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 | Air Ministry Type D Stereoscope - In original canvas issue pouch embossed Type D 14B/746 and AM with King's crown. These instruments were used by WWII RAF intelligence officers to examine in detail aerial photographs. Excellent issued condition and disassembles for storage and transportation. Case size: 9 cm x 6 cm (6.5" x 3.5").
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| RAF WWII Dinghy Survival Balloon M-278-A - In original sealed issue tin. This balloon was designed to loft the aerial wire of the SCR-578 radio transmitter (Gibson Girl) and had the advantage over the aerial kite as it could be operated in still weather conditions. The outside of the tin carries full operating instructions and illustrations as to how it should be inflated via a hydrogen generator. We can't guarantee the condition of the balloon, although the tin is sealed and has never been used. An invaluable piece of kit for airmen downed over water.
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| A-2 Flying Jacket - Manufactured by the Cooper Defense Contract Division for the USAF. Coopers obtained a contract in 1988 to supply a total of 53, 000 units and we understand this most famous WWII pattern also served with distinction during the first Gulf War. This example has been my personal jacket and was purchased new in 1992. It is in excellent condition and is only for sale as it is now a fraction small! It is sized at 42R (107 cm). No faults and a very wearable A-2, at a time when wartime examples are just too valuable to use on a regular basis.
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| 1940 Pattern Flying Boots - Standard issue RAF Flying Boots as favoured by Bomber Crews in WWII. They are a superb example with near unmarked brown suede and very clean fur lining. Original broad arrow marked lightning zips fitted. The "Itshide" soles and heels are original. The rubber galosh, which is often cracked and peeling on this pattern, is near perfect. The boots are a UK size 8, American 8 1/2, Continental 42.
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| USAAF ANH15 Cloth Flying Helmet - without wiring, near mint un-issued condition.
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| RAF Trench Art Cannon Shell - A fine example made from an inert wartime 20mm cannon shell and incorporating an RAF O.R. cap badge to front and to the side a pair of brass wings have been soldered. The base is turned alloy. No doubt it was made up with some skill by a fitter from available materials during an off duty moment in WWII. 18 cm (7").
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| Battle of Britain 145 Shadow Squadron Plaque - Mounted on an oak shield, the crest is surmounted by a King's crown and probably dates to WWII. 145 Squadron was formed in Egypt in 1918, was disbanded in 1919, but reformed in 1939. It was initially equipped with Blenheims, but in 1940 converted to Hurricanes and Spitfires and fought with distinction in the Battle of Britain. The motto translates to "we fight by day and night". The squadron was disbanded on 19th August, 1945. Excellent original condition. 18 cm (7").
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| Morse Formation Control Panel - WWII RAF/FAA, Ref. 5C/3108. Mint unissued condition, complete with canvas cover. We understand this pattern was used in a variety of WWII aircraft, including Lancasters and Swordfish.
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| Irvin Jacket - RAF Battle of Britain Vintage, dated 1940. Classic four panel construction, Size 6. Marked 40/42" chest (102-107 cm), but fits bigger. Some period repairs, but overall sound original condition. Replacement main zip professionally fitted. Early Dot sleeve zips, one at fault. Exceptionally rare - an early Irvin in a large size.
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| RAF Mk VIII Flying Goggles - Stores ref. no. 22C/939. This pattern was introduced in late 1943 and continued in service until the 1970's. This example is complete with the original AM stamped issue box (showing some signs of water staining). It contains a spare set of tinted lenses (some fogging) and a de-misting tin and cloth dated 1941.
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| RAF H Type Oxygen Mask - Introduced into RAF service late in WWII and continued in use until the 1980's. This example appears to be dated 1/1952 and carries the larger wartime specification microhone. It is complete with harness and straps and makes a perfect partner to a C type helmet. Wartime manufactured H masks are very rare, so this example is the next best thing at a fraction of the price!
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| Horsa Glider Instrument Panel - This replica is made up using original instruments mounted within metal panels, which in turn are bolted to a wooden frame. The panel includes replica plaques giving information on maximum tow speed, etc. as well as the ballast to be added if flown with only one pilot. The Horsa was perhaps the most famous glider of WWII and this panel is a perfect size to display with your collection. It measures 18" x 15" (46 cm x 38 cm).
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| Mk III Flying Goggles - nice clear lenses. Leather face mask in good shape, original back strap stamped "R.C.A.F. 22/397 C.C.B. 1942". This pattern was introduced in 1935, issued to the RAF and RCAF, it is synonymous with the Battle of Britain.
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| RAF 'H' Type Oxygen Mask - plus Tube and Clip. Complete with Type 57 microphone. These masks were first issued in 1944 and continued in service use up until the 1980's. This example, which is in very good condition, is dated 1964.
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| WWII Japanese Winter Flight Suit - A superb example of this rare flying suit finished in woven fabric with a full fur lining and collar. The suit carries a small pocket with signs of electrical wiring and is complete with waistbelt which is often missing. All zips are original. It even has provision for attaching the short version of the tachi sword which was symbolically carried in flight. The suit has a stitched repair to the breast pocket and some service wear, but overall it is an extremely nice example.
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| Luftwaffe WWII Electrically Heated Flying Gloves - Rare pattern with provision for electrical heating. Made of soft blue/grey suede with the hand section being fabric lined and the gauntlet in cream leather. Profusely stamped inside, dated 1942 and marked 8 watt 24 volts. The electrical heating element and snaps are absent. Quite heavy service wear, but an excellent original example which have clearly seen combat. Ideal for display, medium size.
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| Luftwaffe Radio Case - Named to Siemens and stamped K32 GWB and embossed with a large Luftwaffe eagle. The opposite side features two sprung doors, both with applied Luftwaffe logo and when opened a loud speaker port is exposed. We understand these cases would have originally contained a valve radio to enable Luftwaffe personnel to listen to their favourite radio programmes from home. The wooden case is in excellent condition and finished in Luftwaffe grey paint. The radio and loud speaker are no longer present, but a modern unit could be fitted and ideal for re-enactment purposes. It measures 18" x 12" x 7.5" (46 cm x 30 cm x 19 cm). Just add Lilly Marlene and sit back and relax!
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| RAF B Type Helmet replica in size 4! - While our policy is to offer original items, this one is something different. The helmet is an exact copy of the RAF "Battle of Britain" flying helmet. If you can't find (or afford! an original, this is the best alternative and ideal for re-enactors, vintage flyers or collectors. It is fitted with receiver cups 22C/66, Bennett buckle clips and snaps for D mask attachment. The interior is completely authentic, even down to a woven manufacturer's label and is 1939 dated. Condition is pristine.
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| RAF Pilot's Clipboard - Designed to be strapped to the upper leg and charts or other notes could be clamped to it using the butterfly nuts and securing bar at the top. Made of pine with original leather straps, it is stamped on back with stores reference number 6F/171. Comes complete with an RAF chart of South West Scotland, dated 1942. it measures 28 cm x 15 cm (10" x 6")
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| Battle of Britain Period Flying Jacket - A superb and original 'Irvin' jacket as used by RAF aircrew in the early part of WWII. This example has the large panels synonomous with pre-war jackets before wartime shortages forced the economy of the multi panel designs, which although inferior in quality, made better use of available materials. It never appears to have had a label, so we don't know the exact date of manufacture, but the pattern and short cut pile sheepskin, make it early. The leather panels are unmarked and while the half belt shows some age wear, this is a true collector's jacket and is museum quality or better! Other than one zip puller tag missing and the other a later replacement, the jacket is hard to better. We consider this item too valuable to wear as it would be a disaster to damage the pristine leather, so it is for sale as a display example for the serious collector. This jacket is a decent size c. 41" chest (105 cm)
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