Vintage 1968 Alfa Industries USAF L-2B Flight Jacket Medium norsk ull - Lightning Magazine Vintage Watch

- Lightning Magazine Vintage Watch Bible

The Lightning jacket was introduced by Lewis Leather's in 1958 and it didn't take long before the model became the most popular jacket in their selection

Originally developed for engineers working on America’s railroads

This is one of her brown varieties

Vintage 1968 Alfa Industries USAF L-2B Flight Jacket Medium norsk ull - Lightning Magazine Vintage WatchThe L 2B Flight Jacket was issued in the US Airforce in 50s as a replacement of its predecessor, the blue L 2A. The jet age was in full swing and as new types of air planes created new requirements for pilot performance, safety and comfort. The nylon jackets became the new standard and flight jackets made of leather became synonymous with the past. This jacket could be worn reversed if the wearer would be in a situation were they needed to be visible