{"product_id":"original-german-wwii-luftwaffe-summer-flying-suit-by-schneider-ag-with-lkp-s101-summer-pilot-flying-helmet-by-siemens","title":"Original German WWII Luftwaffe Summer Flying Suit by Schneider AG with LKP S101 Summer Pilot Flying Helmet by Siemens","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent original German WWII Luftwaffe summer flying ensemble consisting of a one-piece Fliegerschutzanzug für Sommer flight suit manufactured by\u003cb\u003e Schneider A.G\u003c\/b\u003e. and an original \u003cb\u003eSiemens\u003c\/b\u003e-labeled LKp S101 summer flight radio helmet in size 58. The suit remains in notably clean condition with very limited evidence of wear, while its original \u003cb\u003eRheinnadel \u003c\/b\u003ezippers, \u003cb\u003ePRYM \u003c\/b\u003esnaps, internal manufacturer's markings, and intact \u003cb\u003eHeisler\u003c\/b\u003e-pattern emergency release system survive. The accompanying LKp S101 retains its original specification label and earcups, although the communications equipment and wiring have been removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe summer flying suit is constructed in a lightweight tan cotton material with a slightly mottled appearance and small white flecks throughout the weave. It is of the characteristic one-piece coverall configuration used by Luftwaffe flying personnel, with numerous zippered openings and pockets intended to provide practical access while seated in an aircraft. Leather reinforcement and metal fittings are incorporated into the construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PRYM 6H snaps all work fine, and the zippers are functional, but please use caution when handling them. The interior flap is stamped:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSchneider A.G.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGel.l 5.6.42\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dates the suit to June 5th, 1942, manufactured by Schneider A.G.. The interior flap that covers the emergency release cord also bears a maker’s tag, reading:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBauart Heisler\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHersteller: Friedrich Emmerich\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBerlin SO 36.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is rare to find an example with the tags retained like this. The pull ring and cord are in the original configuration and have not been undone and reattached. Pulling of the ring allows the suit to be taken off quickly in an emergency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LKP S101 Summer Pilot Flying Helmet retains its makers tag, reading:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFL. Kopfhaube Gr. 58\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBaumuster LKp S101\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGerät - Nr 124-436 B\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWerk - Nr -\/\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnf. Z Ln 26617\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSiemens\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLieferer: Luftfahrt-\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGerätewerk Hakenfelde\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eG.m.b.H.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are molded earcups in the ears, but no headphones. The lining is in great shape, as are the two leather chinstraps. The avionics system is entirely gone and the wire has been cut away long ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaken together, the June 5, 1942-dated Schneider A.G. summer flying suit and size 58 Siemens-labeled LKp S101 helmet form an unusually complete representative Luftwaffe summer flying ensemble. The suit is particularly notable for its excellent preservation, functioning Rheinnadel and PRYM hardware, surviving Bauart Heisler \/ Friedrich Emmerich emergency-release label, and apparently undisturbed release cord, while the helmet retains its definitive 124-436 B \/ Ln 26617 specification label despite the loss of its communications equipment. The surviving construction details and markings provide substantial documentary value and make the set especially suitable for a complete Luftwaffe aircrew mannequin or specialized aviation collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Measurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCollar to shoulder: 10\u003cbr\u003eShoulder to sleeve: 25.5\u003cbr\u003eShoulder to shoulder: 17\u003cbr\u003eChest width: 17.5\u003cbr\u003eWaist: 20\u003cbr\u003eHip: 22\u003cbr\u003eRise: 10.5\u003cbr\u003eInseam: 31\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45666866331717,"sku":"ONSV26CC237","price":895.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/346D5ADE-1EE6-4E8C-A66C-1060734D0979.jpg?v=1788211648","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-german-wwii-luftwaffe-summer-flying-suit-by-schneider-ag-with-lkp-s101-summer-pilot-flying-helmet-by-siemens","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}