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Paging militaria-isti
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I have been trying, with no great urgency, to source a second leather
flying-helmet and goggles, for reasons which will shortly become apparent on
ukrm. I have a rather wonderful Biggles hat already, which is very
different from those showing up on Ebay. Whereas the C-type has ugly open
earholes for 'phones, mine has leather, brass-zipped covers to hold them in
place. It is an authentic garment, with the doeskin lining and velvet
bands at chin and forehead, and in fabulous condition. Given the
sophistication, I suspect that it's probably post-WW2. Can anyone identify?
Slightly shocked by the prices on Ebay, which are in the £100-180 range.
Mine cost the then daunting sum of 10 shillings in 1971.
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Thanks, but I've 'done' the goggles, although I see that they sell repro
flying-hats at a very sharp price. I'm mainly intrigued by what vintage my
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Type B?
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No. It has the straps on poppers to retain goggles, and also poppers for
the oxygen/microphone-mask. Also looks substantially higher-quality leather
than that one. Thanks again!
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http://www.oldnautibits.com/stock_php/aviation_headgear_o.php
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old hat is.
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