1941 B-3 Flight Jacket

[Roughwear]

This B-3 from the no name AC 17812 contract dates to 1941 and was made before the US entered the War. The maker has never been identified. I have owned others from this contract and some were made of redskin, although this one is made from dark seal spray finished sheepskin. There are several panels which have been spliced in the factory. An unusual feature of this jacket is the use of goatskin for the facings rather than horsehide which is commonly seen on this contract.It has clearly seen some use judging by the wear to the cuffs. However the M-39 Talon zip is in tact without the usual wear to the male end. The fleece is strong and supple without decay.The buckles are in remarkable condition without rust. It is marked as a 44 and is a comfortable fit.

 

[GoodTimesGone]

Great condition for an early B-3. Looks to be a nice fit with room for layering. Where did you acquire it?
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Tom

 

[dujardin]

very neat

congrats

 

[Silver Surfer]

damn, thats a nice herd of animal skin that you are showing today. each and every one a winner.

 

[Roughwear]

Great condition for an early B-3. Looks to be a nice fit with room for layering. Where did you acquire it?
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Tom

Thanks Tom. I got this from the US.

 

[CBI]

nice looking - be careful wearing it!!! I have had terrible lick wearing original B-3's!!!!! they fell apart.

 

[Roughwear]

Have no fear John. This one is not really for wearing. It lives happily on its mannequin.

 

[saucerfiend]

Beautiful B-3, Andrew. Do you have a separate room for the mannequins displaying the jackets? If you, love to see a few pics of that room.


Brian

 

[dmar836]

Yes. I'd love to see how you display these.
Dave

 

[TankBuster]

I love nice condition, clean original B-3 jackets. They are just such a cool looking jacket.