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WWII US Tanker jacket, large size, often preferred by AAF aircrew.
Lovely WWII US Army Tanker jacket, second pattern (with slash pockets). Overall very good condition with some minor moth nips to the knit collar, waistband and cuffs. Some light staining to the heavy khaki cotton fabric. Heavy blanket wool lining and good working Conmar zip fastener. No label but large size (I would guess a 44-46" chest). Similar to the B-10 and B-15 flying jackets, these were primarily issued to tank/armoured vehicle crews but were often acquired and worn by AAF aircrews.
$500 / £400 / €465
 US Tanker jacket often preferred by AAF aircrew |  US Tanker jacket often preferred by AAF aircrew |
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 US Tanker jacket often preferred by AAF aircrew |  US Tanker jacket often preferred by AAF aircrew |
 US Tanker jacket often preferred by AAF aircrew |  US Tanker jacket often preferred by AAF aircrew |
WWII era USAAF Flight jacket liner / waistcoat / vest.
Featured in Combat Flying Clothing by Glenn Sweeting (page 65). Late war heavy cotton OD cotton waistcoat / vest lined with alpaca type fur as found in the B-9, B-10 and B-11 jackets. No label but stencilled on the back is F-1977 and handwritten F-0604. Clearly this is NOT anything from 1977 and has a wartime Talon zip (in good working order). I have seen these in use in photographs in addition to Sweeting's reference. A scarce item.
$250 / £200 / €232
 WWII era USAAF Flight jacket liner / waistcoat / vest |  WWII era USAAF Flight jacket liner / waistcoat / vest |
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 WWII era USAAF Flight jacket liner / waistcoat / vest |  WWII era USAAF Flight jacket liner / waistcoat / vest |
 WWII era USAAF Flight jacket liner / waistcoat / vest |
Rare RAF chamois glove liners size 9-1/2.
Apparently unissued chamois glove liners which were issued with both the 1933 and 1941 Pattern Gauntlets, for wear over the silk glove liners and under the leather outer glove. In may cases, the silk or chamois gloves were worn alone to provide comfort bit still allow "feel" for the controls or instruments. This pair is in immaculate condition; very clean and well-marked inside with stores ref. information and a broad arrow property mark. One of the rarest accessories to find. I have been lucky to pick up a few pairs n the past year, but this is the last - and a good large size!
$285 / £225 / €260
 RAF chamois glove liners size 9-1/2 |  RAF chamois glove liners size 9-1/2 |
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 RAF chamois glove liners size 9-1/2 |
RAAF Bedggood Australia 1936 pattern flying boots in excellent condition.
Excellent pair of 1936 pattern flying boots made by Bedggood of Melbourne, Australia for RAAF issue. These were also issued to USAAF pilots serving in the Far East theatre and were always popular with US flyers. This pair is a large size 10 (Fitting 6) with original soles and heels, which is rare to find. Condition is excellent and they have been well looked after. The leather is supple and there is no loss of fur/fleece to the insides. Quite scarce and a great find in this condition.
$520 / £420 / €485
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 Bedggood Australia 1936 pattern flying boots in excellent condition |  Bedggood Australia 1936 pattern flying boots in excellent condition |
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 Bedggood Australia 1936 pattern flying boots in excellent condition |  Bedggood Australia 1936 pattern flying boots in excellent condition |
 Bedggood Australia 1936 pattern flying boots in excellent condition |  Bedggood Australia 1936 pattern flying boots in excellent condition |
 Bedggood Australia 1936 pattern flying boots in excellent condition |  Bedggood Australia 1936 pattern flying boots in excellent condition |
 Bedggood Australia 1936 pattern flying boots in excellent condition |
AAF Type G-3A Anti-G pants ("Speed Jeans") in fantastic, unissued condition.
Extremely rare late WWII Anti-G pants worn over the top of the flying suit to squeeze the blood vessels and prevent blacking out in high-G manoeuvres. These saw very limited use at the end of the war in the new generation of high-speed aircraft and are one of the rarest items of flying clothing and hardest to find. This pair is in pristine, unissued condition with all zips working, the hose/tube intact and crisp label and markings. Difficult if not impossible to upgrade.
$525 / £425 / €485
 AAF Type G-3A Anti-G pants ("Speed Jeans") in fantastic, unissued condition. |  AAF Type G-3A Anti-G pants ("Speed Jeans") in fantastic, unissued condition.G pants ("Speed Jeans") |
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 AAF Type G-3A Anti-G pants ("Speed Jeans") in fantastic, unissued condition. |  AAF Type G-3A Anti-G pants ("Speed Jeans") in fantastic, unissued condition. |
 AAF Type G-3A Anti-G pants ("Speed Jeans") in fantastic, unissued condition. |  AAF Type G-3A Anti-G pants ("Speed Jeans") in fantastic, unissued condition. |
 AAF Type G-3A Anti-G pants ("Speed Jeans") in fantastic, unissued condition. |  AAF Type G-3A Anti-G pants ("Speed Jeans") in fantastic, unissued condition. |
 AAF Type G-3A Anti-G pants ("Speed Jeans") in fantastic, unissued condition. |  AAF Type G-3A Anti-G pants ("Speed Jeans") in fantastic, unissued condition. |
AAF Type A-12 Arctic weather / High-Altitude flight mittens.
Very good used pair of AAF high-altitude, extreme cold (Arctic) mittens for wear over other gloves for flight and ground crews. Olive drab green cotton mittens with leather palms and heavy alpaca lining in the hand section, with a friction tightening strap at the wrist. These would typically be worn withe the B-9 or B-11 Parka. Both still have their tags attached and are dated 1944.
$75 / £62 / €70
 AAF Type A-12 Arctic weather / High-Altitude flight mittens. |  AAF Type A-12 Arctic weather / High-Altitude flight mittens. |
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 AAF Type A-12 Arctic weather / High-Altitude flight mittens. |  AAF Type A-12 Arctic weather / High-Altitude flight mittens. |
Excellent pair of cold weather flying or motorcycling gloves.
Lovely pair of leather flying or motorcycling gloves with a wrist tightening strap and wide gauntlet, fully lined and trimmed with soft rabbit fur. These might be WWI era as late as the 1930s/40s. What's interesting is that they are virtually identical to the standard WWII Luftwaffe bomber crew issue with the addition of the fur lining and trim. The stitching pattern on the leather is interesting; reinforcement stitching in parallel rows, back and front containing stiff, finger-shaped pads around the gauntlet section. There are markings on the snap/press stud fasteners which read LANE M'FG. CO. so the metal parts do appear to be US made. These might be motorcycle gloves or flying gloves but they are definitely vintage and of excellent quality.
$65 / £55 / €62
 Excellent pair of cold weather flying or motorcycling gloves |  Excellent pair of cold weather flying or motorcycling gloves |
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 Excellent pair of cold weather flying or motorcycling gloves |  Excellent pair of cold weather flying or motorcycling gloves |
Rare AAF F-2/F-3 Electrically-heated flying gloves.
Rare and illusive electrically-heated flying gloves, which were designed to interface with both the F-2 "Blue Bunny" suit and the F-3 suit. Beautifully made high quality gauntlet style gloves with a knit lining and excellent woven labels. In fact a perfect display pair, because the right glove is fitted with the two-prong connector the F-2 Bunny suit and the left glove has the snaps for the F-3 suit—in all other aspects a perfect matching pair, both size 11, colour and labels identical. One of the most difficult to find items of AAF flying kit.
$275 / £230 / €260
 AAF F-2/F-3 Electrically-heated flying gloves |  AAF F-2/F-3 Electrically-heated flying gloves |
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 AAF F-2/F-3 Electrically-heated flying gloves |  AAF F-2/F-3 Electrically-heated flying gloves |
 AAF F-2/F-3 Electrically-heated flying gloves |
WWII US Navy flying gauntlets for an air gunner.
Very good used pair of flying gauntlets as issued to US Navy air gunners in the European theatre. Dark brown leather with fleece lining, designed as mittens with a separate trigger finger. One small nick (1 cm / 0.5") in the right hand thumb. USN in a box stamped on the back of both hands. Curiously, like RAF gloves, not quite a perfect matching pair, but very close, with a very slight colour variation. Both are marked Medium size. Zips in good working order. Super high quality leather and quite a scarce item.
$155 / £130 / €145
 WWII US Navy flying gauntlets for a gunner |  WWII US Navy flying gauntlets for a gunner |
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 WWII US Navy flying gauntlets for a gunner |  WWII US Navy flying gauntlets for a gunner |
 WWII US Navy flying gauntlets for a gunner |
RAF silk inner gloves, unissued in original wax paper wrapping.
Beautiful unissued pair of RAF silk inner gloves, worn under the leather 1933 or 1941 Pattern gauntlets for comfort, but often worn alone by navigators and other crew positions in larger aircraft. Well marked with stores ref. information, broad arrow and a large size 10. Still sewn together at the wrist and wrapped in their wax paper bag. Impossible to find better. I have had a few of these over the past few months but this is the last pair.
$250 / £200 / €230
 RAF silk inner gloves, unissued in original wax paper wrapping |  RAF silk inner gloves, unissued in original wax paper wrapping |
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 RAF silk inner gloves, unissued in original wax paper wrapping |  RAF silk inner gloves, unissued in original wax paper wrapping |
 RAF silk inner gloves, unissued in original wax paper wrapping |
AAF Type 2 Body Armor for pilot.
rare example of the AAF body armour as issued to pilots. The Type 2 body armour, which was specifically for pilots, comprised a fully armoured chest plate filled with overlapping manganese steel plates, fitted with a back pad that contained no steel plates - because the pilot's seat was armour plated for protection from behind. Though it was sometimes worn with the groin protector, more often than not it was worn alone. Well marked and labeled and in excellent condition, clean with no wear or damage. One of the more difficult items of AAF flying kit to find.
$600 / £490 / €555
 AAF Type 2 Body Armor for pilot |  AAF Type 2 Body Armor for pilot |
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 AAF Type 2 Body Armor for pilot |  AAF Type 2 Body Armor for pilot |
 AAF Type 2 Body Armor for pilot |  AAF Type 2 Body Armor for pilot |
RAF issue Sea Boot socks.
Synonymous with fighter pilots during the Battle of Britain, yet worn by all aircrews throughout the war, these over-the-knee wool socks provided extra warmth in cold cockpits and exposed turrets. Made from heavy off-white wool, this pair is not an exact match, but that is often how they were issued. Colour is the same and they are very close in size, but the ribbed pattern is slightly different. Nonetheless they are in very good condition showing minimal wear and are very clean. Perfect for display together with the 1936, '39 or '40 pattern flying boots.
$135 / £110 / €128
 RAF issue Sea Boot socks |  RAF issue Sea Boot socks |
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 RAF issue Sea Boot socks |  RAF issue Sea Boot socks |
Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water.
By contrast to the white "Bulgarian suit, this blue-grey shearling/sheepskin heavyweight "Channel" suit is a true combat veteran! Blue grey was designated for flight over water and this suit saw plenty of action, though remains in fair to good condition, the jacket showing the most wear. The main zip has been replaced (period) but has a break in the tape. It can be closed carefully. Sleeve zips are stiff but working though the pullers are broken. Waistband has been replaced (again, this appears to be period and new waistband shows plenty of use). Collar is worn and has a tear but could be repaired. With care, this jacket could most certainly be restored. The trousers are in better condition, with original functioning zips and all pockets complete with loops, tabs and flaps for storing survival kit. The leg/flag pocket is missing part of the snap fastener and there are a couple of very neat repairs (and one not so neat which could be field repair) but are otherwise in very good condition. Zips are an unusual maker, marked DePe and Czechoslovakia. The label inside the trousers is also unusual and has an open ended early date (193_). It's possible the suit was made in Czechoslovakia, which is an interesting variation. Overall it's a perfectly displayable example of a used suit, priced according to its condition.
$1,500 / £1,335 / €1,540
 Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |  Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |
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 Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |  Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |
 Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |  Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |
 Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |  Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |
 Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |  Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |
 Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |  Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |
 Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |  Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |
 Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |  Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |
 Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |  Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |
 Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |  Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |
 Luftwaffe 2-piece winter weight Channel Suit for wear over water |
RNZAF 1936 Pattern Flying Boots.
A rare example of Commonwealth issued flying clothing. These New Zealand made boots are Identical to the RAF 1936 Pattern Boots, except for the markings. Both boots are are marked to the top outer edge NZ 41 (there are more digits but it's difficult to make out what they say). Condition is good used. The soles and heels are original and quite worn; there is a worn spot on the back of ankle that has worn a very small hole in the leather but this is not a detraction. Fleece linings are also good, with some small worn spots/moulting at the top. Leather is good but might benefit from cleaning and dressing. New Zealand had the smallest Commonwealth Air Force and flying kit made in New Zealand is the rarest of all Commonwealth countries. In 30 years of collecting this is only the second pair of these boots I have come across.
$500 / £460 / €515
 RNZAF 1936 Pattern Flying Boots |  RNZAF 1936 Pattern Flying Boots |
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 RNZAF 1936 Pattern Flying Boots |  RNZAF 1936 Pattern Flying Boots |
 RNZAF 1936 Pattern Flying Boots |  RNZAF 1936 Pattern Flying Boots |
 RNZAF 1936 Pattern Flying Boots |  RNZAF 1936 Pattern Flying Boots |
 RNZAF 1936 Pattern Flying Boots |  RNZAF 1936 Pattern Flying Boots |
 RNZAF 1936 Pattern Flying Boots |
Electrically-heated waistcoat by Inferation of London.
Very similar design, pattern and materials to the early electrically-heated clothing items as issued to RAF crews, although I have been unable to positively establish this as being an issue item. Perhaps a trial or experimental piece? Electrically-heated clothing first came into use for aviators in 1917-18 and I am inclined to think this may have been an inter-war experimental design. It could also be post-war but there isn't much evidence of heated clothing after the war. Complete and in very good condition, with rubber coated lead and small black bakelite plug. If anyone has more information, please feel free to share. Priced according to the lack of available knowledge - certainly rare!
$50 / £40 / €48
 Electrically-heated waistcoat by Inferation of London |  Electrically-heated waistcoat by Inferation of London |
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 Electrically-heated waistcoat by Inferation of London |  Electrically-heated waistcoat by Inferation of London |
 Electrically-heated waistcoat by Inferation of London |  Electrically-heated waistcoat by Inferation of London |
 Electrically-heated waistcoat by Inferation of London |
RAF Mosquito Boots dated 1944.
Well above average, very good clean pair of RAF Mosquito boots in brown suede with drawstring ties to keep out mosquitoes and other pests. These boots were originally intended for ground crews in desert conditions, but were quickly seized by pilots and aircrews, notably fighter pilots, who recognized their immense value. The boots were produced in both green and brown suede; this pair is brown, which seems to be the less common. They are well marked, size 8 UK (9 US) with Air Ministry crown and broad arrow. They are also marked inside the foot (impossible to get a photo but very clearly visible) with the maker's name: John White, and a date of 1944. Original soles and heels all in excellent condition and very light wear overall. As nice a pair as you will find.
$575 / £480 / €545
 RAF Mosquito Boots dated 1944 |
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 RAF Mosquito Boots dated 1944 |
 RAF Mosquito Boots dated 1944 |
 RAF Mosquito Boots dated 1944 |
 RAF Mosquito Boots dated 1944 |
 RAF Mosquito Boots dated 1944 |
 RAF Mosquito Boots dated 1944 |
 RAF Mosquito Boots dated 1944 |
 RAF Mosquito Boots dated 1944 |
 RAF Mosquito Boots dated 1944 |
AAF A-2 jacket knitted waistband, unissued.
An original, WWII period knitted waistband in medium brown wool, for the A-2 flying jacket. Measures 30" long (75cm) unstretched by 8" (20cm) which folds over the 4" (10cm). No holes or snags, excellent unused waistband.
$75 / £60 / €72
 AAF A-2 jacket knitted waistband, unissued |  AAF A-2 jacket knitted waistband, unissued |
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USAF leather flying gloves, HAU-6/P unissued and unworn.
Modern era jet aircrew flying gloves in unlined brown leather, model HAU-6/P (I believe from the 1980s or 90s). Still sewn together - never worn. Lovely quality gloves, both with labels and marked size 5 but they fit me perfectly (like a glove!) and I would wear a size 9 RAF wartime glove. Very similar looking to the WWII B-3A but better quality finishing.
$45 / £35 / €43
 USAF flying gloves, HAU-6/P unissued and unworn |  USAF flying gloves, HAU-6/P unissued and unworn |
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 USAF flying gloves, HAU-6/P unissued and unworn |  USAF flying gloves, HAU-6/P unissued and unwornDSCN3747 |
RAF Mk 14 Flying Suit/overalls named to a Hawk pilot with pilot wings and squadron patch attached.
Dating from 1992-1994, this flying suit was worn by a pilot of 234 squadron, No. 4 (Advanced) Flying School at RAF Valley in North Wales flying British Aerospace Hawk. Unusual in that the suit still has the owner's named pilot wing patch, Hawk shoulder patch and 234 Squadron patch attached. In excellent condition - and still has the handwritten pre-flight checklist and flight data inside the thigh pockets. All zips in good working order, no wear or damage. A great modern era flying suit.
$175 / £135 / €160
 RAF Mk 14 Flying Suit named to a Hawk pilot with pilot wings and squadron patch attached. |
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 RAF Mk 14 Flying Suit named to a Hawk pilot with pilot wings and squadron patch attached. |
 RAF Mk 14 Flying Suit named to a Hawk pilot with pilot wings and squadron patch attached. |
 RAF Mk 14 Flying Suit named to a Hawk pilot with pilot wings and squadron patch attached. |
 RAF Mk 14 Flying Suit named to a Hawk pilot with pilot wings and squadron patch attached. |
 RAF Mk 14 Flying Suit named to a Hawk pilot with pilot wings and squadron patch attached. |
WWI era heavy mittens, possibly RNAS flying use.
Heavy, fleece-lined leather mittens with short gauntlets in very dark brown/black leather. Tightening strap to wrist fastens with a UCFC press stud (United Carr Fastener Co.). Being black they may have been used by the RNAS which preferred black leather for their flying kit to the RFC's brown. Since most clothing used for flying was privately purchased anyway, it is impossible to say if these were used for flying or driving - but they are very warm and quite suitable for either. Some wear/damage to the leather on one gauntlet, but not significant and they display well.
$60 / £43 / €50
 WWI era heavy mittens, possibly RNAS use. |  WWI era heavy mittens, possibly RNAS use. |
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 WWI era heavy mittens, possibly RNAS use. |  WWI era heavy mittens, possibly RNAS use. |
 WWI era heavy mittens, possibly RNAS use. |
Reproduction RAF 1936 Pattern Flying Boots in large size 11UK.
Beautifully made pair of modern manufacture 1936 Pattern Flying Boots in a huge size 11 UK (12 US). Perfect to fill a gap or for the re-enactor who has trouble finding the larger sizes. Excellent quality leather and made to a very high standard. Half the price of an original pair and safe to wear.
$275 / £199 / €230 email to secure this item
 RAF 1936 pattern boots - REPRO |  RAF 1936 pattern boots - REPRO |
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 RAF 1936 pattern boots - REPRO |  RAF 1936 pattern boots - REPRO |
AAF / USAF Type N-2 Aircrew Mittens.
Issued for extreme cold weather flying, and no doubt intended for wearing over other warm gloves. Gloves are in superb condition, appear unissued and made from unlined brown leather with moccasin style stitching. Well marked inside with what appears to be a 1949 contract order date. US Air Force white ink stamp on back of both hands. First pair of these I have ever encountered. Interesting item of flying clothing from between WWII and the Korean War, when the AAF was transitioning into the USAF and still using brown leather for a lot of flying kit.
$40/ £30 / €35 email to secure this item
 AAF Type N-2 Aircrew Mittens |  AAF Type N-2 Aircrew Mittens |
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 AAF Type N-2 Aircrew Mittens |
WWII US Army issue general purpose OD wool and leather gloves size 8.
Heavy wool gloves with leather palms. General purpose issue for drivers, mechanics, etc. and undoubtedly also worn by aircrews especially gunners and those in exposed or prone positions. Exellent condition with good woven spec. labels in both gloves indicating contract no. and size. No damage, light use.
$50 / £39 / €45 email to secure this item
 US Army wool/leather gloves |
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 US Army wool/leather gloves |
 US Army wool/leather gloves |
 US Army wool/leather gloves |