Sabrejet Posted August 31, 2013 Share #126 Posted August 31, 2013 Yes...it is. So is the 9th AF patch in #122 and the 8th in #123 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDK Posted August 31, 2013 Share #127 Posted August 31, 2013 Beautiful additions everyone! This thread has some really great items! That red lined bombardier Ike with the bullion wing was one that really jumped out at me. There are some other really great items as well. Thanks for sharing! JD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDK Posted August 31, 2013 Share #128 Posted August 31, 2013 Here's part of a special set to a 23rd FG ace that I will share more of later. Some nice uniform items in this group. JD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDK Posted August 31, 2013 Share #129 Posted August 31, 2013 20th AAF fighter Aces set. Another I will share more of at a later date. Nice Bullion 20th on this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDK Posted August 31, 2013 Share #130 Posted August 31, 2013 Last one for today to a 15th AAF B-17 Pilot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrejet Posted August 31, 2013 Share #131 Posted August 31, 2013 Love that bullion 20th JD. Is it a regular embroidered patch which has been re-worked? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDK Posted August 31, 2013 Share #132 Posted August 31, 2013 Thanks Ian. I don't think so. The patch is extremely thick which my poor photography really does not pick up. It really sticks out from the uniform. JD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AAF_Collection Posted August 31, 2013 Share #133 Posted August 31, 2013 Very nice JD! Matt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doinworkinvans Posted August 31, 2013 Author Share #134 Posted August 31, 2013 Cont'd... Can anyone explain why the collar brass is different on this. It's hollow? What is the significance of this?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrejet Posted August 31, 2013 Share #135 Posted August 31, 2013 Hollow...or stamped brass plate collar devices were a wartime economy measure because brass was designated a "strategic war material"...needed for shell cases etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doinworkinvans Posted August 31, 2013 Author Share #136 Posted August 31, 2013 Ah yes - this makes sense! Well then I wonder why you don't see those more than the solid ones? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doinworkinvans Posted August 31, 2013 Author Share #137 Posted August 31, 2013 JD that 15th bullion is absolutely amazing. I can sit here for hours and look at all these! Keep em coming fellas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doinworkinvans Posted August 31, 2013 Author Share #138 Posted August 31, 2013 this is the last one in my collection thanx for looking , any comments on my stuff welcome Ben - you have some great additions! You certainly blow my uniforms out of the water! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumpin Jack Posted August 31, 2013 Share #139 Posted August 31, 2013 Gentlemen, some absolutely magnificent AAF uniforms--especially those former RAF pilots! FYI when my Airborne Forces series is finished, which should be with Vol 5 in the spring of 2015 for release, my plans are to write the history of the USAAF, also in five volumes. It is my hope that I can call on you all for input. While I have a rather extensive AAF grouping, no one man can do it alone. Jack Angolia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bhmilitarycollector84 Posted August 31, 2013 Share #140 Posted August 31, 2013 Ben - you have some great additions! You certainly blow my uniforms out of the water! thanx but I still think your navigator grouping is way better then any of my tunics , none of mine are named that I can see yet , and I have no history , Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlebuddy Posted August 31, 2013 Share #141 Posted August 31, 2013 Named or not ID'd or not , it makes no difference Ben !!! these are all a part of history and have at some point played a role in all our futures !!!! LB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doinworkinvans Posted August 31, 2013 Author Share #142 Posted August 31, 2013 They are all history! Very important history! I have at least 10 basic Ike's with no name no provence what so ever, BUT - they are WW2 history and made our lives possible today! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmar Posted August 31, 2013 Share #143 Posted August 31, 2013 Hello again! This thread is what I was hoping to see, well done doinworkinvans! You've brought out many breath-taking pieces. I am enjoying each and every reply, beautiful, gorgeous...the words pale in seeing such fine examples. Thank you all! Also, thank those who commented on my additions here, your kind words are always appreciated. Ian, I have graciously accepted your invitation to post in your thread, thank you. As for a history on the ATC uniform (there's a pair of pinks in there too) I have had that for so long I forget if I have any info on it or not. It is as it came to me decades ago, but I'll have to dig and see what I can find. It's a pretty thing and I'm glad you enjoyed it. Best wishes to you all! Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlebuddy Posted August 31, 2013 Share #144 Posted August 31, 2013 is this thread for uniforms only or can it include headgear as well ??? as i would like to post my "Bancroft crusher" a true crusher that is !! LB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doinworkinvans Posted August 31, 2013 Author Share #145 Posted August 31, 2013 Post away LB as that is def. uniform material!! Bancroft's are the best! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlebuddy Posted August 31, 2013 Share #146 Posted August 31, 2013 ok here goes !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlebuddy Posted August 31, 2013 Share #147 Posted August 31, 2013 and me wearing the "GAB" one !! just to give an idea of how it was worn !! as if you all didnt know !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garandomatic Posted August 31, 2013 Share #148 Posted August 31, 2013 Wisconsin man, picked it up on ebay for a good deal because blue is a turn off for a lot of collectors, I think. I researched the man and found some great history, including his picture and a write-up about earning his DFC when he (as pilot) nursed his B-17 home from Stuttgart with such low fuel that only a single prop was spinning. He later commanded a fighter wing in the Air Guard. 92nd Bomb Group, 327th Squadron. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricardo Posted September 1, 2013 Share #149 Posted September 1, 2013 Troop Carrier Officer Uniform Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricardo Posted September 1, 2013 Share #150 Posted September 1, 2013 Troop Carrier NCO Uniform Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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