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Royal Air Force WWII 'A3 Shearling' Flying Jacket Royal Air Force WWII 'A3 Shearling' Flying Jacket Royal Air Force WWII 'A3 Shearling' Flying Jacket
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LOT 2508

Royal Air Force WWII 'A3 Shearling' Flying Jacket

1939-1945 A.D.

28 3/4 in. (1.75 kg, 73 cm high).

With zip front, two slit pockets, adjustment straps to waist, broad collar with buckle and straps; label to inside collar 'Type 33 / SWP No. 24044/44 / UR Contract 822103 / LO 22054 / Aviation CC / Air Force UK / US Army Style'. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the UK art market.
Property of an Essex militaria collector.

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LOT 2508

Royal Air Force WWII 'A3 Shearling' Flying Jacket

Sold for (Inc. bp): £494

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