Clothing
Leather A-2 Flight Jacket from National Geographic
- Item Number
- 434
- Estimated Value
- 550 USD
- Sold
- 325 USD to Jim_F
- Number of Bids
- 8 - Bid History
Item Description
National Geographic performed an important service during World War II supplying maps to the Allies. Maps were often sewn in to the lining of the A-2 flight jackets in case the pilots were shot down over enemy territory.
This is a reproduction of the historical WWII flight jackets, originally issued in 1931 and then worn by the allied pilots who flew perilous missions over wartime terrain, and the lining features a re-creation of the survival maps of southern France. A surface of vintage French lamb leather adds to the authenticity.
Features include some of the customizations that pilots preferred, such as the wind flap, front zipper with storm flap, hidden snap-down collar points, knit cuffs and waistband, and flap-top and side-entry pockets.
Size is XL, jacket only worn twice. Jacket sells for $550 at National Geographic Online Store.
Item Special Note
Price is based on item pick-up at the NRWA River Resource Center at 592 Main Street in Groton, MA. Shipping is available upon request; buyer is responsible for costs of shipping and handling.
Donated By:
Fredericka Baytos
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