| Both the genuine vintage and look-alike versions of | | | | of the Second World War, now normally made from |
| the old leather bomber jacket are in huge demand all | | | | cowhide, and of course lined with sheepskin. |
| over the world. Good looking and practical, these | | | | It is these features that add to their appeal, adding in |
| much loved bomber jackets, which originated in the | | | | turn to their demand in the marketplace. |
| Second World War, have won the hearts of | | | | If you decide that you want an authentic vintage |
| generations. | | | | leather bomber jacket, you can go to a store |
| While you can pick up authentic vintage jackets, | | | | (whether a real one or one based online) that has |
| there are some really great top quality, | | | | access to the real thing or keep visiting sites like |
| amazing-looking jackets that are completely new. The | | | | eBay where these items do come up for sale from |
| best are manufactured according to the original | | | | time to time. Prices will vary depending on condition |
| designs, for example: | | | | and the source from whence it comes. Just beware |
| the A-2, a US WWII Air Force original, which is | | | | that people do sometimes try to boost prices in the |
| usually available in either tough, supple cowhide | | | | hope that they will attract collectors. If you are in |
| leather or goat skin, | | | | the market to buy, be sure to do your homework |
| the G-1, which is the A-2 equivalent (but with a | | | | thoroughly because there is no doubt that vintage |
| fur collar) made for WWII marines, and then also | | | | bomber jackets are in great demand for a number of |
| issued for both the Korean and Vietnam wars, and | | | | different reasons. |
| the B-3, known to be the classic shearling jacket | | | | |