Description
The G1 was originally introduced in the late 1930s but became standardized by the US Navy in 1940. This flight jacket was
worn by pilots of the US Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard. Famously known as the flying Tigers" AVG (American Volunteer Group),
this group flew with China over the pacific during WW2. Also worn proudly by Hellcat Pilots and Phantom Crews during the War in Vietnam.
Today this jacket is worn by Tomcat and Hornet pilots. Our version of this jacket is made following military guidelines specified by the US Navy.
Details:
Hand Crafted Authentic and Historic Design.
100% Steerhide Leather.
100% Sheepskin lined collar.
Cotton lined with wadding .
Two outer button-flap patch pockets, one inside pocket.
Features a hiddern pen-pencil slot on the left side.
Knitted cuffs and waistband.