WW2 BRITISH IRVIN FLYING JACKET

Stunning jacket.
This came in straight " Out the Weeds " . I have the airmans name.
Good wearable jacket with no leather issues like the usual rot, tears, repairs, thinning or finish loss.
Mid war 4 piece back.
Good fleece with little loss.
No chain or label.
See pics for sizes , approx 40 inch chest.
I was going to keep this one and to that end it was sent to Byson Leather for a £400 refurbishment inc., softening and treating the leather, waist belt replacement but using the original buckle and front collar strap replacement.
I also had an elasticated strap fitted to the back of the collar as it was absent .
Collar strap and waist straps were present but not in great shape.
Irvins are rare in this condition these days and if they have rot or tears they tend to be problematic.
My intention was to keep this jacket due to the leather being so good so I wanted it refurbed to a high standard.
Front zip is the later type Lightning.
Maker marked and works well.
Sleeve zips are brass Lightning marked and also work well and don't open up themselves as most do , one still with it's leather puller.
If you want a jacket to wear you will really not find much to beat this one !
V.G.C.
Please Note : Sale is for Jacket Only !! flying helmet purely for display but speak to me if you want to buy it

Code: 60212