AVI Leather's B-6 sheepskin flight jacket review & pics

[FreddyF9]

That said, your jacket looks amazing @Brettafett, Even in a larger size!

 

[B-Man2]

Hey Burt, in my experience, the quality of the fleece on FiveStar’s B-6s is just decent.
I’m not sure how it compares to AVI’s but, in my opinion, AVI’s fleece looks much better than FiveStar’s!
Fivestar’s B-6 would be great for reenactment but not much else…

Ok thanks for that info … didn’t know that .

 

[Silver Surfer]

When I get around to it, I have to post pix of the avirex b-6 that I acquired (used) from Japan. Yeah, that’s right, an avirex. Why ya might wonder, “ an avirex”? Well, it is unlike any avirex I have ever seen. It is remarkably well detailed, even with a brass conmar zipper, and brown cotton canvas pocket bags. Recently, I was emailing with John lever, and he wrote that there was (is?) a made for Japan? Made in Japan? Line from avirex. That would explain why I have not seen one like the one I have. Also, it is a spot on fit, and less expensive than just about any repro b-6s on the market. That said, I concur, that one shouldn’t have to spend big coin for a nice b-6.

 

[Smithy]

I'm just going to say it, buy an Eastman (or GW) Brett.

Those little niggles never go away.

Just my 5 and a half rupees.

 

[Silver Surfer]

When I get around to it, I have to post pix of the avirex b-6 that I acquired (used) from Japan. Yeah, that’s right, an avirex. Why ya might wonder, “ an avirex”? Well, it is unlike any avirex I have ever seen. It is remarkably well detailed, even with a brass conmar zipper, and brown cotton canvas pocket bags. Recently, I was emailing with John lever, and he wrote that there was (is?) a made for Japan? Made in Japan? Line from avirex. That would explain why I have not seen one like the one I have. Also, it is a spot on fit, and less expensive than just about any repro b-6s on the market. That said, I concur, that one shouldn’t have to spend big coin for a nice b-6.

 

[leper-colony]

Brett
Did you take a good look at 5 Stars B-6?
Priced at around $580 for a size 40.
Looks pretty good and the fleece looks real good color wise. More like the color of an original and not as white as AVIs .View attachment 168475

 

[B-Man2]

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Looks like you’re pretty happy with your 5 Star .

 

[leper-colony]

Looks like you’re pretty happy with your 5 Star .

Random from their FB page.

 

[Shanghai-Mayne]

When I get around to it, I have to post pix of the avirex b-6 that I acquired (used) from Japan. Yeah, that’s right, an avirex. Why ya might wonder, “ an avirex”? Well, it is unlike any avirex I have ever seen. It is remarkably well detailed, even with a brass conmar zipper, and brown cotton canvas pocket bags. Recently, I was emailing with John lever, and he wrote that there was (is?) a made for Japan? Made in Japan? Line from avirex. That would explain why I have not seen one like the one I have. Also, it is a spot on fit, and less expensive than just about any repro b-6s on the market. That said, I concur, that one shouldn’t have to spend big coin for a nice b-6.

I heard that Avirex for Japanese market, as well. All jackets mainly made in China , after those unfinished jackets shipped to Japan , all they need to do is sewing a label, finish a pocket etc.

 

[mulceber]

I heard that Avirex for Japanese market, as well. All jackets mainly made in China , after those unfinished jackets shipped to Japan , all they need to do is sewing a label, finish a pocket etc.

Rather annoying, this trend of Japanese manufacturers claiming credit for Chinese manufacturing.

 

[Shanghai-Mayne]

Rather annoying, this trend of Japanese manufacturers claiming credit for Chinese manufacturing.

Only RMC have their own manufact facility, able to put together a jacket from raw materials.

 

[Dany McDonald]

Man all that B-6 talk has awaken the itch...

The photo of guy with the cup is really nice, thats the B-6 cut that I like!

D

 

[CK90]

Man all that B-6 talk has awaken the itch...

The photo of guy with the cup is really nice, thats the B-6 cut that I like!

D

Agreed, Dany. looks beautiful in that photo, much closer to an original.

 

[petermack09]

Price comparrisons.
As always, if you want uber accuracy in patterns, details and materials... You have to be prepared to fork out.

AVIs B-6 €549.00 ($578)
5 Star $573 for a 42
Bronson Mfg $799.99
Aero Scotland £1,140.00 ($1440)
Goodwear $1,299.00
Eastman £1,349.99 ($1700)
BR and RM arguably even more $$

$1299 for the GW,,,is that correct ? That's a bargain, where do I sign up:

 

[Brettafett]

Missed out! Was likely a sale jacket, or from a while back.
I dont know current prices.