For Sale: Repro Denim AFV Crew Suits and Repro Tan Pixies

[Jim Burrill]

Hi folks,
Starting a new thread on the coverall project.

Here is a link for my FB photo album showing the difference between my original Pixie and the prototype sent to me by Irfan in Pakistan.

Hopefully you can launch it from here.
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...1&l=0acc03a050

The denim sample is in one pic that shows a piece run through the washer and dryer by me, laid next to the raw sample, laid over an original NOS item of wartime Green Denim

In the pics, the original is always on the left in the image, with the test sample on the right. OG-L for original, TG-R for Test Garment on the right side.

The sample is too brown for me to accept, but at least it shows the weaving and weight Irfan can get. He is going to a mill this week to take my sample of original fabric to be woven for me. I will have to buy some 200 yards. That will make up about 40 tank suits.

Stay tuned.

Appreciate any comments, suggestions or concerns.

[RichardT10829]

I am still interested in a denim suit Jim....surely he can dye the fabric then wash it out and fix it

[Jim Burrill]

Progress...
Got eh final cost for the repro pixie winter tank suits from a vendor in Pakistan.

cost for a made t- measure suit with hood - US$ 190.
rough estimated cost to ship via DHL to the US is US$ 60
Rough cost to ship to Europe is US$80

More than one suit to the same address would be cheaper than just $60 x 3+$180.

They had a major holiday there and Irfan expects to ship my second prototype next week. His DHL delivery for a few past items has been less than three days.

This prototype is to use all the correct fabrics, zippers, and buckles, and include the waterproofing material in the upper chest/back and arms.

The first prototype was to check for construction. I sent him pics of side-by-side changes with an original suit as a reference. ( such things as changing a square pocket corner to an angles one. No holes in the waistbelt, etc.

The second prototype should be based on my size - measured over my BD jacket and trousers.

I hope to see how that relates to my provided measurements so you all can send in the right numbers.

If the repro fits well and the rest looks like a good repro, then I will post pics of all the details and how to order.

I am not a dealer. I don't want to - can't afford to - buy a shipment and then resell them.

I will try to set up a plan so that you each can send Ifan your measurements, addresses and PayPal your payments directly to him. He may set up a "batch period" where he needs a minimum order before setting up his shop for production work. Your order may or may not have a deposit required. I would imagine then, that final payment would be sent after the batch is complete and he can begin delivery.

So... I am the guinea pig and fronted the development costs... you and Irfan will be customer and merchant. Usual buyer seller arrangements apply.

[Robert Bergeron]

I am definitely interested Jim. Cheers. Bob

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Jim,

Great initiative! Could you share some of the pictures of your suit here?

Thanks,
Hanno

[Peter Duggan]

Jim,
I am very interested in buying one.
Peter