FiveStar Leather Reproduction J.A. DUBOW MFG CO. A2

[Youngblood1989]

Very exciting indeed! Will the first run be only goastskin? Russet and seal?

 

[mulceber]

Yeah, that’s what Shawn told me. They’re getting this special goatskin in now, and then in the new year they’ll add horsehide (in the same colors, I hope?).

 

[Shawn Ali]

I believe that Dubow used RAU snaps rather than United Carr.

I have that proper Press Snaps as well, I will use in this contract as original in the images.

Shawn

 

[Shawn Ali]

Dear Shawn, will zippers be better copies of Talon?

What type of better copies you are expecting, if there is any problems with existing zippers please highlight, all of our zippers are imported from Talon International.

Best Regards

Shawn

 

[Shawn Ali]

Very exciting indeed! Will the first run be only goastskin? Russet and seal?

Yes its is, later on will also be available in HH leather.

Shawn

 

[Shawn Ali]

I just checked Eastman's guide, and you're right, 2BM2K, RAU ball studs were used for the Dubow 27798. Given that GW, BK and Dubow all use United Carr, however, and Shawn's already invested in these press studs, I think it's fair for him to stick with them.

I have the both press snaps in inventory

Here is the similar as used in Original Jacket.

Shawn

 

[Flightengineer]

What type of better copies you are expecting, if there is any problems with existing zippers please highlight, all of our zippers are imported from Talon International.

Best Regards

Shawn

I expect your new jacket will be with exact copy of WW2 Talon used by Eastman, Aero etc




Modern incorrect "replica" of Talon International like used AVI and Bronson








Сan you show a photos of the zippers that you plan to use on your Dubow?

 

[Shawn Ali]

I expect your new jacket will be with exact copy of WW2 Talon used by Eastman, Aero etc




Modern incorrect "replica" of Talon International like used AVI and Bronson








Сan you show a photos of the zippers that you plan to use on your Dubow?

Dear @Flightengineer

Thanks for your great suggestions, I can surely buy them If you have a bulk buying Source for these zippers you are suggesting please send it to me, I will contact them to buy.

Best Regards

Shawn

 

[bellumbill]

Yes, watching closely. Thank you Shawn and all those who have contributed helpful information. Very best, Bill K.

 

[fongman]

Dear @Flightengineer

Thanks for your great suggestions, I can surely buy them If you have a bulk buying Source for these zippers you are suggesting please send it to me, I will contact them to buy.

Best Regards

Shawn

Actually, Shawn acquired a early type M-39 of Talon zipper. You can compare different talon zippers by their model in the mash jp
http://www.mash-japan.co.jp/oversea/cgi-bin/plist-eng.cgi?cno=17

 

[ties70]

I am not sure if I actually came onto something but could this be a zipper option for FiveStar?

Metal Injection Zipper / YKK FASTENING PRODUCTS GROUP

This is a metal ziper with fins on the sides of elements. The unique element shape gives your garments a distinctive look.

www.ykkfastening.com

I am no expert but it looks like a decent CROWN clone by YKK...

Can somebody else please chime in?
I do not want to direct @Shawn Ali the wrong way, so if you think this is totally wrong then say so...

Ties

Edited: ...and here is some more info and better pictures...

Zipper Catalog - MZF Metal Injection

YKK Zipper, Hook and Loop, Plastic Buckles and Notions, Snaps and Buttons and Webbing Product catalog

connect.ykknorthamerica.com

 

[B-Man2]

That does look pretty cool and would look sweet on an A2.

 

[ausreenactor]

Might be a bit more durable too!

 

[Shawn Ali]

Hi Dear Friends

I hope that all of you are fine and doing good, Well after weeks of working on the Dubow patterns finally today we have some results to share with you, I will welcome the suggestions from members here,
Regarding The Zipper as this contract was made also with Talon zipper so we used this, Regarding Leather we made a special Tanned Goatskin Leather in Russet like the Original Jacket we also have Plans to make this in Horsehide Leather in coming months.
Please find some below images for your review

We used 100% Wool Knits made in USA for our Dubow Jacket, we have these knits available in two colors Seal Brown this jacket have and Russet Brown

I will wait for your comments and suggestions

Best Regards

Shawn

 

[ties70]

@Shawn Ali , don't forget to mention that you have made a giant step forward and solved the issue with the "boxy shoulders", too:

 

[flyincowboy]

Wow nice jacket with a little bit of wear and aging it will look fine!

 

[ausreenactor]

Desist all conversations and receive my funds!

 

[ties70]

Desist all conversations and receive my funds!

Trevor,

this forum has created a monster...it's alive! It's aliiive!!!

 

[ausreenactor]

This is pretty impressive!

 

[Swedish_Pilot]

Looks fantastic! Looking forward to see the size chart and start the ordering process!