1940 Wareings Irvin

[Roughwear]

Here is a recent Ebay purchase. The jacket is a 1940 Wareings Irvin in a large size, probably a size 6. It has clearly been used in the War, but has little wear to the fleece at the cuffs, hem and collar. The zips are all original and work perfectly. I have repaired the upper back by removing the damaged sheepskin and inserting two panels from flying trousers along with two seam tapes. This was how Irvins were often repaired in the War. It is now a great wearable jacket!

 

[CBI]

Looks great -congratulations

 

[Roughwear]

Thanks John. Wareing and co of Northampton were a pre-War maker of motorcycle gear. They had several contracts in the War for Irvins and other flying gear. They were a prolific maker of Irvin suits judging by the number I have seen over the years.

 

[PADDY_M]

Another gorgeous addition to the stable Andrew

 

[tibor]

Hi Andrew,
Is that your own handiwork? Beautifully done!

 

[Roughwear]

Yes, Tibor, all my own work!

 

[Roughwear]

Thanks Paddy. I really do enjoy restoring these vintage Irvins and A2s.

 

[Steve27752]

Nice work Andrew.

 

[Roughwear]

Thanks Steve. I am very pleased how it has turned out.

 

[Smithy]

Looks superb Andrew, great work!

 

[Roughwear]

Thanks Tim. It is a really robust jacket and nice to have the original zips.

 

[Steve27752]

Is it a keeper?

 

[Roughwear]

Yes Steve. It is ideal for wearing at Elvington with the Halifax in May.

 

[Steve27752]

Sounds good, a shame that I cannot come along.

 

[Roughwear]

It is a shame Steve.

 

[Marv]

Brilliant job, looks fantastic

 

[johnwayne]

Very nice Andrew, and once again gives me thoughts on whether I should get myself an Irvin or similar!
Cheers
Wayne

 

[Roughwear]

A couple of wearing pictures so you can see it is a generous fit.

 

[CBI]

damn!!! looks great.

 

[Smithy]

That's excellent Andrew, and plenty of room for a RN jumper or similar on really frosty days!