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 | Parachute Silk Petticoat - Now for something completely different! We bought this from a lady who discovered it in a box of wartime clothing in her loft. She told us it was made by her mother during WWII utilising silk obtained from an airman's parachute and finished with period net edging around the hem. Definitely home made and a unique reminder from those dark days of "make do and mend". If only it could talk, I'm sure it would have an interesting story to tell.
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| Luftwaffe WWII Electrically Heated Flying Boots - These are identical to the standard issue boot, but with snaps for connecting to 24 volt electrically wired flight clothing. Original "Zipp" zip fastenings fitted in good working order, although one puller is detached. Leather uppers in excellent condition with a small repair section to the inside leg. Original soles which again have been professionally repaired. The fur lining inside the boots is in excellent order and all adjustment straps are in place. A rare example for wear or display. UK size 9, American 9 1/2, Continental 44.
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| WWII RAF issue Fly Button Escape Compass - These were sewn into the battle dress trousers and designed to be cut off in an emergency. The two halves convert to form a basic escape compass.
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| WWII Naughty Glasses! - These glasses purport to have been owned by Pilot Officer W.M.L.Fiske, an American who flew with 601 Sqd in the Battle of Britain. He sadly died of injuries sustained in combat on 16th August, 1940. The tumblers are typical of the period and probably made in the U.S.A. The front depicts demure images of ladies and servicemen in the dress of the period, but when viewed from the reverse side they become rather more racey! Minor rubbing to transfers but overall remarkable condition. 12 cm & 13 cm
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| RCAF WWII Flying Overboots - lightning zips, brown leather upper/rubber galosh.
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| Luftwaffe Octant - Manufactured by C. Plath of Hamburg no. 116817 and stamped with Luftwaffe code FL 23750 in original fitted box. The instrument is dated 1939 and was used on Luftwaffe long- range aircraft like Condors to provide sidereal navigation. A rare item in excellent original condition. Box size 31 cm.
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| RAF Tankard - A silver soldered half pint tankard presented by Pilot Officer J.AUG.DeGaye to No. 7 B.G.S. RAF Porthcawl 1940. This unit was a Bomber Gunnery School and the tankard would have been presented by the Officer to the Mess on completion of his course. Worthy of further research. 7.5 cm.
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| Supermarine S.6B Model Seaplane - Made in the form of a paper weight with chrome finish. This aircraft won the 1931 Schneider Trophy at an average speed of 340.08 mph. This was the third successive win for the RAF and resulted in them holding the Trophy in perpetuity. 14 cm wing span.
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| RAF C type Helmet - First pattern, clearly stamped with stores ref. no. 22C/449 signifying size 1. This helmet does not have receivers fitted and is unwired. Overall in exceptional condition inside and out. A genuine wartime helmet which would be hard to better.
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| RNAS WWI Trinket Box - A period box made from a first World War laminated propeller. Inscribed on base "George Hale Royal Naval Air Service August 1917 - April 1918. Royal Air Force April 1918 - November 1919. Landed in France 4th November 1917. Left France 15th October 1919." Included with this item is a British War Medal and Ribbon engraved 236616.2. A.M. G. Hale RAF, together with two carved pendants which were found inside the box. An interesting item for further research.
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| Luftwaffe Post-War Gloves - in grey leather with popper fastener, fabric lining, small size.
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| 'Over to You' News Broadcasts by the RAF published by His Majesty's Stationery Office, 1943 First Edition, very good condition.
Pages: 112
Cover: Soft
Author: His Majesty's Stationery Office
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| RAF 'C' Type Helmet - Stores Ref. 22C/878. Fully wired with receivers, loom and jack plug. Some service wear, but overall a very nice example.
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| USAF Upper Heyford Commemorative Mug - Manufactured by Royal Worcester in fine porcelain and named to 20th Tactical Fighter Wing with transfer crest to centre. On the reverse are listed 56th, 77th and 79th Tactical Fighter Squadrons and the 42nd Electronic Combat Squadron. In perfect condition. 9.5 cm.
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| RAF Wings Sign - Painted on a large wooden board and set against an Air Force blue background. We have no provenance with this item but it makes a very strong statement and is just waiting to go back on the wall in the mess! 98 cm x 36 cm.
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| RAF B type Helmet - Fitted with receiver cups in excellent original condition inside and out. While this helmet is marked size 1, it fits more like a size 3. Clear AM and King's Crown stamp to lining. A very clean example of this classic Battle of Britain period helmet.
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| WWII German Binoculars - Dienstglas 6x30. Manufactured by Dswarowski (maker's code cag) in military tan paint finish (some rubbing). Complete with rain guard and leather strap. These binoculars were capable of operation at minus forty degrees centigrade to plus fifty degrees centigrade. Lacking case.
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| Private Pilot's Flying Helmet - In the style of the RAF G pattern but manufactured in soft brown leather with fabric lining. Fitted with receivers and NATO wiring loom and appears to be size 3 or 4. A very comfortable period style helmet, ideal for open cockpit/vintage flying. Near mint condition.
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| Trench Art Model Spitfire - Quality model made from aircraft alloy including the stand base which carries original aircraft paint underneath. In very good condition, 14 cm wingspan.
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| Civilian Flying Helmet - Manufactured by Burberry of London. Finished in black leather with provision for Gosport tubes (not fitted). Unusual chin strap which fastens over the top of the helmet. Probably dates to 1930's. Some scuffing to leather, medium size. A true collector's helmet dating to the classic period for private flying.
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