The Flash Collection Q&A

The Flash Collection by Paul Simonon

Inspired by the iconic tattoo flash of Norman 'Sailor Jerry' Collins, the Flash Collection is a series of ongoing collaborations between Sailor Jerry and like-minded artists. First up is artist, style icon and musician Paul Simonon, who designed and created four limited edition pieces - a leather jacket, two t-shirts and a bandana.

The Flash Collection by Paul Simonon combines Norman Collins' flash artwork with Simonon's signature design style to produce truly collectable items.

 

Q: What is the Flash Collection?

A: The Flash Collection is a series of ongoing collaborations between Sailor Jerry and like-minded artists inspired by the iconic tattoo flash of Norman 'Sailor Jerry' Collins.

 

Q: Who have Sailor Jerry partnered with for the first Flash Collection?

A: Sailor Jerry partnered with artist and musician Paul Simonon (formerly of The Clash and The Good, the Bad & the Queen) for the first in the series, entitled The Flash Collection by Paul Simonon.

 

Q: Why have Sailor Jerry collaborated with Paul Simonon?

A: Paul Simonon is a world-renowned musician and an artist in his own right. He’s also a big fan of Sailor Jerry - the man and the rum. We wanted to work with someone with rock 'n' roll credentials who had a real talent for design. Paul without question was the perfect choice.

 

Q: What has Paul Simonon created for the collection?

A: Paul Simonon designed artwork for four limited edition pieces - a leather jacket, two t-shirts and a bandana - combining Norman Collins' iconic flash artwork with his signature design style to produce truly collectable items.

 

Q: How many of each item is available?

A: There are limited quantities of each item: 50 leather jackets, 500 t-shirts (250 of each design) and 1,000 bandanas.

 

Q: Where will The Flash Collection by Paul Simonon be available to buy?

A: All items in the Flash Collection by Paul Simonon will be available here in limited quantities for purchase on the Sailor Jerry clothing site. The leather jacket will also be available in a few selected stores around the world.

 

Q: Which stores and countries will carry the leather jacket?

A: A list of retailers can be found here.

 

Q: How much does each item cost?

A: Prices for each item can be found on individual product pages under The Flash Collection.

 

Q: If these items sell out, will I still be able to order them?

A: No, once they’re gone, they’re gone forever.

 

Q: Where can I find out more news about The Flash Collection?

A: Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/sailorjerry or follow us on twitter @sailorjerry #flashcollection for updates.

 

Q: Where can I buy Sailor Jerry Clothing?

A: Sailor Jerry clothing is available online on our dedicated clothing website www.sailorjerryclothing.com and also in select stores all over the world. See a list on our Stockists page.