Recognize the Original

Don't Settle For Less Than An Original
If imitation is the highest form of flattery, Alpha jackets get high praise--we've found knock-offs around the world. So, you need to know how to recognize an original. There are telltale signs to look for.

The first, and easiest to find, is the authentic Alpha three-bar logo. There is a tab version of this logo on the sleeve of our flight jackets. Also, look in the pocket of our reversible models and you should find a larger logo patch in there as well. Finally, look at the black-and-white military specification tag. In between the identification of the type of jacket it is and the actual specifications, there will be three solid black bars.

Other signs include the feel of the fabric. Fabric for Alpha jackets has a heavy, high-quality feel. Look closely at the seams and you'll notice authentic Alpha jackets have a distinctive pucker, created by following the strict military standards for tear strength at the seam. And our brass zippers will have the word ALPHA and/or our logo on it.

Alpha Industries. The world's leading brand of authentic flight apparel.