History ·

The Cardboard Box: Packaging as in 1942

Why every Mitchell comes in a plain carton.

History ·

Nose Art on the Flying Jacket

How a piece of equipment became an art treasure.

Materials ·

Riri, Talon, Crown: the Zips

Who still makes them today, and how to recognise an original.

Materials ·

What Sets Capeskin Apart from Goatskin

Two hides, two characters - and why the choice decides how the jacket drapes.

History ·

The Story of the Legendary A-2

Well over 700,000 jackets, more than 20 makers - and a cult object to this day.

Uncategorized ·

The Story of the A-2

How a 1931 service specification became the best-known flying jacket in the world.