Length was spot on, so ordered same length on the Dubow, because I HATE jackets that are off in length or short sleeved.

Yep .. same here … it took me a couple of different jackets but eventually I figured out my best measurements for an A2 and now I judge every jacket I consider purchasing by those measurements. No more mistakes , no more resales .

 

[Blackboxr1200S]

Yep .. same here … it took me a couple of different jackets but eventually I figured out my best measurements for an A2 and now I judge every jacket I consider purchasing by those measurements. No more mistakes , no more resales .

Good ol' trial and error

 

[Blackboxr1200S]

Hi folks,

I'm not going to start an new topic for this one simple question:

What patterns A-2 does 5* copy from an original jacket?
I know they do have the Dubow 27798 and happy with that one, but not 100% sure what other A-2's they offer where they do have an original one in their possession.
Looking to add a new HH for this spring.
Thanks.

 

[mulceber]

Hi folks,

I'm not going to start an new topic for this one simple question:

What patterns A-2 does 5* copy from an original jacket?
I know they do have the Dubow 27798 and happy with that one, but not 100% sure what other A-2's they offer where they do have an original one in their possession.
Looking to add a new HH for this spring.
Thanks.

contracts where Shawn was able to examine an original:
Dubow 27798
Rough Wear 27752
Poughkeepsie
Star Sportswear

Their United Sheeplined pattern was taken using VERY detailed photos that I sent them, but Shawn did not examine it in person.

 

[flyincowboy]

Been told that shawn have had some original in hands. pattern were made from these jackets

 

[Blackboxr1200S]

contracts where Shawn was able to examine an original:
Dubow 27798
Rough Wear 27752
Poughkeepsie
Star Sportswear

Their United Sheeplined pattern was taken using VERY detailed photos that I sent them, but Shawn did not examine it in person.

Been told that shawn have had some original in hands. pattern were made from these jackets

Wish other organizations offered the same level of service... ask a question, reply within minutes!


Thanks guys!

Now... must choose wisely in pattern and leather.

 

[WingAndaPrayer]

Wish other organizations offered the same level of service... ask a question, reply within minutes!


Thanks guys!

Now... must choose wisely in pattern and leather.

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What kind of fit are you looking for?

 

[Blackboxr1200S]

What kind of fit are you looking for?

Comparing these 2...
I do like both...
Rough Wear 27752 and the Poughkeepsie

 

[mulceber]

FWIW, I think either of those would be a good choice, especially since, out of the available options, they're the two that are most different from the jacket you have. Variety being the spice of life and all.

 

[Blackboxr1200S]

FWIW, I think either of those would be a good choice, especially since, out of the available options, they're the two that are most different from the jacket you have. Variety being the spice of life and all.

Oh you're a married man...

But yes, exactly that! Can't wear the same all the time.

Think I might drop Shawn a message regarding the HH options.

 

[flyincowboy]

Comparing these 2...
I do like both...
Rough Wear 27752 and the Poughkeepsie

You want be disappointed with the Roughwear 27752 i have this jacket in Steerhide.. Pretty well made jacket i didnot like the colour and had a redyed job.. should have ordered a mid brown HH...

 

[WingAndaPrayer]

I’ve had their dubow, Poughkeepsie and star. I would have to second the idea of getting a Poughkeepsie. In hindsight I should have gotten another one over the star. Live and learn!

 

[2BM2K]

Hi folks,

I'm not going to start an new topic for this one simple question:

What patterns A-2 does 5* copy from an original jacket?
I know they do have the Dubow 27798 and happy with that one, but not 100% sure what other A-2's they offer where they do have an original one in their possession.
Looking to add a new HH for this spring.
Thanks.

Also consider the inaccuracy of the labels.

The best are;
Doniger is good but needs correct size tag.
Dubow 20960 is good but needs size tag stitched to lining.
RW 27752 is goodish

 

[Blackboxr1200S]

Also consider the inaccuracy of the labels.

The best are;
Doniger is good but needs correct size tag.
Dubow 20960 is good but needs size tag stitched to lining.
RW 27752 is goodish

Good info! Thx.

 

[Blackboxr1200S]

That's Fivestar for you... email these guys and within the hour you have a reply...

HH options available and that reddish brown sure looks nice..
and so does the v(w)isky, and the pull up.
Or de steer in reddish brown below

Seal and black are not an option, I have a black civi jacket.


A poughkeepsie in that reddish brown , might be a winner.