Anorak
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Hey guys, exited to share my latest find, an early 1970s Bowler's Shirt & Uniform Test Pilot jacket. There is not a lot out there on Bowler's. I guess Luna Replicas has partnered/owns the Bowler's brand now and they had a little info on their website: "Bowlers also became the official clothing supplier to Ford and Shelby for Daytona, Sebring, LeMans 24 hour race, and for many other teams throughout the 1960s. Simultaneously, Bowler's developed a market for fire retardant Nomex flight suits manufactured for the aviation industry, as well as NASA, the US Navy, and the Blue Angels." Bowler's was also the manufacture of Pace Flight Jackets. If any one has any more information on Bowler's, I would love to learn more.
I have had some trouble identifying who this jacket belonged to. The name on the tag is E. Campbell. One potential candite is Edward Campbell, who was a astronaut test subject for the Apollo Program. However, he left NASA in 1970, so depending on the dating of the jacket, it may not match his history.
Thanks!
I have had some trouble identifying who this jacket belonged to. The name on the tag is E. Campbell. One potential candite is Edward Campbell, who was a astronaut test subject for the Apollo Program. However, he left NASA in 1970, so depending on the dating of the jacket, it may not match his history.
Thanks!
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