Luftwaffe · fighter pilot · 1942

Luftwaffe 1942 - Fighter pilot’s jacket in capeskin - “Blouson Cycliste”

The fighter pilots’ jacket of 1942 - reborn true to the original at Mitchell.

from 1.049 € incl. VAT
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History

The story of the Luftwaffe 1942

The Mitchell Mfg. “Luftwaffe 1942” is a typical leather jacket for a German fighter pilot from 1942. It has all the important details typical of that period, such as material and workmanship.

We use “ZIPP” zippers (repro) as well as original PRYM press studs and D-rings. The “Luftwaffe 1942” is made of extra soft Capeskin and has a silver-grey rayon lining. It has an inside pocket on the left, which can be closed with a zipper. The typical design of a motorcycle jacket, the “Blouson Cycliste” of the 1940s, cannot be denied in this fighter pilot’s jacket.

Fighter pilots in “Blouson Cycliste” jackets
Fighter pilots of III./JG 54 at Varrelbusch, 1944
Josef Priller and Kurt Tank
Josef “Pips” Priller and Kurt Tank, Wevelgem 1942

Although always the same from the outside, there were countless small differences in detail. For this reason we at Mitchell Mfg. decided to produce a fighter pilot jacket which the pilots of the 3rd group of the JG 54 wore when they flew the FW190 D9 “long nose”.

This model flight jacket has not been around since 1945. A classic design that is absolutely timeless. We are proud to bring this leather jacket back to life and back into the air and onto the streets. This lightweight jacket was especially popular amongst officers in the Luftwaffe.

Whether you are flying a Messerschmitt or driving a sportscar across the country, with the “Luftwaffe 1942” you are on the move in absolute style.

Luftwaffe · fighter pilot · 1942

Luftwaffe 1942 - Fighter pilot’s jacket in capeskin - “Blouson Cycliste”

The typical leather jacket of the German fighter pilot of 1942 - extra soft leather, silver-grey rayon lining, “ZIPP” zippers (repro) and original PRYM press studs.

from 1.049 € incl. VAT
Size chart
Handmade Made by hand, with the original materials of the time
Delivery In a cardboard box of natural materials - as it was then
Made to measure Also made to measure - book an appointment at the showroom

Specifications

Authentic down to the last detail.

Item no. 1942 A-1 · requisition FL 31942 - the markings of the original issue.

Item no.
1942 A-1
Requisition no.
FL 31942
Leather
Capeskin
Colour
Dark brown
Zip
“ZIPP” reproduction, Germany
Press studs
PRYM, Germany
D-ring
PRYM, Germany
Thread
100 % cotton, mid brown
Lining
Rayon, silver-grey
Label
“Luftwaffe 1942”, woven

Sizes

Luftwaffe 1942 - Size Chart

Measurement diagram: Mitchell Mfg Luftwaffe 1942 Leather Flight Jacket - shoulder, sleeve, chest, waist and length
US sizeGerman sizeSuitable for chest (in)Chest (in)Waist (in)Sleeve (in)Shoulder (in)Length (in)
344438 – 404331.122.418.822.2
364641 – 4344.532.722.819.222.6
384844 – 4646.134.323.219.623
405047 – 4947.73623.62023.4
425250 – 5249.237.42420.423.8
445453 – 55513924.420.824.2
465656 – 5852.440.624.821.224.6
485859 – 615442.225.221.625
506062 – 6455.543.725.62225.3
526265 – 6757.145.32622.425.7
All measurements in inches

Please state your height, weight and chest measurement in the comments field at the end of your order. Measuring the chest: place the tape under your arms, breathe normally, do not tighten your chest.

Made to measure

Also available made to measure - a visit to our showroom is all it takes.

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