Code: 55850
A very good pair of lightly service used Luftwaffe Gloves (Gauntlets) dated 1940.
Constructed in a soft brown chromed leather with one adjustable securing strap at the wrist and a second at the top of the Gauntlet section, each strap with three closure positions with press fasteners the male part with a plastic cap with the maker’s logo. An extendable matching leather fillet allow the glove to be with or without heavy flying clothing.
The leather is without damage and has only surface loss to the colour at the palms from service use. The gloves sections are lined in lamb’s wool while the gauntlet sections are unlined.
One glove carries the maker’s name Matthaus Order 1939, both a clearly ink stamped L.B.A. (S) 40. Size 7 ½ .
A good true Battle of Britain period pair of Luftwaffe Gloves.
