WW2 German Luftwaffe Electrically Heated Flight Boots - Fleece Lined -
Item History & Price
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You are bidding on a GOOD set of LATE-WAR WW2 German Luftwaffe Electrically Heated Pst (Heizbare Flieger Pelzstiefel) 4004 E Flight Boots! 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. In 1936, the ...Germans developed an electrically heated flight suit that consisted of a one piece, jacket/pant combination with separate gloves and socks.On February 16, 1940 the first electrically heated flight boots were introduced to augment the already produced electrically heated flights suits and worked on the same principal with built-in, insulated heating elements that drew their power directly from the aircraft. These electrically heated flight boots were a modification of the earlier Pst 4004, and were designated Pst 4004 E, (Fur Boots 4004 Electric). Made of brushed suede, leather and rubber, this is an NICE pair of 100% MATCHING WWII German heated flight boots! They appear to be a size 44 (Size 11.5 US), and are in GOOD used condition! All the leather is still very supple, however there is some marks from storage as shown in the photos. The occasional scuff here and there, but still VERY solid! These are a matching set, with an overall height of approx 16". They both retain the original matching factory labels on the inside, and both zippers (late-war plastic) feature the manufacture stamp "RiRi". Snaps are of the "PRYM" type. There are some field repairs on each, as you can see in the photos.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 electrical connectors are 100% intact (usually these were cut out at the end of the war), and the soles are 100% ORIGINAL to this set! As they were worn, they do feature wear on the rubber. Heals are still strong. Captured at the end of the war, these 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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