US Navy Slote and Klein AN6540 summer flying helmet in unissued condition, no receivers fitted.
Unissued condition later war USN / USMC summer flight helmet made uunder contract N288s. Size Medium which equates to Large in AAF equivalent (same size as the AN-H-16 above!). Impossible to upgrade!
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 USN AN6540 unissued |
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 USN AN6540 unissued |
 USN AN6540 unissued |
 USN AN6540 unissued |
 USN AN6540 unissued |
 USN AN6540 unissued |
Scarce Great War Royal Flying Corps cowl type flying helmet.
Now harder than ever to find, these cowl type helmets were issued to all RFC pilots and aircrews, though they are said to have been favoured by gunners who had to stand up in their turrets and were exposed to cold air - however photgraphs show they were also worn extensively by pilots of both figher (scout ) aircarft and bombers. In overall great display condition, the leather is very good, although it could probably use some dressing. The chamois lining is also good and the War Dept issue stamp can be seen, though faintly, inside. The fur area has moulted, as is common, and the skin shows some minor insect damage, but this doesn't show when displayed. The helmet retains it's earflaps and original chin strap and nuckle. The padded cylinders were clearly removed at the time (as was common practice - they were found to be useless at deflecting sound and actually caused more noise from vibrating). The keather is evenly faded around their stitch holes showing this was definitely a period modification. A very scarce helmet in good to very good condiiton.
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 RFC cowl / hood flying helmet |
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 RFC cowl / hood flying helmet |
 RFC cowl / hood flying helmet |
 RFC cowl / hood flying helmet |
RARE 1942 dated Luftwaffe rubberized linen night bombing target map of Aberdeen and Peterhead, Scotland.
Small scale map measures 53 cm x 43 cm (23" x 17") printed in colour on brght yellow rubberized linen. Single-sided in outstanding condition, very clean and no folds or pin holes as are usually found. These were carried in night bombing aircraft - the yellow background and bright features showing up well under red cockpit lighting. Being waterproof they could also be used for sailing / navigation in the event of ditching or baling out at sea. Maps shows depths of North Sea off the coast of Scotland as well as major targets on the northern Scottish coast. Aberdeen was bombed very badly in April 1943 by waves of Luftwaffe bombers coming from bases in Norway. These target maps are quite rare and highly sought after accessories and make attractive displays alongside Luftwaffe flying kit.
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 Luftwaffe target map SCOTLAND |
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 Luftwaffe target map SCOTLAND |
 Luftwaffe target map SCOTLAND |
 Luftwaffe target map SCOTLAND |
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RAF Sherry glasses from the officers' mess.
A matching set of four sherry glasses from an RAF officer's mess, dating from c.1930 to WWII. Excellent condition with no cracks or chips and etched RAF crest. Would prefer to sell as a set, since all are matched, but if no interest will split and sell individually.
All 4: $150 / £120 / €130
Each: $45 / £35 / €40
 RAF sherry glasses |  RAF sherry glasses |
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 RAF sherry glasses |
RAF egg cup from the officers' mess.
Eggs were a very rare commodity back in WWII and reserved only for those flying on ops. (everyone else had to make do with powdered eggs). Imagine arriving back at dawn after a long night raid and being able to enjoy a soft boiled egg - it was quite a luxury. This egg cup is exquisite: bone china made by Aynsley, with a blue glaze, gold leaf trim and RAF crest lithographed in blue. No cracks, chips or damage - perfect condition.
 RAF officer's mess egg cup |
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 RAF officer's mess egg cup |
Vintage Flying Helmets
Aviation, military and historical items for discerning collectors
Insignia/Medals/Badges - German
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WWII German political party vehicle or building pennant.
Excellent example of a National Socialist party pennant, most likely for use on a vehicle, or as a hanging emblem on a building, comprising a red triangular pennant with a sewn white circle and a printed black swastika. 50cm x 33cm (19.5" x 13") double-sided (double-thickness) in very high quality cotton. Small loops to each top corner for attaching to a post or rope. Slightly grubby from use or storage but no damage, excellent condition. Most likely captured from a German vehicle or liberated building and brought back as a souvenir. Not uncommon, but an exceptional example.
$75 / £55 / €68
 WWII German political party vehicle pennant. |
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 WWII German political party vehicle pennant. |
Luftwaffe sports shirt/vest emblem.
Not an uncommon item, but this is a textbook example, in excellent condition, with no damage and only minor storage soiling., Silk bevo woven design on triangle in excellent condition.
$55 / £42 / €50
 Luftwaffe sports shirt/vest emblem |  Luftwaffe sports shirt/vest emblem |
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Luftwaffe Air Gunner / Flight Engineer qualification badge by Assman.
Luftwaffe aircrew qualification badge for an Air Gunner or Flight Engineer (without the lightning bolts featured on the Radio Operator's similar badge). A well struck example which does not appear to have been "cut down" from the Radio Operator's badge. Clear Assman "A" to back of badge. Good pin and catch. Wear to highlights but retains most of blackened finish to eagle. A good looking badge.
$750 / £545 / €635
 Luftwaffe Air Gunner / Flight Engineer qualification badge by Assman |  Luftwaffe Air Gunner / Flight Engineer qualification badge by Assman |
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 Luftwaffe Air Gunner / Flight Engineer qualification badge by Assman |  Luftwaffe Air Gunner / Flight Engineer qualification badge by Assman |
Luftwaffe Transport Sergeant patch.
From an old collection of unissued, mint condition Luftwaffe enlisted/NCO uniform trade patches. Light grey embroidered on blue grey wool background. 2.25" (5.5cm) diameter patch for a Luftwaffe transport Sergeant.
$25 / £18 / €20
 LW-transport sgt patch |  LW-transport sgt patch |
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Luftwaffe Radioman patch.
From an old collection of unissued, mint condition Luftwaffe enlisted/NCO uniform trade patches. Light grey embroidered on blue grey wool background. 2.25" (5.5cm) diameter patch for a Luftwaffe Radio Technician.
$25 / £18 / €20
 LW-radioman-front |  LW-radioman-back |
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Luftwaffe Aerial Bomb Ordnance patch.
From an old collection of unissued, mint condition Luftwaffe enlisted/NCO uniform trade patches. Light grey embroidered on blue grey wool background. 2.25" (5.5cm) diameter patch for a Luftwaffe Bomb Ordnance technician.
$25 / £18 / €20
 LW-Aerial Bomb Ordnance-front |  LW-Aerial bomb ordnance-back |
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Luftwaffe Air Raid Warning personnel patch.
From an old collection of unissued, mint condition Luftwaffe enlisted/NCO uniform trade patches. Light grey embroidered on blue grey wool background. 2.25" (5.5cm) diameter patch for Luftwaffe Air Raid Warning personnel.
$25 / £18 / €20
 LW-Air Raid warning pers-front |  LW-Air Raid Warning pers-back |
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Luftwaffe Aircraft Equipment Administrator.
From an old collection of unissued, mint condition Luftwaffe enlisted/NCO uniform trade patches. Light grey embroidered on blue grey wool background. 2.25" (5.5cm) diameter patch for Luftwaffe Aircraft Equipment Administrator.
$25 / £18 / €20
 LW-AC equipment-admin-front |  LW-AC equipment-admin-back |
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Luftwaffe Pyrotechnician.
From an old collection of unissued, mint condition Luftwaffe enlisted/NCO uniform trade patches. Light grey embroidered on blue grey wool background. 2.25" (5.5cm) diameter patch for Luftwaffe Pyrotechnician.
$25 / £18 / €20
 LW-pyrotechnician-front |  LW-pyrotechnician-back |
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Luftwaffe Automotive Equipment Administrator.
From an old collection of unissued, mint condition Luftwaffe enlisted/NCO uniform trade patches. Light grey embroidered on blue grey wool background. 2.25" (5.5cm) diameter patch for Luftwaffe Automotive Equipment Administrator.
$25 / £18 / €20
 LW-Automotive equipment administrator |  LW-Automotive equipment administrator |
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Luftwaffe Technical Aviation Personnel patch.
From an old collection of unissued, mint condition Luftwaffe enlisted/NCO uniform trade patches. Light grey embroidered on blue grey wool background with black paper backing. 3.75" (9.5cm) diameter patch for Luftwaffe Luftwaffe Technical Aviation Personnel.
$35 / £25 / €30
 LW-Technical-aviation-personnel |  LW-Technical-aviation-personnel |
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Luftwaffe Rangefinder patch.
From an old collection of unissued, mint condition Luftwaffe enlisted/NCO uniform trade patches. Light grey embroidered on blue grey wool background. 4" (10cm) diameter patch for Luftwaffe Rangefinder Personnel.
$35 / £25 / €30
 LW-rangefinder-front |  LW-rangefinder-back |
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German War Merit Cross Second Class with Swords.
The War Merit Cross was a civilian award for courage on the home front by non-military personnel – a sort of Iron Cross for civilians. Like the Iron Cross, there were two classes: First Class and Second Class, with this being the Second Class (suspended from a ring by a red, white and black ribbon; First Class awards were heavier and pin-back). The award with swords was the highest level of the Second Class variant. Made from zinc with a bronze wash, this example is in good condition, though it lacks its ribbon.
$55 / £40 / €48
 German War Merit Cross with Swords |  German War Merit Cross with Swords |
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Luftwaffe other ranks cap badges/set.
Comprising eagle cap device plus wreath, cockade and wings in stamped aluminium. All but one of the prongs has broke off or been removed but no other damage and they display nicely.
$40 / £30 / €35
 Luftwaffe other ranks cap badges/set |  Luftwaffe other ranks cap badges/set |
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LW matched pair of slip-on shoulder straps for Oberfeldwebel, flying or paratrooper division.
Excellent matched pair of shoulder straps / boards for the rank of Oberfeldwebel for flight or paratrooper division of the Luftwaffe (yellow waffenfarbe). Very good condition with no damage or mothing.
$185 / £140 / €155
 LW matched pair of shoulder boards for Oberfeldwebel, flying or paratroop |  LW matched pair of shoulder boards for Oberfeldwebel, flying or paratroop |
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 LW matched pair of shoulder boards for Oberfeldwebel, flying or paratroop |
Late War Luftwaffe ground assault badge.
Very late war Luftwaffe ground assault badge. Zinc, one-piece construction and typical low quality late war, though the details are fairly clean, in spite of the usual surface deterioration and wear. Some evidence of silvering to the surface but not a brilliant example.
$125 / £90 / €105
 Late War Luftwaffe ground assault badge |
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 Late War Luftwaffe ground assault badge |
 Late War Luftwaffe ground assault badge |