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This is a smaller M-422A in which I couldn't fit for a posed set of images. The jacket is in solid condition and looks quite nice, with beautiful leather. The knits, lining, and collar do show wear, but they're good enough to stay with the jacket. An interesting point: note that the label states M-421A! The label may have been accidentally switched, as it should read M-422A. There are two contract numbers for Block that I know of, one being No. NXsa-5134, the other being No. Nxs-5134. The contract number of the Block M-421a may have been the same. Also of note is that Block used thread to line the armpit holes, rather than grommets. Note that there is a leather panel running from the underarm to the waistband, and only Block did this.

Collection:
Brian Anderson

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