WW2 German Luftwaffe Pilot Leather Flight Boots - DUAL ZIP VERSION - RARE
Item History & Price
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You are bidding on a SUPERB set of German Luftwaffe Pilot Pst4004 Flight Boots! This RARE version, featuring vertical zipps on both inner and outer calf sections were utilized by both pilots and crew members of various fighter, bombers, and destroyers! Development of protective flight uniforms, equipment and footwear began with the advent of military aircraft in WWI and continued into WW2. Flight boots were considered an integral part of the flight suit,... and the first flight boots developed after WW1 were the fur lined Model PST 3, which were introduced on November 6, 1935. On September 22, 1937 an improved version of the Pst 3 flight boots were introduced and designated as model Pst 4004. Both the Pst 3 and the Pst 4004 boots were utilized through-out the war. The Pst 4004 flight boots were produced in two, slightly different versions with one having vertical zippers to both the inner and outer leg/calf sections while the other version only had the vertical zipper to the inner leg/calf section. Additional flight boots were introduced during the war including the electrically heated, fur lined, flight boots as introduced on February 16, 1940 and all followed the same basic design. Made of brushed suede, leather, and rubber, this is an EXCELLENT pair of 100% MATCHING WWII German flight boots! They appear to be a size 45 (Size 11 US), are are in VERY NICE used condition. All the leather is still very supple, with some slight wear and staining, due to the age. Rather than having the standard single zip, these have DUAL zips (inner and outer). AS these were combat worn there are scuffs, marks, wear, and various period repairs. These are a matching set, with an overall height of approx 16". Both zippers feature the manufacture stamps "Wico", and the snaps are "PRYM"The interior of the boots are fully lined in natural, white, lamb’s fleece, and the outside features adjustable leather straps at the top, as well as a fit diagonal adjustment on the side. The soles have been replaced, as you can see in the photos, but they show very little wear, and the heals are still strong. Would make a PERFECT addition to any collection, display, or re-enactor! Please email me if you need additional photos or information. ------------------- PAYMENT ----------------- Payment should be made within 7 business days at the end of the auction unless buyer contacts me for other arrangements. I accept all forms of payment. ------------------- SHIPPING ----------------- My goal is to ship within 7 days from auction end. However, depending on circumstances, it may take up to an additional 1 week from receipt of confirmed payment. If you need it shipped sooner, please let me know and I will do our best to accommodate. ------------------- TERMS OF SALE ----------------- Most of my items are vintage, and as such are AS-IS, so you must therefore expect a degree of wear due to age and/or usage. I will describe each auction to the best of my knowledge and take as many photos necessary to ensure you are pleased upon receiving your item. All sales are final, so please make sure your questions are answered to your satisfaction before you purchase. ------------------- ABOUT ME ----------------- Although my passion is the Me109, I do offer many other German Aircraft (Fw190, Me262, etc.), as well as USAF and Japanese items. Occasionally I do offer many non-vintage items such as prints and art relating to the time period. As a private collector myself, I am constantly on the lookout for historical memorabilia, authentic photographs, artwork or anything unique relating to military aircraft. ------------------- COPYRIGHT ----------------- All pictures and descriptions used in my auctions under COPYRIGHT and I forbid the use of these photos and information in any manner such as paper or electronic (internet) publications or otherwise. Use is solely based on my authorization only.
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