US Navy WW2 AIRCRAFT CARRIER SINGLE CHANNEL LIFE BELT N/MINT Antique Vtg RARE
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:19775054 |
The flight deck of a US Navy aircraft carrier in WW2 was a bustling hive of deadly activity. Every member of the deck team wore the classic US Navy single channel life belt, which provided flotation if a man accidentally fell overboard. This US Navy WW2 AIRCRAFT CARRIER SINGLE CHANNEL LIFE BELT is in near mint condition, with the year portion of the date mark at the left front having faded away, and with some light scattered spot soiling and age wear evident (ALL pictured). Otherwi...se, the belt is in near mint shape, with absolutely no rips, holes, tears, or other damage to the supple, pliant rubberized khaki fabric construction. Most interestingly, it boasts a fully functional metal "T" buckle front closure, sports the original black rubber covered inflation tube, and is stamped "CONTRACT NXSS-17152" at the left front, along with its maker, "THE FIRESTONE TIRE AND RUBBER CO. / AKRON, OHIO". That particular contract was awarded in late October/early November 1942, and with the "MAR 17" portion of the date mark still clearly legible, the belt was likely manufactured on March 17, 1943. It's stamped "U.S. NAVY" at the middle back, carries all of the caution and instruction markings throughout, and is a beautiful example of a rare, original US Navy WW2 AIRCRAFT CARRIER SINGLE CHANNEL LIFE BELT. Please note, we offer the belt as a non-functional historical collectible only. We have shown a photo of US Navy arresting gear crewmen listening to an LSO aboard an aircraft carrier during WW2; every man wears a similar single channel life belt. Now celebrating our 20th year on eBay. Bid with confidence and please view our other great military, aviation, and sporting classics, including a US Army AAF WW2 EASTMAN PILOT A-2 SEAL BROWN HORSEHIDE LEATHER FLIGHT JACKET in MINT, unworn, new with tags condition, boasting a snap down collar, and sporting a fully functional "CROWN" spring loaded metal front zipper.Abramsantiques appreciates your positive feedback and full five star ratings. We strive to make every transaction an exceptional one, and your complete satisfaction is our utmost concern. If for any reason you cannot leave fully positive feedback, contact us first and we will make it right.
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