Bomber Jackets: A Complete Buying & Styling Guide for Men

[@bmwstrikertv3233]

Music is 2 loud, please turn it down a bit, it's impossible to hear people who speak quite

[@Mr.Pink1992]

Not the first time this has happened.

[@oscarmoreno65]

Speak quite what? You didn’t finish your sentence.

[@thefancygoldfish]

@@oscarmoreno65 I think he means quiet

[@ParisLawLess]

No we can not

[@heehoopeanut420]

​@@oscarmoreno65I hope you make typos for the rest of your life.

[@domepiece11]

Military style clothing is cool. But please don’t wear stuff with rank, real unit patches, etc. out of respect.

[@robertthorn9560]

I inherited my dad's G-1, the originals have a military fit which is a slimmer cut than the non military version. Ebay is good source but remember the sizing, if it's a military issue vs. civilian , adjust accordingly.

[@kletts42]

I am not a big bomber jacket person, but I do own one and like it. It has a nice removable insulation layer so I can wear it in the early fall to late spring.

[@domepiece11]

A removable liner is great.

[@dougwalker1010]

I have an MA-2 that I was issued while in the Air Force in the late 1990s. It’s the only jacket from my issued clothing that I still wear. It looks cool, is not heavy, and still fits great. Awesome jacket.

[@janerkenbrack3373]

Good video as usual. I do differ in my opinion about non-leather jackets being bomber style. Though when I was in the navy aviators wore a nylon insulated jacket, I still hold that bomber jackets are leather. Aviator jackets are different. (They're not leather, for one.) The cloth versions you are calling bomber jackets, I consider to be grown from the varsity and coaching jackets family, versus bomber. I have a brown leather bomber I bought in Korea in 1988. It has cuts and scars the steer earned through its life visible to the viewer. I wear it mostly in spring and fall, and mostly over casual outfits, though I have used it to dress down a shirt and tie combo.

[@dylanchen5738]

I swear you guys at GG are mind readers. I've been scrolling through options for bomber jackets these 2-3 nights, one that is befitting of a gentleman and this video is going to be of massive help in my search!

[@gentlemansgazette]

The sartorial spirits were calling out to us, Dylan! 🔮 Glad to hear you enjoyed the video!

[@dylanchen5738]

@@TuneinR love you too, dad. See you at Thanksgiving.

[@bd3199]

@@gentlemansgazette Will you do one on field jackets?

[@somewonderfulguy]

You haven't mentioned Valstar. I'm happy to have their Valstarino dark brown suede jacket. Works perfectly with my brown Edward Green tassel loafers. For those who might consider Valstarino, you most likely will need to buy one size bigger (as I did), 'cause they are in slim fit.

[@heehoopeanut420]

thank you for recommendation. this helped a lot!

[@Dappertrucker]

A 2 is part of my general aviation uniform

[@williamkazak469]

I have the A2 bomber from Cockpit. It is goatskin. They are snug at the waist. I also have a leather racing jacket. I don't want to call it a motorcycle jacket because you would immediately think of Marlon Brando. It is slim with side slash pockets by Gap.

[@zombis89fisto]

Actually silk on a-2s were only allowed for officers if they did a good job in combat so which is why it’s harder to find originals with the lining.

[@KRW628]

I wore my USWings G1 on a grocery run this evening. The USW G1 isn't a reproduction; they have been a supplier for the Navy, so you'll be wearing an "issue" jacket. It's a good mid-range jacket, a good value for the money. Sizes range from small to 3X. The G1s are cut "trim", so order a size larger than you'd wear in other coats.

[@ByakkøGAMING777]

Always a staple in my wardrobe, especially because Steve McQueen wore them.

[@TechnoLawyer]

I have a basic cheapie MA1 style flight jacket in green from JCrew. I think it’s a cotton blend. Anyway, I like it, looks good and fits nice. Definitely pairs well with a t-shirt, dark denim, and boots.

[@pianofry1138]

I don't mind the drums in the background but if they could be lowered by like 20% I'd be able to hear the presenter more clearly. I don't know if anybody else feels that way. Its not a massive deal just something I wish would change.

[@iainmc9859]

You missed out two important names Harrington and Irvin.

[@TheGhostofCarlSchmitt]

This has nothing to do with the subject of this video, but do you consider it gentlemanly to sing Dua Lipa in karaoke?

[@tubularfantasy]

always a good day when the gazette uploads

[@oldhollywoodbriar]

The Indiana Jones jacket is the bomber jacket of choice for true adventure.

[@montanamountainmen6104]

I have 3 Leather A2 bomber jackets. One was my grandfathers from WWII. He was a 82nd Airborne Paratrooper, they loved the A2 jackets.

[@MP40meatballTR]

Will a guide for motorcycle jackets come?

[@gentlemansgazette]

This should be a good start for you! www.gentlemansgazette.com/schott-perfecto-motorcycle-jacket-2/?

[@TheSaneHatter]

I've got an LL Bean Commando sweater, too . . . but mine's blue.

[@thelegendofdarius]

If I would just pick 1 Jacket to do Indiana Jones cosplay it would be the 1 from Raiders of The Lost Ark. I would highly recommend wested leather co.

[@kyle_vr]

Does Schott make good jackets?

[@stevecookson3201]

Yes!!! I owned One as my first motorcycle jacket and wish I had never eventually grown out if it. It was not cheap back In 1983 when I bought it for about 275 bucks. It was worth every penny. I had to put it on " layaway" until I could pay it off.

[@Manuel421]

I have a red one currently so it's probably considered a bit more trendy but overall it's a nice looking jacket. Maybe someday I can get a Traditional Brown one. Keep up the good work gents.

[@carbonado2432]

bomber can be good for the slightly overweight. obese cant be helped

[@Digger456437]

Very informative video, thanks!

[@cdstoc]

I've worn a black leather bomber jacket for about 35 years now (same one, it's lasted great). I love it as it's warm and functional. Yet, it looks great with jeans and flannel shirts on up to office wear. Mine has a removable fur-like lining and a removable fur collar (which I always have removed).

[@ralphmarkasher]

As a military pilot, we don't call them bomber, just flight jacket. Also the G1 is only for Naval Aviators and was the M422. I have my issued G1 when I flew for the Navy and a A2 I got from Lost Worlds

[@gentlemansgazette]

Thanks for sharing Mark

[@KunaiKrazy]

I was tempted by the Spier Mackay Flight Jacket in white and black herringbone and I love it. Now I want the dark brown flight jacket but 650 is way too much for me.

[@MarcelGomesPan]

I like bomber jackets. I like to wear the kilt and the waist length and style of a bomber jacket goes great with it for casual wear.

[@gearhead1234]

Please ditch the background drum beating.

[@freshpressedify]

The background track is a little too loud in this one

[@choccymilk2960]

I got one yesterday and this video is very helpfull and entertaining love it

[@cad3.__]

What's the intro music name

[@FlyingTigersKMT]

Perfect timing, I’ve been looking for a bomber from alpha. Can you do a trucker jacket or denim jacket with shearling collar next?

[@kaibrunner3833]

Finally- where the jacket of our loved adventurer came from. Thank you GG! It is allways a pleasure!

[@heinzentertainments4661]

I bought a Schottt A2 style leather jacket with Fur collar from Schott europe( france) last year. It fits VERY snug, actually, with the jacket closed it is a bit diffucult to lace my shoes because the jacket works it's way up. But when standing or sitting, it fits perfect. If I get chubbier, I won't be able to close it anymore. The arms length is perfekt

[@maureencora1]

2023 Fall & Winter I Like the A-2, B-3, G-1 & MA-1 Jackets, Very Chic. Be Cool, Like Steve McQueen. (smile)

[@ericdmaki]

Video request - work wear jackets, like the Dickies Eisenhower jacket.

[@Sergei_Ivanovich_Mosin]

I got a brown leather Alpha Industries G-1 a few years back and the only thing I dislike about it is I can't wear it when the weather goes above +5 or below -20 (celcius), on the bright side around here that means only like four months out of the year.

[@rttoonist4275]

U.S. Wings has a vest version of the G-1 you might find more wearable during the summer. At first glance one might not recognize it as the same style of jacket as Maverick's from Top Gun, but a closer look shows all of the G-1's classic DNA: from the iconic detachable fur collar to the distinctive buttons on it's pockets, the waistband, the wind flap with USN perforated on it, the big brass zipper with leather pull, and the action back - it's all there except the sleeves and the patches. I really like how you can get a ton of different looks with it depending on what you wear underneath. It's just a really fun piece to experiment with.

[@Sergei_Ivanovich_Mosin]

@@rttoonist4275 You underestimate how miserably hot summer is around here

[@alexthai2456]

I like a real leather bomber jacket and not outside leather but inside clothes or mixing…… where could I find one???

[@toobalkain]

2 brands for A1 blousons, Valstar for suede and Moorer for synth fabrics.

[@sasha5320]

Styling for who ???? Surely not me🙃

[@Slingsby_architecture]

I have a jacket called a 'Gab or Ricky' from the English vintage clothes maker Heyday. Is this a sub variant of these types of jacket? They look like they are between a bomber and varsity jacket. Big collars, cuffs, and mostly in bright colours.

[@gentlemansgazette]

This one looks closer to a Harrington jacket, like these: www.gentlemansgazette.com/baracuta-g9-harrington-jacket/?

[@Slingsby_architecture]

@@gentlemansgazette Thank you that does look much closer to what I have. Another very interest video. Cheers

[@benzhang3913]

Nice introduction! Thank you !

[@Zaragil]

Does anyone know what the sleeve zipper pocket was originally for?

[@FlyingTigersKMT]

Map or other papers you fold and put inside.

[@Zaragil]

@@FlyingTigersKMT Thank you! Couldn't find anything on the internet and I didn't think it was there just to look cool.

[@edt6290]

Inside... cigs and a lighter. Outside, or rather "tubes" stiched into the sleave pocket, pen and pencil... Enlisted Army guys would normally have a red pen or pencil to note aircraft status. Bird up or bird grounded.

[@vineetasware4649]

great advice

[@Ruebenkopf]

Please do a video on suspenders!

[@ralphmarkasher]

Original A2 were lined with cotton, the M442 which became the G1 for the Navy was lined with rayon.

[@spaghettiking7312]

Please make a video on if you should starch your shirts!

[@gentlemansgazette]

Nowadays, as the demand for starching practices is very low, starching your day shirts is more of a personal thing. We may look into it for eveningwear purposes, though!

[@swedishbones8937]

At approximately 11:05 there's a suede gray/brown jacket. What brand is this and where might I find one?

[@coconuthead1361]

I got issued a G1 when I qualified for my job as air crew. Not sure it justified a five year contract, but it was a nice bonus

[@HowardRoark008]

Music to loud, it’s a quick fix though. Re-upload ?

[@sonnysantana5454]

their's a big difference between a bomber and a flight jacket

[@mrgt3201]

Good video but I wish you’d lose the background music. It’s quite irritating and distracting.

[@gunlimitedammo3888]

Ties with bomber jackets look great. Shame that didn’t even get mentioned.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Ties definitely look good with bombers if you're going for a vintage military look

[@antoniocabreralopez644]

How about the quality of The Jacket Maker garments? Are you satisfied?

[@gentlemansgazette]

At the end of the day it feels like a cheap leather jacket, especially the lining on the inside

[@claytonfinley488]

Love your videos but that outfit bro…1) As a portlier gentleman you should avoid zipping up your jacket. 2) Those large cuffs with that much contrast are making your legs looks shorter, contributing to the portly effect. 3) Match your boots to the tone of your jacket.

[@Restless318]

thank you as too many haha but love that jacket

[@rogerr.8507]

Since this isn't a classic clothes channel anymore, can you do video on the embroidered japanese artwork bombers?

[@lanceroparaca1413]

Lol...Not classic?

[@DenisZaharenko]

My favorite is the B-3

[@chico413]

Good interesting, but the music is to loud and to stressful, it’s hard to hear the voice. Thanks

[@frankmartinez4856]

Such a Kool Video 😊

[@rudyberkvens-be]

I enjoyed this video!

[@manuelsemente]

Great video!

[@aquil3scach088]

They are worn by skinheads nasis in Europe 😔

[@carbonado2432]

any particular color or style?

[@alexanderfo3886]

But also a lot of punks, bouncers, bodybuilders, gansters and others. Also, not all skinheads are nazis and the 1990s have been over for quite some time now. Get over it.

[@alexanderfo3886]

@@carbonado2432 Most often, I would say they wear black M1A1s, often combined with badges showing their ideological stance. However, the hayday of this look among the far-right was in the 1990s and has been over for quite some time now.

[@peterandrewcaudwell6619]

Good choice of watch to go with the jacket, the Oris fits into the overall theme and has an understated but classy look.

[@TechnoLawyer]

If Federico (Delray watch) is sending you watches to wear and you’re featuring them in videos and mentioning it, isn’t that a form of sponsorship? 😆 You’re getting something - cool watches to use to complete the looks you’re showing in your videos. Fed is getting something - advertising. Seems like sponsorship. (And a good one, makes absolute sense for both parties).

[@Cafendless]

Nice Taxi driver reference!

[@alexanderfo3886]

The suede bomber jacket you wear has some early 1980s vibes to it, a bit like the one detective Josef Matula from the German crime show Ein Fall für Zwei wears in many episodes. Which is not the worst thing.

[@seannewill5520]

Hmmmm, so what is the difference between a bomber jacket and a biker jacket???

[@Egilhelmson]

A motorcycle never includes a Rep.of China Blood Chit. Of course, neither did most bomber jackets.

[@wilsonclark3072]

Any jacket is a Bomber Jacket if you have the right attitude...

[@otracuentaperra4290]

Practical and accurate advice as always. You guys are the top.

[@makeracistsafraidagain]

As a Veteran, I recommend leaving the military look for people who served.

[@rogerr.8507]

I recommend minding your own business

[@alexanderfo3886]

I admit I would find non-military people wearing military badges or even rank insignia on such an item most confusing, but I think a m1a1 without such is perfectly acceptable. I don't know about the military you served in, but the one I served in defined uniforms as only valid uniforms when having insignia on them.

[@lanceroparaca1413]

Just for insignia. The rest is irrelevant