Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. During World War Two the B-3 was a jacket designed specifically for the high-altitude needs of bombers. This was a bulky sheepskin jacket with a heavy-duty sheep-fur lining meant to keep men warm 25,000 feet in the air. For extra protection, the wide sheepskin collar could be closed with two leather straps. Far bulkier than typical flight jackets, the B-3 does not have a knit waistband and trim fit that made the other jackets famous. Rather its warmth and durability made it a hit, even with Army General George S. Patton. The B3 was heavy-duty jacket designed for the sub-freezing temperatures of high-altitude flying. Today multiple reproduction are produced and many cost well over $1000 because the B-3 is a great, time-tested option.
This is an excellent condition WW2 manufactured B-3 Shearling bomber jacket in size 40 with original data tag that reads:
TYPE B-3
DWG. NO. 33H5595
A.C.ORDER NO. 42-12694-P
SIZE 40 R
PROPERTY
AIR FORCE, U.S. ARMY
Brass Conmar zipper, snaps, straps and buckles all are fully functional. No major wear or damage, just typical age and minor signs of use, overall condition is excellent! They don't come much better than this!
This is an excellent condition WW2 manufactured B-3 Shearling bomber jacket in size 40 with original data tag that reads:
TYPE B-3
DWG. NO. 33H5595
A.C.ORDER NO. 42-12694-P
SIZE 40 R
PROPERTY
AIR FORCE, U.S. ARMY
Brass Conmar zipper, snaps, straps and buckles all are fully functional. No major wear or damage, just typical age and minor signs of use, overall condition is excellent! They don't come much better than this!
- This product is available for international shipping.
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