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Cockpit® Flying Tigers Goatskin A-2
Cockpit® Pearl Harbor Vintage Lambskin A-2
Cockpit® Government-Issue Horsehide A-2
Cockpit® Antique Lamb A-2 | Cockpit® CBI A-2
Cockpit® King of the Jungle A-2 | Cockpit® Cotton A-2
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The Cockpit®
Flying Tigers Goatskin A-2
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 The American Volunteer Group (AVG), or "Flying Tigers" as they became known as, were volunteer pilots from all branches of the US military who fought for China as "civilians." The group was formed prior to America's involvement in WWII and were brilliantly led by Claire Chennault (who was eventually promoted to the rank of General and commander of the 14th AF). The exploits & successes of the Flying Tigers, usually against superior numbers, became legendary.
This outstanding A-2 is a tribute to the this elite group of aviators. Features include a supple medium brown goatskin shell, snap-down collar with collar stand (a feature found on earlier A-2s), box-stitched epaulets, two front cargo pockets (with authentic WWII-era pocket flaps), two interior pockets, nickel throat latch, brass zipper under wind flap, one-piece back, 100% cotton lining (with fully embroidered American Volunteer Group "banner" sewn onto the lining), and a WWII-style leather hanging strap (box-stitched on the back). The front of the jacket features a multi-piece leather Hell's Angel (3rd Pursuit Squadron) patch, the left sleeve features a 14th AF bullion patch, and the back of the jacket features a leather "blood chit" with multi-piece US flag and China-Burma-India insignia. A truly authentic jacket! Made in the USA.
Note: this jacket is made to vintage military sizing specs, so the fit is snug. For an authentic fit, order your regular size; for a more "normal" & comfortable fit, order one size larger.
Fit: Military (click for info)
Please allow an additional 7-10 business days for shipment.
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The Cockpit® Pearl Harbor
Antique Lambskin A-2 Jacket
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The "Pearl Harbor" portion of this jacket's name is a bit of a misnomer since this jacket is not a reproduction of the standard military-issue horsehide A-2 commonly worn by USAAF pilots at the time of the Pearl Harbor attack. Instead, it is an accurate reproduction of the type of A-2s that were custom-made in China for pilots of the American Volunteer Group (the AVG or Flying Tigers). These jackets were made from lightweight lambskin leather and were meant for warm weather wear. The AVG Flying Tigers were originally formed as a volunteer fighting group prior to December 7 1941 so they did not "officially" represent the US Military and their flight clothing was often not official US Military-issue.
This jacket faithfully replicates those custom A-2s from the early 1940s. The "washed" antique lambskin leather is extremely light in weight and very supple, requiring absolutely no break-in period. It features the slim fitting body & sleeves common to A-2s of that era and the lambskin has a variety of subtle scuffs, color variations & range marks to enhance its rustic "weathered" appearance. Other features include a snap-down collar, two exterior cargo pockets with side-entry handwarmers (which was a popular & often requested custom feature since military-issue A-2s from that era lacked any sort of side pockets), three interior pockets, 100% cotton lining, one piece back, knit cuffs & waistband, an embroidered American Volunteer Group "chit" sewn onto the lining (another popular custom feature among AVG pilots), stitched-down epaulets and an antiqued brass zipper.
This is an outstanding A-2 in every way and its light weight makes it a year 'round garment! Color: russet brown. Made in the USA.
Fit: Military (click for info)
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The Cockpit® Horsehide A-2
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In 1930, the original specs for the A-2 jacket called for horsehide: a tough, durable & plentiful (at that time) leather. Today, the Cockpit® still produces a "tough as nails" horsehide A-2 using military-grade horsehide, although the leather is not as commonplace as it was back in the '30s. The horsehide is dyed to a russet brown and features a variety of natural creases, folds & surface graining (these are naturally occurring characteristics and are not flaws in the leather).
Features include a snap-down collar, two exterior cargo pockets (no side-entry handwarmers), one piece back, knit cuffs & waistband, stitched-down epaulets, antiqued brass zipper, and 100% cotton lining. The A-2's styling is universally beloved -- even General Douglas MacArthur (a non-flier) chose to wear a horsehide A-2 -- and its popularity continues to this day. This is a true pilot's jacket that will serve you just as faithfully as it served the AAF pilots of the '30s & '40s! Color: brown. Available in regular & long sizes. Made in the USA.
Note: just like the WWII originals, this jacket has no side-entry handwarmer pockets nor any interior pockets.
Fit: Military (click for info)
Please allow an additional 7-10 business days for shipment.
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Free Gift with purchase of this item!
How to figure your Size!
Free Gift with purchase of this item!
How to figure your Size!
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The Cockpit® Antique Lambskin A-2
with US Flag Lining
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This Cockpit® Antique Lambskin A-2 has a patriotic "The Nation Salutes You" embroidered and silkscreened nylon liner featuring two US flags. The liner's design is a nostalgic tribute to all US Military service men and women and features a number of nice touches, like a pair of embroidered AAF wings, silkscreened US Military insignias and scroll, and even a vintage-style pin-up (signed "To the boys in the cockpit. Keep 'em flying"). The jacket is constructed from soft & supple antique lambskin leather and includes a snap-down collar, two front cargo pockets with side-entry handwarmers, stitched-down epaulets, storm flap over heavy-duty antique brass zipper, two inside pockets, knit cuffs and waistband, and a roomy full-cut fit. The antique lambskin leather will further distress as you wear it to give you that desirable "battle-worn" look. Full cut for a slightly oversize fit.
Fit: Full Cut (click for info)
Please allow an additional 7-10 business days for shipment.
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The Cockpit® CBI Lambskin A-2
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The Cockpit® China Burma India Lambskin A-2 commemorates the flyers of the 23rd FG that defended the China-Burma-India theatre during WWII. It features a classic "pin-up" nose art on the back, along with the CBI insignia and the insignia of the American Volunteer Group (the original Flying Tigers). In addition, all the classic A-2 features are here, including snap-down collar, two front cargo pockets with side-entry handwarmers, stitched-down epaulets, storm flap over antique brass zipper, two inside pockets, knit cuffs and waistband, and one-piece back (which is normally not found on a lambskin jacket due to the small size of the hides). The antique lambskin leather will further distress as you wear it to give you that desirable "battle-worn" look. The jacket is lightly insulated and features a satin lining with WWII escape map and WWII "newspaper clipping" and a "pilot ID" for a nostalgic touch. This is a limited edition jacket -- once these are gone, they will no longer be available. Full cut for a slightly oversize fit. Made in the USA.
Fit: Full Cut (click for info)
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The Cockpit® King of the Jungle A-2
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This Limited Edition "King of the Jungle" Lambskin A-2 from The Cockpit® features a WWII-style "nose art" scene, depicting a classic "jungle girl" pin-up with a roaring lion, on the jacket's back. All the classic A-2 features are here, including snap-down collar, two front cargo pockets with side-entry handwarmers, stitched-down epaulets, storm flap over antique brass zipper, two inside pockets, knit cuffs and waistband, and one-piece back (which is normally not found on a lambskin jacket due to the small size of the hides). The antique lambskin leather will further distress as you wear it to give you that desirable "battle-worn" look. The jacket is lightly insulated and features a satin lining with WWII escape map and WWII "newspaper clipping" and a vintage-style garment label for a nostalgic touch. This is a limited edition jacket -- once these are gone, they will no longer be available. Full cut for a slightly oversize fit. Made in the USA.
Fit: Full Cut (click for info)
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The Cockpit® Cotton A-2
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Get the classic look of an A-2 without the weight! This ultra-lightweight Cockpit® A-2 is made of 100% cotton with a washable leather collar and leather trim. It features stitched-down epaulets, snap-down collar, two front cargo pockets with side-entry handwarmers, an inside pocket, and a sturdy brass zipper. The jacket has a roomy, oversized fit for unrestricted comfort. Its light weight is ideal for late Spring, Summer, and early Fall weather... yet offers ample protection as a windbreaker for those gusty days! Imported.
Fit: Oversize (click for info)
Please allow an additional 7-10 business days for shipment.
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A-2 Collection, Page 1
All jackets must be signed for with a photo ID and are insured.
Important note regarding Cockpit jackets:
January 2006 - The Avirex brand has been acquired by Marc Ecko Enterprises (MEE), which will design, manufacture and distribute sportswear and nonleather outerwear under the Avirex brand name, with emphasis on the youth and urban market. Military apparel formerly sold under the Avirex brand will now be sold under The Cockpit® brand. The Cockpit® is owned and operated by the former owners of Avirex, but is a separate line that is not associated with the Avirex brand owned by MEE. All current Avirex-branded flight jackets have been discontinued, although many of them will crossover to The Cockpit® brand.
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