Post by darktide on Nov 2, 2011 15:43:15 GMT 8
Walked into a thrift shop in Cubao this morning and was pretty shocked when I saw a real deal issue USN G-1 leather flight jacket hanging on the door by the entrance. This is the one that has USN punched in small holes on the right flap which cannot be seen when the zipper is closed. It is the same type jacket worn by Tom Cruise in the movie "Top Gun" when he rides his motorcycle. It is in excellent condition and is dated 1971 (which puts in the Vietnam War era).
This jacket was brought to use by the U.S. Navy in the 1930s, and standardized by the Navy in 1940 as the M-422A. It became known as the G-1 post WW2. Used by the USN, USMC and Coast Guard pilots and personnel on flying status. I believe it is still current issue.
Tag indicates contractor is Brill Bros., who did indeed make these for the USN.
The price? A ridiculously low Php 1,150.00... It was 1.5K, but I was able to haggle it down.
This jacket was brought to use by the U.S. Navy in the 1930s, and standardized by the Navy in 1940 as the M-422A. It became known as the G-1 post WW2. Used by the USN, USMC and Coast Guard pilots and personnel on flying status. I believe it is still current issue.
Tag indicates contractor is Brill Bros., who did indeed make these for the USN.
The price? A ridiculously low Php 1,150.00... It was 1.5K, but I was able to haggle it down.
"Steady, on!"- Philippine Armored Division motto.
