William Gibson Type L-2B Black

The Second World War brought advances in aircraft technology and flight clothing. A lightweight flight jacket called the L-2 was developed using nylon. The modified version, the L-2B, was introduced in 1955 after the Korean War and remained in use until the 1970s.

The idea for an all-black collection was inspired by Buzz Rickson's fictional black MA-1 jacket, which the science fiction author designed for his protagonist in his book "Pattern Recognition". Buzz Rickson's brought the never-before-seen jacket to life and thus laid the foundation for the unique militaria collaboration "Type Black".

• Lot No. BR15625 / WILLIAM GIBSON COLLECTION Type BLACK L-2B “SKYLINE CLOTHING CORPORATION MODEL” / 01 NO STENCIL
• Made in Japan
• 100% 2/2 Heavy Nylon Twill
• Lining: 65% Rayon / 35% Wool, Double Face Brushed
• Knitted cuffs: 100% wool
• Color: Black
• Zipper: Crown Aluminum Spring Automatic Lock
• Snap fasteners: Mil Specs. Brass
• 2 front pockets
• 1 inside pocket
• G Size reference: Size 42 at 185cm / 85kg