RAF Squadron Leader Uniform, C1965. Unworn. Tropical Issue. Royal Air Force WWII
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:66801 | Country/ Organization: Great Britain |
| Clothing Type: Complete Uniforms | Issued/ Not-Issued: Issued |
| Service: Air Force | Type: Uniform/ Clothing |
| Era: 1945-Present |
Vintage RAF Squadron Leader’suniformTropicalissue. Probably mid-1960s.Lookslike it has never been worn. This original uniform looksnever to have been worn. It is crisp, clean and completely unmarked, and thereare no signs of use at all to things like the buttons, buttonholes or belt. Itis in “warm weather” or “tropical” light fabric in the usual pale khaki or sandcolour. The epaulettes have the insignia for a Squadron Leader. I believe, incidentally, that this same... uniform design was in use throughout the SecondWorld War, so this one may be suitable for re-enactment purposes (best todouble check that for yourself though). I can’t date the uniformprecisely – there is no label with an issue date as there sometimes is onmilitary uniform. It has “Queen’s Crown” buttons so must be post-1953. The bestclue to the date though, is the medal ribbons, of which there are two. Both areGeneral Service campaign ribbons, issued for active service in minor conflicts.The first is the ribbon that was in use from 1918 – 1962. The second is thepost-1962 ribbon, which was issued for several campaigns before it was phasedout in 2007.The fact that the original owner of this uniform had both ribbonsand assuming – say – a twenty year military career, suggests that he would haveleft the forces by perhaps the mid-1970s at latest, so I think mid-late 1960sis a reliable guess. I will do my level best topost the uniform to the winning bidder in the pristine, pressed condition thatit is now in but please bear in mind that it is very likely to come out of the parcel with atleast a few creases. If you live near enough to North Dorset, you are very welcome to collect it in person. The full measurements are asfollows: JACKET/ TUNIC Armpit to armpit (back): 20½ inches = 53cms Armpit to armpit (front): 20 inches = 51 cms Shoulder seam to shoulderseam (back): 17½ inches = 45 cms Base of collar to bottomhem: 29¾inches = 75.5 cms Shoulder seam to cuff: 23¾ inches = 60.5 cms TROUSERS Waist (adjustable): 32 - 36 inches = 81 - 91 cms Outside leg (waist to hem): 41¼ inches = 104.5 cms Width at ankle: 9¼inches = 23 cms Please message me if youwould like any additional measurements. Please try and be sure that the uniform will fit before bidding. UKPostage and packing: £6.00 Internationalpostage and packing: Postage charges to international destinations are given below. All postage pricesquoted (UK and international) are maximum charges. If postage and packing costs less than theseestimates, I will refundthe difference after posting (subject to the difference being £1.00 or more.Unless otherwise indicated, the postage prices I give in the listing are for atracked and signed-for service, as required by eBay. If however, winning buyerswould prefer cheaper options, I am always happy to help with that if I can.Please contact me for a quote. I hope this description hasgiven you enough to go on but should you require any further information, ormore images, please do e-mail. Pleasealso look carefully at the hi-res photos – they are part of thedescription. Thanks for your interest inthis auction and good luck if you decide to bid. Please note: I will not respond to requeststo close the auction early regardless of the value of the offer made. Ending early is contrary to both the principleand spirit of an auction. It is also unfair to other eBayers who may bewatching the auction intending to bid at a later time. Wwii raf uniform ww2 ww11 world war ii 2 11. Royal air forceofficer’s officers military uniform.Vintage unitform. Antique uniform.
