{"product_id":"the-real-mccoy-s-type-l-2b-real-mccoy-mfg-co","title":"Type L 2b Real Mccoy Mfg Co","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe period of World War II witnessed swift advancements in both aircraft technology and pilot uniform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAs the war drew to a close, the proliferation of Nylon, identified as the optimal fabric through testing by the Aero Medical Laboratory, coupled with the advent of the Jet Age, paved the way for the creation of a new, lightweight flight jacket known as the L-2.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe inception of the L-2B can be traced back to 1955, following the Korean War ceasefire, and it stood as the quintessential light-zone flight jacket, remaining in service until the late 1970s with subtle modifications over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFollowing the L-2A, and the conclusion of the Korean War, the U.S.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAir Force (USAF) transitioned the color of flight jackets from the original Air Force blue to the newly designated sage green hue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe TYPE L-2B REAL McCOY MFG.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCO. calls back to the earlier models, featuring a distinctive champagne gold rayon-wool lining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlthough the first official order for the L-2B was placed in 1955, it's worth noting that the mil-spec J-7448, outlining its specifications, was created in 1952.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDespite this early documentation, no actual orders were finalized based on these specs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsequently, the J-7448A can be considered the inaugural model of the L-2B.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn the early models, the champagne gold lining was a defining characteristic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHowever, due to a color error, the original lining likely featured a color blur resembling the sage green (grey) lining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNotably, post-1961, with the adoption of the D-type, the lining transitioned to rescue orange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNylon 6 Outer Shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrass Dot Button\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e50s Oval-Shaped Front Zipper, Aluminum Alloy, Cotton Tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e50s Oval-Shaped Sleeve Zipper, Aluminum Alloy, Cotton Tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Real McCoy's","offers":[{"title":"XS","offer_id":52908232966423,"sku":"MJ26006","price":990.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"S","offer_id":52908232999191,"sku":"MJ26006","price":990.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":52908233031959,"sku":"MJ26006","price":990.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":52908233064727,"sku":"MJ26006","price":990.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":52908233097495,"sku":"MJ26006","price":990.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/5994\/1143\/files\/MJ26006_SGR_251008_4813_path2509.jpg?v=1777148758","url":"https:\/\/therightgarment.com\/products\/the-real-mccoy-s-type-l-2b-real-mccoy-mfg-co","provider":"The Right Garment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}