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LOT 2452
American Air Force WWII Sheepskin Helmet, Earphones, 'Posh' Goggles, Throat Mic and Oxygen Mask in Display Case
1943-1944 A.D.
19 1/8 in. (12.8 kg total, case: 48.5 cm high).
Flying helmet with leather ear-flaps and earphones, chin-strap with buckle; respirator with webbing straps, integral reinforced tube and connector nozzle, original card box from manufacturer 'Ohio Chemical and Manufacturing Co'; rubber-edged metal-framed goggles with webbing straps, separate aluminium travelling case; integral throat mic and cable; in glazed display case. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired on the UK art market.
Property of an Essex militaria collector.
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LOT 2452
American Air Force WWII Sheepskin Helmet, Earphones, 'Posh' Goggles, Throat Mic and Oxygen Mask in Display Case
Sold for (Inc. bp): £572
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