Rare AN - 6511 - 1 WW2 WWII Seat Type Parachute, 28 " Foot Canopy
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:53553245 | Region of Origin: United States |
| Theme: Militaria | Modified Item: No |
| Original/Reproduction: Original | Country/Region of Manufacture: United States |
| Conflict: WW II (1939-45) |
Selling an original and rare A-6511-1 Seat-Type Parachute with 28" foot Canopy made by Reliance MFG Company on 14 May 1942.This has an even rarer early war seat cushion with an pneumatic valve (according to a fellow researcher) which allowed air to enter and escape with change in altitude, see photo #9.This parachute saw combat, the stains on the back cushion vouch for that.The stitches holding the right shoulder back cushion to the harness straps have separated, see left side str...ap on photo #3.I have owned this parachute since 2007 and picked it up in France during the 70th Anniversary Celebration of D-Day. The information I was provided by the previous owner (who had it in their possession since mid war) will be given to the high-bidder.I am selling a chunk of my WW2 aviation collection as we are moving overseas from a house to a small apartment and I can only take so much with me.I offer free shipping for this item with USPS. The package weights a whopping 32lbs.
Bid with confidence ;)
Bid with confidence ;)
