Over 70 years ago the original A-2 was introduced by the USAAF. Our A-2 has all the style of its timeless predecessors but also sports narrow epaulets, hanging loop, patch pockets with snap closures, hand-warmer pockets, underarm eyelets, collar snaps, brown nylon lining, heavy-duty brass zippers and knitted wool cuffs that will not stretch or pill. Has two inside pockets, inside pencil pocket, an underarm expansion piece and a full-cut pattern for a looser fit. Jacket color is brown goatskin leather. Available in regular and long sizes. Imported.
Add a custom embroidered patch! --Two lines of text only: 12 characters (including spaces) per line, or a silhouette and one line of text. Click Here to see silhouette options
Notes
please allow up to two business days for embroidery of name patch.
please specify embroidery limited to two lines, 12 characters (including spaces) per line in item message box or specify silhouette and one line of text in item message box.
One Year Guarantee
Our one-year guarantee has not changed since we introduced our first product in 1962. If for any reason you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase, let us know—we will make it right. If you would like a refund or exchange, please return the product on a timely basis in the same condition in which it was received.
Price Guarantee
Sporty's guarantees competitive pricing on everything we sell. If you find a competitor offering an identical item at a lower advertised price, just mail or fax us the ad, and Sporty's will match that price.
Standard Express Shipping
We offer the fastest shipping in the business, so you won't have to wait for your important charts or a last-minute gift. Since we stock almost everything we sell, we offer same day shipping: in-stock orders placed by 5pm Eastern (weekdays), will be shipped that same day, often within minutes of ordering.
Plus, all orders arrive in just 2 business days with standard shipping.
Overnight shipping is also available on most items.
Return Policy
For over 40 years, in addition to same day shipping, Sporty's has offered same day returns and same day exchanges. Each day, we process all returns and exchanges before new orders go out. We know of no other company who does this!
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August 25, 2010 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
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The jacket is gorgeous. The leather is soft, flexible, and well...it smells great! There's just nothing like the scent of new leather. Quality and finish look good. Stitching is neat & tight. Pockets are roomy and comfortable. As a retired USAF vet, I can confirm this is an issue-quality jacket. Bought one for me and one for my father (who was a B-24 tail gunner in WW2). We both love our new flight jackets. Can't beat the price, either. I shopped around but ended up back at Sporty's.
Cons
No cons really. Just be aware that unless you plan to wear bulky layers underneath, buy one size smaller. That is, if you normally wear a "large", you should order a "medium". These jackets seem to run one size bigger than their label.
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February 20, 2010 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
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It was on sale, lots of pockets, and good looking jacket.
Cons
It's made in Pakistan and it is also not very warm.
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January 27, 2010 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
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Considering that my order included a custom name patch, I was amazed at how rapidly my order was completed and delivered!
Cons
I ordered a Large Tall as this usually gives me a perfect fit in jackets. In fact the sleeves are a little TOO long for me in this size on the jacket. However, the length is right to keep my bum warm on winter days, so I'm not complaining!
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I would have liked a silk lining to the jacket [as in the originals] but recognise that this would have added considerably to the cost. I would have paid the extra if it had been an option.
Overall, very satisfied.
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January 7, 2010 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
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No Pros Listed From This Reviewer.
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It appears too large in shoulders and chest for state size.
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Recommend more options for sizing and better explanation of sizes.
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December 31, 2009 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
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- Great Fit
- Excellent Leather
- Close Match to original A-2
Cons
- Pockets: 1. Side pockets need to be slanted down on the inside, they do not hold items well. 2. They also ride too high, should be placed lower on the jacket.
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February 25, 2009 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
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January 13, 2009 Would You Recommend This Product:
No.
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needs fleece or cloth insulator
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December 30, 2008 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
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Great fit, lots of pockets
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none
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December 2, 2008 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
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Very please with high quality jacket.
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March 23, 2008 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
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Initial thought of the coat was very nice. It even smelled like goat(must have been "hot off the press"). Elastic waist band snugs the coat up at the wrists and waist while the coat itself still remains comfortable. Quality of the leather is really nice, and it has the epaulet holders on the shoulders to give it that authentic "pilot" look. Pen holders are convenient (I use one for the arm on my sunglasses) and a a larger pocket for other things.
Name patch looks good and the embroidery came out professional. Even if you don't wear the patch the Velcro is still there and gives it more of an aviator look over normal leather coats.
Cons
Only thing I could see improving on is the hand warmer pockets. They seem to be a little too far to the side. It feels as if your hands are on your waist as opposed to other coats where they're a little in front.
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Awesome coat overall.
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March 7, 2008 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
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Roomy with good articulation gussets under arms; it's much better than the Avirex reproduction A-2 I've had since 1991.
Inside pockets with pen holders are useful.
Lining is good, jacket slides on/off easily.
Cons
not much, if any
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I really like this jacket!
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November 16, 2007 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
