i guess Rusty when you mean flying jackets you mean all types..not able to see the AFE type.
Well, 5 years ago i saw and bought a genuine 1943 RAF irvine for 10 quid, the odd hole but good incredibly thick sheepskin,
43?=4 piece back - they had leather shortage pre 43 and prior to this they were 2 piece back.
three weeks ago i bought a B3 shearling (with white sheep skin) that is indistinguishable from new for 65 quid.
MOTTO ...keep looking in CHARITY SHOPS