Bomber Jacket
 

I recently lost my RAF WW2 sheepskin flying jacket. It was made by a company called "Aviation Leather" (I believe), who had taken over the original "Irvine" name/label, and faithfully reproduced the jackets. I got it ten years ago, and can't find any trace of the company on the net. I know they do, or used to supply jackets to the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. Does anybody know of an address/phone number?:confused:

Try here
 

WW2 'Irvine' Jacket
J-2 (RAF Replica Jacket)

Scramble! - This is your chance to own a piece of history, a replica WWII RAF "Irvine" Flying Jacket. Made in the UK from the original "Irvine" pattern with buttery soft Icelandic sheepskin, this jacket features gusseted arm vents, brass eyelets and buckles, cozy slash pockets and a tall fluffy collar. This is a lifetime jacket that will really turn heads.

Features

Fine colour matched leather
Sheepskin lining
Two front slash pockets
Double welted seams
Brass eyelets & zipper

http://www.kwsurplus.com/spitcrazy/aviationclothing.htm

Aviation Leathercraft at Thruxton have the current licence to manufacture the Irvin jackets.

Made in the UK
 

Please note that in my post it indicates that the jackets are made in the UK. Most likely, by Aviation Leathercraft. Check out the website and get the Canadian price V the UK price. If the Canadian Price is cheaper considering VAT in the UK it might be better to bring it in from Canada. Since the jacket is made in the UK most likely you won't have to pay customs duty.


IMHO
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Just google search for Aviation Leathercraft (uk only) and its the first answer.

Think you'd have to pay VAT despite made in UK. Not sure about Canadian imports but tax on US leather (was looking for a US western saddle) is 22%.

Thanks guys, have address and phone number, although website doesn't seem to work. Google obviously the way forward. Now, can anyone help me track down my lost suitcase......!:(

$695 Canadian. That's too steep, man.

http://www.flyingjackets.co.uk/products.asp

Slickster

I think from memory a new one is around £400.

I'm selling mine (yes, a genuine Aviation Leathercraft one) in size 42 if I remember correctly, for around £240. It's hardly been worn, and virtually unmarked.

If it's any good to you please email me as per profile:)

BOAC's normal fee is 10%