Ketchup Posted November 13, 2014 Share Posted November 13, 2014 Hey guys, I'm looking for a flight suit or coverall to modify, and I can't seem to find one that will jive with Lancer requirements. I already have the suede, I picked it up from Tandy Leather a while back, I just need an acceptable suit. I am very partial to military flight suits, mostly because I have several and I know what size fits me well. However, they have a slight pocket issue... There's a zippered gap on the hip of the standard military flight suit, which allows you to get at your pockets in the pants you're wearing underneath. All the other pockets on the arms and legs are removable, but this is pretty integrated. I'm guessing this means this style of suit is a no-go? I've also looked at RedKap coveralls, but their collars don't zip up all the way, so replacing the collar would be problematic. So, I need some recommendations. Or if one of the aforementioned options will work, that's great, too. Just a little lost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chex Posted November 14, 2014 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Yeah if we can see a pocket, it'll be a no go for Lancer. Your GML may still approve it for basic clearance tho Redkaps are good, and if you know a seemstress, getting a mandarin collar done shouldn't be a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketchup Posted November 14, 2014 Author Share Posted November 14, 2014 I figured. I might just say screw it and make a whole new suit from scratch. Mom's been wanting to make a pink one for her TIE pilot anyways. Thanks, Chex! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikerScout007 Posted November 14, 2014 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Red kap all day, bro...... http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004KJSKAO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketchup Posted November 14, 2014 Author Share Posted November 14, 2014 Ooooo, that's different from the one I was looking at. MINE. Thank you guys! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chunk Posted November 14, 2014 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Here's what you want. It's a Redkapp & it can be modified to Lancer Specs. This is what I use in my Lancer & basic riding suits. All you need to do is remove all the outter pockets, & add the real suede & take in the legs about 1 1/2" to make it Lancer. Sew closed the mechanics pockets, but add a thin strip of velcro to the hip slash pockets to keep closed & you will have 2 usable hip pockets for keys, phone... ect. The velco will not be noticeable & it will pass Lancer because it will look as if yuo have no pockets. With the pocket material you can make a neck flap closeure. Problem solved. If you register for their website, they will send you a discount code the week of Thanksgiving & you can use it for 10% off. They run holidays sales with every holliday. http://www.automotiveworkwear.com/RedKap/CT10/coveralls.html 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketchup Posted November 14, 2014 Author Share Posted November 14, 2014 Wow, thanks Chunk! Great ideas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chex Posted November 14, 2014 Share Posted November 14, 2014 See, I love the way we help each other out here..great job guys. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikerScout007 Posted November 14, 2014 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Scouts helping scouts! That's the Pathfinder way.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketchup Posted November 14, 2014 Author Share Posted November 14, 2014 Scouts helping scouts! That's the Pathfinder way.... You guys rock, thanks again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kparson182 Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 I have a question, if anyone can help me out. Ive looked online for a Redkap suit that will fit me and ship all the way to me in the frosty north. Unfortunately, amazon does ship here but they dont have my size (42 Long) I found coveralls at my local works warehouse that fit. The only problem is it feels heavy on me, maybe because I have never worn them before. Can anyone compare these to the redkap suit? And maybe if its worth picking up http://www.marks.com/shop/en/marks-marksdefaultsalescatalog/workwear/overalls/unlined-work-coverall-296 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uscstaylor Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 That's a bit pricey and without shipping? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kparson182 Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 That's a bit pricey and without shipping? pretty sure its in Canadian cuz thats what it was at the store and no shipping, i can just go pick it up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stasz Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 They look just about the same as the Redkap. As much as one can tell from the pics. I got a 42 long, and the chest/torso/ arms fit great, but from the waist down there was a LOT of room. Like, they would've been baggy on J Lo Now, that's on me obviously, but I did take them in a couple inches from the waist and legs, and hemmed them a bit. I don't want to do too much more yet to see where everything ends up once the bund and armour are on top. There's a pic of the pocket/collar mod that Chunk mentioned in this thread: http://forum.bikerscout.net/index.php?showtopic=10779 (Provided by Griffin-X) I did this on mine using a leftover butt pocket and it worked great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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