Early Irvin on ebay...... Short Arms??

[coanda]

Has anyone looked at this Irvin? Very nice but are the arms on the short side???
http://www.ebay.com/itm/15068226615...AX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649#ht_500wt_1141
Cheers
Rick

 

[Roughwear]

Yes. They are 22.5" which is very short. They are usually 24"+.

 

[Dr H]

Can you identify the manufacturer please Andrew?

 

[Roughwear]

It was made by Irvin Air Chute. This jacket dates to 1938-9 and it looks very odd with the shortened Dot sleeve zips as the sleeves have lost some of their taper. The seller can be a little economical with the truth in his auctions.