WW2 USAAF B-3 Sheepskin jacket review by AVI Leather

[@NegdoshaManido]

I have wanted a B-3 since I was a wee lad. I grew up around aviation, my dad being an Army aviator and then airline pilot. I myself have been flying since age twelve, and now with only four years until I retire as an airline pilot, I think it's about time I finally got the jacket I've wanted all these years. Thanks for the review! I just ordered mine! :D

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Congrats! You won’t regret it

[@MK-px3re]

Hey, did you get the jacket? Is it any good?

[@NegdoshaManido]

@@MK-px3re YES!! I got it just in time to wear it a bit before it warmed up this spring. Now that it is starting to cool down again, I've been wearing it once more. It is amazing, and totally worth it! It will take some more wearing to break it in, as it is still a bit stiff, but I do love it, and I get alot of comments on it. : )

[@JMaverick1985]

I’ve had my eye on this jacket from AVI! Was hoping someone would do a review, so thank you! Looks great and much cheaper than say an Eastman or aero

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Yes, really great value for the price.

[@JMaverick1985]

@@ReflectedSimulationsis it advised to go up a size? I usually take a 38 and I noticed you are a 40 but purchased a 42?

[@ReflectedSimulations]

@@JMaverick1985 not sure, I have their M422a and that’s a 42 as well. Better check the measurements or send them an email for advice

[@bodeine454]

​@@ReflectedSimulationsI normally wear a medium or size 40 jacket if they run true. I don't remember my chest size right off, I think I have it in my notes on my other phone but I'm curious, do you normally wear a medium or size 40 jacket?

[@ReflectedSimulations]

@@bodeine454 depends. 40 or 42. In AVI jackets, always a 42. I have a size 40” chest

[@Uhrig242]

Thanks for the great review of the avi b-3 !!! Good camera work which shows the great craftsmanship of the jacket .

[@kato8510]

you just made me order one! Im proud that my country made this jacket possible

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Nice, I hope you’ll like it

[@indianajon7980]

It's a superb looking jacket! I managed to get one back in the early 2000's and still wear it daily at this time of year

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Thanks! A good jacket should last a lifetime

[@chase5860]

Legit thought you were Rosie from Masters of the Air for a second haha. Great review. I'm seriously impressed by this jacket. Made to such a high standard and more faithful to the original B-3 yet so much more affordable than many of the other options

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Oh thanks, Rosie was my favorite character :)

[@Richard_Lush]

I bought a D-1 and honestly for the price it’s as good as an Eastman or Real McCoy. I’ve had a B-6 from Eastman and a D-1 from Real McCoy made in NZ before they moved their factory back to Japan. The quality, stitching and the use of horse hide for the binding is more accurate. I love it because I can layer it where I find the B-3 the shearing is much thicker and very warm. The D-1 is the perfect no nonsense jacket. They were mainly ground crew jackets but the pilots wore them over top of their A-2s as not as bulky as a B-3. Awesome jacket for a 1/3 of the price. Mine was made in China and was ready and shipped quickly. The Chinese are making some great reproductions to compete with the Japanese at a lower price point. Quality is excellent. I’d buy another in a second. Avi is great and very good customer service to boot. I feel like a paid reviewer but I’m not. I also like it because it’s not as flashy and the collar is not so huge. Before you buy a B-3 look at the D-1.

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Yeah the D-1 is a very practical jacket, and AVI did a great job on it.

[@xevi2889]

In few days i must recive a Bronco A2 horsehide seal brown jacket from Avi Leather and i can't be more excited!!

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Nice, congrats!

[@captainobvious1540]

I diddn't know I needed one. But now I know. Awesome review, quality entertainment. Thank you!

[@horaciodortona574]

I have an Eastman B3 and it is a great jacket, amazing quality, and yes pricey. Avi Leather I'm not familiar with, but now I have to check it out. Nice review.

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Eastmans are great!

[@VRSimWizard]

Beautiful jacket, and great review, Greg. Thanks for sharing.

[@sedlo]

That's a great looking Jacket, Reflected! Very nice!

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Thanks :)

[@EvansRG78]

I ordered my G-1 from them recently per your recommendation, looking forward to receiving it.

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Be sure to send some pics when you get it!

[@david-lv4iz]

Amazing Jacket Greg congratulation👏👏👏 and thanks for your review. I love video review about ww2 leather jackets on your channel keep it up.

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Thanks a lot!

[@chiefslief1886]

And again this is one awesome Channel with them leather jackets❤👍🏻🌹🌹

[@Hardrada88]

Another cracking video! You got me as a subscriber 👌 thanks for these!

[@Minong_Manitou_Mishepeshu]

Awesome jacket! I want an A-1 early 1930s style too.

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Those are really nice too. But I think the buttons are too fiddly, I prefer zippers

[@bodeine454]

​@@ReflectedSimulationsI know what you mean about the buttons being a pain but I'd like to add an A-1 to my collection just for the nostalgia of it.

[@TheBlues088]

Fits you great as they always do.

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Thanks!

[@razvanc8357]

can you pls tell me what is the purpose of those 2 pieces of material on the shoulders? maybe for the ranks at that time? or like replacements if the jacket is broken?

[@ReflectedSimulations]

@@razvanc8357 that’s where you sew on the ranks

[@juancarlosbravo2405]

Thanks

[@skywarp2180]

Hey Reflected looks like you traveled in time directly from 1942/43... I only missed you lightning a cigarrete!!

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Haha never smoked one in my life :)

[@skywarp2180]

@@ReflectedSimulations at that time everyone used to smoke!! An era when cigars didn't make harm lol Thank you for the year and amazing campaigns. Wish you a Merry Christmas!!

[@astrofransisco]

Amazing that B3! I have one schott’s and it’s my favourite jacket. What model are those Beautiful trousers?

[@EcuaBlackOps212]

How much did you pay??

[@avemusbananum]

It should be priced at the double… Crazy piece😍

[@Nanoshores]

You mentioned that the jacket is a size 42. I'm wondering what is the height and weight & chest size of the guy wearing it ? Many thanks in advance.

[@ReflectedSimulations]

185cm, 75kg, 40” chest

[@sherlock1895]

They were made in Middletown Pennsylvania during WE ll

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Some were, yes. The RoughWear contracts. But there were many others too.

[@christopher18767]

Did bomber crews during WW2 spend $600 on their jackets, or are they just more rare now?

[@ReflectedSimulations]

I think they earned theirs :) they were issued

[@DerOrso]

Back then they were mass-, factory made products. They had to make thousands of them in the shortest period of time. If there were any tiny blemishes or stitching errors that had to be redone leaving scarring, nobody cared. These jackets should be of the highest quality, starting by using only the best pieces of leather, without scarring or blemishes, with the pieces matched to each other that they all have the same finish and texture, because leather is a live produce and can have great variations in quality and texture, even from the same breeds of animal.

[@ReflectedSimulations]

@@DerOrso absolutely, none of them were perfect, wonky stitches and often mismatched hides were common

[@ruben1788]

I just got a $1600 Schott B3 for 270

[@adamwestcoast5723]

Where did you get that hat?

[@ReflectedSimulations]

WhatPriceGlory. But I wouldn't recommend it.

[@olafpayne6562]

Being short is also good for wearing in a sitting position.

[@robertlupinacci]

Hi, have been saving my money from boot blacking. W>>>>>>>>>>>O>>>>>>>>>>>>W...........ordered the B-3 sheepskin jacket..........It fit just great!!!!..........Polished lots and lots of boots to pay for this leather jacket...........Worth every penny!!!!!!.........Uniform bob;-)

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Congrats, I’m glad you like it!

[@eduardocastellanos9197]

What are the pants you use in this video?

[@ReflectedSimulations]

M1937

[@markusv311]

Amazing, thanks for sharing. Would love to have one, but no sure if my wife thinks the same😂 Btw, are you planing some special DCS missions dedicated to Masters of the Air? Thanks

[@ReflectedSimulations]

No nothing special, I mean I have 3 USAAF campaigns released already :)

[@markusv311]

@@ReflectedSimulations true, I own and love all of them😎👍

[@rakeemsimms2781]

What size would I be if I am 5’8 and 165 pounds I usually where a size small and I have a 38 chest?

[@ReflectedSimulations]

@@rakeemsimms2781 I guess a 40 but better ask AVI Leather, they know best

[@rakeemsimms2781]

Ok thanks so much for the feedback I appreciate it

[@BoxingLegends2024]

@@ReflectedSimulations 40 is 59cm that would be 46in chest a 38 would be 44in 6-7in more than ur chest size is good for shearling I have 42in & wear 48in

[@maureencora1]

I Like It, Very Chic.

[@BoxingLegends2024]

The real reason its made in Pakistan is because this is less than $100 USD to make in Pakistan but by the time it gets to the Avi Leathers store it will be $624.49 USD

[@balmoralpjk]

Wear any Levi’s jeans with that jacket?

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Sure! But my favorite is a pair of 1969 Selvedge jeans from Bronson.

[@balmoralpjk]

Would like to see a video with this fully zipped up leather jacket and Levi’s jeans in particular

[@crispianbarlow5184]

I own an RAF Irvin sheepskin jacket.

[@ReflectedSimulations]

@@crispianbarlow5184 those are beautiful too! I’m doing an Irvin review soon

[@zeeshanrehman6863]

Mate, I am in search for shearling jacket for last 3 months. Just saw your video and came to know that these are made in Pakistan. Well I am from Pakistan. Can you please tell me an address or some contact number where they made them in Pakistan so that I can get them. Thanks.

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Turns out they’re made in China :)

[@40pike96]

i doubt they pay more than a few dollar for the workers who actually make the jackets in pakistan. employ people in denmark and pay decent salary for the work.

[@ReflectedSimulations]

@@40pike96 it’s made in China not Pakistan, and sure, employ people in Denmark and sell it for double the price because of the increased costs. You can’t assume the workers are paid an unfair wage, the stitching and the worksmanship doesn’t feel like a ‘sweatshop job’

[@SDsc0rch]

beautiful 600 euros - ouch!

[@ReflectedSimulations]

Thanks! Other alternatives of such quality are well above 1000. Plus it lasts a lifetime. It’s an investment.

[@WarbirdsVR]

Very nice! I’m big into Schott leather and had been eyeing their bomber jacket but this looks pretty rad!

[@DerOrso]

€600 is not unusual for a high-quality, full-leather product.

[@Richard_Lush]

That’s not a lot. Look at the alternatives. It’s a quality piece and will last. If you want cheap there’s lots out there but for the price you’re not going to find better.

[@ChristopherWalker-mp8by]

They are all a variation of the Irvin.

[@luigi4632]

Where did you get the pants??

[@ReflectedSimulations]

@@luigi4632 from the SOF military webshop