AIRBORNE
Case, Luminous Markers, Type I
Rare genuine WWII US Army Corps of Engineers case intended for carrying luminous markers. Designed for night beaconing, these radium luminous disks were also issued to paratroopers on the occasion of night operations -- attached onto the helmet net or any other part of their gear, they allowed troops to recognize each other in the darkness. Markings on the lid: Corps of Engineers USA, Luminous Markers, Radioactive, Type I . Dimensions: 7.5in x 4.3in x 1.6in. Quite good, used condition. Empty.
Chincup, Canvas, 5-Hole, Airborne Liner, 5-Hole, US Army
Great genuine WWII US Army five-hole canvas chincup intended for the airborne helmet liner, of the type introduced in 1944. Excellent overall condition.
Chincup, Canvas, 5-Hole, Airborne Liner, US Army
Great genuine WWII US Army canvas chincup intended for the airborne helmet liner, of the five-hole type introduced in 1944. Excellent overall condition.
Chincup, Canvas, US Army, for Airborne Liner
Genuine WWII US Army canvas chincup, of the type intended for the parachutist's helmet liner. Introduced in 1944. Good, worn condition.
Chincup, Leather, Parachutist, US Army
Genuine WWII US Army paratrooper's helmet liner chincup, brown leather, lined with chamois and featuring five holes on each side. Hard to find on the loose. Very good overall condition.
Chincup, Leather, Parachutist, US Army
Genuine WWII US Army paratrooper's helmet liner chincup, brown leather, lined with chamois and featuring five holes on each side. Hard to find on the loose. Very good overall condition.
Chinstrap, Canvas, Half, Helmet, M1C, Parachutist
Rare genuine WWII US Army half canvas chinstrap, intended for the M1C parachutist's helmet. This is the longest section, fitted with a brass buckle. Quite good, worn condition. This artifact is virtually unfindable on the market.
Coat, Parachute Jumper, M-1941, 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment
Rare genuine WWII US Army M1941 parachute jumper jacket, made in wind- and water-resistant cotton cloth, introduced in early 1941 and superseded by the famous M1942 a few months later. This type features slanted breast pockets for easier access to contents. The present coat is in very good overall condition and retains its original waist belt, snap fasteners and Talon zippers. The left breast pocket has been removed and replaced with the 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment insignia. No label. Shoulder witdth: 18.9in.
Coat, Parachute Jumper, M-1942, 1943
Exceptional genuine WWII US Army M1942 parachute jumper jacket, made in windproof and water-resistant cotton cloth, introduced in December 1941 and intended for being worn with matching trousers. This type features slanted breast pockets for easier access to contents. Label is dated April 9, 1943. Size 36L. Complete and in perfect condition; all snap fasteners and Crown and Serval zippers are in working order.
Compass, Lensatic, U.S. No. 13134
Nice genuine US Army Lensatic Compass No. 13134. Good overall condition; in working order.
Compass, Wrist, Parachutist, US ARMY, TAYLOR
Genuine WWII US Army brown plastic compass with leather wristband, of the type mostly used by airborne troops. Manufactured by Taylor in Rochester, New York. Good overall condition -- no liquid.
Container, Aerial Delivery, Type A-6, USAAF, Airborne
Great genuine WWII USAAF Type A-6 aerial delivery container, intended for dropping rations and drinking water. This is the heavy duty canvas bag only, complete with original harness (snap hook is in working condition). Very good overall condition.
