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Vintage 1971 Brill Bros. leather flight jacket with classic military-inspired styling. Size 42 . This distinctive vintage jacket features a dark leather exterior, plush dark faux fur collar, front zipper closure, two large flap-front pockets, ribbed wool cuffs and waistband, and a black rectangular velcro chest patch. this patch is there for easy change of name tag when promoted. it is authentic at issue and stitched with professional heavy duty stitching. There are lots of vintage patches with velcro that you can purchase from and etsy to add to this area, or you can remove it and cover with another stitched down patch. I also saw on Etsy where you can get a patch made with your own name.This jacket is a great piece for vintage clothing collectors, military aviation enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates authentic vintage outerwear. It is very Top Gun and cool looking.DETAILS- Brand: Brill Bros.
- Year: 1971
- Era: Vietnam era
- Style: Leather flight jacket / bomber jacket
- Color: Dark brown to black
- Material: Leather exterior; collar material and waterproof poly lining
- Closure: Front zipper works well
- Pockets: Two large front flap pockets
- Cuffs and waistband: Ribbed wool knit with slight hole or two from age.
- Condition: Good vintage, pre-owned condition with light wear consistent with age and use. There are a few small mendable holes in the wool trim but not very noticeable. shown in the photos. There is also a very small place where the color is worn under the arm but looks easy to fix with shoe polish. I zoomed in in a photo so you can see it. The zipper works great!A NOTE TO BUYERSThis is a size 42 vintage garment dating to 1971, not a modern reproduction. Please review the measurements before purchasing, as vintage sizing may differ significantly from contemporary sizing.Measurements are best taken with the jacket laid flat:- Pit to pit: 22 in
- Shoulder to shoulder: 19 in
- Sleeve length: 23 in to cuff 26 in including cuff
- Back length, collar seam to hem: 22 in to trim 24.5 in including trimPlease use the photographs and measurements to determine fit.
