Vendor:Americana Pipedream Apparel
Deadstock 1990s MA-1 Bomber Jackets
Description
Few jackets have had the cultural impact or longevity of the venerable MA-1 Bomber Jacket. Designed for pilots of the early jet age, the jacket made extensive use of (for the time) cutting-edge materials. In an era of supersonic speeds and pressurized cockpits, bulky leather and wool weren't going to cut it. By the time of the MA-1, major improvements in flight jacket cuts had been made. This svelte form factor was ideal for the cramped, high-stakes conditions faced by pilots of the time. Having mastered features of the earlier B-15, the MA-1's reversibility, low-profile collar, aggressive crop, and slightly less boxy feel culminated in a near-perfect design that has remained popular for decades.
NOTICE: These have been sitting in a vacuum-sealed bag for 30 years; they have a noticeable but temporary plasticky smell.
The Short & Sweet:
- Vintage, made in the USA
- Cropped fit
- Deadstock; unworn
- Sage and Navy colors available
- Double-sided zipper
- 100% Nylon shell with synthetic insulation
- Yes, it has the metal pen protectors
These are deadstock pieces manufactured by a defunct government contractor: Greenbrier Industries Incorporated. A producer of a myriad of USGI pieces from N3Bs to MA-1s, these are unworn and unsold pieces meant for non-government use. Unfortunately, the brand declared bankruptcy in 1993, with many of the jackets on offer here manufactured during its last year of existence.
With these, you're getting an authetnic made in the USA MA-1; brand new condition. Unlike many civilian reproductions, these feature accurate interior pockets and the iconic orange lining aficionados expect from a legit MA-1. Material composition is similarly authentic, with a 100% nylon shell and synthetic lining.
In civilian life, the jacket came to be associated with early countercultural movements across the world. Stylish, practical, and timeless, these jackets are perfect for anyone from the limp-wristed latte artist to the self-taught geneticist with three chins and a receding hairline (he's 22). Plenty warm and easy to style, the MA-1 is without question one of the most consequential fashion pieces of the 20th century.
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Yeah, it smelled a little, but wearing it three straight days and it's almost gone. Smells no different than a lot of my issued uniforms. Best part, it's like wearing a woobie with sleeves.
The bomber jacket is literally the industry standard for a rugged and warm jacket that is at waist length. Whether you are LARPing as Steve McQueen in the movie “The Hunter”, or riding your mini bike around the neighborhood this is the jacket for you! Size Large is perfect for me at 5’10” and 195lbs. Great price as always…thanks AP!
About what I expected as I’ve had a few Alpha MA1s over the years, but for some reason the jacket material under the collar kinda bunches up and I have to pull the jacket down by the waist a lot to flatten it out. Anybody else have that issue? Hopefully these weren’t like factory seconds or something
This jacket had a particular odor on arrival. I could smell it. That smell, a kind of smelly smell. A smelly smell that smells...smelly. After washing and deodorizing it, the smell kinda went away but lingers like around like that **** you try hide hold in but accidentally let loose when your standing close to you crush. Other than that the jacket is pretty neat and warm. I imagine the smell goes away after I wear in in and wash it a few more times.
Superlative quality. Just as I remember from the 80's and 90's.
I love this jacket, mostly for the pockets lol. The only negative thing I have to say is how stinky my jacket is. I understand that it's been in a bag for ~30 years, but goodness is it overwhelmingly bad smelling.
Great coat. Fits a little snug. Size up when you buy
Made of sleeping bag material, so packs well and keeps wind out. Feels a bit weird on the skin when wet. Very cropped, wish it had an extra two inches of length, though the sleeves are fine. Zippers are great. Arrived very quickly.
runs very cropped so maybe size up
Great jacket and super clean but the fit was not for me. Super cropped and long sleeves.
Arrived in described condition (a tad smelly). Washed up nice on delicate and cold. Hang to dry for ~32 hours. Been wearing if for about a day. Same warmth as a hoodie when unzipped. Super lightweight. Fit is on point. Would recommend.
after airing out the jacket for a few days it fits and smells fine.
Really nice jacket. I can already tell this thing will be plenty warm in late autumn and winter months. Like the description said, it does have quite strong smell from being in storage, though I'd say it smells more like really old cardboard boxes. Leaving it out in the sun for a few hours really helped to get rid of a lot of the smell so now I only smell it when I put my nose directly to it. The pockets are surprisingly smaller than I was expecting from a military jacket but there's plenty of them so that makes up for it. The blaze orange reversible is nice, though the only reason I can think of using it is for my upcoming hunting trip with my coworkers. It fits great and I can't wait for the temps to drop to make good use of it. 5 stars!
Curious About Sizing?
Given the massive variety of clothing we carry, a standard sizing guide is incredibly helpful for customers seeking the best fit.
Please understand that surplus varies widely in fit and cut and this sizing chart is general advice rather than tailor-level fitting.
Nearly every military has different sizing charts and schemes, which is why we've taken the time to put together this brief tutorial.
Jacket & Shirt Sizing
In absence of an established military size chart, we measure each jacket or shirt from armpit to armpit to get a rough idea of how it fits. If a garment is between sizes, we mark it one size down. For example, if a shirt measures 19.75" from pit to pit, it is marked as a small rather than medium.
To measure pit to pit, close up your shirt or jacket and measure from armpit to armpit.
This is our measurement guide that we use to measure garments without an existing military size chart:
14"-15" PtP = XXS
16-17" PtP = Extra Small
18"-19" PtP = Small
20-21" PtP = Medium
22-23" PtP = Large
24-25" PtP = Extra Large
26-27" PtP = XXL
28-29" PtP = 3XL
Pant Sizing
We typically convert pants to US waist and inseam sizes. If a pair of pants is between sizes, we mark it one size down. For example, if a pair of pants measures as a 33 waist, it is marked as a 32 waist.
To take these measurements we lay a pair of pants flat on the ground. We then measure across the waist and double the measurement. For example, if a pair of pants measures 16" across the waist it will fit a US 32 waist.
To determine inseam we measure from the crotch seam to the bottom of the cuff. For example, it a pair of pants measures 30" from the crotch seam to the bottom of the cuff we will list it as a 30 inseam or 30L.
Surplus Condition Guide
- Unissued
- These items are brand new. They may sometimes exhibit signs of storage. They may be new in their original factory packaging, but most times will not be.
- Issued; Good / Issued
- These items are in issued/used condition but are fully functional. This grade of surplus item may also exhibit signs of use such as stampings, small stains or general dirtiness.
- Issued items will not have missing or broken buttons, zippers or be missing any functional components unless noted as such in the product description. Any items you purchase that are marked as "Issued; Good" but exhibit these defects will be replaced free of charge by Americana Pipedream.
- Grade 2
- These items are in issued/used condition but have defects that impede function. This may include missing buttons, broken zippers, holes and tears. They may also be missing components.
- This is the lowest grade of surplus item that we carry and they are not eligible for returns or exchanges due to condition.
Prop 65 Warning
All products that are NOT INTENDED FOR CONSUMPTION OR NOT FOOD PRODUCTS fall under this warning:
“WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.” WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.”
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Deadstock 1990s MA-1 Bomber Jackets
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