Buzz Rickson's x William Gibson MA-1 'Albert Turner & Co' Flight Jacket - Black

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Field Notes

Among vintage enthusiasts, there are few farer military pieces than an Albert Turner MA-1. Known as one of the four first factories to produce the iconic flight jacket for the U. S. Military, this offering from William Gibson x Buzz Rickson’s pays tribute to their hard work, and proudly displays a custom woven rayon label in the collar.

This jacket is cut short, and offers a boxy shape, for superb freedom of movement, while a durable black nylon outer shell and lining ensure a hard wearing finish which is soft against the skin. The brand have included a period correct Crown zipper, an additional sleeve pocket, and ribbed cuff, collar and waistband for the perfect fit.

Short cut/boxy shape
Nylon outer shell
Crown zipper
Albert Turner & Co model MA-1
Sleeve utility pocket
Thermal insulation for protection
Ribbed collar, cuff, and waistband
Nylon oxygen tab
Twin hand warmer pockets
Concealed interior pockets
Exclusive collaboration with William Gibson
Product Code: BR15414
Made in Japan

Fit & Sizing

Fitting

True To Size

This garment fits true to size, we recommend buying your usual size.

Buzz Rickson's

Authentic militaria

As perhaps one of the most well known heritage brands currently on the market, Buzz Rickson’s has become an authority on military reproduction. Based in Japan, the brand painstakingly reproduces rare mid-century garments to an impeccably detailed degree, often relying on slow and antiquated fabrication techniques to ensure a high quality and realistic finish.