Vintage Flying Helmets
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Reproduction kapok pads for the RAF/RCAF 1932 pattern life vest.
A good and very inexpensive filler until an original can be found. 3-piece kapok stuffed green cotton pads, joined together to fit into the green "1932 pattern" Battle of Britain life vest "Mae West." Does the job!
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 Reproduction kapok pads for the RAF/RCAF 1932 pattern life vest |  Reproduction kapok pads for the RAF/RCAF 1932 pattern life vest |
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WWII RAF survival fighting knife with cut down sheath.
The same style knife was carried by SOE operatives and special forces, but this example id RAF marked with a broad arrow and 27C stores ref. number. Also marked as made by Rodgers, Sheffield, England. Overall length 12.5", blade 7". Very good condition, nicely blued blade, some wear to the wooden hilt. Comes with a fitted leather sheath which is perhaps not original or has been cut down to better fit in a survival kit such as the Beadon suit.
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 WWII RAF survival fighting knife with cut down sheath. |  WWII RAF survival fighting knife with cut down sheath. |
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 WWII RAF survival fighting knife with cut down sheath. |  WWII RAF survival fighting knife with cut down sheath. |
 WWII RAF survival fighting knife with cut down sheath. |  WWII RAF survival fighting knife with cut down sheath. |
 WWII RAF survival fighting knife with cut down sheath. |  WWII RAF survival fighting knife with cut down sheath. |
RCAF Type B-2 flying helmet with GP&R 1944 dated oxygen mask.
Incredibly rare and possibly unique set-up, probably for a RCAF fighter pilot. it comprises a RCAF Type B-2 helmet (B helmet modified for attaching the mask with snaps each side), further modified by adding RAF type rubber earcups and noise attenuating rubber surrounds on both sides (similar to the RAF Type D helmet). Fully wired with the scarce RCAF wiring, receivers and hard rubber bell plug. Fitted with a Gutta Percha & Rubber company oxygen mask dated 1944. The rubber surrounds on the earcups have hardened and split in a few places, but are still present and could perhaps be improved for display (or left as is). Mask is still supple and fitted with its wired-in microphone. Leather helmet is in great shape. Helmet has further been modified by fitting a more secure chin strap. This is the first and only set up of this type I have ever come across.
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 RCAF Type B-2 flying helmet with GP&R 1944 dated oxygen mask |  RCAF Type B-2 flying helmet with GP&R 1944 dated oxygen mask |
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 RCAF Type B-2 flying helmet with GP&R 1944 dated oxygen mask |  RCAF Type B-2 flying helmet with GP&R 1944 dated oxygen mask |
 RCAF Type B-2 flying helmet with GP&R 1944 dated oxygen mask |  RCAF Type B-2 flying helmet with GP&R 1944 dated oxygen mask |
 RCAF Type B-2 flying helmet with GP&R 1944 dated oxygen mask |  RCAF Type B-2 flying helmet with GP&R 1944 dated oxygen mask |
 RCAF Type B-2 flying helmet with GP&R 1944 dated oxygen mask |  RCAF Type B-2 flying helmet with GP&R 1944 dated oxygen mask |
 RCAF Type B-2 flying helmet with GP&R 1944 dated oxygen mask |  RCAF Type B-2 flying helmet with GP&R 1944 dated oxygen mask |
1937 dated Wareings labeled Type B flying helmet fitted with original face-defenders.
Lovely example of an early RAF Type B helmet by Wareings of Northampton, who were also contracted to male the Irvin suits. Leather is superb, chamois lining is fairy clean. Great label (size 2 but a generous medium). Still fitted with its original face defenders and original A-crown-M marked wartime sponge rubber cushions. named to Sgt. Newton but no further information. Retains leather zip pullers and leather covering on. both Bennett's buckles. Classic Battle of Britain helmet. A quality helmet getting harder to find in this condition.
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 1937 dated Wareings labeled Type B flying helmet |  1937 dated Wareings labeled Type B flying helmet |
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 1937 dated Wareings labeled Type B flying helmet |  1937 dated Wareings labeled Type B flying helmet |
 1937 dated Wareings labeled Type B flying helmet |  1937 dated Wareings labeled Type B flying helmet |
 1937 dated Wareings labeled Type B flying helmet |  1937 dated Wareings labeled Type B flying helmet |
 1937 dated Wareings labeled Type B flying helmet |
USAAF SW-141V push-to-talk switch assembly for use with T-30 throat mic. or mask mounted mic.
SW-141 push-to-talk switch assembly worn mostly by USAAF bomber crews to enable communication between crew members without interference. Plastic switch housing is excellent and well marked. Fitted with a cord lanyard for wearing around the neck and with leads and 2-pin socket for the microphone plug. There is one break in the rubber coating on the lead, though the wring inside is still intact and strong and could very likely be repaired quite easily with care. Apart from that the cables are strong and flexible—but priced accordingly.
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 USAAF SW-141V push-to-talk switch assembly for use with T-30 throat mic. or mask mounted mic. |  USAAF SW-141V push-to-talk switch assembly for use with T-30 throat mic. or mask mounted mic. |
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 USAAF SW-141V push-to-talk switch assembly for use with T-30 throat mic. or mask mounted mic. |  USAAF SW-141V push-to-talk switch assembly for use with T-30 throat mic. or mask mounted mic. |
 USAAF SW-141V push-to-talk switch assembly for use with T-30 throat mic. or mask mounted mic. |  USAAF SW-141V push-to-talk switch assembly for use with T-30 throat mic. or mask mounted mic. |
RARE superb flying log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Africa.
Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner with GAO 502 on Potez 63-11s. He did one operation during the Battle of France with this unit in June 1940 and crash landed. After France capitulated he went to Africa, trained as a navigator and converted to B-26 Marauders with the Free French Air Force, completing 33 ops. with the 1/32 Bourgogne bomber group. Grouping comprises his two log books, three pieces of insignia and 29 original wartime photos. A fantastic set. Included is a full summary of all his missions (French equivalent of his Operational Record with English translation (attached as a MS Word doc). $1,650
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 Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |  Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |
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 Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |  Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |
 Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |  Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |
 Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |  Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |
 Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |  Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |
 Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |  Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |
 Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |  Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |
 Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |  Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |
 Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |  RARE superb flying log book grouping to a French Air Gunner who flew in the Battle of France, then l |
 Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |  Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |
 Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |  Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |
 Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |  Log book grouping to a French Air Gunner: Battle of France, and Free French Air Force over North Afr |
RAF Type E* oxygen mask REPRODUCTION by Sefton Clothing Co. with Type 48 microphone.
The best possible reproduction of this rare oxygen mask, moulded from an original but in modern rubber that wil not deteriorate. All hardware and fittings, including the strap, internal valve, nose plate and microphone are original, taken from a rotted donor mask. Perfect for lasting display, re-enacting or filling a gap and a fraction of the price of an original. New condition.
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 RAF Type E* oxygen mask REPRODUCTION by Sefton Clothing Co. with Type 48 microphone. |  RAF Type E* oxygen mask REPRODUCTION by Sefton Clothing Co. with Type 48 microphone. |
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 RAF Type E* oxygen mask REPRODUCTION by Sefton Clothing Co. with Type 48 microphone. |  RAF Type E* oxygen mask REPRODUCTION by Sefton Clothing Co. with Type 48 microphone. |
 RAF Type E* oxygen mask REPRODUCTION by Sefton Clothing Co. with Type 48 microphone. |  RAF Type E* oxygen mask REPRODUCTION by Sefton Clothing Co. with Type 48 microphone. |
 RAF Type E* oxygen mask REPRODUCTION by Sefton Clothing Co. with Type 48 microphone. |  RAF Type E* oxygen mask REPRODUCTION by Sefton Clothing Co. with Type 48 microphone. |
USSR WWII Flying Gloves with mitten finger covers.
You have to see and touch these gloves to appreciate the incredible quality. Butter soft leather and exquisite workmanship (not something we often think of with Soviet equipment). Fleece lined gloves can be turned into mittens for extreme cold, by flipping the covers over the fingers - similar to the types worn by the RFC in WWI. Held on by an elasticated strap on the back of the hand (elastic slightly stretched out) and an adjustment strap with snap fastener on the inside of the wrist. One has a faded linen label on which I can make out the word "Mockba" (Moscow).
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 USSR WWII Flying Gloves with mitten finger covers |  USSR WWII Flying Gloves with mitten finger covers |
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 USSR WWII Flying Gloves with mitten finger covers |  USSR WWII Flying Gloves with mitten finger covers |
 USSR WWII Flying Gloves with mitten finger covers |  USSR WWII Flying Gloves with mitten finger covers |
RAF issue tube whistle with chain, carried on Mae West for distress signalling.
Initially these "tube" style or "pealess" whistles were used by the police, including the RAF military police – but were frequently procured and carried by aircrew flying over enemy territory in order to locate each other after baling out, either on land or over water. In 1943, a "snail" type whistle (with a pea) was introduced because had had a louder, deeper tone which could be heard from greater distance - but photos of RAF fighter pilots and bomber crews from 1941 and 42 show this tube type attached to the Mae West by a chain, as in this case. Excellent condition retaining all its chrome plating and crisp Air Ministry markings.
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 RAF issue tube whistle carried on Mae West for distress signalling |
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 RAF issue tube whistle carried on Mae West for distress signalling |
RARE USN QAS (clip-on) seat type parachute for fighter pilots, complete and packed with silk canopy, T-ring and ripcord.
Incredibly rare "clip-on" seat type parachute for the US Navy QAS (Quick Attach Seat) harness worn by many aircrews, most notably carrier-borne fighter pilots in the Pacific. This includes the pack, made from waterprofed grey fabric, webbing straps and clips for attaching to the harness (not included) fitted with the ripcord and "T-ring" to deploy the parachute. The canopy is still inside, as originally packed in 1945. Well marked and inspection dated August 1945. A green canvas horsehair stuffed seat cushion is secured to the pack which is ready to clip on to complete a display.
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 USN QAS (clip-on) seat type parachute for fighter pilots, complete and packed with silk canopy. |  USN QAS (clip-on) seat type parachute for fighter pilots, complete and packed with silk canopy. |
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 USN QAS (clip-on) seat type parachute for fighter pilots, complete and packed with silk canopy. |  USN QAS (clip-on) seat type parachute for fighter pilots, complete and packed with silk canopy. |
 USN QAS (clip-on) seat type parachute for fighter pilots, complete and packed with silk canopy. |  USN QAS (clip-on) seat type parachute for fighter pilots, complete and packed with silk canopy. |
 USN QAS (clip-on) seat type parachute for fighter pilots, complete and packed with silk canopy. |
WWI Imperial German Air Service flying helmet in grey leather.
Leather flying helmets of this simple style were worn by aviators of most nations in WWI, with certain characteristics being associated with certain air forces - for example the leather "lopp" at the crown for attaching a streamer or scarf for ID is associated with German, Prussian and and Austro-Hungarian flyers. The same basic style remained in use long after the war (until the late 1930s) making positive ID of wartime patterns quite difficult. However, this helmet ticks many of the boxes and the fact that it is produced in grey leather, rather than black or dark brown, is not only scarce, but indicates likely pre-1918 use, since grey leather was very popular with German Air Service (a surviving flying helmet belonging to Mannfred von Richtofen in the RAF Museum is constructed of grey leather). Anyway - it is what it is and I believe it to be pre-1920 vintage. It is in excellent condition.
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 WWI Imperial German Air Service flying helmet in grey leather |  WWI Imperial German Air Service flying helmet in grey leather |
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 WWI Imperial German Air Service flying helmet in grey leather |  WWI Imperial German Air Service flying helmet in grey leather |
 WWI Imperial German Air Service flying helmet in grey leather |  WWI Imperial German Air Service flying helmet in grey leather |
RAF Mk IVB flying goggles, with polarizing sun screen, in fantastic condition.
The better design of the 3 variants of MkIV goggles introduced into RAF service simultaneously in June 1940. This pair of Mk IVB goggles is in stunning condition; excellent frames, scarce tinted lenses (showing light delamination), perfect loops and still fitted with the original flip-up polarizing sun screen for spotting the "Hun-in-the-sun." The sponge cushions are also intact and still soft. Leather strap is well-marked. This set would be very difficult to upgrade.
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 RAF Mk IVB flying goggles, with polarizing sun screen, in fantastic condition |  RAF Mk IVB flying goggles, with polarizing sun screen, in fantastic condition |
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 RAF Mk IVB flying goggles, with polarizing sun screen, in fantastic condition |  RAF Mk IVB flying goggles, with polarizing sun screen, in fantastic condition |
 RAF Mk IVB flying goggles, with polarizing sun screen, in fantastic condition |  RAF Mk IVB flying goggles, with polarizing sun screen, in fantastic condition |
RARE Imperial Japanese Navy flying goggles, with tinted lenses, in box with cleaning cloth.
Amazing set of Imperial Japanese Naval Air Force flying goggles by Manchurian Shipyard (MAN marked on each side). Reddish brown lacquered frames, brown velvet cushions, brown elastic strap, dark green tinted lenses (rarely found) showing signs of delalamination –but this doesn't show from the front. Complete in their original "hat" box with the factory issued cleaning cloth printed with instructions. All in very good to excellent condition.
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 Imperial Japanese Navy flying goggles in box with cleaning cloth |  Imperial Japanese Navy flying goggles in box with cleaning cloth |
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 Imperial Japanese Navy flying goggles in box with cleaning cloth |  Imperial Japanese Navy flying goggles in box with cleaning cloth |
 Imperial Japanese Navy flying goggles in box with cleaning cloth |  Imperial Japanese Navy flying goggles in box with cleaning cloth |
 Imperial Japanese Navy flying goggles in box with cleaning cloth |  Imperial Japanese Navy flying goggles in box with cleaning cloth |
RAF Type B flying helmet, as worn in the Battle of Britain. Superb condition.
Absolutely superb RAF Type B helmet. It appears to be almost unused (almost) with a little storage wear, nothing more. Size 2 (medium) but very generously cut and probably closer to a 3. Leather superb, chamois lining completely clean, retains leather zip pullers, metal V-tip on chin strap and both leather coverings on Bennett's buckles – it even has 100% of paint on press studs/snaps. Lovely crisp A-crown-M stamp on right hand side and a good label inside with contract information. Name written inside is R. E. Byrd Cmdr. I can't quite believe that is the Commander Richard Byrd of the USN, although he did serve in WWII and may have acquired a B helmet while serving alongside Royal Navy personnel. It's just a name but makes it interesting. I promise you will not find a better example of a Type B helmet.
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 RAF Type B flying helmet, as worn in the Battle of Britain. Superb condition. |  RAF Type B flying helmet, as worn in the Battle of Britain. Superb condition. |
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 RAF Type B flying helmet, as worn in the Battle of Britain. Superb condition. |  RAF Type B flying helmet, as worn in the Battle of Britain. Superb condition. |
 RAF Type B flying helmet, as worn in the Battle of Britain. Superb condition. |  RAF Type B flying helmet, as worn in the Battle of Britain. Superb condition. |
 RAF Type B flying helmet, as worn in the Battle of Britain. Superb condition. |  RAF Type B flying helmet, as worn in the Battle of Britain. Superb condition. |
 RAF Type B flying helmet, as worn in the Battle of Britain. Superb condition. |  RAF Type B flying helmet, as worn in the Battle of Britain. Superb condition. |
RAF Type E* oxygen mask complete and in very good condition, with original narrow tube and Type 48 mic.
Very good RAF Type E* oxygen mask, still fitted with its original narrow gauge tube (hose) secured by a metal circlip. The soft rubber mask body is in very good condition, with no hardness, no stickiness and fully pliable. No visible cracking or crazing - just some slight misshaping from storage. The tube is completely flexible with the slightest hint of surface cracks in between the corrugations. The chamois edging shows only storage soiling. Fitted with a good Type 48 microphone. These very rarely turn up with the narrow tube still attached - most were separated and used as mic. carriers after the Type G mask was introduced in 1943.
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 RAF Type E* oxygen mask complete with original narrow tube and Type 48 mic. |  RAF Type E* oxygen mask complete with original narrow tube and Type 48 mic. |
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 RAF Type E* oxygen mask complete with original narrow tube and Type 48 mic. |  RAF Type E* oxygen mask complete with original narrow tube and Type 48 mic. |
 RAF Type E* oxygen mask complete with original narrow tube and Type 48 mic. |  RAF Type E* oxygen mask complete with original narrow tube and Type 48 mic. |
 RAF Type E* oxygen mask complete with original narrow tube and Type 48 mic. |  RAF Type E* oxygen mask complete with original narrow tube and Type 48 mic. |
 RAF Type E* oxygen mask complete with original narrow tube and Type 48 mic. |
USN Korean War helicopter pilot flying helmet with boom mic.
The final development of the AN6540 series of helmets, which continued in use after the war. Gentex MIL-H-7151 in Green nylon, unlined, fitted with wartime ANB-H-1A receivers and a boom microphone, with all cords and plugs intact. There are also snaps for an oxygen mask if required, and short webbing straps with snaps for attaching to a Gentex H-3 or H-4 hard shell helmet. Excellent condition throughout showing no wear or damage. Interesting to display alongside earlier Types to show the evolution.
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 USN Korean War helicopter pilot flying helmet with boom mic. |  USN Korean War helicopter pilot flying helmet with boom mic. |
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 USN Korean War helocopter pilot flying helmet with book mic. |  USN Korean War helicopter pilot flying helmet with boom mic. |
 USN Korean War helicopter pilot flying helmet with boom mic. |  USN Korean War helicopter pilot flying helmet with boom mic. |
 USN Korean War helicopter pilot flying helmet with boom mic. |  USN Korean War helicopter pilot flying helmet with boom mic. |
RAF Type B helmet by Reliance, personalized and modified for E* mask.
Wonderful Type B helmet in a generous size 3 (large) made by Reliance (1940-41). Helmet has obvious signs of use - a true combat veteran - but no damage or abuse whatsoever. It has been modified by removing the female snaps/studs for the Type D mask and installing 3 male studs/snaps for the E* mask )although it would also work perfectly with the E or G mask as well). It has also been personalized by having the initials "BG" hand-painted on the left hand side, above the zipped ear cup. Leather is in great condition, soft and flexible; lining shows evidence of Brylcreem, but for all that, helmet retains its telephone holders, metal V-tip on the chin strap, both Bennett's buckles are intact and leather zip pullers are present. An absolute gem of a Type B with a rare manufacturer's label and in a large size - what more could you ask for?
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 RAF Type B helmet by Reliance, personalized and modified for E* mask |  RAF Type B helmet by Reliance, personalized and modified for E* mask |
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 RAF Type B helmet by Reliance, personalized and modified for E* mask |  RAF Type B helmet by Reliance, personalized and modified for E* mask |
 RAF Type B helmet by Reliance, personalized and modified for E* mask |  RAF Type B helmet by Reliance, personalized and modified for E* mask |
 RAF Type B helmet by Reliance, personalized and modified for E* mask |  RAF Type B helmet by Reliance, personalized and modified for E* mask |
RCAF Type C receivers (same as RAF Type 32 - compatible with all RAF/RCAF flying helmets).
Canadian made radio telephone receivers which fit perfectly in any B, C, D or E helmet as well all Canadian made helmets. Equivalent of the RAF Type 32 and easily wired to an internal or external cord. Very hard to find any receivers on the loose these days.
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 RCAF Type C receivers (same as RAF Type 32 - compatible with all RAF/RCAF flying helmets) |  RCAF Type C receivers (same as RAF Type 32 - compatible with all RAF/RCAF flying helmets) |
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 RCAF Type C receivers (same as RAF Type 32 - compatible with all RAF/RCAF flying helmets) |
USAAF Type A-12 Bubble Sextant in fitted case with accessories.
Scarce navigation instrument carried in all long range bombers and reconnaissance aircraft. Excellent condition, in its original case with what looks like most accessories, including a pencil with magnifier, case of compass leads, spare light bulbs and reel. Also includes the key to the OD case. Well marked on the case and on the instrument. Very good condition.
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 AAF Type A-12 Bubble Sextant in fitted case with accessories |  AAF Type A-12 Bubble Sextant in fitted case with accessories |
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 AAF Type A-12 Bubble Sextant in fitted case with accessories |  AAF Type A-12 Bubble Sextant in fitted case with accessories |
 DSCN2381AAF Type A-12 Bubble Sextant in fitted case with accessories |  AAF Type A-12 Bubble Sextant in fitted case with accessories |
 AAF Type A-12 Bubble Sextant in fitted case with accessories |  AAF Type A-12 Bubble Sextant in fitted case with accessories |
 AAF Type A-12 Bubble Sextant in fitted case with accessories |
US Army / AAF / USN Polaroid 1021 all-purpose goggles.
Though issued as "All-Purpose" goggles, these proved popular with aviators in both the AAF and USN – and also with the RAF (notably RAF ace Ginger Lacey is often pictures wearing these). Very good condition; the rubber is flexible and the elastic stretches perfectly. The sponge backing is a little dry but not perished or flaking at all and still springy. Good green lens fitted.
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 US AAF Polaroid 1021 all-purpose gogglesDSCN9989 |  US AAF Polaroid 1021 all-purpose goggles |
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 US AAF Polaroid 1021 all-purpose goggles |
8 original wartime photos of
B-29 nose art pin up girls.
8 original photos of pin-up girls painted on the nose (and in one case te engine nacelle) of B-29 bombers haded towards Japan. Photos are in good condition and good size, varying from 5" x 3.5" (14cm x 9cm) to 4.5" x 3" (11cm x 8cm) approx. I don't believe these have ever been published.
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 8 original wartime photos of B-29 nose art pin up girls |  8 original wartime photos of B-29 nose art pin up girls |
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 8 original wartime photos of B-29 nose art pin up girls |  8 original wartime photos of B-29 nose art pin up girls |
 8 original wartime photos of B-29 nose art pin up girls |  8 original wartime photos of B-29 nose art pin up girls |
 8 original wartime photos of B-29 nose art pin up girls |
RAF thermally insulated "Irvin" flying jacket with the yellow painted hood as issued to Coastal Command and Fleet Air Arm pilots and crews.
Lovely used example of this iconic jacket made from reversed sheepskin painted with a dark brown waterproof coating. Overall very good condition and large size - retaining its Air Ministry label in the neck. Based on the pattern I would say late 1942 –early 1943. This is the version with the yellow painted hood as an aid to visibility during sea rescue and was primarily worn by Fleet Air Arm and Coastal Command flyers. No damage (tiny surface nick on the right shoulder). Sleeve zips have been professionally replaced but look great, main zip is original - all work perfectly. Thick honey coloured lining is superb. Overall surface is beautifully worn with a nice dull patina leaving it soft and flexible.
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 RAF thermally insulated "Irvin" flying jacket with the yellow painted hood as issued to Coastal Comm |  RAF thermally insulated "Irvin" flying jacket with the yellow painted hood as issued to Coastal Comm |
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 RAF thermally insulated "Irvin" flying jacket with the yellow painted hood as issued to Coastal Comm |  RAF thermally insulated "Irvin" flying jacket with the yellow painted hood as issued to Coastal Comm |
 RAF thermally insulated "Irvin" flying jacket with the yellow painted hood as issued to Coastal Comm |  RAF thermally insulated "Irvin" flying jacket with the yellow painted hood as issued to Coastal Comm |
 RAF thermally insulated "Irvin" flying jacket with the yellow painted hood as issued to Coastal Comm |  RAF thermally insulated "Irvin" flying jacket with the yellow painted hood as issued to Coastal Comm |
 RAF thermally insulated "Irvin" flying jacket with the yellow painted hood as issued to Coastal Comm |  RAF thermally insulated "Irvin" flying jacket with the yellow painted hood as issued to Coastal Comm |
Extremely rare Luftwaffe enlisted man's visor cap for the esteemed Hermann Göring Regiment.
Original examples of this rare cap very rarely surface, and this example is in absolutely superb condition. Made from officer quality gabardine wool and featuring the white waffenfarbe of the Hermann Göring Regiment, the cap has a polished visor with green checkerboard pattern underneath and a patent leather chin strap. The orange cotton lining with undamaged sweatshield lists a Berlin maker, size 56-1/2 and a date of 1938. It is additionally marked under the sweatband with the stamp of the 16th Battn. IV Regt. Hermann Göring. Light tan leather sweatband shows only light wear and there is very light soiling to the white piping from handling. Aluminium eagle and winged cockade, with painted finish showing light wear. An outstanding example of a very rare and highly-desirable cap.
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 RARE LW enlisted visor cap to the Herman Göring Division |  RARE LW enlisted visor cap to the Herman Göring Division |
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3 x Luftwaffe photo postcards from WWII + one later postcard-size image signed by Walter Wolfrum.
Classic wartime "hero" postcards featuring Molders, Udet and Wick, all Knight's Cross winners. All in great condition, the Wick postcard is slightly stained and has writing on the back (but no stamp) and has also been removed from an album. The fourth is a more recent postcard showing a wartime photo of another German pilot Walter Wolfrum and is signed by him. I cannot tell if it is signed in sharpie or if it is a facsimile signature and part of the printing, so it is a priced as a facsimile. Price for all four together.
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 Luftwaffe postcards photos, one signed |
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 Luftwaffe postcards photos, one signed |