Schott Wings of Gold Brown Leather Bomber Naval Flight Aviation Jacket Men's L

Schott ~ Wings of Gold Leather Bomber Naval Flight Aviation Jacket Color: Brown Men's Size Large Genuine Leather Genuine Sheepskin Detachable Collar Used - The leather has creasing to it throughout - There are a few small/minor nicks/imperfections - SEE Image(s) Pit to Pit Measures Approx. 23" Across Shoulder to Bottom Hem Measures Approx. 26" Sleeve Length (From Top) Measures Approx. 27" Jacket is NOT Vintage. The G-1 has been the primary leather flight jacket for Naval Aviators dating back to the 1920's because of it's durability, warmth and good looks. Marine Aviators, who received their training under Navy direction, also wore the G-1. For a period of time after beginning and late into WWII, the G-1 leather flight jacket was even supplied to Army airmen. This 27" thick supple antique lambskin G-1 jacket has a detachable sheepskin collar, two-way front pockets, an intricate lining depicting the story of "Wings of Gold". This heavily decorated G1 flight jacket is made in thick supple antique lambskin, with detachable sheepskin fur collar and side entry pockets. The detailed liner tells the story of the coveted "Wings of Gold", a rigorous two year flight school training program to which Naval Aviators are subjected. This jacket is imported.