Vintage RAF ANTI GLARE SUNGLASSES 22G/1398 TYPE G MEDIUM AIRCREW & HARD CASE VGC
Item History & Price
A Pair of Original Vintage British Issued R.A.F. Aircrew Sunglasses.
** 22G/1398, Type G Medium.**
** These look to have been used little and very well cared for.**
Mid 20th Century, post WWII in date.
Marked on the inside of the lower Bridge Bar as having been made by BAO.
With their Snap-shut Hard-case.* The Glasses and Case correspond Numbers wise.*
* The relevant Number for the Glasses, Broad Arrow etc, are clearly stamped on ...the inside of the top Bridge Bar.
* Both Lenses are in very good order, the only minor exception being a Pin-head sized chip to one Lens, as shown clearly, otherwise with only very minor wear, there is nothing that adversely affects the view when worn, very clean and usable, no visible scratches, no cracks or major damage.** The Smoke Grey Tinted Glass Lenses give a distortion-free view in use, they are both firmly in situ within the Frames.
The Metalwork is all structurally solid and intact, exceptionally clean with just very minor surface patina, no cracks or major wear.The Hinges are both fine, moving freely and firmly with no lateral movement at all. * The flexible Metal Arms and Ear hooks make these Glasses a very stable and comfortable fit when worn, they are partly flat in profile to suit their original intended role in conjunction with a Flying Helmet.*Their Case has only slight signs of age use as shown, very clean and in good order, clean with no major damage or structural issues, with sound Hinges, the Lid closes strongly and is absolutely secure when closed.** Shown comprehensively in the many pictures, please examine them in close up to satisfy yourself as to condition, suitability, etc. of the item(s) shown.*** I always show items in their true light and will never deliberately hide a negative or detrimental aspect.*Measurements approx' as shownThey weigh approx :- 33.0 gms, 122.0 gms incl' the Case, not packed for Shipping.** Superb period quality in excellent order, a good addition to a collection, and / or a great contemporary accessory, re-enactment / Film / Photography Prop.**Any questions please get in touch, and good luck should you decide to bid.I will Post in the U.K. by First or Second Class Recorded Mail, and Worldwide by Royal Mail International Signed For and / or Tracked Shipping.* Proven be fast and secure Postal methods, much better for the peace of mind of both Buyer and Seller as they are all trackable and / or require a signature on delivery.*More than one Lot shipped to the same Address at the same time will of course be at a discount, please get in touch with your requirements for a quote.I always provide a Top-Class Service, and a well packed item, please see my Feedback for References. Thank-you for looking.
** 22G/1398, Type G Medium.**
** These look to have been used little and very well cared for.**
Mid 20th Century, post WWII in date.
Marked on the inside of the lower Bridge Bar as having been made by BAO.
With their Snap-shut Hard-case.* The Glasses and Case correspond Numbers wise.*
* The relevant Number for the Glasses, Broad Arrow etc, are clearly stamped on ...the inside of the top Bridge Bar.
* Both Lenses are in very good order, the only minor exception being a Pin-head sized chip to one Lens, as shown clearly, otherwise with only very minor wear, there is nothing that adversely affects the view when worn, very clean and usable, no visible scratches, no cracks or major damage.** The Smoke Grey Tinted Glass Lenses give a distortion-free view in use, they are both firmly in situ within the Frames.
The Metalwork is all structurally solid and intact, exceptionally clean with just very minor surface patina, no cracks or major wear.The Hinges are both fine, moving freely and firmly with no lateral movement at all. * The flexible Metal Arms and Ear hooks make these Glasses a very stable and comfortable fit when worn, they are partly flat in profile to suit their original intended role in conjunction with a Flying Helmet.*Their Case has only slight signs of age use as shown, very clean and in good order, clean with no major damage or structural issues, with sound Hinges, the Lid closes strongly and is absolutely secure when closed.** Shown comprehensively in the many pictures, please examine them in close up to satisfy yourself as to condition, suitability, etc. of the item(s) shown.*** I always show items in their true light and will never deliberately hide a negative or detrimental aspect.*Measurements approx' as shownThey weigh approx :- 33.0 gms, 122.0 gms incl' the Case, not packed for Shipping.** Superb period quality in excellent order, a good addition to a collection, and / or a great contemporary accessory, re-enactment / Film / Photography Prop.**Any questions please get in touch, and good luck should you decide to bid.I will Post in the U.K. by First or Second Class Recorded Mail, and Worldwide by Royal Mail International Signed For and / or Tracked Shipping.* Proven be fast and secure Postal methods, much better for the peace of mind of both Buyer and Seller as they are all trackable and / or require a signature on delivery.*More than one Lot shipped to the same Address at the same time will of course be at a discount, please get in touch with your requirements for a quote.I always provide a Top-Class Service, and a well packed item, please see my Feedback for References. Thank-you for looking.
