Great 1960s USAF issued MA1 Bomber jacket. This one is made by Skyline, one of the best known / regarded makers. Green nylon shell with orange on the reverse, with green wool knits, it’s a timeless (and reversible!) design. Lovely conmar zip fastenings. Label is present and clear dating to 1961, this is the rare MILJ8279C, first contract to have the orange lining, a collectors piece in its own right!
Condition
In great vintage condition. This piece is over 60 years old.
We consider wear and repairs part of the garments story but “flaws” of note are -
We have replaced all the wool knits with mash Japan replacements. Some marks / fades as shown.
Please study all photos provided and request any extra pictures if required.
Size
Size marked a medium, please note these are a boxy fit.
Measures approximately 25” armpit to armpit, 18.5” across the shoulders, 24.5” back of neck to base, 18” pit to cuff, 24” shoulder to cuff and 21” across the waistband I stretched. All measurements are in inches, if you are unsure about fit and if you require further measurements please just ask.