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Buzz Rickson´s US Officers Chukka Boot vs. Red Wing shoes Style No. 9017 Beckman Chukka

http://www.buzzrickson.com/

The Chukka Boot was one of a handful of shoe designs that were utilized by Officers of the US Army and Air Force during WWII.

It was popular due to its simplistic design, and low ankle support. With only two lace holes they are very easy to put on and remove.

The Buzz Rickson recreation is lovingly crafted by hand with a genuine Goodyear leather welt, beautiful top-grain leather upper and 100% authentic 'Triple Wear' rubber heel and sole. They are traditionally formed on vintage lasts for ultimate authenticity and outstanding quality.

http://www.redwingheritage.eu/

The 9017 is part of our Classic Dress Beckman collection. The collection is derived from the boot’s classic Red Wing styling and the use of our exclusive Cigar Featherstone dress leather custom tanned at our S.B. Foot Tannery, located in Featherstone Township, Goodhue County, MN. It is a light weight and durable leather, a combination that mirrors the name. These boots are a chukka style and can be polished in keeping with their dress status.
 The Beckman Collection is named after Charles Beckman, the company's founder. Mr. Beckman owned a shoe store in Red Wing. In his advertising he promoted himself as Beckman, The Shoe Man. As a prosperous Main Street merchant, he saw first-hand the need for durable and comfortable boots. In 1905 when he couldn't find boots to meet his needs, he started his own shoe company. Navigating the muddy streets of Red Wing was part of his daily routine. He needed sturdy boots that could be polished to match his status as a successful Main Street merchant and shoe company owner.


My opinion. Both pairs of shoes are appropriate to wear uniforms. It depends only on about how much you want to be authentic ...

USN Watch Cap and WWII US AAF type A-4 wool knit Mechanics cap´s

http://www.buzzricksons.com

The US Navy 'Watch Cap'; so named from the sailors' duty of keeping watch.

Made from top quality worsted wool, the design is precisely matched to the original construction, with the unique 6 petal crown design to ensure a neat fit and appearance which hugs the contour of the head.

Embellished with San Diego USN Stencil.

 

http://www.buzzricksons.com

 

The A-4 knit cap was used by ground crew of the Army Air Force during WWII. Cold winter days on the airfield whilst arming a B-17 bomber for a mission, called for such a cap.

Made from top quality worsted wool, the design is precisely matched to the original construction; the unique 6 petal crown design ensures a neat fit and appearance which hugs the contour of the head.

Embellished with George AF Base & Army Force Stencil.

 

http://www.eastmanleather.com

 The A-4 is a simple plain weave knit hat, made from an Olive green, 100% wool yarn.

They were used by aircraft mechanics and armourers throughout WWII, when conditions were too cool for the A-3!

The Eastman A-4 is another great accessory item. Our 100% wool yarn is matched to the original in quality and colour, and due to its extra fine quality it's not itchy! .

One size fits all.

 

http://www.mash-japan.co.jp

 

In AAF, a star is Air pilot crew, but must not forget Mechanics crew who support on the ground. In extreme cold winter at the Europe battle line, D-1 Jacket and A-4 Cap were supplied for protect them who worked for flying a fighter as B-17 and P-47 in best condition. Originally A-4 Cap was supplied for Ground Crew, however some Air pilot crew love to use this Cap.

Recreate Details

• Knit : 100% Worsted Wool
• Sewing at Top : Sewed by flat 3 needles machine

 

 

US GI Belt´s...

Original USAF GI Belt start in September 1947 - now.

Original US ARMY / NAVY / MC / AAF /
AF GI Belt start 1930 - now. 

US ARMY/AAF M-37 Khaki Trousers Belt, Repro.(M.O.C.) start 1937 - 1960  http://www.mash-japan.co.jp/oversea/eng_moc/collection/m37belt/index.cgi

The M-37 Khaki Trousers Belt was standardised 1n 1937, as an enlisted man's use. But it is also well-known that it was used by officers in fields or flight missions. And it was used throughout the whole of WWII. There were some kind of color variations on the webbing, such as brown khaki and olive khaki. The color of our reprodused cotton webbing is kind of most typical khaki color amoung the original belts. All other details are matched to the original in weave, width and matel parts.

PRODUCT FEATURES :
•Webbing : 1 1/4" width 100% Cotton
•Color : Olive Khaki
•Buckle : US Army Original Brass Buckle same type as Wartime, finished in Matte Black
•End Tip : US Army Original Brass Tip same type as Wartime, finished in Matte Black
•Marking on the belt : refer to the photo

Various Sizes(Belt Length without Buckle):
•30"(96cm)
•32"(101cm)
•34"(106cm)
•36"(111cm)
•38"(116cm)
•40"(121cm)
•42"(127cm)

 http://www.mash-japan.co.jp

Pull Tab(Horsehide) for Zip Slider on AAF Clothing, Repro.(M.O.C.)

http://www.mash-japan.co.jp

You might have a problem with a missing leather pull tab on your AAF Clothing such as A-2, B-3, B-6, B-9, B-10, B-11.... Actually, it is bit inconvenient to pull down & up the slider without the pull tab. Besides the looking of the clothing itself is not so nice without the pull tab.
Thus, here's our reproduction pull tabs! !
Our Pull Tab was full-reproduced from the original in shape, color and material.

• Material: Horsehide
• Color: Seal Brown
• Measurement:1.9cm(W) x 5.3cm(H)
• How to Tie?
The instruction such as above image is attached with the tab.

Various Purposes for :
• AAF Clothing such as A-2, B-3, B-6, B-9, B-10, B-11..

 http://www.mash-japan.co.jp/oversea/cgi-bin/prd-eng.cgi?itemno=95-51-3302&ck=

 I used the A-2, and kit bags by Eastman Leather Clothing...

Gloves USAAF type A-10 by Eastman Leather Clothing

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The A-10 was standardised on July 20th 1938, as an intermediate weight glove, and was used throughout the whole of WWII.
It was standard issue to all aircrew, and exceedingly popular it was too.

Attractively designed, it was made from a supple Goatskin leather and lined with a fine wool knit. The ribbed wristlet was also made from a 100% wool knit.

True to form, we have reproduced the A-10 to exact U.S.A.A.F. spec.

Made from authentically tanned supple Goatskin leather (the A-10 was only ever made from Goatskin), our A-10 is sewn to perfection.

We have matched the lining and wristlet in the correct material, colour and weave. An authentic AAF decal is also applied to each glove as per the originals.

It is the perfect accessory for any of the U.S.A.A.F. flying jackets! Available in sizes XS, S, M, L, XL

http://www.eastmanleather.com/product_info.php?products_id=136