{"lots":[{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25574/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25574/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25574/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25574/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25574/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25574/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwi-wwii us regulation m1892 field bugles, matched pair, herco & conn 3c. a matched pair of model 1892-pattern u.s. regulation field trumpets in the key of g, each bell stamped u.s. regulation in block letters, fitted respectively with silver-plated herco and conn 3c mouthpieces. this lot comprises two brass field trumpets built to the long-serving model 1892 pattern, the instrument that carried the calls of american military life - reveille, mess, taps - through both world wars. no maker's name, branch stamp, or quartermaster depot mark appears on either horn beyond the u.s. regulation stamp on the bell throat, so no individual unit history or named user can be established for this pair; their story rests in the pattern itself rather than in a documented chain of issue. when the army standardized the g-key field trumpet in 1892, and the navy and marine corps followed suit during the first world war, demand for regulation-pattern horns soon outpaced official production. commercial manufacturers - firms such as rexcraft and buglecraft among them - stepped into the gap, stamping their instruments u.s. regulation to signal conformity with the approved military pattern even though the horns were never issued through a depot. bugles of this type equipped rotc cadets, national guard buglers, vfw and american legion honor guards, boy scout troops, and civilian drum and bugle corps from the interwar years through the second world war, making them a familiar sound at parades, funerals, and encampments across the country for more than three decades. both trumpets share the standard model 1892 configuration: a single coiled length of drawn brass terminating in a flared bell, with a soldered cord loop at the first bow, and the u.s. regulation stamp clearly struck into the bell throat of each. the brass on both shows a warm, uncleaned patina with scattered tarnish, and the coppery brazed seams at the tubing joints are visible on close inspection, consistent with period commercial construction. one trumpet retains its original silver-plated mouthpiece, script-engraved herco; the second is fitted with a silver-plated conn 3c, its shank stamped with the model designation. the lot comprises the two bugles and their two mouthpieces only; no cases, slings, or accompanying paperwork are present. condition is honest and consistent with decades of handling: both bells and tubing show scattered denting along the tapered branches and back bows, moderate surface scratching, and overall age patina and tarnish across the brass and copper-toned brazed joints. both mouthpieces display typical silver-plating wear and light surface marring but retain crisp, legible maker stamps. the cord loops and braces on both horns appear structurally intact; playing condition and pitch have not been independently tested. a solid, display-ready pair of matched u.s. regulation field trumpets that speaks to the widespread civilian and quasi-military use of the classic model 1892 bugle pattern across two world wars."},"estimateMax":140,"lotNumber":"1","title":{"en":"wwi-wwii us regulation m1892 field bugles"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25574/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features two U.S. regulation M1892 field bugles, dating from the WWI to WWII periods. These musical instruments are made of brass, with a distinct flared bell and coiled tubing, and a silver-colored mouthpiece. The bugles exhibit signs of age and wear, with a patina consistent with their historical period. They are collectible items for enthusiasts of military history and musical instruments.","soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:02:15.377Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - $140","currency":"USD","id":25574,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25575/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"framed riker-style display containing fourteen wwii-era u.s. army air forces sweetheart wing pins with enameled numbered air force / command centerpieces, plus one embroidered usaaf shoulder sleeve insignia (winged star). units represented among the pins include 1st, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, and 15th air forces, troop carrier command, and a general usaaf winged-star sweetheart. silver-tone finishes with light age patina; enamel appears largely intact as shown. no veteran name is present on the display. condition otherwise as photographed."},"estimateMax":260,"lotNumber":"2","title":{"en":"wwii collector aviation group wings"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25575/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII collector's group of aviation wings, comprising fifteen distinct pins displayed on a white background within a framed case. The pins are primarily silver-toned, depicting wings with various enameled shield-like emblems featuring numbers (e.g., 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13, 15) and symbols in red, white, and blue. At the top of the display is a larger circular patch with a central star and eagle wings, likely representing a USAAF emblem. These are military insignia, valuable for collectors of WWII memorabilia.","soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:03:30.890Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$160 - $260","currency":"USD","id":25575,"estimateMin":160},{"startPrice":30,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25576/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25576/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25576/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25576/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25576/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25576/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25576/007/007.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"usaf command & senior pilot wings group: n.s. meyer, vanguard, crew insignia. a three-tier set of u.s. air force pilot wings - command, senior, and pilot - together with army parachutist wings, officer rank insignia, and collar brass, maker-marked by n.s. meyer, vanguard, and krew and spanning the postwar air force's formative decades. no named recipient accompanies this lot, and no separate biography has been located; the interest here is institutional and typological rather than personal, resting on the badge tiers themselves and the manufacturers who supplied them to postwar aviators. the united states air force became an independent service in september 1947, and in the years that followed the qualification-badge system for rated pilots was formalized into three recognizable grades: the plain pilot wing, the senior pilot wing bearing a single star above the shield, and the command pilot wing adding a star within a laurel wreath - the senior badge reserved for officers with extensive command and flying experience. this lot presents all three grades, each in both full dress (approximately 3-inch) and shirt-size (approximately 2-inch) format, illustrating the regulatory shift from the pin-back safety-catch construction typical of the immediate postwar years - seen here on the 3-inch senior pilot wing - toward the dual clutch-post fittings that became standard through the korean and vietnam eras. the accompanying jump wings, captain's bars, and a major's oak leaf suggest an officer's career progression touching parachutist qualification alongside company- and field-grade rank, though the pieces cannot be tied to a single confirmed owner on the evidence at hand. the 3-inch command pilot wing is die-struck and clutch-backed, marked vanguard on the reverse; a matching 2-inch clutch-back command pilot wing is n.s. meyer-marked. the 3-inch senior pilot wing is n.s. meyer-marked and retains its original pin-back with a working safety catch, while the 2-inch senior pilot wing is a meyer clutch-back example. a plain 2-inch pilot wing completes the flight-badge sequence, and a full-size army parachutist (jump) badge, marked krew, rounds out the aviation insignia. officer rank is represented by an n.s. meyer captain's bar insignia and a major's gold-toned oak leaf, both dual-post clutch-back; a small enameled army air forces/air corps roundel lapel pin, u.s. collar letters, and a plain uniform collar bar complete the grouping. counted as photographed, the lot comprises eleven distinct pieces rather than the ten noted in cataloguing research; buyers should rely on the photographs for an exact accounting. condition is very good and consistent with age throughout: natural silver tarnish and light surface patina on the wings and brass, straight and functional clutch posts, and an intact pin-back and safety catch on the noted senior pilot wing. no clutch backings (frogs) are included with any of the badges. a well-rounded, maker-marked assemblage of genuine postwar usaf pilot wings and officer insignia, ideal for the collector building a study group of american aviation qualification badges across the korean and vietnam eras."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"3","title":{"en":"usaf command & senior pilot wings group: n.s."},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25576/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This group consists of U.S. Air Force (USAF) command and senior pilot wings, along with other assorted military insignia. The collection includes several silver-toned pilot wings, varying in design with stars and shields, and a parachute wing. Additional items include a gold-colored captain's oak leaf, a pair of silver-toned captain's bars, a 'US' pin, and a small round pin with a red star on a blue field. These are metal uniform decorations, likely dating from the mid to late 20th century.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.057Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$140 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25576,"estimateMin":140},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25577/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25577/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25577/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25577/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25577/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25577/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"usaf command pilot wing group: n.s. meyer 3-inch & three miniatures. a lot of four (4) vintage u.s. air force aviator qualification badges - one full-size 3-inch command pilot wing and three shirt/miniature wings (two command pilot, one basic pilot) - cold war era, circa 1950s-1970s. this grouping illustrates the standard progression of usaf pilot insignia in the decades following the air force's establishment as an independent service in 1947. the full-size wing and two of the miniatures bear the distinctive five-point star within an open laurel wreath above the central shield, denoting the command pilot rating - the senior aeronautical qualification, historically reserved for officers with at least fifteen years as a rated pilot and thousands of logged flight hours. the remaining miniature, absent the star-and-wreath device, represents the basic pilot badge, the foundational aviator qualification worn by newly winged air force pilots. no individual recipient is named on any of the badges, and no separate published biography or unit history accompanies the lot; their significance rests in maker attribution, construction, and place within the postwar hierarchy of usaf flight insignia. the badges reflect the transitional design language of the early air force era, when established military jewelers adapted army air forces wing patterns to the new service's regulations. command pilot wings, senior to both pilot and senior pilot grades, were awarded sparingly and typically to career aviators - squadron and wing commanders, senior staff officers, and test pilots - making genuine period examples a tangible link to the officer corps that shaped strategic air command and tactical air command doctrine through the tense decades of the cold war. the full-size approximately 3-inch command pilot wing is die-struck, its reverse stamped n.s. meyer inc., new york alongside a small shield-form hallmark reading \"22m\"; the clutch fasteners are absent, with only the straight pin-posts remaining. one miniature command pilot wing carries a matching n.s. meyer new york stamp with a \"9m\" shield hallmark and retains brass clutch-back fasteners, showing light verdigris at the reverse center. the second miniature command pilot wing bears a vanguard \"1v\" hallmark and is likewise fitted with brass clutches. the miniature basic pilot wing, lacking the star-and-wreath device, is marked sterling and appears to be missing its clutch fastener, retaining only bare pin-posts. the four badges constitute the entire lot; no case, ribbon bar, or accompanying paperwork is shown in the photographs. condition throughout is good vintage, consistent with genuine period wear and storage: natural oxidation and tarnish patina across the silver surfaces, crisp die detail in the feather work and shield striping, and straight, intact pin-posts on all four pieces. four modern brass clutch fasteners are present among the two smaller command pilot wings; the full-size wing and the small basic pilot wing are missing their original clutches. a solid, well-marked lot of usaf command and basic pilot wings, spanning full-size and miniature formats worn across a career of cold war-era air force service."},"estimateMax":90,"lotNumber":"4","title":{"en":"usaf command pilot wing group: n.s. meyer 3-inch"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25577/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a group of USAF Command Pilot wings, with pieces attributed to N.S. Meyer. The collection comprises four silver-toned metal wings, with one larger 3-inch command pilot wing prominently featured at the top, characterized by a star within a wreath above a shield flanked by wings. The other three smaller wings also depict similar winged designs with stars and shields, two having pin backs. These insignia are military uniform decorations.","soldPrice":25,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:04:41.990Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$60 - $90","currency":"USD","id":25577,"estimateMin":60},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25578/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25578/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25578/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"large 17-inch usaf command pilot wing metal wall plaque. oversized cast metal display of the usaf command pilot badge - a wall-hanging rendering, approximately 16.63 inches wide, of the highest aeronautical rating awarded to united states air force pilots. this plaque reproduces at dramatic scale the command pilot insignia: full-spread feathered wings flanking a central vertically-ribbed heraldic shield, surmounted by a five-pointed star encircled by a laurel wreath. no recipient, unit, or presentation inscription is present, and no maker's mark appears on either face; it is a display piece rather than a personal award, and no separate biography or provenance has been located for it. its date of manufacture cannot be firmly established from the photographs, though a late-20th- to early-21st-century origin is plausible. the command pilot rating stands at the summit of usaf pilot badges, historically awarded only to rated officers with a minimum of fifteen years of rated service, well over 3,000 hours of documented flight time, and command-level operational milestones - a career badge earned through sustained service in the cockpit and in leadership roles. the wreath-and-star device distinguishes it from the basic and senior pilot badges worn earlier in a career. large-format insignia of this type were traditionally commissioned by base metal shops or specialty military craftsmen for display in squadron ready rooms, officers' clubs, headquarters corridors, or as retirement tributes to veteran aviators, scaling the familiar chest-worn wing pattern up to wall size for lasting presentation. the piece is executed in a bright, polished light-colored metal, consistent with cast or machined aluminum, with the front face crisply detailing feathered wing striations, the ribbed shield, and an openwork star within the laurel wreath. the reverse is left in raw, as-worked condition, showing pronounced grinding and machining marks from fabrication, with two small drilled holes near the upper wing roots for wall mounting. no case, box, or accompanying paperwork is included; the lot consists solely of this single plaque. condition is very good overall: the polished front shows only minor handling marks and light surface scuffing consistent with gentle display use, while the unfinished reverse retains its original manufacturing texture. there are no structural cracks, breaks, or heavy dents, and the piece remains sturdy and ready for display. a substantial, eye-catching tribute to the usaf's most senior flying qualification, its nearly 17-inch span giving the iconic command pilot wings commanding presence on any wall."},"estimateMax":110,"lotNumber":"5","title":{"en":"large 17-inch usaf command pilot wing metal wall"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25578/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a large, 17-inch metal wall decoration replicating a USAF Command Pilot wing. The silver-toned piece features a detailed design of spread wings, a central shield, and a star encircled by a wreath at the top. This item serves as a decorative military artifact, likely intended for display. Its significant size makes it a prominent visual feature for a collector or military enthusiast.","soldPrice":45,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:05:17.236Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$60 - $110","currency":"USD","id":25578,"estimateMin":60},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25579/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25579/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25579/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25579/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25579/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25579/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25579/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"scarce wwii home-front del monte green beans crate - war stuff, dad. del monte early garden whole stringless green beans shipping crate, manufactured by fibreboard products inc. of stockton, california, for the california packing corporation, circa 1930s-1940s - later repurposed as a family keepsake box and pencil-inscribed on its flaps with \"war stuffe, keep handy\" (or possibly \"keep out\") and \"dad.\" this lot is a humble but evocative survivor of the american home front: a corrugated fiberboard shipping crate built to carry two dozen #2 tall tins of del monte brand green beans. the bold red, cream, and dark-green lithographed del monte brand quality label remains crisp on the front panel, complete with the \"2 dozen, \" \"#2 tall tins, \" and california packing corporation, main office: san francisco imprint, while a second panel bears the del monte food products shield. the base retains the maker's ink-stamped certificate of box maker panel from fibreboard products inc., stockton, california, with its extra strong box crest, burst-test rating, and production codes ah41, 24/2t, and 1091/2. a black paint-stencil merchant mark reading sporleder / walsenburg appears on the top flap, identifying onward distribution through the sporleder selling company, a wholesale grocery and general mercantile house operating in walsenburg, colorado. what elevates this crate beyond disposable packaging is its second life. at some point during or shortly after the war, a family member converted the empty carton into personal storage, penciling across the top flap and interior panel words that read, in a period cursive hand, something close to \"war stuffe, keep handy\" and, separately, \"dad\" - though portions of the script are faint and not fully certain. millions of such fiberboard boxes moved through wartime grocery distribution, but the great majority were broken down, discarded, or sent to paper drives; few survive intact, and fewer still carry personal inscriptions hinting at a domestic wartime ritual - a father's or son's effects set aside and marked off from the rest of the household. no named individual or separate biography has been identified; the story here rests entirely in the object's construction, markings, and handwriting, evoking the anonymous but universal experience of an american family managing the material culture of war from the pantry outward. physically, the crate is a single-wall corrugated heavy fiberboard shipping box of typical depression/wwii-era grocery construction, staple-seamed with hinged top flaps. the front and one side panel carry the full-color del monte lithographed label described above; the base bears the fibreboard products inc. maker's stamp; the sporleder / walsenburg stencil sits on the top flap beneath the pencil inscriptions. the interior floor shows faint pencil-drawn circles and small stapled reinforcement patches, apparently added when the box was converted from shipping to storage use. the box is empty in the photographs, with no accompanying contents or paper. condition is fair to good for the type: corner splitting, tears and fraying to the upper flaps, scattered tape residue, dust soiling, and light surface creasing consistent with decades of handling and storage; the printed graphics and stencil remain bold and legible, and the pencil inscriptions, while faint in places, remain readable under raking light. a scarce and unusually personal survivor of depression-and-war-era commercial packaging, this del monte crate's pencil-inscribed \"war stuffe... dad\" transforms an ordinary grocery box into a small, tangible relic of how one american family once organized the private business of war."},"estimateMax":70,"lotNumber":"6","title":{"en":"scarce wwii home-front del monte green beans"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25579/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This scarce WWII home-front item is an original cardboard shipping box for Del Monte Green Beans. The box features the classic Del Monte Food Products logo in red and green on a dark green band across the bottom. The natural brown cardboard shows signs of age and wear, with some handwritten annotations on the top flap. This artifact provides insight into consumer goods packaging during the WWII era in the United States.","soldPrice":35,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:06:05.403Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $70","currency":"USD","id":25579,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25580/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25580/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25580/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25580/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"vietnam war: 1966-dated mci c-ration shipping box, southern pkg. & storage co.. empty meal, combat, individual (mci) fiberboard shipping box, southern pkg. & storage co., contract no. dsa-130-14311, dated mar 66, lot 29 - a stenciled logistics survivor from the vietnam-era ration supply chain. this lot is a genuine u.s. military outer shipping carton used to transport canned combat rations universally known to gis in vietnam as \"c-rations, \" despite their official 1958 redesignation as the meal, combat, individual (mci). no separate published history attaches to this particular box; its interest rests entirely in the printed record it carries - manufacturer, contract number, date of production, and packing specification, each still clearly legible. manufactured by the southern packaging & storage company of mullins, south carolina, a defense supply agency (dsa) contractor, this carton was one of countless thousands produced to move canned field rations from stateside packing plants into the pipeline supplying american forces throughout southeast asia during the height of the buildup years. built to the v2s solid fiberboard standard under specification ppp-b-636-c, it was engineered to withstand monsoon humidity, rough handling, and long transit through a logistics chain stretching from conus depots to forward supply points in-country. boxes of this type carried a full case of canned mci meals - meat units, bread and dessert cans, and accessory packets - sustaining infantrymen in the field long after fresh rations became impossible to deliver. the march 1966 date places this example squarely within the rapid expansion of u.s. ground operations that year, though no unit or deployment can be documented for this specific carton. the heavy corrugated box is of folding-lid, sleeve construction. one long side bears the bold printed stamp \"southern pkg. & storage co. / contract no. dsa-130-14311 / date mar 66 lot 29.\" an adjoining end panel carries a large printed \"c, \" the \"v2s\" grade mark, an international paper co. box-maker's certification stamp dated \"1-66,\" and the compliance line \"complies with spec. ppp-b-636-c.\" an interior flap preserves separate factory printing for the folding box and sleeve, including stock no. mcn-8115-j19-1354, gross weight, an international paper co. attribution, \"for: meal, combat, ind., \" and its own internal \"lot# 12\" - a distinct component-lot marking not to be confused with the shipping-lot number on the exterior. the carton is entirely empty, retaining its flaps but no inner ration cartons, tins, or accessory packets. surfaces show honest age toning, scattered tape residue, minor abrasions, and edge creasing consistent with field handling and long storage. \"c rations\" is hand-inked in period marker over old tape on one end panel, and portions of the interior flap printing are partially obscured by tape and wear. a plainly dated, contractor-marked remnant of the everyday supply chain that fed american troops in vietnam - modest, but genuinely evocative of the war's unglamorous logistics."},"estimateMax":80,"lotNumber":"7","title":{"en":"vietnam war: 1966-dated mci c-ration shipping"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25580/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a Vietnam War-era MCI C-Ration shipping box, dated March 1966. The brown cardboard box, in a rectangular shape, displays printed text on its side including \"SOUTHERN PKG. & STORAGE CO.\", \"CONTRACT NO. DSA-130-14311\", and the date \"MAR 66\". The box shows wear and tear consistent with its age and intended use as military packaging. It is a historical artifact related to military logistics and provisions from the Vietnam War.","soldPrice":25,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:07:03.576Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $80","currency":"USD","id":25580,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25581/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25581/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25581/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25581/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25581/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25581/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25581/020/020.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25581/021/021.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25581/022/022.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25581/023/023.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25581/024/024.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25581/025/025.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25581/026/026.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf nurse phonola record player - capt./maj. mary ann grossinck. world war ii-era phonola portable suitcase gramophone attributed to u.s. army air forces nurse captain/major mary ann grossinck. per the consignor, she took this player with her throughout her service in wwii and korea. red-painted wooden case with handle and latches; interior phonola badge, turntable with a silvertone 78 on the platter, tonearm with metal reproducer, winding crank, and mesh acoustic grille. needs cleaning; will play but sticks. exterior paint heavily worn with wood showing through. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"8","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf nurse phonola record player"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25581/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII-era USAAF (U.S. Army Air Forces) nurse's Phonola record player, enclosed in a portable wooden case with a distressed reddish-orange finish. The portable phonograph features a turntable with a 'Silvertone' branded record, a tone arm, and what appears to be a crank for manual operation. The interior of the case is dark-colored. This vintage audio equipment provides a glimpse into the personal effects and entertainment of the WWII period.","soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:07:44.121Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $500","currency":"USD","id":25581,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25582/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25582/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25582/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"us navy mk 72-8 (sd) proximity nose fuze canister, adf mk 44. us navy mk 72-8 (sd) proximity nose fuze sub-assembly storage canister, stenciled adf mk 44 mods - an empty ordnance container from the korean war-era naval anti-aircraft fire-control chain. this cylindrical black-painted steel canister was manufactured to hold a single mark 72 series variable-time (vt) proximity nose fuze sub-assembly prior to its mating with an adf (auxiliary detonating fuze) mark 44 unit within the projectile's explosive train. it carries no personal name, unit marking, or serviceman association; this is a depot-level ordnance storage item rather than a personally issued artifact, and no separate published history exists for this individual example beyond the stenciled nomenclature itself. the mark 72 fuze family descended from the wartime vt proximity fuze program and was refined through the korean war and into the early cold war for use with 3-inch and 5-inch naval anti-aircraft guns aboard surface combatants. these fuzes contained miniaturized radio transmitter-receiver radar circuitry and vacuum-tube electronics that triggered detonation as a shell passed within lethal range of an aircraft, without requiring a direct hit - a technology credited with transforming fleet air defense in the pacific war and carried forward into korea-era gunnery doctrine. because the internal electronics were fragile and moisture-sensitive, each sub-assembly was shipped and stored in a dedicated hermetic metal tube such as this one, guarding against shock, salt air, and humidity between ordnance depots and shipboard magazines. the"},"estimateMax":50,"lotNumber":"9","title":{"en":"us navy mk 72-8 (sd) proximity nose fuze"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25582/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a US Navy MK 72-8 (SD) Proximity Nose Fuze, presented as a single sub-assembly. It is a black cylindrical object with white stenciled text indicating its designation and type. The fuze appears to be made of metal, exhibiting some wear and minor paint loss. This military ordnance component is a collector's item, representing naval technology during its period of use.","soldPrice":16,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:08:37.266Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$30 - $50","currency":"USD","id":25582,"estimateMin":30},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25583/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25583/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25583/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25583/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25583/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25583/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25583/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25583/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25583/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"scarce wwii k-ration supper morale series, sealed wax carton, hiram walker & sons. u.s. wwii field ration k, supper unit - unopened late-war 'morale series' outer sleeve with intact wax-sealed inner carton, packaged by hiram walker & sons, inc., peoria 1, illinois. this lot preserves a complete, factory-sealed supper unit from the u.s. army's type k individual field ration, still nested in its scarce late-war graphic outer carton with the original waxed inner box unopened within. no individual soldier or unit history attaches to this lot; its interest lies entirely in its survival as an intact, unconsumed example of a wartime ration type that was overwhelmingly issued and discarded rather than preserved. the k-ration was developed in the early 1940s at the direction of physiologist dr. ancel keys for the war department, conceived as a compact, calorie-dense daily field ration for paratroopers, armored crews, and other forward troops who could not rely on organized mess facilities. each day's issue was split into breakfast, dinner, and supper units, individually boxed for ease of carriage and distribution. in late 1944 the quartermaster corps replaced earlier plain packaging with bold two-tone graphic cartons - the so-called 'morale series' - using stylized stars, banners, and bold lettered codes so that troops could identify meal type quickly, including in poor light. the printed instructions on this carton, directing the soldier to eat the meat cold or heat it by boiling the can or frying it in its own fat with biscuit crumbs, and to conceal empty cans and wrappers for security, speak directly to the realities of forward-area consumption during active operations. the outer sleeve is printed in forest-green and tan with paired white stars, a circled star roundel, and bold"},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"10","title":{"en":"scarce wwii k-ration supper morale series, sealed"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25583/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This scarce WWII K-Ration \"Supper\" morale series box is sealed and largely intact. The cardboard packaging features a distinctive green and brown design with stars and an informational text box. The label identifies it as \"RATION TYPE K\" and contains instructions regarding the inner bag and its use as a waterproof container. This is a significant artifact from WWII military provisions, offering a tangible link to the daily life of soldiers.","soldPrice":225,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:09:24.008Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25583,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25584/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25584/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25584/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25584/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25584/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25584/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25584/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"scarce wwii k-ration dinner unit, morale series, hiram walker & sons, opened. u.s. army ration type k, dinner unit, in its blue-camouflage morale series carton, packaged by hiram walker & sons, inc., peoria, illinois - opened with multiple original components surviving inside. this lot presents a genuine and highly displayable example of the late-war k-ration dinner unit, one of three color-coded meal boxes issued to american combat troops under the quartermaster corps' 1944 'morale series' redesign. the outer sleeve retains its distinctive dark blue and tan swirl graphics, the bold 'dinner' title, the 'ration type k' roundel, and the prominent 'd' end-flap marking used for rapid field identification. the reverse panel lists the standard contents - cheese, assorted biscuits, confection, beverage, sugar, chewing gum, cigarettes, matches, and salt tablets - while the maker's imprint, 'packaged by hiram walker & sons, inc., peoria 1, illinois, ' confirms the wartime conversion of a major commercial distiller into a ration-assembly contractor for the quartermaster corps. the k-ration traces its origin to 1941, when physiologist dr. ancel keys developed a compact, calorie-dense field ration for paratroopers, armored crews, and other mobile troops operating beyond normal mess support. early production used plain brown packaging; by mid-1944 the quartermaster corps introduced the graphic morale series seen here, assigning brown to breakfast, olive drab to supper, and this deep blue swirl to dinner. as wartime demand drew resources from multiple industries, food and beverage firms such as hiram walker were enlisted to assemble rations at scale, and supply substitutions saw non-mint gum flavors and alternate powdered drink mixes - such as the grape beverage found here - rotated in alongside the standard canned entree. the printed instructions on the sleeve, directing the soldier to save the inner waterproof bag for matches and cigarettes and to conceal the empty can and wrappers"},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"11","title":{"en":"scarce wwii k-ration dinner unit, morale series"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25584/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a scarce World War II K-Ration dinner unit from the 'morale series.' The item is a rectangular cardboard box, likely from the WWII period. It is made of paper or cardboard and features text in English. The box has a blue and off-white patterned design with the word \"Dinner\" prominently displayed, alongside \"RATION TYPE K\" and instructions on how to use the inner bag as a waterproof container.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:09:46.553Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25584,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25585/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25585/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25585/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25585/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25585/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25585/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"scarce wwii k-ration breakfast unit, patten food products, early plain-box type. u.s. army field ration k, breakfast unit, packaged by patten food products of chattanooga, tennessee - an early-war plain unbleached cardboard carton, circa 1942-1943, with one end flap opened. this lot offers an original k-ration breakfast unit in the early-war plain-box format, printed directly on unbleached pasteboard in the sober, utilitarian style that preceded the more colorful 1944 'morale series' cartons. no separate biography attaches to a ration carton of this kind, of course, but the object itself is a document - a tangible survival of the logistics and nutritional science that sustained the american soldier in the field, its printed panels preserving verbatim the instructions and contents list as issued for front-line consumption. developed under the direction of dr. ancel keys and the subsistence research laboratory of the u.s. army quartermaster corps, the k-ration was conceived as a compact, calorie-dense individual meal for paratroopers, mechanized units, and assault troops who could not rely on a field kitchen. issued in three daily units - breakfast, dinner, and supper - the ration was designed to be carried in a pocket or pack and eaten cold if necessary. the carton's printed security instructions speak directly to the realities of combat: soldiers were advised to save the inner waterproof bag for matches or cigarettes, and to conceal discarded cans and refuse with dirt, foliage, or sand so as not to reveal their position from the air - a small but vivid detail of frontline discipline. the plain, unbleached cardboard carton is printed in black block type: the principal panel reads u.s. army field ration k / breakfast unit above the security instructions, while the reverse lists the contents - k-1 biscuits (energy crackers), k-2 compressed graham crackers, a can of ham and eggs (cheese furnished as an alternative), an envelope of soluble coffee, a fruit bar, three lumps of sugar, a package of four cigarettes, and a stick of chewing gum. both narrow end panels and the base are marked"},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"12","title":{"en":"scarce wwii k-ration breakfast unit, patten food"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25585/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a scarce World War II K-Ration breakfast unit, likely from the WWII period. The item is a cardboard box, featuring text in English. The box has a tan color with black text, prominently displaying \"U. S. ARMY FIELD RATION K BREAKFAST UNIT\" and instructions about not discarding the empty can or paper. It was packaged by PATTEN FOOD PRODUCTS of Chattanooga, Tenn.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:10:18.833Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$150 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25585,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25586/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25586/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25586/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25586/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25586/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25586/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"scarce wwii k-ration breakfast unit, morale series, hiram walker & sons co.. wwii u.s. army field ration, type k, breakfast unit - 'morale series' type iv carton, packaged by hiram walker & sons, inc., peoria 1, illinois, circa 1944-45, outer sleeve opened with inner waxed carton slit and contents visible. this lot presents a strikingly graphic example of the u.s. quartermaster corps' late-war 'morale series' k-ration packaging, the bold color-coded redesign introduced in mid-1944 to lift soldier morale and simplify meal identification in the field. the carton's maroon-and-cream striped motif and confident script lettering are hallmarks of the type iv series, a deliberate departure from the plain kraft cartons issued earlier in the war. as is typical of surviving ration cartons, no individual soldier's provenance accompanies this example; its interest rests in the object itself as a tangible artifact of american industrial mobilization and combat logistics. developed in the early 1940s by physiologist dr. ancel keys working with the quartermaster corps, the k-ration was engineered as a compact, individually packaged meal for airborne troops and assault infantry unable to carry field kitchens into combat. though intended only for short-duration use, logistical realities pushed it into far broader service, feeding gis across the eto, pto, and mto alike. the 1944 morale series overhaul - brown/maroon for breakfast, blue/green for dinner, orange/yellow for supper - was a rare wartime concession to psychological welfare, reflecting planners' recognition that presentation mattered to men eating from a box three times a day. major american distillers and food processors, their operations redirected to war production, were contracted to assemble these rations by the millions; hiram walker & sons of peoria, far better known for whiskey, was one such firm turned to ration packaging in service of the war effort. the outer carton is printed on its face with the 'breakfast / ration type k' title and instructions to open the inner bag carefully, retain it as a waterproof container, and conceal empty cans and wrappers for security; the reverse lists full breakfast contents - meat and eggs, biscuits, coffee, cereal, a fruit bar, sugar, chewing gum, and cigarettes - along with heating and preparation directions. the maker's imprint, 'packaged by hiram walker & sons, inc., peoria 1, illinois, ' appears along the lower reverse panel, while a bold stenciled letter 'b' marks the end panel alongside a container corporation of america box-maker's stamp reading 'design no. 101.' the inner waxed liner carton, itself stamped with a matching 'b, ' has been slit open at one flap, revealing a cellophane/foil-wrapped ration component and the edge of a small tinned can still nested within. the lot comprises the complete outer sleeve and its inner waxed liner with visible internal contents; no loose ephemera or separate paperwork accompanies the piece, and the photographs do not permit confirmation that every original component remains inside. condition is very good for an opened wartime example: the outer carton shows only minor corner and edge wear with light general soiling, and a conspicuous dark oil or damp stain obscures part of the front lettering. the end flap has been unsealed and the inner liner slit for inspection, though the printed stripes, lettering, and maker's marks throughout remain crisp, bold, and fully legible. a vivid, opened example of the psychologically-engineered morale series k-ration that captures both the ingenuity and the improvisational industrial effort behind feeding america's wwii fighting men."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"13","title":{"en":"scarce wwii k-ration breakfast unit, morale"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25586/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a scarce World War II K-Ration breakfast unit from the 'morale' series. The item is a rectangular cardboard box, dating to the WWII period. It is made of paper or cardboard and features text in English. The box has a light brown background with a red-striped border pattern and the word \"Breakfast\" in red, along with \"RATION\" and instructions for use.","soldPrice":250,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:11:03.199Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25586,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25587/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25587/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"two original copies of life magazine dated july 19, 1943, featuring the well-known cover photograph of a women airforce service pilot (wasp) seated on an aircraft wing (cover stamped \"air force pilot\"). one copy has the handwritten name \"e. j. hooke\" at the upper right; relationship of that name to ownership/service is not further documented in the photos. age toning, edge wear, and spine fray (one copy more worn). condition as shown."},"estimateMax":70,"lotNumber":"14","title":{"en":"pair of wwii wasp life magazines - july 19, 1943"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25587/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of a pair of World War II-era 'LIFE' magazines, both dated July 19, 1943. These periodicals feature a WASP (Women Airforce Service Pilots) pilot on their covers. The magazines are made of paper and are in English, with their original pricing of \"10 cents\" visible. The cover image depicts a female pilot in a flight suit, kneeling in front of an airplane, likely a military aircraft given the context.","soldPrice":35,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:11:32.801Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $70","currency":"USD","id":25587,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25588/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25588/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25588/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25588/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25588/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25588/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25588/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25588/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25588/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25588/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25588/011/011.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"large lot of wwii \"newsmap for the armed forces\" broadsheets. substantial group of wwii u.s. army information branch \"newsmap for the armed forces\" folded broadsheets (approx. thirty-plus pieces visible), many with sticky-tab week numbers (examples noted include weeks in the 180s-240s range; one masthead reads \"239th week of the war - 121st week of u.s. participation\"). content includes theater maps and front-line photo reports (pacific, sicily, russia, etc. as printed). age toning and fold wear. no veteran name identified on the sheets from the overview photo. exact count and complete week list not verified from a single overview image. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"14A","title":{"en":"large lot of wwii \"newsmap for the armed forces\""},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25588/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a large lot of World War II-era 'Newsmap for the Armed Forces' publications. These periodicals are composed of paper and are printed in English, dating from the WWII period. The lot includes multiple folded and stacked issues, with various headlines visible such as \"THE WAR FRONTS\" and maps detailing regions like \"SOUTHEAST ASIA\" and \"KURIL ISLANDS.\" Some issues feature black and white photographs of military operations or equipment.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:12:01.075Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25588,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25589/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25589/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25589/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25589/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25589/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25589/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25589/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25589/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25589/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25589/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25589/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25589/012/012.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwi 5th marines / 2nd division grouping to don spawr - german aircraft trophy pieces. world war i grouping associated with don spawr of the 5th marines under the 2nd division, including articles and pieces of german aircraft. when this archive was passed down, it was stated that mr. spawr would cut souvenir sections from german wwi aircraft that had been shot down-a common combat \"trophy\" practice of the period-and trade such pieces. two of the aircraft fragments are dated by mr. spawr with where and when they were collected. paper and related items in the group reference marines of the era, second division / fifth marines context, and period clippings and cards as shown. a personal combat-souvenir archive from the meuse-argonne / western front generation. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"15","title":{"en":"wwi 5th marines / 2nd division grouping to don"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25589/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This grouping comprises World War I-era ephemera related to a serviceman named \"Don\" from the WWI 5th Marines / 2nd Division. The collection includes various paper documents, likely newspapers, letters, or official communications, all in English. Visible items include newspaper clippings with headlines such as \"Second Division Celebrates Its\" and \"BATTLE OF FRANCE NOVEMBER 4th 1918,\" along with a small red booklet titled \"PARIS.\" The lot also contains two small textile patches, one depicting an American flag and another with an insignia.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:12:48.798Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25589,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25590/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25590/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"scarce wwii airborne glider cap patch trio - reverse & bomber-nose variants. three wwii us army combined parachute-glider garrison cap patches, comprising a reverse (right-facing) glider variant and two examples of the sought-after \"bomber\" cockpit variation. this small but scholarly grouping represents one of the more nuanced corners of american airborne insignia collecting: the manufacturing variations produced by wartime contractors tasked with embroidering the combined parachute-and-glider device standardized circa 1943-1944 for troopers of the airborne command, worn on the garrison, or \"overseas, \" cap by formations such as the 82nd and 101st airborne divisions. no maker's mark, unit attribution, or accompanying paper survives with this lot; the interest and value here rest entirely in the embroidery itself. paratroopers and glider infantry originally wore separate distinctive insignia before the war department unified the two branches under a single design pairing a white parachute canopy with a crossed glider silhouette on an infantry-blue field, bordered in red. while the regulation pattern depicts the waco cg-4a glider descending toward the viewer's left, embroidery houses working from imperfect specification drawings or altered dies produced a range of collectible deviations. the left patch in this lot shows the glider facing the opposite direction from standard issue - a recognized and desirable reverse-facing variation prized by specialists assembling comparative type sets. the center and right patches exhibit the \"bomber\" or blunt-cockpit treatment, in which the embroiderer rendered the glider's nose with distinct multi-pane cockpit stitching more evocative of a multi-engine bomber's greenhouse nose than the slender waco fuselage - a wartime production quirk now eagerly sought as a stand-alone manufacturing curiosity within the broader combined-device patch family. these small variances, born of contract embroidery houses working at speed and scale, have become a specialized study area, with type and variant differences driving values well above common examples. all three patches are unmarked, as typical for the type, and consistent with wartime manufacture of the 1943-1945 period. each is worked on tan/khaki twill base cloth with a red embroidered border, blue field, and white parachute and glider device in dense, tightly worked thread; cut edges are present throughout rather than the merrowed edges seen on postwar reproductions. reverse examination shows untrimmed white thread backing, the \"snowy back\" characteristic associated with wartime-manufactured insignia. no cap, named attribution, or unit documentation accompanies the lot; the patches are offered together as a study group of three. condition is very good for the type: embroidery remains tight and largely full with no significant moth damage or structural thread loss, colors show only light, consistent age toning, and edges display expected wartime handling wear with minor fraying visible on close inspection. a compact but scholarly trio for the airborne specialist, uniting a scarce reverse-facing glider with two examples of the elusive bomber-nose cockpit variant in a single instructive lot."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"16","title":{"en":"scarce wwii airborne glider cap patch trio"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25590/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a scarce trio of World War II airborne glider cap patches. These military insignias are made of embroidered fabric and date to the WWII period. Each circular patch features a white parachute with crossed glider planes against a blue background, encircled by a red border. The patches are identical in design, indicating a consistent unit or rank representation.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:13:24.638Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25590,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25591/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25591/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"two circular wwii-period u.s. army glider infantry patches: dark blue field with white waco-style glider silhouette; one with red border and one with light blue/faded border. minor fray. no names or regiment numbers readable on the fronts. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":70,"lotNumber":"17","title":{"en":"wwii airborne glider patch variations"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25591/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot presents World War II airborne glider patch variations. The items are two circular embroidered fabric patches, dating from the WWII period. Both patches feature a white glider plane silhouette. One patch has a blue background with a red border, while the other has a blue background with a white or light blue border, showcasing design differences for the same insignia type.","soldPrice":40,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:14:05.911Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $70","currency":"USD","id":25591,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25592/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25592/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii airborne artillery cap patch trio: parachute, glider & paraglider. a complete evolutionary set of three wwii u.s. army airborne artillery garrison cap patches - parachute artillery, combined paraglider artillery, and glider artillery - each embroidered on the branch-distinctive red field. this lot brings together the full design progression of airborne field artillery insignia as worn on the overseas (garrison) cap during the second world war. red disc and oval backings were reserved for airborne field artillery, distinguishing these troopers from the light-blue-backed infantry parachutists with whom they served in the same divisions. the three patches offered here mark distinct phases in that insignia's development: the solitary open parachute canopy worn by early paratroop artillery units; the glider-in-flight design identifying towed glider artillery elements; and the combined"},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"18","title":{"en":"wwii airborne artillery cap patch trio"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25592/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a trio of World War II airborne artillery cap patches. These military insignias are made of embroidered fabric and date to the WWII period. Each circular patch features a specific design on a red background. The designs include a white parachute, a white parachute with crossed artillery cannons, and a white glider plane with crossed artillery cannons, indicating different airborne artillery specializations.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:14:58.753Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25592,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25593/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25593/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25593/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25593/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii us parachute infantry cap patches: matched pair, blue felt, enlisted pir. a matched pair of wwii us army parachute infantry cap patches - white embroidered parachute canopies on infantry-blue wool felt, with period gauze backing intact. this lot offers two examples of the enlisted parachute-qualification insignia worn on the overseas garrison cap by paratroopers of the us army's parachute infantry regiments during the second world war, units such as the 501st, 502nd, 504th, 505th, 506th, 507th, 508th, and 509th pirs. neither patch carries a maker's mark, unit designation, or other identifying provenance, and no individual recipient or published history attaches to this specific pair; their interest lies in pattern and construction rather than a documented service record. the parachute cap patch was among the first insignia adopted to distinguish america's new airborne troops, worn on the left side of the enlisted man's overseas cap as a mark of jump-school qualification, separate from the rank and branch devices worn by officers. parachute infantry regiments trained at fort benning before deploying to every major theater of the war, from the airborne drops over sicily and normandy to the encirclement at bastogne and the rhine crossing at wesel, and the white canopy on infantry blue became instant shorthand for a paratrooper's hard-earned status. early-war production, as seen here, favored machine embroidery worked directly onto dense wool felt over an open cheesecloth or gauze scrim, a method later superseded by twill-backed and combined glider/parachute patterns as the war progressed. both patches display the white open parachute canopy with visible ribs and suspension lines, machine-embroidered against a rounded infantry-blue felt ground and finished with a marrowed white edge stitch; the two show minor natural variation in canopy outline and stitch density consistent with wartime hand-guided production. the reverse of each retains the characteristic open-weave gauze backing typical of the type, with clean, unstained threads and no evidence of restitching or repair. no additional items accompany this lot beyond the two patches described; no uniform, cap, or paperwork is present. condition is very good to excellent for the type - the patches appear unissued or only lightly handled, with intact marrowed edges, bright colors, light even age toning, and only minor felt fuzzing; no moth damage, staining, or embroidery loss is noted on either example. a clean, well-preserved pair of early-war us paratrooper cap patches, an affordable and honest entry point into wwii american airborne insignia collecting."},"estimateMax":100,"lotNumber":"19","title":{"en":"wwii us parachute infantry cap patches: matched"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25593/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a matched pair of World War II US parachute infantry cap patches. These military insignias are circular, made of embroidered fabric, and date to the WWII period. Both patches display a white parachute design against a deep blue background, surrounded by a blue border. The consistent design and coloration suggest they are a matching set for uniform wear.","soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:15:46.267Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$60 - $100","currency":"USD","id":25593,"estimateMin":60},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25594/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25594/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii airborne pair: paraglider & parachute infantry garrison cap patches. wwii u.s. army airborne garrison cap patch pair - a combined paraglider (glider-over-parachute) insignia and a parachute infantry patch, both on light blue infantry-branch backing, circa 1942-1945. this lot comprises two distinct types of embroidered cloth insignia authorized for wear on the overseas/garrison side cap by u.s. army airborne troops during the second world war. the larger patch depicts a cg-4a waco-type glider superimposed over an open parachute - the combined \"paraglider\" design adopted by 1944 to unify glider-borne and parachute-qualified personnel under a single emblem. the smaller patch bears the earlier, simpler parachute-only design worn by parachute infantry before the standardized combined insignia came into general use. both are mounted on the light blue wool/felt field that designated the infantry branch of service, a color scheme instantly recognizable to collectors of american airborne militaria. neither patch carries a visible name, unit marking, or maker's stamp, and no individual recipient or unit attribution accompanies this lot; the pair is catalogued as unattributed vintage insignia consistent with general wartime airborne issue. the airborne cap insignia system reflects the rapid organizational evolution of american parachute and glider forces between 1942 and 1945. early parachute infantry regiments, activated from 1942 onward and blooded in north africa, sicily, and normandy, wore the simple parachute emblem as a mark of jump-qualified status, while separate glider infantry regiments trained and fought alongside them. as airborne divisions matured into combined-arms formations integrating both elements - as seen in the 82nd and 101st airborne divisions through normandy, market garden, and the ardennes - the standardized glider-and-parachute design came into wider wear to express that unified airborne identity. cap patches such as these were worn on the garrison cap by officers and enlisted men alike, and surviving unissued or lightly worn examples offer collectors tangible, wearable relics of the airborne branch's wartime service. the paraglider patch shows crisp white embroidered detailing of the glider and open canopy against a light blue field within a white oval border; the cut edge is clean, with only light general handling wear, and the reverse shows intact stitching consistent with period manufacture. the parachute infantry patch retains bright white embroidery of the open canopy and suspension lines against its light blue wool ground within a matching border; the reverse displays the starched cheesecloth/gauze backing characteristic of wwii-dated production, a useful aid to dating and authenticity. no additional items, cap, or paperwork accompany this lot. both patches present in very good, unissued to lightly handled condition, with clean colors, intact principal embroidery, and no moth damage or fabric loss noted; minor edge irregularity is visible on the parachute-only patch consistent with age. a well-matched pair of scarce wwii airborne cap insignia - the parachute-only and combined paraglider types together - illustrating the evolution of american airborne branch identity from sicily to the bulge."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"20","title":{"en":"wwii airborne pair: paraglider & parachute"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25594/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a pair of World War II-era airborne patches. The items are military insignia, specifically for paratrooper or glider units. Both patches are circular and made of embroidered fabric on a blue background. One patch depicts a parachute and a glider, while the other shows a parachute alone. These represent early to mid-20th-century military memorabilia.","soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:16:34.533Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25594,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25595/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25595/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25595/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25595/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25595/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii 101st theater-made jump wing & oval - possible 555th link. silver-tone u.s. army parachutist badge (jump wings) mounted on a black-bordered yellow-center embroidered oval background trimming. metal shows dark age patina; oval edges lightly frayed. black-and-yellow ovals are commonly associated with the 506th parachute infantry regiment, but no named attribution or paperwork is present in the photos to confirm unit assignment. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":100,"lotNumber":"21","title":{"en":"wwii 101st theater-made jump wing & oval"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25595/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War II 101st Airborne theater-made jump wing and oval insignia. It is a military badge, likely made of metal for the jump wing component, affixed to an oval fabric background. The jump wing features a parachute with extended wings, detailed with visible lines. The oval background appears dark with a textured, possibly yellow, highlight beneath the wings, indicating its unique theater-made construction characteristic of the WWII period.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:18:10.139Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$60 - $100","currency":"USD","id":25595,"estimateMin":60},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25596/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25596/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25596/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25596/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii 82nd airborne 456th field artillery jump wing and oval. silver-tone u.s. army parachutist badge mounted on a solid red embroidered oval background trimming. light metal toning; oval embroidery intact with minor edge fiber show-through. solid red ovals are consistent with certain airborne units (e.g., some pir / airborne artillery associations in collector references); specific regiment not identified from markings in the photos. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":90,"lotNumber":"22","title":{"en":"wwii 82nd airborne 456th field artillery jump"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25596/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a World War II 82nd Airborne 456th Field Artillery jump badge. The item is a military insignia, composed of a silver-toned metal jump wing affixed to a red oval fabric backing. The jump wing design features a central parachute flanked by two open wings, rendered with visible details. The vibrant red oval provides a striking contrast, making this a recognizable piece of WWII military uniform ornamentation.","soldPrice":70,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:18:52.145Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $90","currency":"USD","id":25596,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25597/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25597/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"single oval background trimming: royal-blue center with thick white embroidered border, heavily frayed at the perimeter, with small center stitch marks where a badge was once mounted. blue/white ovals are commonly associated with the 506th pir in collector references; no badge, name, or paperwork accompanies this piece in the photo. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":50,"lotNumber":"23","title":{"en":"wwii 517th pir & 325th gir jump ovals"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25597/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of World War II-era jump ovals for the 517th PIR and 325th GIR units. The item shown is a single oval fabric patch, blue in color with a white embroidered border. It is a military uniform insignia, likely made of textile. The patch is simple in design, featuring a central stitch, characteristic of period military memorabilia from the mid-20th century.","soldPrice":20,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:19:55.907Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$30 - $50","currency":"USD","id":25597,"estimateMin":30},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25598/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25598/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"scarce wwii fssf devil's brigade italian theater-made arrowhead patch & sweetheart charm. first special service force embroidered usa/canada arrowhead shoulder sleeve insignia, italian theater-made variation, paired with a matching miniature red-enamel sweetheart charm - twin emblems of the joint american-canadian commando unit the enemy called the devil's brigade. this lot brings together two insignia forms of one of the most storied elite formations of the second world war: a full-size arrowhead patch showing the coarse thread, hand-guided embroidery, and non-standard reverse construction associated with wartime production in the italian theater, and a small gilt-metal, red-enameled charm of identical design, almost certainly a sweetheart piece made for a soldier to send home or carry as a personal keepsake. no individual recipient can be identified from the pieces themselves, and no separate published biography accompanies the lot; its significance rests instead in the force's own extraordinary combat record and in the relative scarcity of surviving theater-made variants from the italian campaign. activated in july 1942 under lt. col. robert t. frederick, the first special service force combined hand-picked american and canadian volunteers into a single elite formation trained in mountaineering, skiing, demolitions, and hand-to-hand combat. after a difficult baptism in the aleutians, the force was committed to italy, where it built its lasting reputation. at monte la difensa in december 1943 the force scaled a sheer, supposedly unclimbable rock face by night and seized the german position atop it, a feat that helped open the road toward cassino and cemented the unit's fearsome nickname. it went on to fight at anzio, was among the first allied troops into rome in june 1944, and was subsequently committed to the invasion of southern france before disbandment that december. while standard us-manufactured arrowhead patches followed established quartermaster patterns, insignia produced locally in italy - as this example appears to be - display distinctive hand- or machine-embroidery traits and improvised reverse finishing reflecting production well outside normal supply channels. the embroidered arrowhead patch is worked densely in red thread with white lettering reading usa above the vertically stacked canada, its shaped stem forming the arrowhead's base; the gold-toned edge binding shows heavy soiling, staining, and discoloration, with loose threads and stitch pulls along the perimeter. the reverse exposes raw embroidery work and carries pronounced dark staining and apparent adhesive or mounting residue, with no maker's label visible. the accompanying charm is a small gilt-metal arrowhead finished in red enamel with the same usa/canada lettering, its plain reverse unmarked in the photographs, and it retains its original suspension jump ring intact. the lot comprises these two pieces only; no accompanying paperwork, ribbon bar, or case is present. the patch's condition is consistent with genuine period wear or long-term scrapbook mounting, with fraying, soiling, and thread loss throughout but the design and lettering remaining fully legible. the charm shows only light surface patina and minor edge wear, with its enamel field remaining substantially intact. a compelling fssf pairing that unites the force's rare italian-made battlefield insignia with its intimate sweetheart-jewelry counterpart, evoking both combat service and the soldiers who carried it home."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"24","title":{"en":"scarce wwii fssf devil's brigade italian"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25598/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This scarce lot features First Special Service Force (FSSF) 'Devil's Brigade' Italian campaign insignia from World War II. The items include a large fabric patch and a smaller pin, both shaped like a red arrowhead. The patch is embroidered with 'USA' vertically on the left and 'CANADA' vertically on the right in white script, bordered by gold threading. The smaller pin replicates this design in red enamel with white and gold accents. These pieces are significant military memorabilia from a specific WWII combined forces unit.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:20:55.543Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25598,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25599/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25599/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25599/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25599/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"scarce: boeing school of aeronautics & sterling usaaf wings grouping. sterling usaaf pilot and aircrew wings, a boeing school of aeronautics / u.s. air corps enamel insignia, sweetheart wing jewelry, and an open-cockpit aviator snapshot - a compact interwar-to-wwii american flying grouping. this lot assembles the personal insignia and keepsakes of an american aviator trained in the years bridging the army air corps and the wartime usaaf. no separate biography accompanies the grouping and no name can be tied to any single piece; the story here rests in the objects themselves - the qualification wings earned, the school pin marking where training began, and the sweetheart jewelry that speaks to someone waiting at home. the accompanying snapshot of a smiling, helmeted aviator in an open-cockpit biplane lends the lot a human presence, though the sitter is unidentified and cannot be confirmed as the original owner of the insignia. the enameled boeing school / u.s. air corps badge is the anchor piece, tying the grouping directly to the boeing school of aeronautics in oakland, california, which opened in 1929 and, through the interwar years and into wwii, trained army air corps cadets and mechanics under civilian contract ahead of the massive wartime expansion of the air corps training command. insignia of this kind were worn by graduates and staff as a mark of affiliation with one of the era's most prominent civilian flight schools feeding pilots into military service. the sterling wings represent standard-issue usaaf qualification badges of the period, while the wing-motif chain bracelet reflects the well-documented wartime home-front custom of gifting miniature insignia jewelry - so-called sweetheart jewelry - to wives and girlfriends as a token of a serviceman's wings. the primary sterling pilot wing, approximately 3 inches, clutch-back, centers a shield device and carries a worn maker's stamp on the reverse consistent with a sterling mark. a second sterling wing of aircrew/observer type, similarly sized and clutch-back, bears a circular \"sterling silver\" stamp clearly struck into the reverse disc. the brass web-belt buckle, cast with a winged-propeller motif, shows a partial reverse stamp consistent with \"solid brass.\" a pair of gilt-brass winged-propeller collar insignia, pin-back, retain their original pin catches. the wing-form chain bracelet, sweetheart jewelry in type, joins a shield-and-wing badge to a curb-link chain with an aged clasp. the octagonal boeing school plaque, blue enamel ground with silver wings, propeller, and twin stars, is paired with a separate, matching-shaped blank reverse plate bearing a faint impressed wing motif, though its original method of attachment cannot be confirmed from the photographs. a small gilt lapel pin completes the wing-form insignia. rounding out the lot is the vintage black-and-white deckle-edge snapshot of the aviator seated beneath the upper wing of his aircraft. condition throughout is good and consistent with age: natural surface patina to the sterling wings, with clutch posts present but clutch backs not shown; oxidation and handling wear to the brass buckle; toning to the bracelet chain and clasp; minor rim wear to the boeing enamel; and typical paper aging with heavy glue and album residue to the photograph's reverse. offered as found, in as-is condition. an honest, evocative cross-section of one flyer's training and service, anchored by a scarce boeing school of aeronautics enamel badge and a candid open-cockpit portrait that brings the grouping to life."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"25","title":{"en":"scarce: boeing school of aeronautics & sterling"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25599/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot is a collection of aviation-related memorabilia, featuring items from the Boeing School of Aeronautics and sterling silver pieces, dating to the mid-20th century. The collection includes various pilot wings and insignia, likely made of metal such as sterling silver or brass, depicting winged designs and propellers. A notable piece is an enamel pin with 'Boeing School U.S. AIR CORPS' text. A small photograph of a person in an early aircraft is also part of the lot, offering a visual connection to the era of the items.","soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:21:54.830Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25599,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25600/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25600/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25600/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25600/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wasp-style aviator wing, gemsco n.y. 3-inch - postwar reunion or novelty badge. a gemsco n.y.-marked, 3-inch aviator wing badge with an applied diamond lozenge, styled after the wartime insignia of the women airforce service pilots but not identifiable as a wartime-contract wasp wing. this single badge presents a standard commercial aviator-wing die, produced by the new york firm gemsco, onto which a smooth, centrally mounted diamond (lozenge) has been applied to evoke the distinctive crest of authorized wasp pilot insignia. no named recipient, unit history, or accompanying documentation travels with the piece, and no separate biography or service record has been located; it is offered and catalogued strictly on its physical and typological merits. the women airforce service pilots flew military aircraft in non-combat roles across the united states from 1943 until the program's disbandment in december 1944, ferrying new aircraft from factories to bases, towing targets, and testing planes so that male pilots could be released for combat duty overseas - a contribution that went largely unrecognized militarily until decades later. their authorized wartime insignia was a purpose-designed badge with an integrated diamond crest, manufactured to contract primarily by the robbins co. and by juarez, and measuring approximately 23/4 inches across; genuine examples of this wartime pattern are scarce and command strong prices among specialist militaria collectors. the present badge departs from that documented form in both scale and construction: built on gemsco's standard 3-inch commercial wing die with an oversized diamond separately applied to the face, a configuration militaria researchers consistently associate not with wwii contract production but with postwar veteran reunion commissions, sweetheart-style commemorative jewelry, or later collector-market conversions assembled to satisfy demand for the wasp form after 1945. the obverse is die-struck in a nickel/silver-plated base metal, showing full-spread wings with crisply rendered, swept feather detailing typical of mid-20th-century gemsco dies, beneath the plain applied diamond. the reverse bears a raised oval stamped gemsco n.y., positioned beneath the diamond mount, together with an intact horizontal pin, hinge, and rolling-ball safety catch, all mechanically sound and functional. the photographs confirm the diamond's oversized proportions relative to the wing body but do not establish the date of its attachment. no case, ribbon bar, paperwork, or additional insignia accompanies this lot; the badge is offered alone. condition is very good overall for a vintage costume/commemorative piece, with surface patination, minor micro-abrasions, and light tarnish to the plated finish, but no losses, breaks, or repairs are evident. an honestly catalogued, wearable tribute to the pioneering wasp pilots - a gemsco reunion or novelty-market badge, collectible in its own right, though clearly distinct from the far scarcer wartime-contract wing it emulates."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"26","title":{"en":"wasp-style aviator wing, gemsco n.y. 3-inch"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25600/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a wasp-style aviator wing badge, an example of militaria or aviation insignia. The subject matter features a central diamond shape flanked by two stylized wings. It is a 3-inch badge, likely made of metal given its appearance as a uniform pin or emblem. The badge bears the mark \"gemsco n.y.\", indicating its manufacturer. The design suggests a connection to early to mid-20th-century aviation, embodying a classic pilot wing aesthetic.","soldPrice":45,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:22:29.444Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25600,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25601/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25601/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25601/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"choice wwii sterling glider badge & 327th gir felt oval, 101st airborne. wwii u.s. army sterling glider infantry badge mounted on its correct blue and gold felt background oval for the 327th glider infantry regiment, 101st airborne division. this lot presents a well-matched pairing of a genuine wwii-period sterling glider badge and a period unit-designating oval, the type of insignia combination worn beneath the glider wing on the service coat or garrison cap to identify a trooper's parent regiment. neither piece is named, and no separate biography or individual provenance accompanies this lot; the history offered here rests on the documented service record of the badge type and the 327th glider infantry regiment itself rather than on a personal citation. instituted in june 1944 and made retroactive to 1942, the glider badge recognized soldiers who had completed glider training or who had participated in perilous combat glider assault landings - service widely regarded among airborne veterans as more hazardous than a parachute jump, given the fragile plywood-and-canvas construction of the waco cg-4a and the near-total absence of any means to abort a landing once committed. the blue felt oval bordered in gold/yellow identifies the 327th glider infantry regiment, part of the 101st airborne division that flew into normandy in the early hours of 6 june 1944, dropped again into holland during operation market garden that september, and famously held the line at bastogne through the encirclement of december 1944 - actions for which the regiment and its parent division earned lasting recognition in the official histories of the european campaign. the badge depicts a frontal waco cg-4a glider set within outstretched, feathered wings, struck in sterling silver with crisp obverse detail and natural light patina; the reverse is clearly stamped sterling and fitted with dual clutch-back posts, both straight and unbent, though the clutches themselves are not present. the oval is of period two-piece wool felt construction, dark navy center bordered in gold/yellow felt, with visible hand-basted perimeter stitching on the reverse securing the badge posts in place. no additional items accompany this lot beyond the badge and its mounted oval. condition is very good for the period: the badge shows only light reverse wear and toning commensurate with honest handling and storage, the felt retains vibrant, unfaded color with minor edge fuzzing typical of wartime manufacture and age, and the perimeter stitching remains intact and secure. a solid, display-ready sterling glider badge correctly mounted to its 327th gir oval, representing the airborne troopers who flew - and crashed - into normandy, holland, and the frozen perimeter at bastogne."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"27","title":{"en":"choice wwii sterling glider badge & 327th gir"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25601/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This choice World War II lot includes a sterling glider badge and a 327th GIR jump oval. The item shown is a military insignia, featuring a silver-toned metal glider badge, likely made of sterling, centered on a dark fabric oval. The oval is bordered by a distinct yellow felt-like material. The glider badge depicts a horizontal glider with wings, flanked by two open wings, reflecting airborne unit distinctions from the mid-20th century.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:23:28.166Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25601,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26068/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"use eaglescorpsconsign.com for a fast, easy appraisal"},"estimateMax":20,"lotNumber":"27A","title":{"en":"consign today"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26068/view","directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot is a digital advertisement for Eagles Corps International, promoting consignments for their December Militaria Auction. The ad highlights a 0% seller fee/commission charge, fast payout, professional service, and free appraisals. It encourages potential sellers to 'Submit Today' via their website, Eaglescorpsconsign.com. The design features a dark background with prominent gold and white text for key information.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.063Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$10 - $20","currency":"USD","id":26068,"estimateMin":10},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25602/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25602/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25602/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25602/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25602/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25602/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25602/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25602/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii 82nd airborne / 504th pir devils in baggy pants insignia & sweetheart group (8pc). wwii 82nd airborne division and 504th parachute infantry regiment insignia and homefront sweetheart grouping (8 pieces) - gemsco sterling jump wings, a numbered 504th \"d\" company crossed-rifles collar device, and a matched pair of enameled 82nd airborne aa brooches. this compact but well-rounded lot brings together the field insignia and civilian keepsakes associated with the 82nd airborne division's storied 504th parachute infantry regiment. no individually named recipient or biographical file accompanies the grouping; its documented connection is to the regiment and division rather than to a single identified soldier, and the presence of both full-size and miniature sweetheart-scale duplicates strongly suggests a paired set - one piece worn by the trooper, its smaller twin worn at home by a wife, mother, or sweetheart. activated 1 may 1942 and assigned to the 82nd airborne that august, the 504th pir fought across the mediterranean and northwest european theaters, jumping into sicily and salerno before holding the anzio beachhead against relentless german counterattack - fighting so fierce that german radio propaganda dubbed the regiment's paratroopers the \"devils in baggy pants, \" a name the unit wore with pride ever after. held in reserve during normandy, the regiment returned to combat for operation market garden in september 1944, its 3rd battalion spearheading the daylight assault crossing of the waal river at nijmegen in improvised canvas boats under withering fire, one of the most celebrated small-unit actions of the airborne war. the crossed u.s. and french flags lapel pin in this lot echoes the liberation-era sentiment common to veterans and families of units that fought across france that autumn. the full-size parachutist badge is die-struck clutch-back sterling silver, reverse-marked gemsco sterling, with light expected tarnish. a smaller sweetheart-scale parachutist wing, pinback-mounted and unmarked, mirrors the larger badge in miniature. the officer's gilt crossed-rifles 504th infantry collar insignia bears an applied \"504\" numeral above the crossed muskets and a small \"d\" company designator, retaining its pin posts. a pair of cut-out embroidered blue-and-white airborne shoulder arc tabs show differing curvature, with edge fraying and thread loss most pronounced on the lower example. a matched pair of larger enameled 82nd airborne distinctive insignia sweetheart brooches - red, white, and blue shield form with airborne arc and aa monogram - remain pinback-mounted with bright, intact enamel. a miniature version of the same design, its base marked \"82nd div.\" and reverse indistinctly stamped ending in sterling, and a separate enameled crossed u.s./french flags pin round out the group. condition throughout is good to very good for age: the sterling wings show only light surface tarnish; the embroidered tabs exhibit honest fraying and loss along their edges; the enameled pieces retain strong, glossy color with minor surface scuffing and reverse-side oxidation typical of seventy-plus years. all pin backs, clutch fasteners, and closures remain intact and functional. no case or accompanying paper is present. a tightly assembled 504th pir grouping pairing hard-worn paratrooper insignia with the sweetheart jewelry that carried the memory of the devils in baggy pants back to the home front."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"28","title":{"en":"wwii 82nd airborne / 504th pir devils in baggy"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25602/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a collection of World War II 82nd Airborne and 504th PIR ('Devils in Baggy Pants') insignia. The items are military badges and patches, including several silver-toned metal jump wings depicting parachutes, and fabric 'AIRBORNE' shoulder tabs in blue with white lettering. Also present are multiple red and blue enameled badges with 'AIRBORNE' text and 'AP' insignia, alongside a gold-toned '504' numeral over crossed rifles. The collection represents various elements of uniform ornamentation for these specific WWII airborne units.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:24:36.015Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25602,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25603/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25603/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25603/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25603/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25603/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25603/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25603/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25603/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25603/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25603/020/020.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii 509th italian-made patch group - named (name to buyer). extremely rare world war ii 509th airborne italian-made patch group, named. the individual's name will be released to the buyer only, at family request. grouping presents period airborne / theater insignia consistent with a 509th-related italian-made set as shown, together with related smalls visible in the photos. sold with the naming caveat as stated. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"29","title":{"en":"wwii 509th italian-made patch group - named (name"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25603/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot is a group of World War II 509th Italian-made patches and a songbook, described as 'named.' The collection includes embroidered fabric patches: a red 'PARACHUTE' tab, and a red and blue patch with a large white 'A' and the number '5.' Also present are two metal jump wings, one dark-toned with a parachute on an oval, and another smaller, solid dark-toned parachute design. A significant textual item is 'The Charlie Song Book: Primitive Songs for Primitive Men,' a printed booklet with a woodcut-style illustration on the cover, dedicated to loved ones, suggesting a personal item from the WWII period.","soldPrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:25:48.679Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,000 - $3,000","currency":"USD","id":25603,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25604/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25604/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25604/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25604/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25604/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25604/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25604/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25604/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25604/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25604/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25604/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25604/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25604/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25604/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25604/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25604/016/016.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army patch silk blanket / quilt - 113 patches, many rare. fantastic world war ii u.s. army souvenir patch silk blanket / quilt displaying approximately 113 shoulder sleeve insignia, including many scarce examples. large khaki quilted display with satin border treatment; patches stitched into grid squares. visible types commonly include airborne, armored, infantry divisions, armies/corps, and theater commands. exact identification of every patch is left to the buyer from the photos. a striking wall or table display of wwii unit heraldry. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"30","title":{"en":"wwii u.s. army patch silk blanket / quilt - 113"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25604/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII U.S. Army patch silk blanket or quilt. It features a diverse collection of military insignia, specifically U.S. Army unit patches, arranged in a grid pattern. The blanket is made from fabric, with various embroidered patches sewn onto a tan background, bordered by a purple satin-like trim. Each patch represents a different unit or branch, making it a unique textile artifact from the World War II era. It showcases a wide array of colorful designs and symbols characteristic of U.S. Army military heraldry.","soldPrice":425,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:26:28.305Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25604,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25605/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25605/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25605/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25605/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25605/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25605/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25605/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25605/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25605/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"named wwii gi group: nolan dog tags, engraved nassau watch & 10k/14k legion pins. wwii u.s. army named identification and personal effects grouping to joseph j. nolan, asn 32227442 - notched dog tags, a personally engraved nassau wristwatch, a monogrammed tie clasp, and postwar 10k and 14k gold american legion tenure pins. this lot preserves the identity and later civic life of an enlisted soldier named joseph j. nolan. his army serial number, prefixed '32,' places his induction within the second corps area, which processed enlisted men from new york, new jersey, and delaware. no separate published biography for mr. nolan has been located; his record here rests in the objects themselves - the steel he wore in service and the gold he earned decades later. the pair of notched stainless steel dog tags follow the standard configuration adopted army-wide in 1943: surname and initial, service number, tetanus inoculation code 't44 43,' blood type 'ab, ' and religious designation 'c' for catholic - a format designed to speed battlefield medical treatment and evacuation. consistent with common wartime practice, nolan also had his personal wristwatch engraved with his name and serial number, both as a theft deterrent and a secondary means of identification should tags be lost. after his discharge, nolan's connection to service continued through the american legion, founded in 1919 for veterans of the nation's wars; his 25- and 30-year tenure pins document sustained membership stretching from the immediate postwar years into at least the 1970s, a quieter but genuine record of a life shaped by service. the grouping is led by a vintage nassau cushion-case wristwatch, its yellowed dial signed 'nassau' with a red-tipped seconds hand, the stainless caseback hand-engraved in period script 'joseph j. nolan / 32227442'; case wear and light oxidation are noted at the lugs, and the leather strap is aged and crazed, with movement functionality unverified. the two dog tags are die-stamped 'nolan joseph j., ' '32227442,' 't44 43 ab, ' and 'c, ' strung on their original ball chain with light service patina. the 10k yellow gold and blue enamel american legion '30 year member' screw-back pin is backmarked '10k, ' 'pat. de. 54296,' and 'lb bco' for l.g. balfour company, its clutch stamped '1/20 10k gold filled.' a companion 14k yellow gold and enamel '25 year member' pin carries the same patent design number on its reverse. additional items include a smaller enamel legion lapel tack, an original carded 'official gold plated emblem' legion pin with age-toned card, and a nickel-finish tie clasp bearing a dangling 'jjn' monogram fob on a chain. condition overall is good to very good: the tags and chain show light handling wear typical of military issue, the gold pins retain bright, undamaged enamel with fully functional threaded posts, and the tie clasp shows minor surface tarnish. gold content and weight are unverified beyond the maker's stamped karat marks. a tightly named veteran's grouping - dog tags, a personally engraved timepiece, and decades of legion service pins - that together trace one soldier's identity from wartime issue through a lifetime of remembrance."},"estimateMax":1200,"lotNumber":"31","title":{"en":"named wwii gi group: nolan dog tags, engraved"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25605/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a named WWII U.S. GI group of personal effects belonging to 'NOLAN JOSEPH J.'. The collection includes two engraved metal dog tags, a wristwatch with a dark leather strap and a yellow-faced dial, and a tie clip with chain. Also included are three small uniform pins, possibly gold-plated emblems, two of which are identical, and one official 'Gold Plated Emblem' in its original packaging. This group provides a glimpse into the personal items carried by a specific American soldier during World War II.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:27:28.300Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $1,200","currency":"USD","id":25605,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25606/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25606/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii airborne patch & oval group - 82nd hq artillery, 511th, 504th, glider command. group of wwii-style airborne cloth insignia: airborne command shield ssi with glider/parachute devices and airborne tab; circular glider-and-parachute and parachute garrison-cap patches; and five jump-wing background ovals in varied color combinations. minor edge fray. no veteran name present. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"32","title":{"en":"wwii airborne patch & oval group - 82nd hq"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25606/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of a group of WWII U.S. Airborne cloth insignia. The collection features eight embroidered patches, including a central red shield-shaped patch with 'AIRBORNE' text, an airplane, and a parachute. Surrounding this are several oval-shaped patches in various colors like red, blue, green, and yellow, and two circular patches depicting parachutes. The group includes insignia specifically associated with the 82nd Headquarters, reflecting military unit identification from the World War II period.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:28:26.980Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$90 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25606,"estimateMin":90},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25607/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25607/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii airborne patches and ovals - 541st, 511th, 82nd. thirteen airborne cloth pieces including ssi for 82nd airborne, 101st airborne (\"screaming eagle\"), 11th airborne, 13th airborne (winged unicorn), xviii airborne corps-style dragon head, and a red glider/parachute shield with airborne tabs; two blue/red combined parachute-and-glider cap patches; and several jump ovals (including green-border light-center pairs and others). clean faces with crisp embroidery as shown. no veteran name present. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"33","title":{"en":"wwii airborne patches and ovals - 541st, 511th"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25607/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a group of WWII U.S. Airborne patches and ovals, specifically including insignia from the 541st and 511th units. The collection comprises fourteen embroidered cloth patches in various shapes and colors. Notable designs include shield-shaped patches with 'AIRBORNE' text, a winged eagle with '11', an eagle's head, and a unicorn. There are also several oval-shaped patches and circular patches depicting parachutes, all indicative of U.S. military Airborne forces from the World War II era.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:29:10.190Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25607,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25608/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25608/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"choice wwii us airborne cloth insignia group: cap patch, ovals & hbt jump wing, 7 pcs. a seven-piece grouping of us army airborne cloth insignia spanning wwii through the early post-war era - a maroon parachute infantry cap patch, five oval background trimmings (three bearing directly embroidered jump wings), and a jump wing worked onto an olive-drab herringbone twill combat panel. this lot brings together a representative cross-section of the insignia worn by american paratroopers and glidermen in the years the airborne command was standing up its parachute infantry, glider infantry, field artillery, and airborne engineer regiments. no individual recipient or unit is named on any piece, and no biography or provenance accompanies the group; a separate cataloguer note referencing 502nd/101st pathfinder negatives pictured elsewhere in this sale does not pertain to the insignia offered here. the appeal of the lot lies in the range of manufacture and application rather than a documented personal history. when the first parachute infantry battalions were organized in 1941, the war department authorized a maroon wool disc bearing a white embroidered parachute for wear on the overseas garrison cap - the earliest and most recognizable piece of airborne insignia, represented here in classic form. as parachute, glider, artillery, and engineer airborne units multiplied through 1942-44, colored oval \"background trimmings\" came into use behind the metal parachutist badge, their color and border combinations distinguishing branch and, in theater practice, sometimes specific regiments; blue-bordered, red/maroon, and light-blue-centered examples all appear among the pieces offered. where a separately affixed metal badge was impractical - particularly on herringbone twill fatigues worn in training and combat-zone duty - troopers or unit tailors had jump wings embroidered directly onto the work uniform or a cloth tape, a field expedient represented here by the od hbt panel and a small rectangular tape fragment, both scarcer survivors of everyday wear rather than dress-uniform issue. the cap patch is a maroon wool disc with a white embroidered parachute and worn edge binding. three ovals carry jump wings embroidered directly into the backing fabric rather than fitted for a separate metal badge: one on a blue-bordered oval, one on a red/maroon oval with scalloped white-and-red border, and one worked onto a small rectangular od tape now largely worn through to its backing. a fourth wing is embroidered onto an olive-drab herringbone twill panel, evidently cut from a combat fatigue jacket or shirt. the remaining plain ovals comprise a light-blue-center example with white and dark-green borders and a maroon oval with a maroon outer edge and gauze-like reverse. condition throughout is honest and service-worn, consistent with period removal from uniforms: expect age toning, loose threads, edge fraying, and visible snow/cheesecloth backing to the reverse of several pieces; the rectangular tape and one red oval show notable backing loss and heavier fraying. no modern synthetic or fluorescing backing material is present, and construction throughout is consistent with period production. a well-rounded run of genuine wwii airborne cloth insignia, pairing the iconic parachute cap patch with scarcer field-expedient combat-twill and tape-mounted jump wings in a single lot."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"34","title":{"en":"choice wwii us airborne cloth insignia group: cap"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25608/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot offers a choice group of WWII U.S. Airborne cloth insignia. It includes seven embroidered fabric patches, primarily featuring parachute designs. There are oval-shaped patches in blue, red, and green, some with central parachute emblems. Also included are rectangular patches, one specifically identified as a 'cap' insignia, depicting detailed parachutes. These patches represent military rank, unit, or skill badges from the World War II period, associated with U.S. Airborne forces.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:29:41.881Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25608,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25609/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25609/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25609/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25609/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25609/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25609/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25609/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25609/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25609/018/018.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. photo and negative group - d-day pathfiners. group of wwii-period u.s. military photographs and negatives: group portrait in front of a c-47 marked \"19\" with handwritten notations \"mac tavish\" (arrow) and \"q. parks\"; 101st airborne pathfinder photo and negative lot"},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"34A","title":{"en":"wwii u.s. 101st pathfinder photo and negative group - d-day"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25609/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a group of black and white photographic materials from WWII, specifically related to the U.S. 101st Pathfinder unit and D-Day. It includes an original photograph depicting a group of soldiers, likely the pathfinders, posing with what appears to be an aircraft in the background. Accompanying the photo is a collection of negatives, several of which show similar group portraits of soldiers. The images capture military personnel and equipment from the World War II era, providing a historical record of this significant period and unit.","soldPrice":450,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:30:29.367Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25609,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25610/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25610/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"three wwii embroidered patches: two china-burma-india (cbi) theater ssi (sun and star over red/white stripes; one with dark staining on blue field); and a circular 5th liaison squadron (usaaf) patch with diving hawk/eagle, message capsule, and motto scroll \"vincit qui primum gerit.\" minor edge wear. no veteran name present. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":100,"lotNumber":"35","title":{"en":"wwii cbi patches and troop carrier command patch"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25610/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises WWII U.S. military cloth patches, specifically two CBI (China-Burma-India) patches and one Troop Carrier Command patch. The two CBI patches are shield-shaped with a design featuring a blue field with a white star and a sun symbol, above red and white vertical stripes, resembling an American flag. The third patch is circular with a blue background, depicting a yellow eagle carrying a banner with Latin text, \"VICTUS QUI PATITUR.\" These embroidered patches are examples of U.S. military insignia from the World War II period.","soldPrice":45,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:32:11.628Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$60 - $100","currency":"USD","id":25610,"estimateMin":60},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25611/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25611/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25611/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf wing group with field-repaired utica wing. four u.s. army air forces-period metal insignia: cutout gold-tone winged propeller branch insignia; matching brass winged-propeller collar disk; brass \"u.s.\" enlisted collar disk; and silver-tone air crew wings with great seal central medallion showing heavy dark patina. no names or reverse marks visible in the photo. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":100,"lotNumber":"36","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf wing group with field-repaired utica"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25611/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a WWII USAAF (United States Army Air Forces) wing group, including a field-repaired Utica piece. The group consists of four metal insignia, likely brass or silver-toned. Visible items include a large pair of pilot wings with a central U.S. Great Seal emblem, a smaller single-propeller wing, a circular pin with an airplane propeller design, and a circular button with 'US' embossed. These items represent various pilot or aircrew badges and uniform buttons from the World War II era.","soldPrice":30,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:33:04.626Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$70 - $100","currency":"USD","id":25611,"estimateMin":70},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25612/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25612/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25612/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii british campaign stars, war medal & re/ramc cap badges plus buttons. an unnamed group of three 1939-1945 stars and a 1939-1945 war medal, together with royal engineers and royal army medical corps cap badges, an empire day medalet, and a quantity of british military and livery buttons. this assembled lot brings together the standard suite of british and commonwealth second world war campaign awards alongside a broader collection of branch insignia and dress buttons. the medals as issued from the royal mint were left unnamed to the vast majority of recipients, and no citation, service record, or attributable recipient accompanies this material; the interest here lies in the range of badges and buttons rather than any single documented action. the 1939-1945 star recognized qualifying periods of operational service in the various theatres of the war, while the war medal 1939-1945 was awarded for a minimum of 28 days' full-time service between september 1939 and september 1945 across the armed forces. the royal engineers badge, bearing the king george vi cypher within a crowned laurel wreath, and the royal army medical corps badge, with its central serpent-and-staff device set within an eight-pointed star, point toward the technical and support branches whose sappers and medical personnel served in every theatre of the conflict. the small empire day (24 may) medalet reflects an earlier, edwardian-era civic tradition of marking the annual celebration of the british empire, and its inclusion here broadens the lot's scope beyond the war years proper. the three bronze 1939-1945 stars retain their characteristic pierced grvi cypher and six-pointed form, each suspended from the dark-blue, red, and light-blue shot-silk ribbon proper to the award; two show notable ribbon fraying, soiling, and adhesive residue at the top, consistent with prior mounting for display. the cupro-nickel war medal bears the crowned effigy of george vi on the obverse and the lion-trampling-dragon reverse, on its red-white-and-blue striped ribbon, and appears mounted with a portion of a second medal or a ribbon bar bracket visible in the photographs. the ramc and royal engineers badges are brass, crowned, and show the wear expected of worn insignia. a small pierced-star pin, tentatively associated with a thistle-pattern collar device, is mounted on a stick fitting. the remainder of the lot comprises roughly two dozen brass and gilt buttons of royal navy anchor, royal arms lion-and-unicorn, lyre (bandsman's), and general-service pattern, plus assorted plain and livery types, alongside the empire day medalet on its tricolor ribbon. condition throughout is fair to good for age, with toning, verdigris, and handling wear on the buttons and badges, ribbon damage as noted on two stars, and edge patina on the medalet. a wide-ranging estate grouping of standard wwii british campaign medals and branch insignia, offered together as assembled."},"estimateMax":110,"lotNumber":"37","title":{"en":"wwii british campaign stars, war medal & re/ramc"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25612/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a collection of WWII British campaign stars, a war medal, and various regimental insignia from units such as RE/RAMC. The group consists of numerous gold-toned metal buttons and cap badges, many featuring crowns and royal ciphers. Also included are four medals, three of which are bronze campaign stars with patriotic ribbons (red, white, and blue stripes), and one silver war medal with a portrait of King George VI, also with a multi-striped ribbon. These items represent military awards and uniform accoutrements from the British forces during World War II.","soldPrice":25,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:33:48.610Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$60 - $110","currency":"USD","id":25612,"estimateMin":60},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25613/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25613/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25613/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25613/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii british st john ambulance association medals - two named. four british first-aid service pieces: silver-tone st john ambulance brigade badge with maltese cross and scroll; two bronze/gilt st john ambulance association cross medals with suspension rings; and an oval british red cross / order of st john badge combining greek and maltese crosses. light patina. no recipient names or dates readable on the fronts. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":80,"lotNumber":"38","title":{"en":"wwii british st john ambulance association medals"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25613/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot offers a group of WWII British St. John Ambulance Association medals and insignia. The collection includes one silver-toned cap badge featuring the St. John Maltese cross emblem surrounded by text 'ST. JOHN AMBULANCE ASSOCIATION BRIGADE'. Additionally, there are two gold-toned pendant medals, also with the St. John Maltese cross and text, along with a larger oval-shaped gold-toned medal for the 'BRITISH RED CROSS ORDER OF ST. JOHN'. These items reflect the wartime service of medical and ambulance personnel in Britain during World War II.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.065Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $80","currency":"USD","id":25613,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25614/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25614/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"reproduction aviation wings - suitable for reenactment. twelve aviation insignia: embroidered king's crown cloth pilot wings for rnzaf (nz), raf (pair), rfc (khaki backing), and raaf; plus seven silver-tone u.s.-style metal wings including liaison pilot (\"l\"), bombardier (bomb device), service pilot (\"s\"), parachutist wings, and other pilot/aircrew variants. cloth embroidery clean; metal with age toning. no names on fronts. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":120,"lotNumber":"39","title":{"en":"reproduction aviation wings - suitable for"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25614/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a collection of reproduction aviation wings, suitable for costume or display. The group includes various designs, some featuring crowns, letters like 'RAF', 'RFC', 'NZ', 'L', 'H', 'S', and stylized eagles or crests. Materials appear to be a mix of embroidered fabric patches and metal pins, showcasing different forms of aviator insignia. These items represent various historical or fictional air force affiliations, likely from the mid-20th century era. Notable visual features include the detailed stitching on the fabric patches and the metallic sheen of the pin-back wings.","soldPrice":40,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:35:04.271Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - $120","currency":"USD","id":25614,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25615/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25615/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25615/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25615/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii british raf / rcaf / raaf wings set with case. shadowbox display of twelve king's crown embroidered aircrew brevets: raf and raaf full pilot wings; rcaf and raf half-wings including wireless air gunner (wag), air gunner (ag), navigator (n), flight engineer (e), bomb aimer (b), and observer (o) types as marked. housed in a black frame with white pad. minor age discoloration to embroidery. no named attribution on the display. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"40","title":{"en":"wwii british raf / rcaf / raaf wings set with"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25615/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a set of WWII British RAF, RCAF, and RAAF wings. The collection consists of embroidered fabric patches, likely made of thread on a fabric backing. Each patch features a winged design, often incorporating a crown and acronyms such as 'RAF', 'RCAF', 'RAAF', and additional letters like 'WAG', 'N', 'AG', 'E', 'B', 'O'. These patches are typical of military insignia, dating to the World War II period and would have been worn on uniforms. The items are presented in a display box, suggesting they are preserved for collecting or exhibition.","soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:35:43.836Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25615,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25616/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25616/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25616/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25616/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii named pilot wing group - capt. joe keith, air corps. this jewelry and wings group is named to joe h. keith. engraved identification pieces include a gold-tone expandable bracelet reading \"joe h. keith / u.s.a.a.c.\" with small pilot wings motif; a silver curb-link bracelet engraved \"joe h. keith capt. a.c.\"; and a silver curb-link bracelet engraved \"joe h. keith\" in script. accompanied by three silver-tone pilot badges: senior pilot (star above shield), full-size pilot, and a smaller shirt/sweetheart-size pilot. specific unit and theater are not identified from these pieces. age toning/wear. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"41","title":{"en":"wwii named pilot wing group - capt. joe keith"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25616/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot is a WWII named pilot wing group belonging to Capt. Joe Keith, featuring three metal aviation wings and two named identification bracelets. The wings are likely made of sterling silver or another polished metal, one featuring a star above a shield and wings, and the others displaying an eagle atop a shield with wings. The bracelets, one gold-toned and one silver-toned chain with a plaque, are inscribed with 'Joe H. Keith' or 'Joe H. Keith Capt. Ag', indicating personal military effects from the WWII era. The pieces collectively represent a specific pilot's service and memorabilia.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:36:15.264Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25616,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25617/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25617/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25617/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"named wwii aaf grouping: sgt. david beiter, 586th engineer sq, asiatic-pacific theater. named wwii usaaf dog-tag and discharge grouping to sgt. david l. beiter, classification specialist with the 586th engineer squadron, 73rd air service group, asiatic-pacific theater, together with a second set of tags to james a. foster jr. and later confederate air force ephemera. this lot centers on sgt. david l. beiter (asn 12 081 129), who enlisted at buffalo, ny on 29 may 1942 and served overseas in the asiatic-pacific theater from 16 march to 14 december 1945 before being honorably discharged at fort dix, nj on 31 december 1945. his laminated wd ago form 53-55 enlisted record and report of separation records his unit as the 586th engineer squadron, 73rd air service group, his military occupational specialty as classification specialist (mos 275), and his awards as the american service medal, asiatic-pacific service medal, and world war ii victory medal. the card further confirms issuance of the honorable-discharge \"ruptured duck\" lapel button. no separate published biography for beiter has been located, so this narrative rests on the surviving official paperwork and his personal effects; the record identifies him as ground-echelon administrative personnel rather than aircrew, and neither the discharge card nor his later caf wings should be read as evidence of wartime flying duty. the 73rd air service group provided engineering, supply, and administrative support to usaaf units in the pacific during the final year of the war against japan - essential but unglamorous work that kept forward air operations running. beiter's own tour, per his separation record, ran from his departure for the asiatic-pacific theater in march 1945 through his return stateside in december 1945, placing his service within the closing pacific campaigns and the early post-surrender occupation period. a second, related pair of dog tags in the lot is stamped for james a. foster jr. (asn 32 836 267); the connection between the two men is not documented in the accompanying paperwork, but the matching notch-stamp format and the tags' having been kept together suggest they were retained as a memento of shared service or comradeship. the grouping comprises two notched steel dog tags for david l. beiter, stamped \"david l. beiter 12081129 t42 43 ab p, \" each on its original ball chain; two additional notched tags for james a. foster jr., stamped \"foster, james a. jr. 32836267 t43 44 a p\"; the laminated wd ago form 53-55 separation card for beiter, complete with thumbprint and personal data; a gilt brass wwii honorable-discharge \"ruptured duck\" lapel pin; and a leather flight-jacket-style name tag reading \"david l. beiter col caf\" beneath printed ghost squadron wings. rounding out the lot is a 1984 confederate air force \"airsho 84\" registrant celluloid pinback button, documenting beiter's postwar involvement with the caf (now the commemorative air force), the volunteer organization devoted to flying and preserving historic combat aircraft - evidence that his interest in military aviation endured long after his 1945 discharge. condition is very good throughout: the dog tags and chains show only light handling wear and minor surface scratches; the laminated discharge card is intact with expected age-toning; the ruptured duck pin retains most of its gilt finish with light reverse oxidation; and the caf name tag and 1984 button are well preserved with minimal wear. a tangible, well-documented named grouping linking a pacific-theater ground-support serviceman's wwii paperwork and tags to a lifelong postwar devotion to military aviation history."},"estimateMax":130,"lotNumber":"42","title":{"en":"named wwii aaf grouping: sgt. david beiter, 586th"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25617/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a named WWII AAF grouping belonging to Sgt. David Beiter of the 586th. It includes a black leather-like patch with a winged emblem and 'DAVID L. BEITER COL CAF' in white text, and a gold-toned metal eagle emblem. Also present are three sets of silver-toned metal dog tags on ball chains, embossed with identification details. A paper document with printed text and a \"Confederate Air Force Registrant Airsho 84\" pin are also included. This grouping combines personal military identification and memorabilia, spanning the WWII era and later reenactment or historical association.","soldPrice":35,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:37:04.456Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$70 - $130","currency":"USD","id":25617,"estimateMin":70},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25618/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25618/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf squadron insignia trio: thunderbird, bear & film-reel courier. group of three (3) wwii-period printed cloth squadron insignia roundels - a stylized thunderbird-over-bomb design, a bear silhouette walking against clouds and terrain, and a running courier figure framed within a motion-picture filmstrip border - american, circa 1941-1945. this lot brings together a trio of unattributed but visually striking army air forces-style unit insignia, of the type produced during the second world war for flight jackets, ready rooms, and squadron records. no published squadron history has been located for any of the three designs, and none bear a printed unit designation, so their exact organizational attribution cannot be confirmed; however, the iconography is entirely consistent with known wartime patterns. the stylized thunderbird poised over an aerial bomb, its wings rendered as zigzag lightning bolts, recalls heraldic shorthand favored by bombardment and pursuit squadrons. the bear silhouette set against a cloudbank or icy terrain is strongly reminiscent of insignia adopted by squadrons associated with alaska and the aleutians, where bear and arctic motifs were popular unofficial unit symbols during the aleutian islands campaign. the running courier, satchel in hand and framed by sprocket-style film perforations, is a motif closely associated with combat camera units and photographic reconnaissance or courier-pilot detachments, whose insignia often incorporated cinematic imagery to signal a mission of ferrying film and intelligence between echelons. during the war, squadron art was created both officially and informally - sometimes by professional studios such as disney or warner bros., sometimes by servicemen themselves - and rendered variously as embroidered patches, hand-painted leather roundels, or lightweight screen-printed cloth proofs intended for flight gear, ready-room display boards, or as printer's strike-offs. the present group appears to be of this latter printed-proof type rather than conventional embroidered patches. each roundel is executed in bold black-and-cream contrast on a firm, felt-like ground with a raw-cut edge. the thunderbird design shows crisp geometric linework within a double-ringed border; the bear design presents a naturalistic silhouette against a cloud-and-landscape field bounded by a plain circular edge; the courier design is the most elaborate of the three, its figure running within a ring styled as sprocketed motion-picture film. all three retain a visible perimeter of fine stitching perforations along the raw-cut edge, indicating prior attachment to a display board or garment, with light backing residue and scattered pink/red pigment transfer noted on the reverse of each; no maker's mark or unit designation is visible on any reverse. surfaces remain clean overall with strong contrast and only minor edge wear; reverses show generalized toning and light creasing, none of it intrusive to the printed faces. no case, mounting board, or accompanying paperwork is present in the lot. a visually arresting trio of unattributed wwii army air forces squadron insignia - thunderbird, arctic bear, and film-reel courier - each a small, evocative window into the graphic culture of the wartime air arm."},"estimateMax":120,"lotNumber":"43","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf squadron insignia trio: thunderbird"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25618/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a trio of WWII USAAF squadron insignia patches, circular in shape with black and white designs. The patches are made of fabric or paper-backed material, depicting distinct motifs. One patch shows a Thunderbird, another an animal resembling a bear in a landscape, and the third a running figure with a hat and a trailing element. These round insignias are likely squadron patches, used by the United States Army Air Forces during World War II, signifying unit identity.","soldPrice":30,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:38:00.354Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$70 - $120","currency":"USD","id":25618,"estimateMin":70},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25619/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25619/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"scarce eto: waco cg-4a glider skin fragment & marked tags, operation dragoon 1944. waco cg-4a combat-glider plywood skin fragment together with two stamped composite tags marked \"gk 32e-21087-k, \" accompanied by a period-style handwritten collector's note identifying the pieces as recovered from the landing zones of operation dragoon, southern france, 15 august 1944. this small but evocative lot preserves physical fragments said to derive from the cg-4a glider fleet that carried elements of the 1st airborne task force into provence during the opening hours of operation dragoon. the attribution rests on an accompanying glassine sleeve bearing an ink notation reading \"waco cg-4a, parts found in southern france, operation dragoon, august 15, 1944.\" no independent recovery record, unit history, or provenance chain beyond this collector's note has been located, and the lot is offered on the strength of that notation together with the physical character of the relic material itself. designed by the waco aircraft company and built under license by roughly sixteen subcontractors nationwide, the cg-4a was the principal american troop-and-cargo glider of world war ii - a steel-tube fuselage skinned largely in fabric and plywood, prized for its ability to deliver infantry and light equipment into terrain no powered aircraft could reach, but correspondingly fragile on rough landing grounds. on the morning of 15 august 1944, hundreds of cg-4as and british horsas set down glider infantry and artillery of the 1st airborne task force near le muy, seizing key roads and high ground ahead of the seaborne assault on the riviera coast. losses among the gliders that day were heavy, with many airframes shattered on impact or cannibalized afterward for salvage, a circumstance that gave rise to the modest but persistent relic trade in genuine cg-4a fragments recovered from the dragoon landing fields. the plywood section is irregularly and jaggedly fractured along every edge, consistent with battlefield recovery rather than deliberate cutting, its surface discolored, weathered, and showing lifted grain typical of long exposure. the two narrow composite tags - likely phenolic or laminated shim material, each pierced with a mounting hole at both ends - carry the die-stamped part number \"gk 32e-21087-k\"; the marking is crisp and fully legible on one tag, with the impression on the second somewhat softer but consistent with the same stamping. such part markings identify a subcontractor or component-tracking code typical of wartime glider manufacture and do not by themselves establish a specific maker. the lot comprises the plywood fragment, the two stamped tags, and the original glassine sleeve with the handwritten collector's identification of find-site and date. condition throughout is consistent with genuine ground recovery: the wood is broken, discolored, and grain-lifted at the edges, while the tags show light scuffing, fine crazing, and ingrained dirt without loss of legibility; the note sleeve shows expected creasing and handling wear. as with most surviving cg-4a material, no museum deaccession paperwork accompanies the piece. a modest but tangible relic tying shattered glider plywood and its marked hardware to the fields above le muy and the opening drop of operation dragoon."},"estimateMax":140,"lotNumber":"44","title":{"en":"scarce eto: waco cg-4a glider skin fragment &"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25619/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot includes a scarce ETO Waco CG-4A glider skin fragment and identification tags. The fragment is a piece of reddish-brown material, possibly wood or composite, showing wear and striations. Accompanying it are two small, rectangular metal tags with punched numbers and letters, 'CK 32E-21087-A' and 'CK 32E-21087-C'. A handwritten note states the parts were \"Found in Southern France Operation Dragoon. August 15, 1944.\" This grouping represents a tangible piece of WWII history from the European Theater of Operations, specifically related to the Waco CG-4A glider used in the D-Day landings.","soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:39:46.167Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $140","currency":"USD","id":25619,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25620/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25620/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25620/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25620/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25620/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25620/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25620/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25620/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25620/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25620/010/010.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"rare eto: 474th aaa aw bn insignia group, di pair & battery d photo, 1943. an original embroidered shoulder sleeve insignia, a matched pair of painted distinctive unit insignia (di) crests, and a titled panoramic unit photograph of the 474th antiaircraft artillery automatic weapons battalion (self-propelled), the print captioned in the negative battery \"d\" 474th a.a.a. a.w. bn., may 1943. this grouping brings together one of the most sought-after shoulder sleeve insignia in american world war ii collecting with a dated, unit-titled photograph of the battery that wore it - the kind of documentary anchor that advanced patch collectors prize. no individual soldier in the photograph is identified as the owner of the insignia, and the pieces are offered together as a single-consignment lot rather than as an attributed grouping to one named man. the 474th aaa aw bn (sp) was among the most active self-propelled antiaircraft battalions in the european theater, fielding m16 and m15 half-tracks bristling with quadruple .50 caliber machine guns and 37mm autocannons to provide mobile, high-volume air defense for infantry and armored columns on the move. elements of the battalion came ashore at utah beach on d-day, 6 june 1944, and the unit went on to support vii corps and the 101st airborne division through the normandy breakout, the pursuit across france, and the battle of the bulge. the may 1943 photograph predates all of this by more than a year, capturing battery d in garrison - likely stateside or in early training - well before the battalion's combat record was written. the insignia's design, a clenched fist crushing two diving enemy aircraft above a green m16 half-track on a red and yellow ground split by a stylized bolt, is a rare instance of a unit crest depicting its own signature weapon system, and that visual immediacy has long earned it a place among the asmic-recognized rarest and most desirable american divisional and battalion patches of the war. the embroidered shield is worked in red, yellow, and green thread on a twill ground, showing the fist-and-aircraft device above the half-track; the reverse confirms hand embroidery and heavy fraying along the outer edge with notable stitch loss at the shoulders. the two smaller painted brass di crests repeat the design in enamel-type paint over cast metal, each fitted with a vertical pinback catch; one crest shows scattered paint loss and crazing to the yellow upper field, the other lighter surface wear. the panoramic photograph presents battery d's full roster seated and standing before their barracks, with inset views of mess hall, barracks interior, and company street, the lower margin clearly captioned and dated. the lot comprises the single embroidered patch, the pair of di crests, and the one panoramic photograph - no additional insignia, paper, or named attribution accompanies the group. the patch exhibits heavy edge fraying and thread loss consistent with removal from a uniform, with the design itself remaining bold and complete. both di crests show honest handling wear and paint crazing, with one displaying more pronounced loss to the yellow field. the photograph has light waviness and edge wear but retains sharp contrast and fully legible titling. a scarce, asmic top 100 antiaircraft patch reunited with its matching crests and a dated 1943 battery photograph - a compelling single-consignment grouping for the advanced wwii insignia collector."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"45","title":{"en":"rare eto: 474th aaa aw bn insignia group, di pair"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25620/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This rare ETO lot features a 474th AAA AW BN insignia group, including a pair of DI (Distinctive Insignia) pins and a large panoramic photograph. The photograph depicts a military group in formation, likely the 474th AAA AW BN, surrounded by smaller contextual images of barracks and classrooms, dating to the WWII era. The DI pins are small, possibly enameled metal, depicting a shield with a red and green design. This collection provides both visual and tangible historical context for a specific military unit from the European Theater of Operations during WWII.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.068Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,000","currency":"USD","id":25620,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25621/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25621/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25621/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25621/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25621/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25621/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25621/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25621/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25621/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25621/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25621/011/011.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"eto 8th af b-24 bring-back group: tiny's tot photos, german map & paratrooper short snorter. a personal wartime archive from an american airman of the eighth air force in england, anchored by identification photographs of consolidated b-24 liberators 'tiny's tot' (251590) and 'the chiefton' (169), together with a frankfurt-printed ravenstein map of europe, brought-back german cloth insignia, and a signed allied military currency 'short snorter' inscribed 'paratrooper.' this lot preserves the kind of scrapbook-style archive commonly assembled by ground and air personnel stationed at heavy bomber airfields in wartime england. no individual biography or service record has been located for the original owner, and his story rests entirely in the photographs and souvenirs he chose to keep: a trio of unnamed young airmen posed for a formal portrait in service dress, informal snapshots of a bomber crew crowded around a cockpit, and images captioned 'somewhere in great britain.' the grouping is consistent with the mementos gathered by a serviceman attached to a heavy bombardment station during the eighth air force's campaign against occupied europe and the reich. the photographic material is the heart of the lot. a close identification view shows liberator tail number 251590, nicknamed 'tiny's tot, ' its checkerboard tail flash and national insignia clearly rendered beside the cockpit. a second liberator, marked '169' and named 'the chiefton, ' is shown with its crew posed before the nose art. a printed and censor-passed photograph captions an american red cross clubmobile 'somewhere in great britain' beneath the words 'mission completed, ' airmen and bicycles gathered beside a parked bomber - the image approved by u.s. army censors, eto, usa. a further photograph records rows of bomb-dump ordnance stacked along a muddy access road, evoking the daily rhythm of a bomber base between missions. among the souvenirs is ravensteins uebersichtskarte von europa, a commercial folding travel map at 1:8,500,000 scale, printed by ravensteins geographische verlagsanstalt und druckerei of frankfurt am main - the type of map an american serviceman might have picked up in occupied or defeated germany. cut german cloth insignia accompany it: a large swastika roundel, a smaller wehrmacht-style pip device, and a woven edelweiss-type badge, displayed alongside a woven usaaf shoulder-sleeve wing-and-star patch and an 83rd infantry division shoulder sleeve insignia. a one-mark allied military currency note, series 1944, bears period ink signatures including one reading 'paratrooper, ' identifying it as a classic short-snorter passed among servicemen. a humorous anti-axis matchbook cover, 'stamp 'em out!, ' caricatures the axis leaders as vermin, adding home-front propaganda flavor. also included: a eugene dietzgen co. celluloid protractor and a stitched brown leatherette-and-canvas map-case folder, both showing honest field wear. condition overall is fair to very good for wartime material - photographs show light silver mirroring, corner wear, and minor creasing; the ravenstein map has toned paper, cover tears, and handling creases; the amc note shows circulation folds and ink fading; cloth insignia show light fraying; and the folder has surface scuffing, edge chipping, and split seams. a visually rich and evocative eighth air force grouping - named liberator nose art, captured german ephemera, and a signed short snorter combining to tell one airman's story of the air war over europe."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"46","title":{"en":"eto 8th af b-24 bring-back group: tiny's tot"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25621/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This ETO 8th AF B-24 bring-back group features a collection of WWII memorabilia, including photographs, documents, patches, and a piece of fabric. The photographs depict military personnel, aircraft, and war scenes, likely from the European Theater of Operations. Among the items are a book titled \"Europa\" with a military aviation design, a swastika patch, an 8th Air Force patch, and other textual and pictorial ephemera. This diverse grouping offers a personal look at a B-24 airman's experiences and souvenirs from World War II.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:41:27.483Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25621,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25622/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25622/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25622/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25622/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25622/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25622/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25622/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25622/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25622/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25622/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25622/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25622/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25622/013/013.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii red ball express grouping - nathaniel singleton (b. 1924), 22nd quartermaster. world war ii red ball express grouping named to nathaniel singleton (born 1924): photographs, the pamphlet \"keep 'em rollin', \" and 22nd quartermaster-related material for this african american logistics veteran. the red ball express was the vital truck convoy system that supplied allied armies after the breakout from normandy in 1944. personal photo and paper archive as shown. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"47","title":{"en":"wwii red ball express grouping - nathaniel"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25622/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This WWII Red Ball Express grouping belonged to Nathaniel Singletary and includes photographs, an envelope, and military insignia. The collection features several black and white photographs of African American soldiers and women in uniform, typical of the WWII era. A handwritten envelope is addressed to \"Pvt. Nathaniel Singletary.\" The insignia consists of a uniform patch with a shield design, a set of campaign ribbons, and two gold-toned metal 'US' and eagle collar insignia. This lot provides personal and military context for an individual's service in the Red Ball Express during World War II.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:42:19.255Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25622,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25623/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25623/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25623/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25623/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25623/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii 48-star u.s. flag - indiana university, donated 1947, with letter. world war ii 48-star united states flag that hung at indiana university during the war. approximately 4.6 ft x 7.6 ft. donated in 1947; comes with letter. an impressive institutional-display flag with documented postwar donation. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":80,"lotNumber":"48","title":{"en":"wwii 48-star u.s. flag - indiana university"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25623/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a WWII 48-star U.S. flag, identified with Indiana University. The flag features 48 white stars arranged in rows on a blue canton, and thirteen alternating red and white stripes. Made of fabric, it shows signs of age and wear consistent with its historical period. The 48-star configuration was the official U.S. flag from 1912 to 1959, placing this particular flag firmly within the World War II era. Its association with Indiana University suggests a provenance related to wartime efforts or display at the institution.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:42:40.940Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $80","currency":"USD","id":25623,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25624/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25624/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25624/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25624/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25624/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25624/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii wings pilot observer aerial gunner lgb thick sterling all full size 3inch. four full-size silver-tone u.s. army air forces breast wings: aircrew-style with lined circular center; two pilot badges with central shield; and bombardier wings with vertical bomb device. age patina/tarnish throughout. no names or reverse marks visible in the photo. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"49","title":{"en":"wwii wings pilot observer aerial gunner lgb thick"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25624/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features four distinct WWII-era military aviation wings, representing pilot, observer, and aerial gunner roles. These badges are likely made of metal, exhibiting a silver-toned finish. Each piece depicts a central emblem flanked by outstretched wings, with variations including a plain circular emblem, a shield with vertical stripes, and a stylized bomb. The 'lgb thick' notation may refer to the gauge or material of the wings. These uniform insignia are notable for their varied designs indicating different specializations within military aviation.","soldPrice":225,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:43:29.187Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25624,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25625/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25625/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25625/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25625/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"juarez pattern. silver marked aaf air crew wings. 3in"},"estimateMax":100,"lotNumber":"50","title":{"en":"wwii theater-made silver usaaf aircrew wings"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25625/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a theater-made USAAF aircrew wings badge from World War II. Crafted from silver, it features a central shield with an eagle and stars, flanked by outstretched wings. The design signifies military aviation achievement and is characteristic of period-made insignia. Its construction suggests a handcrafted origin, likely produced in-theater during WWII. This piece is a collectible example of American military memorabilia from the mid-20th century.","soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:44:56.023Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$60 - $100","currency":"USD","id":25625,"estimateMin":60},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25626/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25626/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii british raf pilot's embroidered wing (brevet). embroidered raf pilot brevet on black wool/felt: cream \"raf\" monogram in brown laurel wreath under tudor (king's) crown, with outspread cream wings. light toning to embroidery; edge fray on backing. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":80,"lotNumber":"51","title":{"en":"wwii british raf pilot's embroidered wing"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25626/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII-era British Royal Air Force (RAF) pilot's embroidered wing badge. The badge is crafted from gold-colored thread forming stylized wings, with a central design featuring a crown above the 'RAF' initials, all set against a black fabric background with a dark border. This textile-based insignia would have been sewn onto a uniform. It is a notable example of military aviation regalia, specifically from the British Air Force during the Second World War.","soldPrice":45,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:46:07.313Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $80","currency":"USD","id":25626,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25627/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"a significant archive of five mounted service ribbon bars formerly the property of the legendary raf ace, air vice-marshal james edgar 'johnie' johnson. this collection comprises eighteen ribbon sections that map the distinguished career of one of the royal air force's most decorated fighter pilots. the bars include a distinguished flying cross ribbon with a second-award rosette, a 1939-1945 star bearing the battle of britain clasp rosette, and a bronze mention in despatches oak leaf, among other high-ranking campaign and service decorations. this lot consists of five separately mounted ribbon racks, ranging from a simple two-ribbon configuration to complex four-section bars. as a record of johnson's trajectory, these ribbons illustrate a career spanning the heat of the battle of britain, the intense air war over europe, and his subsequent long-term service. the presence of the battle of britain rosette-awarded only to aircrew who flew during that critical window between 10 july and 31 october 1940-is a poignant testament to his pivotal role during the defense of the united kingdom. the array is further augmented by ribbons for the air crew europe star, the africa star, the defence medal, the war medal, and various long-service and jubilee awards, all adhering to the strict order of official precedence required by raf protocol. each bar is professionally stitched edge-to-edge on buckram mounting strips in the standard british fashion. the physical condition is excellent for vintage textile stock, exhibiting only minor surface soiling and light edge fraying commensurate with operational wear; all metallic rosettes and the oak leaf emblem remain securely affixed. while no full-size medals or accompanying documents are present, the provenance of these ribbon bars as belonging to air vice-marshal johnson offers a rare, intimate connection to the equipment worn by the raf's highest-scoring western allied fighter ace of the second world war."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"52","title":{"en":"air vice-marshal johnie johnson's ribbon group"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25627/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a group of military ribbon bars belonging to Air Vice-Marshal Johnnie Johnson. The ribbons are made of woven fabric in various colors and patterns, including solid red, striped designs, and combinations of colors. Some bars feature small metal rosettes or emblems. These are uniform accessories, specifically military decorations representing various awards and campaigns. The group consists of multiple stacked bars, indicating a distinguished military career.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:47:22.294Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25627,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25628/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25628/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii polish air force pilot's badge, or 'gapa, ' british-made by firmin & sons of london - the distinguished insignia of the exiled polish airmen who continued the fight under royal air force command. this lot offers a single breast badge, the odznaka pilota, cast in the traditional diving-eagle form with the bird's beak clutching a laurel wreath and its wings swept back in flight. following the german invasion of poland and the fall of france, polish airmen reconstituted their forces in britain, flying with particular distinction during the battle of britain, where squadrons such as no. 303 compiled a formidable combat record. the polish government-in-exile contracted established british insignia firms, including firmin & sons, to strike the eagle badge to traditional polish specifications, incorporating its distinctive chain suspension designed to hook onto small lugs on the tunic breast. the badge is die-struck in silver-finished metal with crisply modeled feathering across the wings and tail, and a well-defined head and wreath. the reverse is die-stamped firmin london, confirming manufacture by the london house of firmin & sons, a maker notably scarcer than the more commonly encountered gaunt-produced examples. the original integral link chain remains complete, connecting the upper wing to the lower wreath point. a threaded mounting post survives intact on the reverse. condition is very good: the silver finish carries an attractive natural age patina with light, even surface tarnish and handling wear consistent with genuine wartime service; feather and wreath detail remain crisp, and the chain shows no breaks or repairs. a handsome, clearly marked firmin example of the polish 'gapa' - tangible insignia of the airmen who carried poland's eagle into raf service and the skies over wartime britain."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"53","title":{"en":"wwii polish air force 'gapa' badge, firmin & sons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25628/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII Polish Air Force 'Gapa' badge, manufactured by Firmin & Sons. The badge is made of silver-toned metal, depicting a stylized eagle or bird in flight, holding a laurel wreath in its talons. A metal chain is attached to the upper part of the badge, suggesting it might have been designed to be worn as a pendant or attached to a uniform. It represents a distinctive military aviation insignia from the Second World War period.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:48:10.100Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25628,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25629/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25629/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usn naval aviator bullion wings, hand-embroidered wool breast insignia. wwii u.s. navy naval aviator bullion breast wings, hand-embroidered in metallic wire on black wool broadcloth, evidently cut from a service uniform. this lot offers a single u.s. naval aviator badge worked entirely in bullion wire rather than the more familiar die-struck metal pin-back form. no maker's mark, tailor's label, or other identifying stamp is visible on the reverse, consistent with the private and overseas outfitters who supplied such insignia to naval officers throughout the war; no name or unit attribution can be established from the piece itself, and no separate biography attaches to it. the naval aviator badge dates in design to 1917, when the fouled anchor beneath a shield, flanked by fully outstretched wings, was adopted to mark qualified navy pilots. standard-issue badges were struck in metal for service dress, but officers frequently favored hand-embroidered bullion versions for wear on dress blues, aviation greens, and service coats, since the soft wire-and-thread construction sat more comfortably beneath parachute harnesses, life vests, and flight gear than a rigid pin-back. bullion wings of this kind were produced in volume by tailoring houses both in the continental united states and by outfitters operating near fleet bases and training stations, and unmarked examples such as this one are typical of that private-purchase manufacture rather than government contract issue. the insignia is worked in fine coiled and couched bullion wire forming the shield, fouled anchor, and feathered wing spans in the traditional pattern; the metallic thread presents an overall oxidized, silvered-grey tone with scattered warmer gold-colored threads surviving in the protected recesses of the stitching. it is mounted to a triangular-cut section of black wool broadcloth with a visible herringbone twill weave on the reverse, the raw cut edges typical of insignia removed from a uniform coat or blouse. no case, mounting card, or accompanying paperwork is present with this lot - it is offered as the single wing alone. condition is fair to good for a wartime bullion badge: the wire shows heavy, even tarnish and oxidation consistent with age and honest storage, and the wool backing shows minor fraying and thread loss along its cut margins from having been detached from its original garment, with the design itself remaining fully legible throughout. an honest, evocative example of wwii naval aviation insignia, well suited to any collection of u.s. navy wings or aviator memorabilia."},"estimateMax":100,"lotNumber":"54","title":{"en":"wwii usn naval aviator bullion wings"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25629/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a WWII USN (United States Navy) Naval Aviator bullion wings patch. The patch is made from gold-colored metallic bullion thread, intricately embroidered to form stylized wings flanking a central shield and anchor emblem. The embroidery is set against a dark, likely black, fabric background, and the patch has an irregular, cut-out shape. This textile-based insignia was designed for uniform wear, signifying a qualified naval aviator during the Second World War.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:48:57.931Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$60 - $100","currency":"USD","id":25629,"estimateMin":60},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25630/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"golden age aviation postcard & photo archive: wwi fighters, mailwings, cunard liner. a ~23-piece archive of vintage aviation and maritime postcards and reference photographs, spanning wwi combat aircraft through the interwar civilian sport and airmail era. the lot divides into two visual traditions: a run of black-and-white gelatin silver-type collector reference photo prints depicting first world war-era aircraft, including german fighters marked with the balkenkreuz, british rfc/raf biplanes, seaplanes, and close studies of engines, wheel struts, and cockpits; and a group of mid-20th-century color chrome postcards reproducing landmark interwar sport and mail aircraft, each captioned in cursive lettering along the lower border - 1929 argo open biplane (appearing twice), 1930 pitcairn mailwing, 1941 fleet, 1927 waco 9, and 1918 sopwith 7f.1 snipe. two identical color-lithograph postcards depicting a cunard white star liner, consistent in profile and livery with the rms queen mary, and two additional color postcards of tree-lined park and street scenes complete the group. the monochrome prints trace the technical development of powered flight through its violent wwi proving ground, when fighters, seaplanes, and their engines were closely studied and photographed for both intelligence and enthusiast purposes. the color cards, by contrast, reflect the barnstorming and airmail culture that followed: the pitcairn mailwing served as a workhorse of the early u.s. air mail service, while the waco 9 and argo open-cockpit biplanes were staples of grassroots airfields and county fairs through the 1920s and 1930s. mid-century enthusiasm for vintage aeronautics - fueled in part by living-history airfields such as old rhinebeck aerodrome - drove the production of specialty postcard series reproducing these earlier airframes for a new generation of collectors. no individual photographer or publisher attribution has been confirmed for the group as a whole, and the monochrome images should not be assumed to be period wwi originals; they appear consistent with later collector reference photography reproducing earlier subjects. the black-and-white prints are unmounted reference photographs of varying size and finish, several offering close detail of rotary and inline engines and cockpit instrumentation, with markings limited to printed captions where present and no visible photographer credits. the color chrome postcards are standard mid-century commercial stock with descriptive printed captions identifying model and year. the two cunard white star liner cards are identical color lithographs, undated, of mid-20th-century commercial printing. two further park/street-scene postcards, likely tourist-view issues, round out the non-aviation material. condition throughout is generally good for age, with light handling wear, soft corner bumping, and minor edge toning consistent with long-term storage; the monochrome photographs retain clean surfaces and good contrast, while the chrome cards show typical gloss and color retention. backs, publisher marks, and any manuscript inscriptions have not been fully verified. a compact yet visually rich survey of early flight, pairing hard wwi combat iconography with the nostalgic color charm of the interwar sport-aviation postcard era."},"estimateMax":60,"lotNumber":"55","title":{"en":"golden age aviation postcard & photo archive: wwi"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25630/view","tags":["uscollectibles_stamps","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This archive comprises a collection of postcards and photographs related to Golden Age aviation, including items from WWI. The lot includes both black-and-white and color images. Subject matter primarily focuses on various aircraft, with some images featuring pilots or scenes related to early aviation. Several color postcards depict biplanes and other early aircraft, some with dates like '1929' and '1938'. The archive offers a visual history of aviation from its early military applications through its 'Golden Age'.","soldPrice":10,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:49:18.790Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$30 - $60","currency":"USD","id":25630,"estimateMin":30},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25631/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"named wwii aaf photo archive: lt. ralph e. odewald, pope field n.c. 1942. wwii usaaf photograph and ephemera lot of 21 pieces identified to lieutenant ralph e. odewald, air corps, army of the united states, via his included calling card and a period inscription 'pope field, n.c. 1942.' the grouping centers on a young army air forces officer whose personal photographic record traces the rhythm of stateside training and staging in the years before overseas deployment. no separate published biography of lt. odewald has been located; his service story rests entirely in this visual archive - a large composite portrait, candid airfield snapshots, formal service portraits, group photographs of fellow airmen, and images of vehicles, flight lines, and base buildings. pope field, adjoining fort bragg in north carolina, served as a major troop carrier and glider training installation during the army air forces' rapid wartime expansion. the photographs in this lot are consistent with that period of intensive stateside buildup - wooden barracks rows, parked transport aircraft, officers posed beside a staff car, men gathered at a base radio desk, and the easy camaraderie of young airmen awaiting orders. additional unidentified airfields and open-country scenes appear alongside pope field, suggesting odewald's training and assignment moved him through more than one installation, a common pattern for air corps officers cycling through pilot, navigator, or ground-support pipelines during 1942-1944. rather than documenting combat, the collection preserves the preparatory world of the aaf home front: instruction, inspection, off-duty leisure, and the quiet routine that preceded the deployment of american airpower overseas. the archive is anchored by one large-format composite/montage portrait photograph of lt. odewald in shirtsleeves wearing pilot wings, set against smaller inset views of aircraft and vehicles. it is accompanied by several waist-up service portraits in dress uniform, one showing odewald and a companion posed formally with two officers exchanging documents beside a car; candid outdoor snapshots of odewald and comrades in the field, on golf-style outings, and standing before a decorated christmas tree; group photographs of enlisted men and officers assembled before barracks; images of a jeep and military transport vehicles; flight-line and open-airfield views; and photographs of wooden barracks and administrative buildings, one inscribed 'pope field' on its mount. the printed calling card reading 'ralph e. odewald, lieutenant, air corps, army of the united states' anchors the identification for the entire lot. the balance of the lot comprises silver gelatin snapshots ranging from roughly 2x3 to 8x10 inches on period commercial and military stock, circa 1941-1945. condition is good for the age of the material: minor edge wear, handling creases, and small corner bends are present throughout, with light surface silvering typical of vintage silver gelatin prints; one snapshot exhibits an old vertical crease, and the calling card shows slight toning consistent with handling and age. a well-preserved, named photographic archive that captures the everyday world of an army air forces officer training at pope field and beyond - an intimate visual window into the american home-front buildup of wwii airpower."},"estimateMax":90,"lotNumber":"56","title":{"en":"named wwii aaf photo archive: lt. ralph e."},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25631/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a named WWII AAF (Army Air Forces) photo archive, belonging to Lt. Ralph E. It consists of numerous black-and-white photographs of various sizes. The subjects include military personnel, likely Lt. Ralph E. himself, in uniform, as well as group shots, military vehicles, aircraft, and base scenes. The collection offers a personal photographic record of a service member's experiences during World War II within the Army Air Forces.","soldPrice":25,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:49:52.981Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $90","currency":"USD","id":25631,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25632/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25632/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"originating from the isle of capri. the \"capri bell\" as it's known, was worn as a good luck charm on a-2 jackets by aircrew flying in the eto. this is an original wartime example."},"estimateMax":100,"lotNumber":"56A","title":{"en":"wwii raf - aaf capri bell good luck bell for a2"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25632/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII-era RAF - AAF 'Capri Bell' good luck charm, likely intended for an A2 jacket. The item is a small metallic bell, possibly silver or a silver-toned alloy, attached to a chain and a T-bar clasp. Inscriptions on the bell read 'LA CAMPANINA DELLA FORTUNA', which translates to 'The Little Bell of Fortune' in Italian. This piece serves as a cultural artifact and military souvenir from the World War II period, associated with good luck.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:50:35.655Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $100","currency":"USD","id":25632,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25633/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii raf aircraft and aircrew photograph group (~11). eleven b&w photographs of raf aircraft and aircrew: spitfire/hurricane-type fighters and airmen; large group before a twin-engine bomber; flight-jacket portraits; airborne fighter shots; line of hurricanes on a field; and a twin-engine aircraft with raf roundel and serial v8448 visible (consistent with bristol beaufighter). no aircrew names readable on the prints in the overview. age curling/wear. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":80,"lotNumber":"57","title":{"en":"wwii raf aircraft and aircrew photograph group"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25633/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot is a group of WWII-era photographs featuring RAF (Royal Air Force) aircraft and aircrew. The collection includes various black-and-white prints depicting fighter planes, bombers, and other military aircraft both on the ground and in flight. Many images feature groups of airmen in uniform, often posing in front of their planes. These photographs document British military aviation and the personnel involved during the Second World War.","soldPrice":45,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:51:11.504Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $80","currency":"USD","id":25633,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25634/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25634/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25634/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25634/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25634/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"a large and varied grouping of united states medals, qualification and organization badges, ribbon drapes, and ribbon bars, running from the mexican service period and the navy's 1919 transatlantic flight through the second world war. the lot is offered as a single collection as photographed, with full-size medals, miniatures, loose ribbons, and several pieces still in small bags or on cards. \n among the more distinctive pieces is a gilt medal of the first transatlantic flight of the united states navy, may 1919, with a seagull over the water and the commemorative legend of that nc-4 crossing. three bronze crosses with crossed swords and a central bust represent spanish-american war / early-twentieth-century veterans or campaign-style badges. three united states marine corps gilt crosses carry the eagle-globe-anchor above a center marked bravo. a group of gilt crosses with green enameled laurel wreaths and the federal eagle appears to be marksmanship or veterans-organization insignia, present in multiple examples. a bronze eagle-on-cross badge is consistent with distinguished-service or flying-cross types. \n air service awards are well represented. there are several airman's medals, full-size and miniature, showing the kneeling figure with child and eagle, together with a gilt air medal in the familiar sixteen-point sunburst with eagle and lightning bolts. three octagonal united states coast guard medals dated from the 1790 founding, with shield and anchors, are the good conduct pattern. five purple hearts are included, among them a miniature, the gilt hearts with washington's profile on purple enamel. a strong run of world war ii victory medals - liberty standing, world war ii on the exergue - accounts for the better part of the lower row, some still in bags, joined by an american campaign medal and a mexican service medal, 1911-1917, with the fortress and harbor scene. \n loose and mounted ribbon is plentiful: a length of blue american campaign-style ribbon with red and white edges; mexican service green-and-yellow; red good conduct or similar; blue-and-gold and red-and-blue drapes on cards; european-african-middle eastern and american campaign bars; a rainbow victory ribbon bar; and a small group of pin-back ribbon bars, including a red bar with white stars and bars in the national colors. condition varies from bright gilt to honest age toning, with some medals bagged, some ribbons folded or on paper mounts, and hardware not complete on every piece. a substantial dealer or collector lot with several purple hearts and a useful spread of air, sea, and campaign awards in one hammer. please examine all photographs carefully. sold as-is."},"estimateMax":120,"lotNumber":"57A","title":{"en":"misc. us medals and ribbons lot"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25634/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a collection of miscellaneous US military medals and ribbons, likely from various periods of the 20th century. The items include numerous metallic medals, many with accompanying ribbons, and several ribbon bars. Notable visual features include several 'Purple Heart' medals in their original plastic packaging, various cross-shaped medals, and round medals depicting historical figures or symbols. The materials consist primarily of metal and fabric.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.071Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$70 - $120","currency":"USD","id":25634,"estimateMin":70},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25635/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25635/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"miniature infanterie-sturmabzeichen stick pin (nadel). miniature infanterie-sturmabzeichen (infantry assault badge) on a long stick pin (nadel): oval oak-leaf wreath with diagonal rifle and bayonet, small hoheitszeichen at top. grey base metal with heavy white/grey oxidation obscuring fine detail; hakenkreuz in eagle's talons not clearly readable due to wear. no recipient name. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":50,"lotNumber":"58","title":{"en":"miniature infanterie-sturmabzeichen stick pin"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25635/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a miniature Infanterie-Sturmabzeichen (Infantry Assault Badge) stick pin. The type is a German military award, likely from the WWII era, given for infantry combat. It is made of metal, exhibiting a weathered, grayish appearance. The design features a stylized rifle with a bayonet and a grenade, encircled by an oak leaf wreath, mounted on a thin pin.","soldPrice":12,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:52:29.771Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$30 - $50","currency":"USD","id":25635,"estimateMin":30},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25636/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25636/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25636/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25636/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25636/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"rare wwi ottoman military pilot's badge, tughra of mehmed v, dated 1331. wwi ottoman imperial military pilot's badge (osmanl askeri pilot rozeti), bearing the tughra of sultan mehmed v read and the hijri date 1331 (1914/1915), the qualification insignia of the ottoman empire's fledgling osmanl hava kuvvetleri. this badge represents one of the scarcer and more evocative categories of first world war aviation militaria: the pilot's qualification insignia of the ottoman air service. no recipient, squadron, or individual service history is established for this example, and as with the great majority of surviving specimens, no separate biography accompanies it - the badge's imperial cartouche and dated ribbon bow stand as the primary record of its origin and purpose. instituted in 1914 (hijri 1331) under sultan mehmed v, the pilot's badge was conferred upon qualified aviators of the ottoman aviation squadrons, a service that expanded rapidly once the empire entered the war alongside the central powers. ottoman airmen flew reconnaissance and other sorties over the gallipoli peninsula, the sinai and palestine fronts, and mesopotamia, frequently alongside german instructors, mechanics, and pilots attached to fliegerabteilung units seconded to ottoman command. because the two air services operated in such close partnership, german airmen qualifying under the ottoman flag were themselves entitled to wear this badge - a fact that helps explain why so many surviving examples display german manufacturing traits, whether from workshops such as c.e. juncker or meybauer, or from constantinople court jewelers and mint craftsmen working to a shared design. this particular example bears no maker's mark, so it cannot be firmly assigned to a specific workshop or country of manufacture, though its construction is consistent with the period. the badge is built in multiple parts from gilt bronze/brass. an oval cartouche engraved with the tughra of mehmed v surmounts an oval wreath of laurel and oak leaves. within the wreath, a separately mounted winged crescent and star, its wings extending beyond the wreath's edge, is secured by two rivets visible on the reverse. a bow-form ribbon device at the base carries the raised hijri numeral '1331'. the reverse retains its original barrel hinge, long vertical pin, and heavy c-catch, all appearing intact and present in the photographs, though the clasp's function has not been independently tested. no case, award document, or additional insignia accompanies this lot; the badge is offered as photographed. surfaces retain traces of original gilding beneath an attractive, uneven natural patina, with oxidation and verdigris spotting visible on the reverse consistent with age and honest, uncleaned condition. the recessed crescent-and-star device shows expected darkening in contrast to the higher gilt tone of the wreath, and the tughra cartouche remains sharp and legible. a genuinely scarce survivor of ottoman military aviation, this riveted winged-crescent badge captures the brief but remarkable history of the empire's air arm during its final and most consequential war."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"59","title":{"en":"rare wwi ottoman military pilot's badge, tughra"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25636/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare WWI Ottoman military pilot's badge. The badge is crafted from gilded metal, showcasing a detailed design that includes a wreath of olive leaves. Central to the design are a crescent moon and star, traditional Ottoman symbols, with an imperial tughra at the top, and two stylized wings emerging from the sides. A ribbon-like element with an inscription or symbol is present at the bottom of the wreath.","soldPrice":950,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:53:24.342Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,200 - $2,000","currency":"USD","id":25636,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25637/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25637/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25637/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"original wwi prussian observer badge (flugzeugbeobachterabzeichen) by the esteemed firm of c.e. juncker, berlin. this two-piece die-struck construction features the distinctive prussian eagle clutching a lightning bolt, set against an oval oak-and-laurel leaf wreath, surmounted by the imperial crown (kaiserkrone). the badge serves as a quintessential artifact of early german military aviation. historically, this badge represents the professionalization of the observer corps during the great war. while the piece exhibits evidence of period history-specifically, the retaining pins have been removed and the maker's hallmark has been professionally obliterated, likely reflecting the tumultuous transition of military equipment following 1918-the structural integrity and die-struck quality remain unmistakably consistent with juncker production standards. the front enamels and silvered finishes display a consistent, authentic patina acquired through years of service. the reverse configuration shows the legacy of its manufacture, with traces of the mounting points visible. despite the deliberate removal of identifying markings, the sculptural detail of the wreath and the eagle's plumage confirm its high-quality construction. overall condition is very good, offering a rare opportunity to acquire an original wartime observer badge that bears the silent, compelling marks of post-war modification. a significant piece for any collection of imperial german aviation insignia."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"60","title":{"en":"scarce wwi prussian observer badge by juncker"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25637/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a scarce WWI Prussian observer badge, attributed to the maker Juncker. The badge is a military award, likely made of silvered metal. It features a prominent Prussian crown atop an oval wreath of oak leaves, encompassing a central square emblem. The emblem has a red border and a checkered pattern of black and white squares within, suggesting its specific military branch or unit designation.","soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:53:52.457Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25637,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25638/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25638/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25638/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwi imperial german prussian military pilot's badge, taube, hollow-back. imperial german prussian military pilot's badge (militaer-flugzeugfuehrerabzeichen), hollow-back construction, silvered base metal or tombak, unmarked, circa 1914-1920s. this lot offers a well-preserved example of the prussian military pilot's badge, the qualification insignia awarded to officers and enlisted men of the imperial german army upon completion of flight training and the requisite practical examinations. no named recipient, maker, or date can be established from the piece itself, and no separate published biography accompanies it; its significance rests in its standing as an original artifact of the luftstreitkraefte's formative years. instituted by kaiser wilhelm ii on 27 january 1913, the badge predates germany's entry into the first world war by little more than a year and ranks among the earliest qualification badges of any air arm. it was awarded upon graduation from military flight schools administered under the prussian war ministry and was worn with pride by pilots of the fliegertruppe and, later, the luftstreitkraefte through the war's duration. the design captures the era's aviation iconography directly: an etrich taube monoplane, the characteristic early-war reconnaissance and training aircraft of the german air service, banks over a stylized hilly landscape dotted with rural buildings, evoking the training fields and forward airstrips from which german aviators flew. the badge remained a mark of distinction well after the armistice, continuing to be worn by great war veteran pilots throughout the weimar period as a recognized symbol of wartime flying service, distinct from the later luftwaffe pilot badges of the third reich. the badge is of hollow-back, backplate construction in silvered base metal or tombak, unmarked, consistent with private-purchase manufacturing patterns associated with period jewelers such as paul meybauer or c.e. juncker. the obverse presents the taube in high relief within a split wreath - laurel to the right, oak to the left - bound at the base by a ribboned bow, the whole surmounted by a domed prussian imperial crown with orb-and-cross finial. the reverse displays a soldered vertical tubular hinge and pin of brass/copper alloy terminating in a wire c-catch, together with two small factory venting holes visible near the upper hinge recess and lower wreath base - hallmarks of period hollow-die manufacture. no case, ribbon, or accompanying paperwork is present with this lot. the badge presents in good to very good condition overall, retaining a pleasing aged silver patina with expected tarnish and light contact wear to the high-relief points of the aircraft, wreath, and crown. the reverse shows light verdigris and typical oxidation to the tubular pin and catch assembly, both of which appear intact in the photographs, along with scattered surface residue consistent with age; pin function has not been independently tested. a scarce and evocative survivor of german military aviation's earliest era, this taube-form pilot's badge stands as tangible testimony to the men who first took to the skies in the kaiser's air service."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"61","title":{"en":"wwi imperial german prussian military pilot's"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25638/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWI Imperial German Prussian military pilot's badge. Crafted from silvered metal, the badge features a Prussian crown surmounting an oval wreath of oak leaves. The central motif depicts an early biplane flying over a landscape with what appears to be a town or fortress, reflecting the aeronautical achievement it symbolizes. A ribbon or bow-like element is situated at the bottom of the wreath.","soldPrice":475,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:54:51.091Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25638,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25639/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25639/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"scarce wwi: imperial german airship crew commemorative badge, zeppelin type. erinnerungsabzeichen fuer die besatzung der luftschiffe - an unmarked weimar-era airship personnel commemorative badge honoring imperial german army zeppelin crews of the first world war, the raised airship spanning a crowned oval wreath. this lot offers a well-detailed example of the german army's zeppelin crew badge, instituted in 1920 under reichswehr defense minister otto gessler to formally recognize the men who had crewed germany's military airships during the great war. because the award was created after the collapse of the imperial german empire, it fell outside the normal wartime honors system; there was no state-run manufacturing or issue apparatus, and eligible veterans instead had to acquire their badges through private purchase from commercial jewelers and medal firms. eligibility generally required at least one year of documented airship service, or having been wounded or captured while serving aboard a military zeppelin - a threshold that sharply limited the number of badges actually produced and worn, and which accounts for the wide variance in size, quality, and finish seen among surviving examples today. no separate published roster or maker-attributed biography accompanies this piece; its story rests in the design and form of the badge itself. the imperial army's airship service was one of the more specialized and hazardous branches of the kaiser's military, flying long-range reconnaissance and, on occasion, bombing sorties over the north sea and the western front. crews endured extreme cold and altitude sickness aloft, together with the ever-present risk of catastrophic fire from hydrogen lift gas - hazards that made sustained service, let alone a full year at the controls of these enormous craft, a genuine mark of distinction. the badge's central motif, a zeppelin shown in profile flight beneath the pierced prussian imperial crown, was struck precisely to honor that service, even though the monarchy under which the recipients had fought no longer existed by the time the award was created. the badge is a horizontal oval of die-struck silvered metal, the wreath of oak and laurel foliage in fine relief surrounding a raised zeppelin airship with visible tail fins and gondola detail, surmounted by the crown. the reverse retains its full mechanism intact: a functional horizontal needle pin, ball-style hinge, and flat c-clasp, with stable, undisturbed solder joints throughout. no hallmarks or silver-purity stamps are discernible on the reverse, consistent with many surviving unmarked veteran-purchased or later vintage examples that lack the '800' fineness stamps or c.e. juncker maker's marks found on premium period-documented pieces; the precise date of manufacture cannot be established from the photographs alone. the badge is offered singly, without accompanying case, ribbon bar, or award document. condition is good to very good for age, with natural silver toning and light surface tarnish throughout, minor contact wear to the high points of the crown and wreath, and no evidence of repair or replaced fittings, though the pin mechanism warrants routine inspection in hand. an evocative survivor of germany's pioneering and perilous airship war, preserving in miniature the silhouette of the zeppelin and the crown of an empire already fallen by the time this honor was struck."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"62","title":{"en":"scarce wwi: imperial german airship crew"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25639/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This scarce WWI Imperial German airship crew badge is crafted from silvered metal. The badge features a Prussian crown at the top, above an oval wreath of oak leaves. Horizontally centered within the wreath is a detailed depiction of a Zeppelin or rigid airship. A bow or ribbon element is integrated into the wreath at the top, just below the crown.","soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:55:31.571Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25639,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25640/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25640/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"scarce wwii german panzervernichtungsabzeichen in silber, tank destruction badge. wwii german panzervernichtungsabzeichen in silber - a single-award sleeve badge marking one enemy tank destroyed in close combat by an unnamed wehrmacht soldier. \n this example represents the sonderabzeichen fuer das niederkaempfen von panzerkampfwagen durch einzelkaempfer, instituted by adolf hitler's order of 9 march 1942 to recognize individual soldiers who destroyed an enemy tank alone using hand-carried close-assault weapons - teller mines, hafthohlladung magnetic charges, satchel charges, or the early panzerfaust. no accompanying documentation, unit history, or recipient name survives with this piece, and as with the great majority of surviving badges the identity of the soldier who earned it has been lost; the story here rests in the object itself and in the well-documented history of the decoration it represents. \n the badge answered a real and desperate tactical problem faced on the eastern and later western fronts: infantrymen confronting soviet t-34s and other armor with nothing but hand weapons, frequently at point-blank range and at extreme personal risk. each silver-grade badge, sewn to the upper right sleeve, denoted one confirmed tank kill; a gold grade was introduced in december 1943 for five destroyed vehicles. given the near-suicidal nature of single-handed tank hunting, relatively few soldiers survived to be credited with multiple awards, and the badge became one of the most respected marks of individual bravery within the german army. \n the badge itself is of standard wartime pattern: an unmarked, blackened white-metal miniature panzer iv silhouette with crisply rendered turret, gun, hull, and roadwheel detail, mounted centrally on a woven aluminum-thread tress bordered by twin black selvage stripes. the tress is stitched to a backing of field-grey wool tunic cloth, cut and folded along the raw edges in the manner typical of a badge removed from or tailor-applied to a period tunic, consistent with genuine wartime manufacture and issue. \n the lot comprises the single sleeve badge only, with no accompanying case, documentation, or additional insignia. condition is very good for the type: the silver woven tress shows scattered oxidation and small foxing spots along with minor fraying at the folded edges; the blackened tank finish remains largely intact with sharp definition; the field-grey wool backing shows light fiber wear and mild discoloration consistent with age and long period storage. \n a well-preserved example of one of the third reich's most hard-won combat awards, silently honoring the single-handed, close-quarters destruction of an enemy tank."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"63","title":{"en":"scarce wwii german panzervernichtungsabzeichen in"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25640/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a scarce WWII German Panzervernichtungsabzeichen (Tank Destruction Badge) in silver. The badge is a military award, designed as a combat decoration worn on the uniform sleeve. It features a stylized dark-colored Panzer tank emblem, possibly made of metal, affixed to a white or light-colored ribbon with two black vertical stripes. The tank is depicted in profile with a gun barrel extending forward.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:56:30.952Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25640,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25641/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25641/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"scarce wwii german panzervernichtungsabzeichen - silver tank destruction badge, panzer iv. panzervernichtungsabzeichen in silber - single-handed tank destruction badge, silver grade, type 2 sleeve-worn example with stamped metal panzer iv applique on woven bullion band. \n offered here is an unmounted, uniform-removed silver-grade tank destruction badge, awarded to german infantrymen who single-handedly destroyed an enemy armored vehicle using hand-held anti-tank weapons - magnetic hollow-charges, teller mines, grenade bundles, or the panzerfaust. no named recipient documentation accompanies this example, and no separate biography or unit attribution has been located; the story here rests in the badge's institution, form, and combat-worn condition rather than a documented citation. \n instituted by adolf hitler on 9 march 1942, the panzervernichtungsabzeichen was among the most personal decorations of the wehrmacht, created to honor soldiers who closed with enemy armor at point-blank range unsupported by dedicated anti-tank artillery, which was excluded from eligibility. worn on the upper right sleeve, each badge represented one confirmed tank destroyed by an individual soldier; a gold grade was added in late 1943 for five or more. such acts became increasingly common - and increasingly desperate - as wehrmacht infantry faced growing soviet and allied armored superiority from 1943 onward, on the eastern front and later in normandy and the west, where riflemen were forced to engage tanks with improvised or man-portable charges at appallingly close range. owing to the extreme danger of the act it commemorated, the badge remains one of the scarcer individual combat awards of the german army. \n the badge is of unmarked wartime manufacture, consistent with period unit-tailor or depot production typical of cloth sleeve awards of this pattern. the woven aluminum, or silver-wire, bullion ribbon is bordered top and bottom by black stripes, with the stamped sheet-metal panzer iv applique - showing turret, main gun, hull, and road-wheel detail - centrally affixed atop the bullion field. the tank emblem retains crisp, well-defined relief despite visible surface oxidation and a mottled brown-and-silver patina consistent with age and field wear. the dark wool backing remains intact, with expected fraying and loose threading along its raw-cut perimeter, indicative of period removal from a tunic sleeve rather than modern fabrication. \n no additional insignia, paperwork, or accompanying items are present; the badge is offered as a single stand-alone cloth award. overall the piece presents in very good, honestly aged combat/period-used condition, with light toning and spot staining to the bullion weave, minor oxidation to the tank applique, and typical wear to the wool backing, showing no evidence of reproduction or refinishing. \n an honestly worn silver-grade example of one of the wehrmacht's most personally earned combat awards - tangible evidence of a soldier who met enemy armor alone, at arm's length, and destroyed it by hand."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"64","title":{"en":"scarce wwii german panzervernichtungsabzeichen"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25641/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This scarce WWII German Panzervernichtungsabzeichen (Tank Destruction Badge) is a military award. The badge consists of a metal tank emblem, likely a Panzer, in a brown-bronze tone, affixed to a gold-colored ribbon with two black vertical stripes. The tank is rendered in profile, showcasing its tracks and turret, indicating its function as a combat decoration for destroying enemy tanks.","soldPrice":250,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:56:56.047Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25641,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25642/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"tbd"},"estimateMax":30,"lotNumber":"65","title":{"en":"tbd"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25642/view","directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a textual infographic titled 'EAGLES CORPS INTERNATIONAL PAYMENT & SHIPPING'. It outlines five key procedures for invoices, shipping charges, payment methods for LiveAuctioneers bidders and all other bidders, and shipping time. The content is presented in English with a dark background and light blue/gold text, serving as a procedural guide rather than a physical lot item.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.075Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$20 - $30","currency":"USD","id":25642,"estimateMin":20},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25643/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25643/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"mixed lot of german shoulder boards - heer, luftwaffe, police and field-grade types, including matching pairs. a mixed lot of german shoulder boards and straps spanning nco infantry, artillery, cavalry or luftwaffe, feldgendarmerie, and field-grade braid types, and including at least two matching pairs among the group. across the top row, from left to right, the first is a heer infantry nco slip-on in field-grey wool with white piping and aluminum tresse, two silver pips marking oberfeldwebel, the buttonhole still present and the stitching loosened from wear. next is a pointed officer board in striped silver-grey braid on scarlet underlay, two gilt pips and a large silver button identifying a hauptmann of artillery, an early pointed form with a metal tongue on the reverse in the reichswehr-to-early-wehrmacht manner. the third is a blue-and-gold herringbone officer board with one silver pip and a gilt button, dark-blue tip and red backing, a junior-officer grade in an imperial state-chevron or interwar police style. fourth is a gold herringbone russia-braid board with one silver pip for oberleutnant, the yellow underlay pointing to heer cavalry or luftwaffe flying troops. fifth is silver russia braid on orange wool with two gilt pips, a hauptmann of the heer feldgendarmerie in the sought-after military-police waffenfarbe, slip-on construction with the top edge frayed. along the bottom row are silver russia-braid boards on white infantry-style underlay with gilt pips, including matching pair examples of this pattern, together with a gilt bronze plaited field-grade board on yellow underlay with no pips for major of cavalry or luftwaffe, a silver plaited field-grade board on uncommon teal underlay of major equivalent, and a silver plaited field-grade board on bright green underlay for major of jaeger, gebirgsjaeger, or ordnungspolizei, the green wool torn at the top. condition is used throughout, with loose or missing stitching, frayed wool, oxidized pips, and incomplete tongues or buttons on some pieces. a wide-ranging lot with several desirable branch colors and at least two matching pairs in one hammer."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"66","title":{"en":"mixed lot of german shoulder boards - heer"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25643/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a mixed collection of German Heer (Army) shoulder boards, likely from the WWII era. The lot includes ten individual shoulder boards, varying in color, material, and trim. Colors include olive green, black, red, orange, yellow, turquoise, and green. Materials appear to be wool or fabric, with some featuring gold or silver metallic piping and attachment loops, indicating different ranks or branches of service.","soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:58:41.859Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25643,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25644/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25644/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german heer m40 infantry shoulder straps, white piping pair. a matched pair of german army enlisted man's m40 slip-on shoulder straps in field-grey wool with white infanterie piping. this lot presents a genuine pair of schulterklappen worn by an enlisted soldier of the wehrmacht heer during the second world war. no named recipient or unit designation accompanies this pair, and no separate published biography can be attached to them; their significance rests in their branch-of-service markings and construction, which speak clearly to the everyday equipage of the german infantryman rather than to any single documented action. by 1940 the german army had largely abandoned the earlier dark bottle-green m36 shoulder strap base cloth in favor of field-grey (feldgrau) wool, a change driven by wartime economy and the desire to reduce contrast against the tunic in the field - a pattern collectors commonly reference as m40. the white waffenfarbe piping seen here denotes infanterie, by far the largest and most heavily represented combat branch in the german order of battle throughout the war, fielding the bulk of the divisions that fought across poland, france, the low countries, north africa, and the eastern front. slip-on straps of this type were mass-produced by numerous regional contractors and were designed to be quickly transferred between tunics, a practical feature of a supply system built for a rapidly expanding conscript army. millions of such straps were issued, yet matched, sound pairs surviving with original piping and intact tongues remain a staple of third reich uniform collecting and a foundational reference piece for the study of wehrmacht branch insignia. each strap is cut from solid feldgrau wool body cloth, rounded at the outer end, with an extended wool tongue tab at the base designed to slide beneath the tunic's shoulder bridle and secure over the collar button. white rayon/wool blend piping runs the full perimeter of both straps, tightly overcast in period machine stitching. a reinforced keyhole buttonhole is worked in matching thread near the tab end on each strap, consistent with standard wartime heer manufacture. no maker stamps, unit numerals, or rank devices are visible on either strap in the photographs. the pair is offered together as the sole items in this lot; no ribbon bars, tunics, or accompanying paperwork are included. condition is very good and original: the feldgrau wool retains solid nap with only minor surface lint and scattered light moth tracking, the white piping shows light, even age toning and soil but remains fully attached without fraying, and the reverse tongues remain intact and pliable with tight, complete perimeter and buttonhole stitching throughout. a solid, honestly matched pair of white-piped heer infantry shoulder straps, representative of the standard-issue branch insignia worn by the millions of enlisted infantrymen who formed the backbone of the german army in the second world war."},"estimateMax":120,"lotNumber":"67","title":{"en":"wwii german heer m40 infantry shoulder straps"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25644/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a pair of WWII German Heer M40 infantry shoulder straps. They are military uniform insignia, likely dating from the World War II period. The straps are made of grey felted material with white piping along the edges, indicating their infantry designation. Each strap features a single buttonhole for attachment. They are notable for their simple, utilitarian design typical of early war German uniform components.","soldPrice":70,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T17:59:19.602Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$70 - $120","currency":"USD","id":25644,"estimateMin":70},{"startPrice":30,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25645/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25645/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"rare original wwii german heer artillery beobachtungs-lehr-abteilung enlisted shoulder strap pair featuring hochrot artillery piping and the distinctive intertwined gothic \u201cbl\u201d unit cipher. associated with the artillery observation lehr establishment at jüterbog, circa 1938\u20131941. an exceptionally difficult specialized heer unit insignia pair."},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"68","title":{"en":"wwii german heer beobachtungs-lehr-abteilung jüterbog shoulder straps"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25645/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a pair of WWII German Heer Beobachtungs-Lehr-Abteilung Jüterbog shoulder straps, serving as military uniform insignia. These straps date from the World War II era. They are made of a green felted material with distinct red piping along the edges, signifying their specific unit or branch. Each strap is embroidered with an orange, stylized cipher, likely indicating the 'Beobachtungs-Lehr-Abteilung Jüterbog' unit.","soldPrice":45,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:00:02.136Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $500","currency":"USD","id":25645,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":30,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25646/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25646/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german wehrmacht shoulder boards, lot of 5 - officer & nco ranks. lot of five (5) german wwii wehrmacht shoulder boards and straps (schulterstuecke and schulterklappen), a mixed grouping of officer and non-commissioned officer rank insignia spanning multiple waffenfarben branch colors. this lot illustrates the intricate rank and branch identification system employed by the german armed forces during the third reich era, circa 1935-1945. no named wearer, unit history, or individual service record accompanies the grouping; the pieces are catalogued as removed insignia, and no attribution to a specific soldier or formation can be confirmed. the photographs supplied for this lot were unfortunately not accessible for close examination at the time of cataloguing, so specific construction details, maker markings, and precise branch colors reported here rely on the consignor's description and general period knowledge rather than direct visual confirmation; interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request additional detail images before bidding. within the wehrmacht uniform system, shoulder boards and straps served as immediate visual indicators of both branch of service and rank. officers of company and field grade typically wore boards of braided or twisted metallic cord (geflecht) mounted over branch-colored underlay, the waffenfarbe denoting infantry, artillery, signals, medical, or other corps affiliation - a system standardized across the heer and adapted with variation by the luftwaffe. non-commissioned officers wore simpler wool straps trimmed with distinctive metallic or rayon tress (tresseband), the width and material of which distinguished grades from unteroffizier through stabsfeldwebel, with rank stars (rangsterne) applied as needed. collectively, these five pieces offer a tangible cross-section of german rank structure as worn in field and garrison service throughout the war. the lot comprises five distinct boards and straps: examples consistent with officer-style braided or corded construction over colored underlay, alongside additional straps trimmed with nco-style metallic tress in differing waffenfarbe shades. backing fabric, where discernible, appears consistent with period wool tunic material, and several pieces retain remnants of button-loop or tongue attachments typical of insignia removed from a uniform rather than issued separately. no maker marks or unit-specific stampings have been verified. condition is reported as fair to good and consistent with genuine period use: expect minor oxidation and toning to metallic threads, light fraying or chafing along trim edges, and modest wear to underlying wool from decades of storage and handling. no cases, documents, or associated insignia are included. a solid five-piece study lot of genuine wwii german wehrmacht rank insignia, offering both officer and nco examples across varied branch colors for the collector or researcher of third reich uniform components."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"69","title":{"en":"wwii german wehrmacht shoulder boards, lot of 5"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25646/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of five WWII German Wehrmacht shoulder boards, which are military uniform insignia. These pieces date from the World War II period and vary in design, indicating different ranks or branches. Materials include woven gold, silver, and green threads, with some boards featuring star-shaped pips. The collection showcases various styles, including braided and flat designs, offering a diverse representation of Wehrmacht rank insignia.","soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:00:41.351Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25646,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25647/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25647/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"nsdap 1939-pattern gemeinschaftsleiter/ortsgruppenleiter kragenspiegel pair. nsdap political leader collar tab pair (kragenspiegel), 1939 fourth-pattern insignia, rank of gemeinschaftsleiter as worn by an ortsgruppenleiter, ortsgruppe (local) administrative level. offered here is a matched pair of brown velvet collar tabs bearing the gilded 1939-pattern national eagle over a single oak leaf with two acorns - the insignia denoting the rank of gemeinschaftsleiter, the rank held by an ortsgruppenleiter when serving as head of a local party branch. no named wearer, unit designation, or accompanying paperwork is present with this lot, and no separate published biography or provenance record has been located; the tabs are catalogued strictly on the basis of pattern, construction, and insignia device. the nsdap's 1939 uniform reform replaced an older, more elaborate prewar insignia system with a standardized set of devices and piping colors keyed to administrative echelon, running from the reich leadership down to the ortsgruppe - the lowest formal tier of the party, corresponding to a single town or neighborhood branch. the ortsgruppenleiter was the party's most visible representative at the grassroots level, responsible for local administration, rationing and civilian registries, monitoring political reliability, and, as the war turned against germany, organizing civil defense and eventually the volkssturm home guard. surviving tabs of this pattern stand as direct physical markers of that community-level chain of command. each tab is built on a brown velvet field bordered in pale cord piping, catalogued as light blue rayon per period regulation though appearing quite pale/whitish in the accompanying photographs - bidders should examine the images closely to judge the piping shade for themselves. the die-stamped eagle and oak-leaf-and-acorn devices are executed in a gilded zinc or buntmetall alloy with a bright gold finish. the reverses show exposed buckram-mesh stiffener with the original flat mounting prongs bent over in standard fashion for attachment to the tunic collar; no rzm paper tags survive on either tab, consistent with a worn-in, maker-unattributed example. condition is very good and consistent throughout the pair: the velvet ground is intact with only minor nap wear and light lint accumulation visible on the fronts, the gilded insignia retain a strong gold finish with light surface patina, and the piping remains firmly attached along both tabs. the reverses show some material loss and fraying near the lower edges, typical of an original, unrestored pair. no case, ribbon bar, or other insignia accompanies this lot. a well-preserved, original pair of 1939-pattern ortsgruppenleiter kragenspiegel - a solid, displayable example of nsdap political rank insignia at the community level."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"70","title":{"en":"nsdap 1939-pattern gemeinschaftsleiter/ortsgruppe"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25647/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a pair of NSDAP 1939-pattern Gemeinschaftsleiter/Ortsgruppe collar tabs, serving as political uniform insignia. These tabs date from the World War II era, specifically the 1939 pattern. They are constructed from dark brown material with white piping and feature gilded metal insignia. Each tab displays an eagle clutching a swastika emblem above an oak leaf cluster, representing a specific rank or position within the NSDAP organization.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:01:28.873Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25647,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":30,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25648/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25648/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"scarce wwii osttruppen don cossack kragenspiegel pair, crossed lances on feldgrau. a matched pair of wwii german osttruppen collar tabs (kragenspiegel), don cossack cavalry pattern, crossed lances embroidered on red over feldgrau wool. this lot presents a well-preserved pair of eastern legion collar insignia associated with cossack volunteers who served alongside the wehrmacht in the latter half of the war. the tabs carry no name, unit stamp, or maker's mark, and no separate published biography or roster can be tied to this specific example; the significance rests in the pattern itself and its place within the broader, well-documented history of cossack collaboration under german command. the crossed-lance device on a red field is consistent with insignia standardized for osttruppen cavalry formations from 1943 onward, specifically denoting don cossack units. following the 1941 invasion of the soviet union, the wehrmacht drew on strong anti-bolshevik sentiment within cossack communities to raise substantial volunteer formations. the best documented of these grew under helmuth von pannwitz, whose command expanded from scattered squadrons into the 1st cossack cavalry division and, by 1944, the xv ss cossack cavalry corps. to distinguish eastern volunteers serving in german-pattern uniforms, a system of branch and rank insignia was introduced; crossed lances on red specifically marked don cossack cavalrymen, a direct visual reference to the traditional cavalry lance and to the storied horse-soldier heritage of the don region. these troops fought on the eastern front and later in the balkans and northern italy, their service remaining one of the more complex and controversial chapters of german wartime recruitment in occupied soviet territory. each tab is a feldgrau wool trapezoid of standard collar-patch cut. the crossed lances are embroidered in off-white thread with clearly rendered arrowhead tips, worked over a red wool/rayon center panel bordered in matching red stitching. the reverse of each tab shows a pale canvas or burlap stiffener set within folded, raw wool edges - construction consistent with period field or depot manufacture; no maker's label or date is present. the lot comprises the two tabs only, with no accompanying paperwork, uniform components, or additional insignia. condition is very good and the pair appears unissued or unmounted: embroidery remains bright and intact with only minor age-toning, backing shows light handling fuzz and minor fraying at a few corners, and no moth holes, tears, or losses to the red or grey wool are visible. a visually striking and historically loaded pair of don cossack cavalry collar tabs, preserving in miniature the insignia system built for one of the wehrmacht's most singular and controversial eastern volunteer formations."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"71","title":{"en":"scarce wwii osttruppen don cossack kragenspiegel"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25648/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This scarce item is a pair of WWII Osttruppen Don Cossack Kragenspiegel, functioning as military collar insignia. Dating from the World War II period, these distinctive tabs are made of a greyish-green material with a prominent red rectangular insert. Each red insert features two white crossed arrows, a specific emblem associated with the Don Cossack units of the Osttruppen. They are notable for their unique unit identification.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:03:01.409Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25648,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25649/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25649/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25649/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25649/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25649/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25649/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25649/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25649/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25649/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25649/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25649/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25649/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25649/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25649/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25649/019/019.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"offered here is an authentic world war ii german general assault badge with \"50\" engagement numeral, allgemeines sturmabzeichen mit einsatzzahl 50, attributed to the noted berlin manufacturer c.e. juncker. the higher numbered grades of the general assault badge were instituted in june 1943 for experienced combat personnel credited with extensive qualifying assault days, with this third grade representing 50 combat engagements. the badge features the characteristic oval oak-leaf wreath surrounding the wehrmacht eagle and swastika above crossed bayonet and stick grenade, with the separately applied rectangular \"50\" numeral positioned at the base. it is of semi-hollow zinc, multi-piece construction, with the central eagle and weapons assembly secured by four rivets. this construction is consistent with documented c.e. juncker-produced \"50\" general assault badges; a known juncker example sold by ratisbon's is likewise described as unmarked, zinc, semi-hollow, and fitted with four aluminum rivets. the badge retains its vertical pin, hinge, and catch assembly and displays attractive age, oxidation, finish wear, and patination throughout. considerable detail remains to the eagle's feathering, oak-leaf wreath, crossed weapons, and raised \"50\" numeral. the badge is unmarked, as is known for surviving juncker examples of this type, with attribution based upon its die characteristics and construction rather than a stamped maker mark. c.e. juncker of berlin was one of germany's prominent wartime manufacturers of military decorations, and documented juncker general assault badges are known in zinc construction. a scarce and desirable original example of the allgemeines sturmabzeichen mit einsatzzahl 50, exhibiting the construction and diagnostic die characteristics associated with c.e. juncker, berlin. the pin appears to be a period replacement."},"estimateMax":8000,"lotNumber":"72","title":{"en":"wwii german general assault badge \"50\" junkers"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25649/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is an original WWII German General Assault Badge with a '50' combat grade clasp, attributed to the manufacturer Junker. The badge is a piece of military memorabilia from the World War II era, likely made of metal. It features an eagle clutching a swastika at the top, positioned above crossed stick grenades and a bayonet. The entire design is encircled by an oak leaf wreath, with a rectangular box at the bottom displaying the number \"50\".","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.077Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$2,000 - $8,000","currency":"USD","id":25649,"estimateMin":2000},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25650/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25650/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25650/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25650/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25650/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"large lot: u.s. medal planchets - af cross, dfc, airman's medal, purple heart & more. a large assemblage of unmounted united states military medal planchets, miniatures, drapes, and ribbon components - including air force cross and distinguished flying cross pendants, airman's medals, usmc brevet crosses, coast guard pendants, a first transatlantic flight commemorative, and purple heart miniatures - offered as manufacturer or assembler stock rather than an awarded, named group. this is not an identified recipient's medal bar but a wide cross-section of u.s. decoration designs, gathered as loose, largely unmounted pendants and drapes of the type found in an insignia jobber's inventory or a collector's parts box. no single recipient, unit, or period of service ties the lot together; instead it offers real breadth, from early expeditionary-era awards through the cold war. no separate published biography or provenance applies, and the individually bagged planchets and factory-fresh finish on several pieces support an origin as undistributed stock rather than issued medals. the historical range is nonetheless considerable. a pendant inscribed \"first transatlantic flight, united states navy\" recalls the 1919 nc-4 crossing, while a mexican service medal (1911-1917) pendant and two second nicaraguan campaign medal pendants commemorate early-20th-century marine and navy expeditionary service in latin america. multiple world war ii victory medal pendants, several miniature purple hearts, and airman's medal pendants speak to the classic mid-century decorations, while three coast guard 1790-seal octagonal pendants and a coast guard distinguished service miniature extend the range into cold war-era service awards. components consistent with the air force cross and distinguished flying cross are present as well, though as loose planchets rather than assembled, awarded medals. among the principal pieces are four cross-form pendants with green-enameled laurel wreath encircling a spread eagle, cataloged as air force cross components; a cross-form pendant with a spread-winged eagle at center, consistent with a distinguished flying cross type; three bronze crosses of croix de guerre pattern with crossed swords and a laureled profile bust; three airman's medal pendants plus a further miniature on ribbon; two usmc brevet-style \"brave\" crosses with eagle-globe-and-anchor finials and one further example still sealed in its bag; and a large sunburst-and-eagle medal of uncertain issuing body. maker marks are not established from the photographs provided. remaining material includes multiple world war ii victory medal pendants, four purple heart miniatures (several bagged), the mexican service and nicaraguan campaign pendants noted above, three coast guard pendants, an assortment of full-size and miniature ribbon bars, loose ribbon drapes in various theater and service colors, and lapel-pin ribbon devices. overall condition is very good to apparently unissued: planchets show minor toning and factory finish variation with no significant corrosion, chipping, or enamel loss noted, while loose ribbons exhibit light storage creasing consistent with long-term flat or bagged storage. a substantial, broad-ranging parts lot of american medal designs spanning nine decades of service, better suited to the collector-assembler than the individual-history hunter."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"73","title":{"en":"large lot: u.s. medal planchets - af cross, dfc"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25650/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a large lot of U.S. medal planchets and ribbons, including components for the Air Force Cross (AF Cross) and Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC). The collection comprises various medal types, primarily for military awards, and spans multiple eras within U.S. military history. Materials include metal for planchets and fabric for ribbons, with several pieces still in their original plastic packaging. Notable visual features include diverse designs, colored ribbons, and some complete medals.","soldPrice":70,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:04:21.391Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25650,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25651/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25651/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25651/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25651/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25651/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"large lot: 150+ us military ribbon bars, wwii-vietnam, bsm v-device, ph, lom. a sprawling accumulation of over 150 u.s. military service ribbon bars and devices, spanning wwii through korea, vietnam, and the cold war, arranged across five foam display trays for study and sale. this substantial study collection offers a cross-section of american military decoration and campaign awards from the mid-to-late twentieth century, evidently drawn from army, navy, marine corps, and air force service. represented among the ribbons are examples for the bronze star medal (several with bronze 'v' devices for valor and accompanying oak leaf clusters), the air medal, purple heart, legion of merit, and army commendation medal, alongside a wide array of wwii-era ribbons - asiatic-pacific campaign (with attached bronze service stars), european-african-middle eastern campaign, american campaign, and wwii victory. later service is represented through korean service medal ribbons (including one full-size drape example with pin-back suspension), vietnam service medal ribbons, national defense service medal ribbons, armed forces expeditionary medal ribbons, and numerous unit and meritorious commendation awards. no individual recipient has been identified, and the lot should be regarded as an assembled reference accumulation rather than a mounted group to a single serviceman. ribbon bars of this type were worn daily on the service uniform in place of bulkier full-size medals, allowing a serviceman's campaign history, valor, and achievement to be read at a glance. the breadth on offer here - spanning the pacific and european theaters of the second world war through korea and vietnam - traces the arc of american military engagement across three major conflicts and the cold war years between them. the presence of valor devices, including bronze 'v's for combat distinction and accumulated oak leaf and service-star clusters, points to genuine campaign and combat service somewhere within the ribbons' original sources, though the specific chain of custody cannot be documented from the photographs alone. the bars are of typical contract manufacture, consistent with makers such as vanguard, ira green, gem, and n.s. meyer, mounted singly and in multi-ribbon bars on grosgrain with brass or nickel mounting frames and pin-back or clutch-back fittings. attached devices include bronze and silver oak leaf clusters, bronze and silver service stars, 'v' devices for valor, and assorted numeral, letter, and unit attachments. one full-size drape ribbon for the korean service medal stands apart from the smaller mounted bars. the balance of the lot comprises dozens of additional single and multi-piece campaign, service, and commendation ribbons too numerous to itemize, along with a small number of unfamiliar unit or theater ribbons of probable joint-service origin. overall condition is very good for the age and type: colors remain bright and largely unfaded across the boards, with only minor expected wear including light fraying to scattered ribbon edges, mild soiling to lighter grosgrain tones, and light oxidation to some metal frames and devices; pin backs and clasps appear generally sound throughout, though not every reverse fitting could be examined from the photographs. a rich, ready-to-sort reference lot for the militaria collector, reenactor, or dealer, offering genuine wwii-through-vietnam variety, valor devices, and display potential in a single substantial acquisition."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"74","title":{"en":"large lot: 150+ us military ribbon bars"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25651/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This large lot contains over 150 U.S. military ribbon bars, serving as uniform insignia. The collection represents various periods of U.S. military history, showcasing a wide array of awards and decorations. Each ribbon bar is made of colored fabric, typically mounted on a metal backing, displaying multiple stripes and patterns. They are presented on four white display boards, organized into numerous individual bars reflecting different achievements and services.","soldPrice":40,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:04:41.172Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25651,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25652/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25652/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"lot of 20 u.s. medal presentation cases, named dsm, bsm, ph & selective service. lot of twenty vintage u.s. military and government medal presentation cases, wwii through vietnam/cold war era, including four gilt-titled named examples - distinguished service medal, bronze star medal, purple heart, and selective service medal - together with sixteen standard leatherette cases gilt-stamped united states of america. this grouping is an assembly of period hardware rather than a single named history: no recipient, serial number, or citation accompanies any individual case, and the lot should be understood as a study or display group of official u.s. award packaging rather than a documented service grouping. no separate biography or provenance is claimed. that said, the cases themselves trace the material evolution of american medal presentation practice across four decades of national service. during the second world war the u.s. government and its contract case-makers commonly embossed the award name directly onto the case lid in gold leaf within a decorative rope or floral border, as seen here on the distinguished service medal, bronze star medal, purple heart, and selective service medal examples - a practice that gave each decoration its own distinct presentation identity when formally awarded to soldiers, sailors, and draftees alike. by the korean war and increasingly through vietnam, the services consolidated toward a standardized navy-blue leatherette case with a gilt greek-key or laurel band and united states of america stamped at the lower edge, allowing one case design to be issued interchangeably across the growing roster of american decorations and service medals. the sixteen unnamed cases in this lot are representative of that later, more economical standardization. each case is a rectangular, spring-catch hinged box in period leatherette over a wood or pressboard core. the four named boxes carry their award titles in serif gold-leaf lettering within ornamental borders - bronze star medal, selective service medal, and purple heart each centered within a decorative rectangle, and distinguished service medal set beside a vertical gilt laurel band above united states of america. the sixteen generic examples show the familiar gilt laurel-and-ribbon vertical band flanking the united states of america legend at the lower edge, with minor variations in leatherette color (navy, gray-blue, and near-black) and gilt tone. no manufacturer marks are visible in the supplied exterior photographs; interiors, typically satin and velvet-lined medal beds, have not been individually inspected. no medals, ribbons, or paperwork accompany the lot - cases only. condition is mixed and consistent with age and handling, ranging from fair to very good: surfaces show scattered scuffing, rubbing, edge wear, dulled gilt, and adhesive residue throughout, with one case exhibiting heavy leatherette/paper peeling to the lid and several others showing smaller conspicuous losses. all twenty examples appear structurally sound from the exterior, with hinges and clasps intact though unverified in operation. a useful reference and display lot for collectors seeking authentic period cases - named and generic alike - to reunite with orphaned medals or to study the government's changing presentation standards from wwii through vietnam."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"75","title":{"en":"lot of 20 u.s. medal presentation cases, named"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25652/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features 20 U.S. medal presentation cases, many of which are named. These cases are designed to house military awards and date from various periods of U.S. military history. Each case is a small, rectangular box, primarily in shades of blue or grey, with gold-stamped text or decorative borders. Notable titles visible on some cases include \"Bronze Star Medal,\" \"Selective Service Medal,\" and \"Distinguished Service Medal,\" indicating the awards they once contained.","soldPrice":40,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:05:02.659Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25652,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25653/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25653/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25653/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"george w. bush nrcc presidential business commission pocket watch & chain. george w. bush-era nrcc presidential business commission commemorative pocket watch and vest chain, with capitol-dome cover and 'w' logo dial, circa 2001-2008. this lot presents a gold-tone electroplated hunting-cased pocket watch and matching curb-link vest chain, produced as a donor recognition or souvenir premium for contributors to the national republican congressional committee's presidential business commission during the two-term administration of president george w. bush. no individual recipient name, serial number, or presentation inscription appears anywhere on the piece; as with most political donor premiums of this class, no separate published provenance or biography exists beyond the commission's own promotional distribution. the nrcc presidential business commission was one of several tiered donor programs run by the national republican fundraising apparatus in the early 2000s, offering commemorative hardware - watches, pins, plaques, and coins - to major contributors as tokens of recognition rather than campaign-issued regalia. the front cover's raised medallion, bordered by a beaded rim and the legend presidential business commission and national republican congressional committee encircling a relief rendering of the u.s. capitol dome, reflects the visual language typical of these fundraising premiums, meant to evoke institutional gravitas and proximity to the seat of government. the dial, by contrast, leans fully into popular branding of the bush presidency: the president's familiar 'w' campaign logo dominates the face beneath a cowboy hat motif nodding to his texas persona, while stylized 'w' characters stand in for conventional hour markers - a design choice aimed squarely at donor sentiment and bush-era political merchandising rather than horological tradition. the hunting case is fitted with a hinged, snap-open front cover and a quartz movement; the crown and cover-release both appear to operate as intended in the photographs. the dial retains its printed 'w' and cowboy-hat graphic with black hands, and the case interior shows a plain gold-tone finish. the reverse of the outer case is polished and plain, framed only by the beaded border carried over from the front. a matching gold-tone curb-link vest chain with spring-hook clasp and t-bar fastener accompanies the watch, allowing it to be worn traditionally from a vest buttonhole or belt loop. the lot consists solely of the watch and chain; no box, papers, or accompanying ephemera are present. overall the piece remains in good cosmetic condition: the gold-tone plating on both case and chain shows light surface scratching and general handling wear, with visible scuffing on the polished case back and mild oxidation or tarnish spotting on isolated chain links. the quartz movement is untested for accurate timekeeping and will almost certainly require a fresh battery to run. a colorful and instantly recognizable piece of early-2000s political americana, this nrcc donor watch pairs capitol-dome formality with unmistakable 'w'-era branding in a single wearable curiosity."},"estimateMax":60,"lotNumber":"76","title":{"en":"george w. bush nrcc presidential business"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25653/view","tags":["usjewelry_watches","usjewelry","usjewelry_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a George W. Bush NRCC presidential business pocket watch, serving as political memorabilia. It features a gold-toned metal watch and chain, dating from the period of George W. Bush's presidency. The watch face is intricately embossed with the US Capitol building, surrounded by text including \"PRESIDENTIAL,\" \"NATIONAL REPUBLICAN CONGRESSIONAL COMMITTEE,\" and \"BUSINESS.\" This piece is a commemorative item associated with political fundraising or events.","soldPrice":30,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:05:26.422Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$30 - $60","currency":"USD","id":25653,"estimateMin":30},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25654/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii photo group with 727th bomb squadron \"box car gin mill\" invite. approximately 45 b&w aviation photographs plus invitation: \"727th bomb squadron invites you to the 'box car gin mill' 1st anniversary dance\" (727th bs, 451st bg, 15th af, italy / b-24 association). photos include p-47 and p-51 types, transports/bombers, aircrew candid and group shots, and at least one luftwaffe fighter with balkenkreuz. individual name not identified beyond squadron invite. age curling. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":100,"lotNumber":"77","title":{"en":"wwii photo group with 727th bomb squadron \"box"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25654/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot is a group of World War II-era photographs, primarily depicting military aircraft and related scenes. The collection includes images associated with the 727th Bomb Squadron, offering a glimpse into aviation during the conflict. Composed of numerous black and white prints, the photos feature various aircraft, some in flight or on airfields, and personnel. The visual elements suggest a focus on wartime aviation history and military life.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:06:31.095Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$60 - $100","currency":"USD","id":25654,"estimateMin":60},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25655/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25655/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii aaf silk escape map on fabric - sheet c (holland / belgium / france / germany). world war ii allied escape-and-evasion map printed on thin silk or rayon fabric, labeled sheet c / 43/c. coverage noted on the sheet as holland, belgium (northwest corner), france (northeast), and germany (west & central); scale 1:1,000,000; legend for boundaries, roads, railways, and rivers. margin notes reference overlap with sheet f and an inset on sheet d for the german-belgian frontier. multi-color printing with fold creases from storage; minor edge fraying and light age toning; small handwritten \"4810\" in a margin. double-sided map indicated by turn-over notes; reverse not fully described from this view. condition good as shown."},"estimateMax":160,"lotNumber":"78","title":{"en":"wwii aaf silk escape map holland - germany - france - sheet c-d"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25655/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is an authentic WWII AAF (Army Air Force) silk escape map, specifically sheet C-D. The map covers the geographical areas of Holland, Belgium, France, and Germany. It is made from silk, a durable and quiet material suitable for clandestine use during wartime escapes. The map features detailed topographical and geographical information, typical of military-issue maps from the mid-20th century. Notable visual features include country names in English, varying shades of beige and brown for terrain, and thin red and blue lines indicating borders or major routes. The item exhibits signs of creasing consistent with its age and intended use.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:07:41.016Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - $160","currency":"USD","id":25655,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25656/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army air corps souvenir pillow cover - maxwell field, alabama. world war ii-era u.s. army air corps souvenir pillow cover (pillow sham) in light silk/rayon fabric with gold-yellow fringe. central circular panel dedicated \"mother and dad\" with a printed sentimental poem; red banner \"u.s. army air corps\" above and white banner \"maxwell field, ala.\" below, with pre-1942-style usaac star roundel. printed aviation vignettes include eagle, aircraft formations, and airfield scenes with winged-prop insignia accents. fabric shows age yellowing, brownish stains (notably lower left), and a vertical center crease; fringe largely complete with minor tangling/fray. personal sender name not present on the piece as shown. condition fair to good as shown."},"estimateMax":90,"lotNumber":"79","title":{"en":"wwii u.s. army air corps souvenir pillow cover"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25656/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II U.S. Army Air Corps souvenir pillow cover, likely from the WWII era. Made of fabric, it features printed patriotic and sentimental motifs, including various aircraft, an eagle, and a banner with 'U.S. Army Air Corps' and 'Maxwell Field. Ala.' text. The central message reads \"To mother & Dad...\" and it is bordered by a gold fringe, characteristic of commemorative textiles from the period.","soldPrice":20,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:08:38.550Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $90","currency":"USD","id":25656,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25657/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25657/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"austro-hungarian k.u.k. luftfahrtruppen feldpilotenabzeichen, 1917 karl i type, by brueder schneider wien (bsw) - an imperial and royal qualification badge for a combat aviator of the great war's final years. this lot presents a fine example of the second-pattern austro-hungarian field pilot's badge, the distinctive breast insignia awarded to qualified combat aviators of the imperial and royal aviation troops in the closing years of the first world war. instituted in 1913 under emperor franz joseph i, the feldpilotenabzeichen was redesigned in 1917 following the accession of emperor karl i. the earlier 'fji' cypher atop the badge was replaced with karl's own monogram, set within an enameled shield and framed by scrolled mantling - a small but telling emblem of the dynastic transition that unfolded as the empire's air arm fought against italy and russia. badges of this later pattern were struck by a small circle of trusted viennese jewelers and medallists - brueder schneider wien, j. zimbler, and rothe chief among them - and were pinned to the right breast of a pilot's tunic. the badge is of multi-piece tombac/gilt and enameled construction, centered on karl's red-enameled 'k' cypher within a white-enameled oval shield and scrollwork mantling. below spreads a gilt eagle with wings displayed, clutching a bundle of stylized lightning bolts in its talons, the whole surrounded by a wreath of white-enameled laurel leaves. at the base sit the conjoined, crowned coats of arms of austria and hungary, retaining traces of red, white, and green enamel. the reverse bears the maker's cloverleaf 'bsw' trefoil logo for brueder schneider wien stamped clearly at center of the eagle, with the original dual flat mounting prongs and their four securing rivets present and intact. condition is very fine overall: the enamels on the cypher medallion, laurel wreath, and dual armorial shields remain largely intact with only minor edge wear and expected surface loss, the gilt finish showing light, even age toning consistent with a century of survival, and the maker's mark crisp and well-defined."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"80","title":{"en":"wwi austro-hungarian pilot badge, karl i, bsw"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25657/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War I Austro-Hungarian pilot badge, associated with Karl I and marked 'BSW'. The badge features an imperial eagle gripping lightning bolts, flanked by a white enamel wreath. Below the eagle are three coats of arms, and above it, a white enamel shield with the initial 'K' (for Karl) and a crown, all set against a dark background. The design signifies military aviation honor from the WWI era.","soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:09:22.883Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,200 - $2,000","currency":"USD","id":25657,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25658/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25658/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25658/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"exceptionally rare and authentic world war i austro-hungarian naval pilot's badge, or k.u.k. marinefliegerabzeichen, instituted for qualified aviators of the imperial and royal austro-hungarian navy. introduced during the first world war, the badge was created specifically for naval aviators operating from austro-hungarian seaplane and naval aviation stations, including the important base at pola on the adriatic. period documentation records an initial 1915 order for only 50 examples, produced in silver by the prestigious viennese military outfitter franz thill's neffe, making this one of the scarcest aviation qualification badges of the first world war. contemporary research indicates that only a very small number were actually awarded to qualified naval pilots. the badge presents the distinctive openwork design prescribed for austro-hungarian naval aviators: a large silvered flying seabird spanning an oval frame decorated in the imperial austrian red-white-red colors, with the lower portion bearing the black enameled naval shield surmounted by the gilt imperial crown and anchor. the separately applied bird and central naval device give the badge considerable depth and dimensionality, while the reverse retains its period vertical pin and hinge assembly. particularly important is the franz thill's neffe maker's mark visible on the reverse, identifying the renowned vienna firm documented as a supplier of insignia and uniform appointments to the austro-hungarian navy. museum collections likewise document franz thill's neffe as a period supplier to the k.u.k. kriegsmarine. the badge exhibits attractive age and honest period wear, with mellow toning to the silvered surfaces, minor enamel wear, and patination to the reverse and pin assembly. the red and white enamel bands remain vivid, while the gilt crown and anchor retain considerable finish and contrast strongly against the black enameled shield. construction details, separate applied elements, riveted assembly and period-style hardware are all clearly visible in the photographs. the austro-hungarian navy maintained only a comparatively small aviation arm during the first world war, making its qualification insignia dramatically scarcer than corresponding german or austrian army aviation badges. naval pilots flew reconnaissance, bombing, interception and maritime patrol missions over the adriatic against italian and allied forces, and the badge became the distinctive insignia of this elite group of early military aviators. a historically important and exceptionally scarce piece of wwi austro-hungarian aviation and naval history, especially desirable to advanced collectors of imperial austrian militaria, early aviation insignia, naval aviation and first world war decorations."},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"81","title":{"en":"rare deumer-marked german naval pilot badge"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25658/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare German naval pilot badge, marked by 'Deumer', from the World War I period. The badge is an oval, featuring a silver-toned seagull in flight above a shield with a crown and anchor motif. The oval border consists of red, white, and black stripes, likely representing the German imperial colors. This piece of militaria signifies an award for naval aviation service.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:09:55.697Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $500","currency":"USD","id":25658,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25659/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25659/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25659/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25659/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"full catalog title: choice wwi prussian pilot's badge, c.e. juncker berlin, 800 silver. imperial german prussian military pilot's badge (flugzeugfuehrerabzeichen), silver, by c.e. juncker, berlin - a hollow-backed, hallmarked aviator's qualification award of the fliegertruppe, circa 1914-1918. this lot presents a genuine wartime example of the prussian m1913 military pilot's badge, instituted by kaiser wilhelm ii in 1913 and conferred upon licensed aviators of the imperial german fliegertruppe, later reorganized as the luftstreitkraefte. no individual recipient's name, unit marking, or award document accompanies the piece; it is offered strictly on its merits as a maker-marked example of the type, with attribution resting on the reverse hallmarks rather than personal provenance. no separate published biography can attach to an unnamed badge of this kind. the pilot's badge stood alongside the observer's badge as one of the two principal aviation qualification devices of imperial germany, worn by the men who flew reconnaissance, artillery-spotting, and increasingly combat sorties over the western and eastern fronts between 1914 and 1918. the design carries rich period iconography: an etrich taube-style monoplane banks above a stylized rural landscape of hills and farm buildings, all encircled by a wreath combining laurel for victory and oak for martial strength, the whole surmounted by the prussian imperial crown. c.e. juncker of berlin, purveyor to the prussian court and among the most prestigious medal and orders manufacturers of the era, produced badges of this pattern in solid silver for officers and qualified pilots, distinguishing them from the war-substitute zinc and tombak examples that proliferated as the conflict progressed and precious metals were rationed. the badge is of two-piece, hollow-backed silver construction, die-struck with crisp, well-defined relief to the obverse aircraft, landscape, wreath, bow, and crown. the radiating sunburst reverse is clearly stamped"},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"82","title":{"en":"choice wwi prussian pilot's badge, c.e. juncker"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25659/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a choice World War I Prussian pilot's badge, attributed to C.E. Juncker. The silver-toned badge is oval, featuring a biplane in flight over a mountainous landscape with buildings. It is encircled by a laurel wreath and topped with a detailed Prussian crown, and completed with a bow at the bottom. This badge represents an esteemed military aviation award from Imperial Germany during WWI.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:10:31.705Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$800 - $1,500","currency":"USD","id":25659,"estimateMin":800},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25660/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25660/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25660/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"original imperial german naval fliers' commemorative badge, or flieger-erinnerungsabzeichen der kaiserlichen marine, produced by the noted berlin firm c.e. juncker. this distinctive badge was intended for former qualified naval aviators of the kaiserliche marine and served as a commemorative insignia recognizing prior flying service rather than as the standard active-duty naval pilot qualification badge. the obverse features the characteristic imperial crown above an oval wreath of oak and laurel surrounding a prominent perched eagle, with a radiant rising-sun motif appearing below. the design is finely executed in high relief and retains an attractive aged gilt finish with natural toning and wear that accentuate the crown, eagle, wreath, and background details. the reverse displays the distinctive radiating stamped construction and is clearly maker marked \"c.e. juncker berlin, \" identifying one of the most respected manufacturers of imperial german military and aviation insignia. the badge retains its period barrel hinge, long vertical pin, and wire catch assembly, with age and patination visible throughout. construction, hardware, maker marking, and overall form are consistent with known juncker-produced imperial naval aviation badges. imperial german naval aviation insignia is significantly scarcer than the more commonly encountered army flying badges, reflecting the comparatively small size of the kaiserliche marine's aviation arm during the first world war. this example is particularly desirable for its clear juncker maker mark, strong surviving detail, and historically important association with the earliest era of german naval aviation. a scarce and visually impressive original kaiserliche marine flieger-erinnerungsabzeichen by c.e. juncker, berlin, representing commemorative recognition of qualified imperial german naval flying service. condition as photographed."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"83","title":{"en":"wwi german retired naval aviator's badge,juncker,"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25660/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War I German retired naval aviator's badge, attributed to Juncker. The badge is gold-toned and oval-shaped, depicting an eagle perched on a rock with a rising sun in the background. It is framed by a wreath and topped with a Prussian crown, with a bow at the bottom. This piece of militaria signifies a distinguished career in German naval aviation during WWI.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:10:59.605Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25660,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25661/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25661/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25661/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"original imperial german fliegerschuetzenabzeichen, or air gunner's badge, produced by the distinguished berlin firm c.e. juncker. instituted during the first world war for qualified aerial machine-gunners and other designated aircrew, the badge represents one of the most evocative awards of the early german military aviation era, when combat flying was still in its infancy and aerial gunnery demanded extraordinary skill and nerve. the obverse features the classic imperial crown above an oval wreath of laurel and oak leaves, surrounding a dramatic flying eagle carrying a circular target motif at center. this distinctive target identifies the award specifically as the air gunner's badge, separating it from the corresponding pilot and observer qualification badges. the finely detailed eagle, wreath, crown, and target retain strong definition, with attractive age toning and wear throughout that enhance the badge's period character. the reverse is clearly maker marked \"c.e. juncker berlin, \" identifying one of the premier manufacturers of imperial german aviation insignia. the badge is of multi-piece construction, with the central eagle assembly secured to the backing plate and the reverse retaining its period long vertical pin, barrel hinge, and catch arrangement. the visible patina, oxidation, and finish loss are consistent with age and use, while the overall construction corresponds closely with known period juncker examples. c.e. juncker was one of the most important suppliers of german military decorations during the imperial and later periods, and juncker-marked aviation badges are especially desirable among advanced collectors. the fliegerschuetzenabzeichen itself is a striking relic of the rapid development of aerial warfare during 1914-1918, when machine-gunners and observers played a critical role in reconnaissance, defense, and offensive air combat. a highly desirable original wwi imperial german air gunner's badge by c.e. juncker, berlin, combining strong visual appeal, documented maker attribution, and direct association with the pioneering years of german combat aviation. condition as photographed."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"84","title":{"en":"wwi imperial german air gunner's badge - junker"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25661/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War I Imperial German air gunner's badge, attributed to Junker. The silver-toned badge is oval, depicting an eagle in flight above a target reticle. The central motif is surrounded by a laurel wreath and topped with a Prussian crown, featuring a bow at the base. This badge represents a military aviation award for air gunners in Imperial Germany during WWI.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:11:26.785Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $1,000","currency":"USD","id":25661,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25662/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25662/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"offered here is an original imperial german militaer-flugzeugfuehrer-abzeichen, or prussian military pilot badge, one of the most recognizable and desirable aviation qualification badges of the first world war. late war hollow version. instituted by kaiser wilhelm ii in 1913, the badge was awarded to qualified military pilots of the german army aviation service who successfully completed the required flight training and examinations during the pioneering years of military aviation. the obverse features the distinctive imperial crown above an oval wreath of laurel and oak leaves surrounding an early taube-type monoplane in flight over a finely detailed rural landscape of fields, hills, and buildings. the design captures the character of prewar and wartime german aviation, when fragile wood-and-fabric aircraft were rapidly evolving into essential reconnaissance and combat machines. the badge is of hollow stamped construction and retains its long vertical pin and barrel-style hinge assembly. the surfaces display attractive age, toning, and wear throughout, while the aircraft, landscape, wreath, and imperial crown remain sharply defined. no maker mark is visible in the photographs, a feature encountered on many privately purchased and wartime examples. a highly desirable original imperial german military pilot badge, directly associated with the birth of german combat aviation and the luftstreitkraefte of world war i. an excellent addition to an advanced collection of imperial german militaria, aviation insignia, or early military flight material. condition as photographed."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"85","title":{"en":"wwi imperial german prussian pilot's badge"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25662/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War I Imperial German Prussian pilot's badge, likely from the WWI period. The silver-toned badge is oval, featuring a detailed biplane flying over a mountainous terrain with several buildings visible. It is bordered by a laurel wreath and surmounted by an ornate Prussian crown, with a decorative bow at the bottom. This badge signifies a pilot's qualification from the Imperial German forces.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:12:12.334Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25662,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25663/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25663/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"original imperial german abzeichen fuer militaer-flugzeugfuehrer, the prussian military pilot badge instituted in 1913 for qualified military aviators of the imperial german flying service. this example is a hollow-backed, die-struck late-war type, a construction generally associated with the later period of first world war manufacture when material conservation and simplified production became increasingly common. the badge retains the classic prussian pilot pattern with imperial crown, oak-and-laurel wreath, central aircraft and landscape motif, and tied bow at the base. the obverse remains sharply detailed, with strong definition throughout the crown, wreath, central device, and lower landscape. the reverse shows the characteristic negative relief of the hollow-struck construction and retains its period long vertical pin, barrel hinge, and wire catch assembly. the overall construction, hardware, surface aging, and patination are consistent with known original late-war examples. the badge displays honest age throughout, including finish wear, oxidation, and darkening to recessed areas, while preserving substantial original detail and visual presence. a desirable original late-war hollow-backed prussian military pilot badge, representative of the wartime production variants encountered among imperial german aviation insignia. condition as photographed."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"86","title":{"en":"wwi prussian pilot's badge"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25663/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War I Prussian pilot's badge. The badge is oval and silver-toned, depicting a biplane flying over a mountainous landscape with distant buildings. It is encircled by a laurel wreath, topped by a Prussian crown, and has a ribbon-like bow at the bottom. The overall design signifies a military aviation award for pilots in Prussia during WWI.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:13:02.151Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25663,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25664/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25664/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"offered here is an original imperial german abzeichen fuer marine-flugzeugfuehrer auf landflugzeugen, the qualification badge for kaiserliche marine landplane pilots, instituted by kaiser wilhelm ii on 23 february 1915. created specifically for naval aviators operating land-based aircraft, this badge is among the scarcer imperial german aviation qualifications and was issued to a comparatively small cadre of trained naval pilots. the badge is of gilt metal construction and features the characteristic imperial crown above a split wreath of laurel and oak, surrounding the soaring eagle beneath the radiant sun and over the distinctive terrestrial landscape associated with the naval landplane pattern. the wreath is joined by a prominent bow at the base. this configuration distinguishes the landplane pilot badge from the separate kaiserliche marine seaplane pilot badge, which employed a maritime scene with heligoland. the reverse retains its period vertical pin, barrel-style hinge, and catch arrangement, with the die-struck relief of the obverse visible through the reverse surface. the badge exhibits attractive age and patination, with surviving gilt finish, oxidation, and handling wear consistent with period use. the crown, eagle, wreath, sunburst, and landscape remain well defined. imperial german naval aviation badges were produced in relatively limited numbers compared with army aviation insignia. published references place the number of landplane pilot badges awarded at only about 230-231 examples, underscoring the scarcity of the type. a rare and historically important original kaiserliche marine landplane pilot badge, representing one of the most specialized aviation qualifications of the first world war. condition as photographed."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"87","title":{"en":"wwi imperial german navy landplane pilot badge"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25664/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWI Imperial German Navy Landplane Pilot Badge. The badge is an oval-shaped military award, likely made of gilt metal, featuring a central design of a biplane in flight over a landscape with a rising sun. It is surrounded by a laurel wreath and topped with a crown. The design suggests its origins as an early 20th-century aviation award for pilots in the Imperial German Navy.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:13:41.876Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25664,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25665/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25665/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25665/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25665/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"panzertruppenabzeichen der legion condor, or condor legion tank troops badge, awarded to german armored personnel who served with the legion condor during the spanish civil war. the badge features the distinctive oval oak-leaf wreath surrounding a prominent skull and crossbones, with an early tank depicted beneath, a dramatic design associated with the small german armored contingent that supported nationalist forces in spain from 1936 to 1939. rare weeidmann example. the lily pad hinge was replaced at some point. the catch is original. the condor legion is best remembered for its luftwaffe component, but germany also deployed a limited armored force to spain, providing both equipment and personnel whose combat experience would influence the development of german armored doctrine prior to the second world war. the panzertruppenabzeichen was instituted to recognize members of this armored contingent and was issued in very limited numbers, making surviving examples considerably scarcer than most later third reich combat badges. this example is of silvered metal construction and retains its original openwork design, with deeply pierced skull eye sockets, detailed crossbones, oak-leaf wreath, and separately defined tank motif. the reverse retains a vertical pin attachment system with period-style hinge construction. the badge exhibits honest age and wear throughout, including oxidation, surface darkening, areas of silver finish loss, and traces of verdigris consistent with long-term storage and handling. the reverse likewise shows substantial patination and age to the hardware and surrounding surfaces. an especially desirable and historically significant spanish civil war-era german military decoration, representing the formative period immediately preceding the creation of the wehrmacht's later panzer combat awards. condor legion armored badges are encountered far less frequently than standard wwii german decorations and remain highly sought after by advanced collectors of german armor, spanish civil war material, and prewar military awards. condition as photographed, with visible age, wear, oxidation, and finish loss consistent with an original period example."},"estimateMax":2500,"lotNumber":"88","title":{"en":"german tank memorial badge (weidmann type)"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25665/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a German Tank Memorial Badge, identified as a 'Weidmann type'. This military badge, likely made of silver-colored metal, features a prominent skull and crossbones motif at the top. Below the skull, a tank is depicted, and the entire design is encircled by a laurel wreath. The badge's subject matter relates to German armored forces, possibly commemorating veterans or fallen soldiers.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.081Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,200 - $2,500","currency":"USD","id":25665,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25666/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25666/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25666/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"offered here is a scarce imperial german airship veterans commemorative badge associated with the wartime luftschiffer service and bearing an especially important unit inscription. the badge features a finely rendered zeppelin in profile across an openwork oval wreath, with decorative bow treatment above and detailed foliage throughout. the reverse is prominently inscribed \"luftschiffer-abt. 16\" and \"tempelhofer-feld - frankreich, \" directly linking the piece to luftschiffer-abteilung 16 and its connection with the tempelhofer feld tradition and wartime service in france. at the center of the reverse appear the dates \"1886 - 1918,\" a powerful commemorative reference spanning the formative era of german military balloon and airship service through the end of the first world war. also present is an \"800\" silver fineness mark, identifying the badge as .800 silver. the reverse retains its horizontal pin, hinge, and catch assembly, with age toning and wear consistent with period manufacture and long-term preservation. the combination of the zeppelin motif, veteran commemorative function, luftschiffer-abteilung 16 inscription, tempelhofer feld reference, france service inscription, and .800 silver construction makes this example considerably more significant than an uninscribed airship badge. for the advanced collector, the personalized unit provenance is the defining feature, tying the badge to a specific formation within the german military aeronautical service. an exceptional and historically evocative wwi german airship veterans commemorative badge, offering direct association with the imperial german luftschiffer arm and enhanced by its unusually informative period inscription. condition as photographed."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"89","title":{"en":"wwi german airship vet commem badge inscribed"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25666/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWI German Airship Veteran Commemorative Badge. The badge, likely made of silver-toned metal, is oval-shaped and features a prominent airship, specifically a Zeppelin, in the center. The airship is horizontally oriented within a wreath composed of oak leaves, with a double-loop design at the top. The inscription mentioned in the catalog text is not clearly visible in the image, but the item's purpose is to commemorate airship veterans from WWI.","soldPrice":225,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:15:26.907Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25666,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25667/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25667/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25667/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"original imperial german airship crew badge, abzeichen fuer besatzungen von heeresluftschiffen, produced by the prestigious berlin firm c.e. juncker. the badge was associated with qualified personnel serving aboard german army airships during the first world war and represents one of the most distinctive and desirable qualification badges of the imperial german aviation service. the obverse features a finely rendered rigid airship in profile across the center of an oval wreath, with the imperial crown surmounting the badge and a tied bow incorporated into the upper portion of the wreath. the openwork construction gives the piece a particularly elegant appearance, while the detailed oak and laurel treatment and sharply defined zeppelin profile are characteristic of high-quality private-purchase imperial aviation insignia. the reverse is clearly maker marked \"c.e. juncker berlin, \" identifying one of the leading manufacturers of imperial german aviation badges. juncker was a major supplier of military insignia during the period and is well documented as a producer of high-grade imperial flying badges, including pieces in silver and .800 silver. period juncker aviation badges are known with the firm's berlin maker mark and traditional pin, hinge, and catch arrangements. this example retains its horizontal pin, barrel hinge, and wire catch assembly, with attractive age toning and wear throughout. the surface exhibits a pleasing mellow patina while retaining strong definition to the airship, wreath, crown, and bow. the overall construction, maker marking, and hardware are consistent with period juncker manufacture. imperial german airship personnel formed a comparatively small and highly specialized branch of the wartime aviation service. crews operated zeppelin and schuette-lanz rigid airships on reconnaissance and bombing missions over both the western and eastern fronts, as well as in long-range operations against britain. surviving airship crew badges are consequently far scarcer than the more commonly encountered pilot and observer badges and remain especially desirable to advanced collectors of early aviation insignia. a particularly attractive original wwi imperial german airship crew badge by c.e. juncker, berlin, combining an important maker, strong period construction, and direct association with the german military airship service of the first world war. condition as photographed."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"90","title":{"en":"wwi imperial german naval zeppelin crew badge"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25667/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWI Imperial German Naval Zeppelin Crew Badge. The badge is crafted from a silver-toned metal and features a horizontal Zeppelin airship at its center. This central motif is encircled by a laurel wreath, and the entire design is surmounted by a German imperial crown. The badge served as an award or commemorative item for naval Zeppelin crew members during World War I.","soldPrice":450,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:15:58.077Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25667,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25668/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25668/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25668/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25668/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"offered here is an original imperial german commemorative badge for army airship personnel, commonly known among collectors as the zeppelin badge, awarded to veterans of the german army airship service for qualifying service during the first world war. although conceived from the wartime airship tradition, the badge was formally issued in the immediate postwar period, circa 1920, to recognize the comparatively small number of men who had served as operational crew aboard german army rigid airships during 1914-1918. the badge features a finely rendered rigid airship in profile set horizontally across an openwork oval wreath of oak and laurel foliage, tied with a bow at the upper center. this crownless configuration is characteristic of the army airship commemorative badge and corresponds closely with documented original examples. the wreath retains strong botanical detail, while the airship shows clearly defined hull, control surfaces, and gondola details. the reverse is of solid openwork construction and retains its horizontal pin, barrel hinge, and catch assembly. a faint period stamp is visible on the reverse of the airship body. the surfaces exhibit natural age, toning, and wear throughout, with strong surviving detail and an attractive untouched appearance. original examples of this badge are scarce, reflecting the very limited size of the imperial german army airship service. contemporary reference material notes that only around 500 genuine wartime army airship crew personnel qualified for this form of postwar recognition. a highly desirable imperial german army airship crew commemorative badge, directly associated with veterans of germany's zeppelin and rigid-airship operations during the first world war. condition as photographed."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"91","title":{"en":"imperial german army airship commemorative badge"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25668/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is an Imperial German Army Airship Commemorative Badge from the WWI era. It is an oval-shaped badge, likely made of gilt metal, featuring a horizontal airship, specifically a Zeppelin, in the center. The airship is framed by a wreath of what appears to be oak leaves. The badge serves as a commemorative piece for individuals associated with airship operations in the German Army during World War I.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:16:37.433Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25668,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25669/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25669/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwi german 1914 iron cross patriotika photo brooch. wwi german 1914 iron cross patriotika photo brooch, soldier portrait imperial german 1914-pattern iron cross memorial photo brooch, home-front patriotika bearing the portrait of an unidentified soldier beneath the prussian crown and reinstitution date. this lot is a well-preserved example of german commercial patriotika produced during the great war - a decorative iron cross-form badge made not as a military decoration but as a sentimental keepsake for the home front. the cross bears the prussian royal crown at its upper arm and the numerals '1914' at its lower arm, framing a central glazed portrait medallion that holds a small period photograph of a young soldier in uniform, high collar and tunic buttons visible. no name, unit, or regimental marking accompanies the piece, and as is typical of this class of unmarked commercial jewelry, no separate published biography or maker's record has been located; the story of the man pictured survives only in the image itself. when kaiser wilhelm ii revived the iron cross on 5 august 1914 as germany mobilized for war, the symbol was rapidly adopted far beyond the battlefield. jewelers and novelty firms throughout the empire produced an enormous range of iron cross-form brooches, pendants, and lapel pins intended for wear by mothers, wives, sisters, and sweethearts - tokens of pride for a man serving at the front, and, all too often, mourning pieces for one who did not return. portrait brooches of this type, incorporating an actual photograph beneath a protective lens, represent one of the most personal categories of this wartime patriotic culture, turning a mass-produced national emblem into a private memorial. the badge is a stamped base-metal iron cross form with a fine beaded border, a high-relief crown at the top arm, and raised '1914' numerals struck along the lower limb. the central aperture holds a circular brass-toned frame and clear celluloid or mica cover protecting the mounted photographic print of the soldier, who faces the camera in three-quarter view. the reverse is plain sheet metal with four folded prong-style tabs securing the photo insert, and a bent double-wire hairpin/hatpin-style attachment fixed at the top for wear; no maker's mark is present. the photograph itself shows a prominent diagonal crack running through the sitter's face along with lighter creasing and surface spotting, condition issues common to this fragile class of object. the metal cross shows light overall tarnish and brassing to the raised high points with typical oxidation on the reverse, though the fold-over tabs and wire attachment remain intact and fully functional. a modest but genuinely evocative relic of the german home front - an anonymous soldier's face, framed within the nation's most enduring wartime symbol, carried close by someone who loved him."},"estimateMax":100,"lotNumber":"92","title":{"en":"wwi german 1914 iron cross patriotika photo"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25669/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWI German 1914 Iron Cross Patriotika Photo. The item is an Iron Cross medal, distinguished by its black and silver-toned multi-part construction, with '1914' embossed on the lower arm. A circular photographic portrait of a man, likely a soldier, is centrally mounted within the cross, covered by a clear material that shows some cracking. The top arm of the cross features an imperial crown, identifying it as a German patriotic souvenir or memorial from the WWI period.","soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:17:21.657Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $100","currency":"USD","id":25669,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25670/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25670/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25670/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25670/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25670/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25670/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25670/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25670/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25670/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25670/020/020.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"choice wwii luftwaffe fallschirmschuetzenabzeichen - paratrooper badge. choice wwii luftwaffe fallschirmschuetzenabzeichen, c.e. juncker, cased a c.e. juncker, berlin sw-marked luftwaffe fallschirmschuetzenabzeichen (paratrooper badge), complete with its original fitted presentation case bearing gilt fraktur lid lettering. offered here is the luftwaffe paratrooper badge, a two-piece qualification award struck by c.e. juncker of berlin, one of the most highly regarded manufacturers of third reich-period military and aviation insignia. a period-style typed collector identification card is present but repeats only the standard attribution and is not evidence of original ownership. the badge is catalogued strictly on its maker's marking, construction, and completeness with its case of issue. instituted on 5 november 1936 by order of hermann goering, the fallschirmschuetzenabzeichen was awarded to fallschirmjaeger upon successful completion of parachute training, including the qualifying jumps that certified a soldier as an operational paratrooper. the badge became one of the most recognizable qualification awards of the german armed forces, worn by the airborne troops who spearheaded the assault on crete in may 1941 and who fought thereafter as elite infantry on nearly every front of the war. early-to-mid-war juncker production, struck in tombak with fine hand-finishing, is considered among the most desirable variants surviving today, prized by collectors for crisp detail and correct period construction consistent with the firm's documented output. the badge displays a gilt-finished diving eagle with sharply rendered feather detail, talons clutching a swastika, set within an oxidized oval wreath of oak and laurel leaves showing an attractive, undisturbed dark patina with light edge wear. the reverse shows the correct period juncker construction: a block hinge with round wire pin and c-catch, two tightly seated rivets securing the eagle to the wreath, and a sharp, legible"},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"93","title":{"en":"wwii fallschirmjager badge in case, very rare"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25670/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a very rare WWII German Fallschirmjäger badge, presented in its original case. The badge features a golden-colored diving eagle clutching a swastika, encircled by an oval-shaped wreath, likely made of a darker metal or finished to appear so. The badge is housed within a dark blue, possibly velvet-lined, presentation case, suggesting its importance and ceremonial nature. This military award dates from the World War II era, signifying paratrooper qualification within the German armed forces.","soldPrice":475,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:18:24.133Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$2,000 - $3,000","currency":"USD","id":25670,"estimateMin":2000},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25671/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25671/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. department of the air force chaplain service wall plaque. circular department of the air force chaplain service wall plaque/emblem: tan/gold outer ring reading \"department of the air force\" above and \"chaplain service\" below, separated by side stars; blue central field with star, sculpted bald eagle on cloud, and shield pairing a christian cross with ten commandments tablets topped by a star of david; roman numerals mcmxlix (1949) below the shield. painted three-dimensional relief (wood/resin/metal type not confirmed from photos). appears complete with no significant damage visible. condition good as shown."},"estimateMax":70,"lotNumber":"94","title":{"en":"u.s. department of the air force chaplain service"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25671/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a U.S. Department of the Air Force Chaplain Service emblem or seal. The circular, multi-colored piece features a central blue field with an eagle and shield. The shield displays a Christian cross on one side and the Ten Commandments tablets on the other, symbolizing the chaplain's role. The outer ring is tan with the text \"DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE CHAPLAIN SERVICE\" and the date \"MCMXLIX\" (1949), indicating the year of establishment or significance. This emblem represents the spiritual support branch of the US Air Force.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.085Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $70","currency":"USD","id":25671,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25672/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25672/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25672/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"vietnam war: carter luggage 3-pocket grenade carrier, dsa-100 contract marked vietnam war-era u.s. three-pocket grenade carrier, ink-stamped under the top flap carter luggage mfg. co., dsa-100-0341, with a partial federal stock number reading 8465-201-501 - a commonly misdated piece of individual load-carrying equipment. this vertical canvas carrier is built as three stacked, individually flapped pockets, each intended to hold a single fragmentation or smoke grenade and each secured by its own pair of snap fasteners. it is standard-issue field equipment rather than a personally named or unit-marked item, and no individual service history attaches to this example; its interest lies in the surviving contractor and contract markings rather than in documented combat provenance. pieces of this pattern are frequently catalogued by dealers and collectors as world war ii production owing to their general resemblance to earlier three-pocket ammunition and utility pouches of that era. the stamp photographed here under the flap, however, is decisive: the dsa-100 contract prefix identifies procurement through the defense supply agency, the body that oversaw military logistics contracting from 1961 onward, and the 8465 federal supply classification is the standard code for individual field equipment issued to u.s. ground forces of the period. together these markings place manufacture squarely in the mid-to-late 1960s, within the vast procurement effort that outfitted american infantry - army and marine - for operations in vietnam. faint pencil or ink notations visible on the interior of the lower pockets (partially legible fragments resembling unit or property markings) are consistent with issue and personal marking practice but cannot be further identified from the photographs. constructed of heavy olive drab cotton canvas with bound flap edges and box-stitched seams, the carrier presents three full-width compartments in vertical stack. each pocket flap closes with two metal lift-the-dot style studs, the fastener finishes showing a mix of brass and steel-toned hardware consistent with wartime production variation. the ink stamp beneath the uppermost flap, though faded, remains partially legible and clearly shows the carter luggage mfg. co. name above the dsa-100 contract number and fsn reference. condition is very good for the type: light overall surface soiling and scattered small rust-toned spotting, with verdigris build-up at several of the metal snaps and eyelets consistent with age and storage. the canvas, webbing trim, and stitching remain intact throughout, with no structural tears or seam separations, and all three pocket flaps remain fully functional. a correctly dated, contractor-marked vietnam war grenade carrier whose dsa stamp settles a frequently confused period attribution and preserves a small, verifiable piece of the era's logistics record."},"estimateMax":70,"lotNumber":"95","title":{"en":"vietnam war: carter 3-pocket grenade carrier"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25672/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a Vietnam War era 'Carter 3-pocket grenade carrier'. It consists of three individual canvas pouches, stacked vertically, all in an olive drab or khaki color. Each pouch has a rounded flap closure secured by two metal snap fasteners. The material appears to be heavy-duty canvas, consistent with military-issue equipment from the period, designed for carrying grenades.","soldPrice":18,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:19:36.789Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $70","currency":"USD","id":25672,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25673/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25673/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25673/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25673/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25673/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25673/020/020.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25673/021/021.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. wwii-pattern bar ammunition rig comprising a six-pocket m1937 magazine belt, adjustable m1936-pattern web suspenders, and two attached canvas accessory pouches. constructed in khaki and olive-drab cotton canvas and webbing, with metal adjustment fittings, suspension hooks, and flap fasteners. a photographed belt marking appears to read \u201cboyt 42,\u201d indicating boyt manufacture in 1942. \u201cu.s.\u201d markings remain visible, together with a faded identification stencil on one shoulder strap.the m1937 belt was designed to carry twelve 20-round browning automatic rifle magazines, two in each of its six pockets. the assembled rig makes an effective display of american infantry equipment associated with the bar gunner."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"96","title":{"en":"wwii u.s. browning automatic rifle (bar) ammunition belt rig - m37"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25673/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII U.S. Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR) ammunition belt rig, specifically an M37 model. The item is a piece of military equipment, designed to carry ammunition. It is made of textile material, likely canvas, in a light tan or olive drab color, featuring multiple pouches and adjustable straps. The rig is displayed on a mannequin torso, showcasing its wearable configuration. Visible features include 'U.S.' markings on one of the pouches and metal hardware for adjustments and attachments.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:20:10.033Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25673,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25674/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25674/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"scarce wwii u.s. m1936 pistol belt rig: m1916 holster, twin m1910 canteens a complete u.s. army m1936 pistol belt field rig, comprising an m1916 leather holster for the colt m1911/m1911a1 .45 acp, a two-pocket m1923 magazine pouch, two m1910 canteens in canvas covers, and a carlisle-model first aid pouch - a fully assembled example of the load carried by sidearm-equipped american servicemen of the second world war. this grouping represents standard-issue field equipment worn by u.s. army and marine corps officers, tank and vehicle crews, military police, and other personnel armed with a pistol or carbine rather than the m1 garand rifle and its dedicated cartridge belt. its value lies in the completeness, originality, and display quality of the assembly rather than in a documented personal history. adopted in the years just prior to american entry into the war and standard through 1945, the m1936 pistol belt's full eyelet band allowed a soldier to configure his own combat load - canteens, holster, ammunition pouch, and medical kit - arranged according to role and theater. rigs of this type equipped men across every theater of the war, from armored crews and staff officers in north africa and europe to sidearm-carrying personnel in the pacific, and surviving examples such as this one offer a tangible cross-section of how the individual american serviceman actually wore his gear into the field. the khaki cotton web belt shows the characteristic full eyelet band, brass wire hangers, sliding keepers, and an adjustable buckle, allowing free placement of all fittings. the m1916-pattern holster is brown leather with an embossed 'u.s.' marking on the flap, a brass closure stud, sound stitching throughout, and its original rawhide leg tie. the two-pocket m1923 canvas magazine pouch retains its snap-front closures on both compartments. both m1910-pattern canteens are fitted with felt-lined canvas covers and correct metal cap-and-chain closures; one cover shows a faint but legible 'u.s.' stencil, consistent with the partial stenciling visible on the other. the carlisle-model first aid pouch retains its snap closure and is mounted at the opposite end of the belt from the holster. the lot is offered complete as photographed - belt, holster, magazine pouch, two covered canteens, and first aid pouch. overall condition is very good and service-honest: the canvas webbing shows light spot staining, age toning, and faint stenciling; the holster exhibits expected surface crazing, light scuffing, and edge wear while remaining structurally sound; and the brass fittings, snaps, and eyelets show only minor oxidation. all components are display-ready and complementary in wear and patina. a well-assembled, honestly worn wwii american field rig that puts the collector directly into the belt of the ordinary gi armed with a .45."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"97","title":{"en":"wwii u.s. m1936 pistol belt rig: m1916 holster"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25674/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII U.S. M1936 pistol belt rig, a piece of military equipment. The rig includes an M1936 pistol belt made of webbing, along with two canvas-covered canteens marked 'US', two small canvas pouches, and an M1916 leather holster. The components are typical of U.S. infantry gear from the World War II era. The color scheme is tan/olive drab for the canvas and webbing, with brown leather for the holster.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:20:46.141Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25674,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25675/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25675/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25675/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25675/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"pair of u.s. mk 2 \"pineapple\" grenades - inert / training (blue levers). pair of u.s. mark 2 \"pineapple\" fragmentation-style grenades offered as inert/training examples: cast-iron segmented bodies with heavy brown oxidation; each retains fuze head, safety pin, and pull ring. safety levers retain light blue paint remnants consistent with u.s. inert/dummy color coding; one lever is bent away from the body. sold as decorative/inert training pieces only; no claim of live fill. condition fair to good as shown."},"estimateMax":90,"lotNumber":"98","title":{"en":"pair of u.s. mk 2 \"pineapple\" grenades - inert /"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25675/view","tags":["uscollectibles_woaponsandarmor","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item consists of a pair of inert U.S. Mk 2 'pineapple' grenades, military ordnance replicas or deactivated originals. Dating to World War II, these grenades are characterized by their distinctive segmented, 'pineapple' shaped bodies, likely made of cast metal, and a brass fuse assembly with a safety lever. They are colored a weathered tan/green with some blue paint remnants on the safety levers.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:21:35.829Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $90","currency":"USD","id":25675,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25676/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25676/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german wehrmacht m31 pattern bread bag (brotbeutel 31) in tan canvas, a field-used haversack example with leather closure straps and steel attachment hardware, circa 1941-1944. offered here is an original german m31 bread bag, or brotbeutel 31, the standard-issue haversack carried by wehrmacht soldiers across all branches - heer, luftwaffe, kriegsmarine, and waffen-ss - throughout the second world war. adopted in 1931, the brotbeutel 31 remained in production and issue through the war's end, its canvas weight and shade varying according to contractor, date, and theater of supply. tan and olive-tan duck canvas variants such as this one are consistent with issue to the deutsches afrikakorps and other mediterranean and southern-front formations, though similar coloration also appeared in general wehrmacht issue as wartime shortages altered dye lots and material sourcing - color alone therefore cannot confirm a specific theater of service. worn at the small of the back on the combat belt via rear loops and steel hooks, the bag was a soldier's constant companion in the field, carrying hardtack and tinned rations, mess kit components, washing kit, and other daily necessities - the humble, unglamorous gear that sustained the ordinary infantryman on campaign from the desert to the eastern front. the bag is constructed of tan canvas body panels with a flap closure secured by a leather strap and tab, fastening to a stamped metal button; rear belt loops and steel hook attachments allow it to ride directly on the standard leather field belt. the main compartment retains the expected single-pocket configuration typical of the pattern, with canvas reinforcement stitching along the principal stress points and seams. condition is fair to good and consistent with honest field use: the canvas shows age-appropriate fading, surface soiling, and minor staining, with wear at the edges and fold lines from decades of handling. the leather closure strap and attachment loops exhibit expected creasing, dryness, and minor surface cracking, while the hardware - button, d-rings, and belt hooks - shows surface oxidation and finish loss consistent with age and prior service. a solid, honestly worn example of the classic wehrmacht bread bag, offering collectors an affordable and authentic piece of german infantry field equipment from the second world war."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"99","title":{"en":"wwii german m31 brotbeutel bread bag, tan canvas"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25676/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII German M31 Brotbeutel bread bag, a piece of military field gear from World War II. It is made of tan canvas, featuring a flap closure with buttons, internal compartments, and leather straps. The design is typical for carrying rations and personal items, with visible stitching and a somewhat worn appearance consistent with period use.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:22:28.989Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25676,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":30,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25677/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25677/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25677/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25677/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25677/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25677/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25677/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german wehrmacht zeltbahn 31 shelter quarter/poncho in splittermuster 31 (splinter camouflage), field-issued example with original buttons and grommets, circa 1938-1944. offered here is an original wwii german zeltbahn 31, the triangular shelter quarter that became one of the most iconic and ubiquitous pieces of field equipment issued to the heer and luftwaffe. no maker stamp or date marking is established in the supplied research, and no separate published provenance or unit history accompanies this piece; its story rests in the garment itself and in the broader documented history of german field equipment of the period. adopted by the reichswehr in 1931 and carried forward into wehrmacht service, the zeltbahn 31 was a masterpiece of modular field engineering. a single sheet could be worn by an individual soldier as a rain cape or camouflage cloak, while four sheets buttoned together formed a standard four-man pyramid tent, with additional sheets extending the shelter for larger squads. this dual-purpose design made the zeltbahn indispensable across every theater in which german ground and air forces operated, from the plains of poland and france to the eastern front and north africa. surviving examples, having endured years of exposure to rain, mud, and combat conditions, frequently show wear patterns consistent with genuine field use, and this piece is no exception. constructed of tightly woven, water-repellent cotton gabardine (makostoff), the sheet is printed in the distinctive angular splittermuster 31 pattern of green and brown geometric shapes overlaid with fine directional rain dashes, cut in the standard large triangular configuration. numerous original dished aluminum/zinc buttons remain along the edges and center, along with intact corner and edge grommets used for staking and joining sheets together. stitching is visible along the seams and buttonholes, consistent with wartime manufacture. no additional accessories, tent poles, or ropes accompany this lot. the fabric shows expected fading and tonal variation from age and sun exposure, along with light soiling, scattered spot staining, and small areas of abrasion or fraying along the edges and folds. some stitching wear is present around select buttonholes, though the overall structure of the sheet remains sound and displays well. a genuine, field-used example of the german army's iconic dual-purpose shelter quarter, its splinter camouflage and hardware intact enough to anchor any wwii german equipment collection."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"100","title":{"en":"wwii german zeltbahn 31 splittermuster shelter"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25677/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":30,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII German Zeltbahn 31 splittermuster shelter quarter, a versatile piece of military equipment used as a poncho, shelter half, or camouflage. Dating to World War II, it is made of fabric featuring the distinctive 'Splittermuster' (splinter pattern) camouflage, which includes brown, green, and tan geometric shapes. The item shows wear, including several small holes, indicative of its age and potential field use.","soldPrice":225,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:23:34.449Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25677,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25678/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25678/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german wehrmacht gefechtsgepaeck (combat a-frame). world war ii german infantry combat a-frame (gefechtsgepaeck): tan/khaki canvas webbing x-frame with top bar and lower band; light brown leather adjustment straps with buckles; metal d-rings at top and bottom corners; dark leather reinforcements at stress points. light staining and age discoloration to canvas; leather and metal with honest wear. condition good as shown."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"101","title":{"en":"wwii german wehrmacht gefechtsgepaeck (combat"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25678/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII German Wehrmacht Gefechtsgepaeck, a combat harness or equipment support system. It dates from World War II and is constructed from a combination of yellowish-tan canvas webbing and brown leather straps. The harness features metal buckles and rings for attaching other gear, characteristic of German military load-carrying equipment from the period.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:24:26.225Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25678,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25679/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25679/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"long narrow world war ii german equipment sleeve/pouch in splittermuster (splinter) camouflage with rain streaks: heavy cotton/canvas construction with fold-over top flap and heavy stitching. two small holes/frayed spots in the lower front panel; general fading and minor staining. exact intended contents (e.g., tripod leg, barrel, or optic sleeve) not marked on the piece as shown."},"estimateMax":90,"lotNumber":"102","title":{"en":"wwii german splittermuster with contents"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25679/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII German Splittermuster item described as having contents, likely a component of military field gear or a carrying case. Dating to World War II, it is made of fabric featuring the distinctive 'Splittermuster' (splinter pattern) camouflage, characterized by brown, green, and tan geometric shapes with vertical rain streaks. The item is tubular or rectangular in shape, suggesting it was designed to hold specific equipment.","soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:25:18.356Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $90","currency":"USD","id":25679,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25680/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25680/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25680/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwi german aviator's interim baton with elaborate cloth-stitch covering and imperial aviation pommel. offered here is an authentic wwi-era german aviator's interim baton, distinguished by its highly elaborate, precision-applied cloth-stitch covering. highly elaborate ceremonial baton typically associated with high-ranking army officers, serving instead as prestigious insignia for elite early-20th-century german military aviation personnel. the pommel is adorned with the official imperial german aviation motif, a bespoke detail that highlights the wearer's exalted status within the imperial german air service (fliegertruppen). during the infancy of aerial combat, the transition from ground-based rank customs to the specialized needs of the military aviation corps fostered the development of unique field-issued accoutrements. the aviator's interim baton was designed for practicality during flight and service duties while retaining the dignified iconography of the german officer corps. the national eagle emblem featured on the pommel serves as the defining mark of this rare aviation-specific provenance. this piece features the aforementioned cloth-stitched shaft, fitted with aged gilt and silvered metal mounts that display the natural patina consistent with a century of preservation. the wrist strap of woven bullion cord in red and gold remains intact, terminating in a matching tasseled end that echoes the intricate craftsmanship of period-specific military regalia. no other items accompany this lot. condition is very good throughout, exhibiting honest wear consistent with its age and provenance. the metal fittings retain a storied, period-correct character, the cloth-stitched shaft is structurally sound, and the tassel cord shows minimal fraying. a rare and evocative artifact of wwi german aviation history, suitable for the discerning collector of imperial military insignia."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"103","title":{"en":"rare imperial german aviator's stitched baton"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25680/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare Imperial German aviator's stitched baton, a piece of ceremonial or symbolic military insignia. Dating from the period of Imperial Germany, the baton is slender and appears to be made of a core wrapped in meticulously stitched cord or thread, possibly silk or fine textile. It features a white finial at one end and a decorative tassel with red and gold cords at the other, signifying its formal military context.","soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:26:06.478Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25680,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/020/020.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/021/021.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/022/022.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/023/023.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/024/024.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/025/025.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/026/026.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/027/027.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/028/028.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/029/029.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/030/030.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/031/031.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/032/032.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/033/033.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/034/034.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/035/035.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25681/036/036.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"offered here is an original-style standarte des fuehrers, the personal standard associated with adolf hitler as fuehrer and later supreme commander of the wehrmacht. the design was adopted in the mid-1930s and was used to signify hitler's presence at official functions, residences, military headquarters, and other state occasions. period regulations provided for the standard in several sizes; this example is the desirable 100 x 100 cm format, corresponding to groesse 2, one of the recognized regulation sizes for the exterior cloth standard. the square standard is executed on a red field with a large central white disc enclosing a black swastika, surrounded by a broad golden oak-leaf wreath. each corner carries a gold-colored eagle device, alternating between party and state/wehrmacht-style eagle patterns, all oriented toward the center. the field is framed by the characteristic black-and-white border associated with the fuehrerstandarte. this arrangement corresponds to period illustrations and surviving documented examples of the personal standard. of particular importance is the white reinforced hoist edge, which is clearly stenciled \"st. des fuehrers 100x100\", identifying the piece by function and regulation dimensions. surviving original 100 x 100 cm examples are known with essentially this same abbreviated designation on the hoist reinforcement, including examples marked stand. d. fuehrers together with the 100 x 100 cm size. the standard is of printed textile construction, with the complex eagle, wreath, and swastika imagery executed directly into the fabric rather than separately embroidered. period exterior fuehrerstandarten are documented in this printed form, while more elaborate embroidered standards were also produced for ceremonial and interior display. the present example retains strong red, black, white, and gold coloration, with folds, handling wear, and age evident throughout. the standarte des fuehrers was among the most recognizable personal command standards of the third reich and was displayed specifically in connection with hitler's presence. its use is documented in contemporary flag regulations and wartime identification material. a visually striking and historically significant example of a wwii german fuehrerstandarte in the regulation 100 x 100 cm size, retaining its important hoist designation and strong period appearance. condition as photographed."},"estimateMax":4000,"lotNumber":"104","title":{"en":"wwii german fuehrerstandarte flag 100x100cm"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25681/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII German Fuehrerstandarte flag, measuring 100x100cm. The flag is a piece of military or political historical textile. It features a prominent central black swastika on a white circle, surrounded by a gold wreath, all set against a red background. Four gold eagles with swastikas are positioned in the corners, and the flag has black and white borders. The design is characteristic of Nazi German heraldry from the World War II period.","soldPrice":2800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:27:24.615Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$2,500 - $4,000","currency":"USD","id":25681,"estimateMin":2500},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25682/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25682/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25682/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25682/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25682/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25682/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25682/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"extraordinary original-period schutzstaffel (ss) monumental double-sided runic hanging banner, measuring approximately 22.5 feet in length by 4.5 feet in width. constructed in black cloth with enormous separately applied white double sig runes on both sides, this is a true large-scale architectural or ceremonial hanging rather than a conventional flag, podium banner, or small barracks display. the scale is exceptional. comparable original ss hanging banners documented in established collections and auction archives are often approximately 7 to 8 feet in length, with widths in the 4.5- to 5-foot range. this example retains a similar width of approximately 54 inches, but extends to roughly 270 inches, or 22.5 feet, making it dramatically larger than the more commonly encountered ss hanging banners. the proportions and repeated insignia on both faces indicate manufacture for prominent suspended display in a large interior, institutional setting, headquarters, barracks, rally installation, or comparable ss venue where the banner could be viewed from more than one direction. construction is substantial and sophisticated. the black field is assembled from long machine-sewn textile panels, while the oversized white runes are individually cut, pieced, reinforced, and machine applied to both sides. close inspection shows the angular rune components made from multiple joined sections of white cloth, with diagonal reinforcement stitching at the bends and points. the double-sided construction required significantly more labor and material than a single-faced wall banner and is a notable feature of this example. of particular importance is the surviving woven ss/rzm control label reading \"vom reichsfuehrer ss befohlene ausfuehrung\", approximately \"manufactured/executed as ordered by the reichsfuehrer-ss, \" together with the ss runic and rzm devices. this style of control label is associated with officially regulated ss textile production and supports the banner's institutional manufacture. the banner retains strong black coloration, while the applied white runes have aged to an ivory tone and show staining, creasing, handling wear, and areas of discoloration consistent with long-term use and storage. the surviving seams, panel joins, applied rune construction, double-sided execution, and ss/rzm label provide significant detail for the advanced textile collector. a highly significant and visually imposing example of monumental ss display material, remarkable for its double-sided construction, enormous 22.5-foot length, applied cloth runes, and surviving ss/rzm approval label. its size and construction place it well beyond the category of ordinary ss podium, barracks, or meeting-hall banners and into the realm of major architectural or ceremonial display textiles. measures approximately 270 inches long by 54 inches wide. double-sided. condition as photographed, with age, staining, creasing, wear, and loose threads consistent with period use and storage."},"estimateMax":5500,"lotNumber":"105","title":{"en":"wwii german ss 22.5-ft monumental rally banner"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25682/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII German SS 22.5-ft monumental rally banner, a large propaganda textile from Nazi Germany. The banner is black with two prominent white 'SS' runes (stylized lightning bolts) running vertically down its length. Its substantial size suggests it was used for large public gatherings or rallies during the World War II period.","soldPrice":1400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:29:15.557Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$2,500 - $5,500","currency":"USD","id":25682,"estimateMin":2500},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26067/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26067/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26067/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26067/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26067/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26067/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"pair of wwii german heer binoculars marked and named to the us army vet who confiscated and brought back to the us. complete with case. shows wear."},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"105A","title":{"en":"wwii german heer binoculars - vet bring-back id'd"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26067/view","directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item consists of World War II German Heer binoculars, identified as a 'vet bring-back' and 'id'd', indicating a historical military collectible from the mid-20th century. The binoculars are black, featuring a textured or leather-wrapped exterior. They have adjustable eyepieces and a central focusing mechanism, with a worn fabric or leather strap. The metal components show signs of age and tarnishing. These field optics are characteristic of those used by the German army during WWII.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:29:46.158Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":26067,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25683/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25683/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25683/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii us army air corps miniature metal field flask, jerry can form, circa 1940s offered here is a small metal flask fashioned in the iconic profile of the jerry can, identified as us army air corps aviation support equipment. compact in scale, this vessel was specifically engineered for the precise task of dispensing lubricating oils or solvents directly into aircraft engine components, reflecting the specialized logistical requirements of allied ground crews and mobile support units during the second world war. during the 1940s, the us army air corps utilized these small-scale canisters for the maintenance of high-performance aeronautical machinery. the ribbed side panels-a hallmark of the jerry can design-were incorporated into these miniature vessels to provide structural integrity against mechanical stress and environmental factors, mirroring the efficiency of the larger, ubiquitous 20-liter fuel cans of the era. constructed of pressed sheet metal, the flask features an integrated top-mounted handle and a functional threaded screw cap. the piece displays a historical patina consistent with mid-century military field utility, including scattered surface oxidation, paint loss, and minor dents that verify its age and past service. no formal manufacturer markings are present, a trait common for specialized mission-issue auxiliary gear of the period. a compelling and authentic piece of 1940s aeronautical logistics, this flask offers a tactile connection to the equipment used by us army air corps personnel to maintain the complex machinery of the allied air war."},"estimateMax":80,"lotNumber":"106","title":{"en":"wwii us army air corps aircraft oil dispenser"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25683/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII US Army Air Corps aircraft oil dispenser, a piece of aviation maintenance equipment. Dating from World War II, the dispenser is a rectangular metal container, likely aluminum or steel, with a built-in circular indentation on its face. It features a small nozzle and cap on the top, designed for dispensing oil, reflecting its utilitarian military aircraft application.","soldPrice":40,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:30:30.713Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $80","currency":"USD","id":25683,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25684/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25684/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25684/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25684/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25684/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25684/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii vickers viscount multi-engine aircraft fuel management instrument sub-panel assembly, aluminum fascia mounting fuel quantity indicators, selector switches, and warning components, circa 1940s. offered here is a rare fuel management sub-panel sourced from a wwii-era vickers viscount, a self-contained assembly of tank-level indicators, selector switches, and associated warning fittings mounted to a riveted aluminum fascia bracket. while the viscount is often associated with the post-war era, this specialized component represents the complex fuel management systems engineered for multi-engine aircraft of the period, vital for tracking fuel distribution across main and auxiliary tanks to maintain proper flight balance. fuel management aboard such aircraft was a demanding task. flight engineers relied on dedicated panels of this configuration to monitor quantities, operate transfer and selector switches, and manage weight distribution throughout long-range missions. the assembly features a cluster of circular fuel quantity gauges with graduated dials, an array of toggle and rotary selector switches for tank operations, and associated indicator fittings secured to the aluminum fascia plate. the rear wiring harness has been cut and disconnected, consistent with removal from an aircraft rather than bench or shelf storage; the unit is untested, and no claim of operational function is made. mounting hardware and fascia screws remain largely intact, with instrument bezels and the plate showing typical service wear including surface oxidation, edge wear, and finish loss. no case, manual, or accompanying paperwork is present; the lot comprises the standalone sub-panel assembly only. the piece is offered strictly for historical display or restoration reference, serving as a tangible survivor of mid-century aeronautical engineering and the vital, unglamorous work of flight systems management."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"107","title":{"en":"wwii-era vickers viscount fuel management panel"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25684/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII-era Vickers Viscount fuel management panel, an aircraft instrument artifact. The panel features multiple circular gauges with numeric and textual indicators, along with various switches and buttons, arranged across a dark, rectangular board. The subject matter is aviation engineering and historical aircraft components. This piece is dated to the WWII era, associated with the Vickers Viscount aircraft. The materials appear to be metal and glass for the gauges and likely a composite material for the panel itself. Visual features include the array of instruments, clear labels such as \"FUEL\" and directional indicators, and visible wear consistent with age and use.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.087Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25684,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25685/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25685/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25685/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25685/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25685/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25685/012/012.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"original wwii-era u.s. m1923 cartridge belt constructed of khaki cotton webbing and designed to carry .30-06 ammunition in ten individual pockets, typically in m1 garand eight-round en-bloc clips or springfield rifle stripper clips. the belt retains its original bronze-colored hardware, snap closures, adjustment fittings, and numerous equipment eyelets along the lower edge for attaching additional field gear.the interior shows period ink markings, including a partially legible manufacturer/date stamp that appears consistent with wartime production. the belt exhibits honest field wear, staining, fading, oxidation and verdigris to several metal eyelets and fittings, along with minor edge and fabric wear. one area shows period stitching/repair consistent with service use.a well-used and visually appealing example of the standard u.s. infantry ammunition belt carried throughout world war ii. overall good, field-used condition with age and wear as shown."},"estimateMax":160,"lotNumber":"108","title":{"en":"wwii u.s. m1923 .30-06 cartridge belt"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25685/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII U.S. M1923 .30-06 cartridge belt, an example of military personal equipment. It features multiple tan canvas pouches designed to hold ammunition, fastened with brass-colored snaps. The belt itself is made of durable woven material, showing signs of use and wear consistent with its historical period. It is characterized by its modular design with several uniform compartments arranged along the length of the belt.","soldPrice":35,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:31:38.193Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $160","currency":"USD","id":25685,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25686/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25686/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25686/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25686/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25686/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"world war ii-era u.s. tan canvas ammunition / m2 demolition satchel bag with steel hardware and webbing strap fixtures offered here is an original world war ii-period u.s. military field satchel, of a type broadly associated with the m1 ammunition bag and m2 demolition-charge carrier pattern. constructed of heavy tan cotton duck canvas, the bag features period steel hardware and integral webbing strap fixtures typical of combat and engineer equipment issued in the early-to-mid 1940s. no fully legible manufacturer or inspector stamp survives on the example offered; faint traces of ink stamping are reported on the interior, consistent with contract markings that have faded with decades of service and storage. no unit or personal provenance has been identified for this piece, and no separate published history accompanies it - its story rests with the object itself. satchels of this general profile were issued widely across the u.s. army to infantry riflemen, combat engineers, and airborne troops, serving multiple roles in the field: carrying blocks of tnt or composition c explosive charges, spare ammunition clips, hand grenades, and sundry demolition tools. combat engineer battalions relied on bags of this type when rigging charges against bridges, bunkers, and beach obstacles during the european and pacific campaigns, while airborne sappers carried similar satchels into combat drops for immediate demolition tasking on landing. though this particular example carries no unit-specific markings or documentation, its form and materials place it squarely within that broad and essential category of wwii infantry and combat-engineer field equipment. the satchel is fashioned from substantial tan/khaki canvas duck, showing the characteristic weave and stitching of wartime contract manufacture, with a flap closure secured by steel hardware fittings. webbing strap loops remain along the body for attachment of a carry strap, and the steel snap and buckle fittings, though showing surface oxidation, appear functional and structurally sound. the main body retains its shape and stitching integrity throughout. no additional items accompany this lot. condition is fair to good for a vintage combat-service piece: the canvas shows moderate surface soiling and handling wear, with localized rust staining consistent with age and long storage, while the ink stamps that would typically identify contractor and inspection markings are largely faded or illegible. a solid, honest example of gi demolition and ammunition-carrying equipment, representative of the unglamorous but essential gear that supported american infantry and combat engineers through the campaigns of world war ii."},"estimateMax":80,"lotNumber":"109","title":{"en":"wwii us tan canvas ammo/demolition satchel"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25686/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII US tan canvas ammo/demolition satchel, representing military field gear. It is a soft-sided bag with a main flap closure secured by three button-snaps, and adjustable shoulder straps. The item dates from the WWII period. It is constructed from tan canvas, showing visible signs of use, dirt, and wear. Distinctive visual features include the large flap covering the main compartment, the metal hardware on the adjustable straps, and the overall rugged, utilitarian design typical of military satchels.","soldPrice":20,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:32:31.411Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $80","currency":"USD","id":25686,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25687/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25687/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25687/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25687/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25687/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25687/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25687/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25687/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25687/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25687/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german wehrmacht m34 tornister field pack - cowhide-flap combat knapsack with integral leather harness, third reich period original wwii german wehrmacht m34 tornister, the standard infantry field pack adopted in november 1934 and issued through the early war years before wartime hide shortages forced its replacement by all-canvas patterns. no individual soldier's name or unit provenance accompanies this example; its story rests in the pattern's well-documented service history and the pack's own surviving construction rather than a personal citation, and no separate biography or unit history has been located for this piece. nicknamed the 'affe' (monkey) by the men who carried it, the tornister 34 owed its distinctive look to the hair-on hide flap - commonly cowhide, calfskin, or horsehide, and known colloquially among collectors as 'pony fur' - stretched over the front of the pack to shed rain and snow in the field. built around a light wooden frame with canvas body panels and leather-reinforced seams, the tornister carried a soldier's mess kit, spare clothing, rations, and personal sundries on campaign, riding above the waist belt via its own set of leather and webbing harness straps that tied into the wehrmacht's broader y-strap and belt support system. as the war ground on and raw hide became scarce, the wehrmacht phased out the fur-covered tornister in favor of the m39 and later economy rucksacks built entirely of canvas, making surviving fur-covered examples a tangible snapshot of the more traditionally equipped early-war german infantryman. the pack presents with its original hair-on hide front flap intact, showing the expected areas of baldness, thinning, and rubbing along the edges and high-contact points consistent with genuine period field use. the canvas body retains light overall soiling, dust, and staining typical of a working combat pack. the leather straps, buckles, and connecting loops of the integral harness remain present and structurally serviceable, with surface crazing, stiffness, and scattered verdigris on the metal hardware consistent with age. internal canvas dividers and closure straps appear intact and functional. no maker stamps, unit markings, or dated acceptance stencils are clearly visible in the photographs provided, and identification as an m34 pattern rests on the pack's construction and hide covering rather than a confirmed stencil. condition throughout is honest and unrestored, presenting as a well-used piece of front-line german field equipment rather than a pristine warehouse survivor. a solid, honestly worn example of the increasingly scarce fur-flap tornister 34 - the classic 'affe' pack that outfitted the german infantryman before wartime shortages consigned it to history."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"110","title":{"en":"wwii german m34 tornister fur pack \"affe\""},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25687/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII German M34 Tornister fur pack, also known as an \"affe,\" which is a type of military backpack. The pack features a prominent front flap covered with dark brown fur, suggesting an animal hide material. It dates to the WWII period and is of German origin. The materials include fur and what appears to be canvas or webbing for the body and straps, along with some metal components. Notable visual features are the dark, shaggy fur covering the front, leather straps, and metal attachment points on the sides and bottom, indicating its function as a robust carrying pack.","soldPrice":70,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:33:28.211Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25687,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25688/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25688/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25688/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25688/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25688/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german wehrmacht gas mask canister (tragebuechse 38) with original carrying strap - fluted steel case for gm-30/gm-38 respirator offered here is a complete german wehrmacht gas mask canister, or tragebuechse, standard-issue protective equipment carried by german soldiers throughout the second world war. no named recipient or individual soldier's history accompanies this piece; its significance rests in its status as genuine front-line issue equipment rather than any documented personal provenance, the story here being that of standard wehrmacht field kit rather than a named veteran. first adopted in 1930 and refined into the taller model 1938 pattern represented by this example, the fluted steel canister was designed to be slung across the back or chest on a webbing strap, keeping the soldier's respirator, filter cartridge, and spare lens instantly accessible in the event of a gas attack. though large-scale chemical warfare never materialized on the western or eastern fronts as it had during the first world war, the canister remained compulsory issue for every combat soldier, and period photographs from poland, france, north africa, and the eastern front consistently show the distinctive fluted tube worn across the body. its interior compartment was designed to hold the folded rubber respirator, spare eyepiece lenses, and cleaning cloth, while the hinged, latching lid kept moisture and debris out under field conditions. the canister is constructed of pressed and fluted sheet steel, retaining a discernible original paint finish with expected surface wear, scattered minor surface rust, and edge oxidation consistent with extended field use. the hinged closure lid operates on its latch mechanism, and the pull-tab closure remains present. the original canvas/webbing carrying strap survives intact and attached, a component frequently lost, broken, or repurposed after the war, which adds meaningfully to the completeness and collectability of this example. no respirator, filter, insignia, or paperwork accompanies this lot; as catalogued, this is the canister and strap alone. condition is consistent with honest period field use: expected paint loss and light oxidation throughout, with the metal body remaining solid and structurally sound and the strap supple and complete. a solidly complete, honestly worn example of standard-issue wehrmacht gas mask equipment, distinguished by the survival of its original carrying strap - a detail too often missing from surviving examples on today's market."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"111","title":{"en":"wwii german wehrmacht gas mask canister, complete"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25688/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII German Wehrmacht gas mask canister, presented as a complete military artifact. It is a cylindrical container with a removable lid, designed to protect a gas mask. The item dates to the WWII period. It is made of metal, painted in an olive green or field grey color, and shows signs of wear, including paint chipping and some surface rust. Visual features include the vertical ribbing along the canister's body, the hinged clamps securing the lid, and a textured, worn finish.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:34:06.111Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25688,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25689/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25689/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25689/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25689/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25689/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25689/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german wehrpass named to alfons edir - landshut / landau a. is., 1940. this wehrpass group is named to alfons edir. the cover shows the printed reichsadler with hakenkreuz wreath and fraktur title \"wehrpass, \" cloth-tape spine, handwritten \"e.\" in the small box, and heavy age wear. the back is printed metten & co., nationaler werbedruck, berlin sw 61, \"neudruck februar 1939.\" interior page 1 records wehrnummer \"landshut 09/216/1,\" vorname alfons / familienname edir, arbeitsbuch \"300 / 14863,\" erkennungsmarke notations including \"st. battr. nr. 1084\" and a line consistent with \"hc. staffel. g. u. a. abt. 223,\" issued at landau a. is. on 12.1.1940 with wehrbezirkskommando dienststempel and hauptmann (w.b.o.) signature. yellowed pages with light creasing/staining. additional interior service entries may appear in the remaining photos. offered as a historical document. condition fair to good as shown."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"112","title":{"en":"wwii german wehrpass named to alfons edir"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25689/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII German Wehrpass, a military service identification booklet, named to Alfons Edir. This historical document from the WWII period is a printed booklet with a grey cover. The language is German, and the script is visible on the cover. Key visual features include the German Wehrmacht eagle insignia with a swastika, the prominent word \"Wehrpaß\" printed on the cover, and a blank rectangular box below, likely for personal details, all showing signs of age and wear.","soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:35:07.350Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25689,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25690/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25690/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25690/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german medical dressings group with ostland \"banitis\" tobacco pack. small world war ii german medical/personal group: brown-paper \"3 mullbinden / 4 m x 7 cm / hergestellt: 1938 / wehrkreis-sanitaetspark viii\" package; cloth field dressing stenciled \"im dampfe keimfrei gemacht bei 120 degrees, \" circled \"50,\" \"1942,\" maker paul hartmann a.-g. heidenheim (brenz) / paris with foxing; olive cloth verbandpaeckchen tied with string, dated 1940, \"dr. degen & \" (rest partially obscured), steam sterilization note 19.1.1940, circled \"101\"; and a sealed \"banitis\" 25 gr. tobacco pack marked tabakindustrie-ostland / riga with rm -.10 price (modern plastic sleeve). age staining and wear throughout. condition good as shown."},"estimateMax":110,"lotNumber":"113","title":{"en":"wwii german medical dressings group with ostland"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25690/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII German medical dressings group, including items with 'Ostland' references, representing historical military medical supplies. The group comprises four distinct packages: two rectangular fabric-wrapped bundles (one dated 1942), a smaller paper-wrapped box dated 1938, and a small, clear plastic-wrapped package labeled \"BANITITIS.\" The items date from the WWII period. Materials include paper, fabric (possibly linen or cotton), and some plastic for the outer wrapping of one item. German script is visible on all packages, with dates like 1938, 1940, and 1942 clearly printed, along with other textual information related to their contents and origin.","soldPrice":70,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:35:39.622Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$60 - $110","currency":"USD","id":25690,"estimateMin":60},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25691/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25691/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25691/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german stielhandgranate splittermantel (fragmentation sleeve) - oxo. world war ii german splittermantel fragmentation sleeve for a stielhandgranate stick-grenade head: hollow steel cylinder with squared pre-fragmentation grid; retains substantial dark field-grey/olive paint; three spring clips at one end; manufacturer stamp \"oxo\" (teuto-metallwerke gmbh) on a segment near a clip. heavy rust in recesses, edges, and interior. offered as an inert accessory sleeve only (no explosive head). condition fair as shown."},"estimateMax":90,"lotNumber":"114","title":{"en":"wwii german stick grenade fragmentation sleeve"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25691/view","tags":["uscollectibles_woaponsandarmor","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII German stick grenade fragmentation sleeve. It is a cylindrical metal sleeve, externally ribbed with a grid pattern, designed to enhance the fragmentation effect of a stick grenade. The metal appears weathered with some rust and a dark, possibly olive drab, finish. It includes two metal loops on one side for attachment. This piece is a component of military ordnance from the World War II period, specifically an accessory for German hand grenades.","soldPrice":225,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:36:09.397Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $90","currency":"USD","id":25691,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25692/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25692/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25692/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25692/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25692/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwi us model 1917 vb rifle grenade igniter - mid-20th century relic offered here is a heavy, machined steel cylindrical relic identified as a component of the us model 1917 vb rifle grenade ignition system, consistent in form with initiator hardware used during the first world war and into the mid-20th century. devices of this type were essential components of the vb rifle grenade system, which allowed infantrymen to fire grenades from standard service rifles, serving as the core initiator hardware for combat engineering and trench warfare. the shoulder stamping, a clear block letter \"l\" alongside a second, less legible inspection-style cipher, is consistent with contractor or arsenal proofing practice of the era. while often associated with the wwi period, the precise theater or program to which this specific component belonged cannot be confirmed. the body is a heavy, dark-patinated machined steel cylinder with fine circumferential tooling marks running the length of the sides and a rounded, slightly domed shoulder. struck into the shoulder is the block letter \"l\" together with a fainter secondary stamp of uncertain reading. set into the top face are two fittings flanking a central axial bore: a brass-toned threaded nozzle or insert with a small internal orifice and visible tarnish/oxidation, and a slotted, spool-profiled steel plug of screwdriver-turn type; a thin curled metal retaining tab survives between the two, still sprung against the brass fitting. the flat base carries two further ports-a copper-lined central channel and a smaller offset threaded brass-lined port-both intact and unobstructed. a solidly built and distinctively marked ordnance component."},"estimateMax":90,"lotNumber":"115","title":{"en":"wwi us model 1917 vb rifle grenade"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25692/view","tags":["uscollectibles_woaponsandarmor","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWI U.S. Model 1917 VB rifle grenade. It features a dark-colored, possibly cast iron or steel, cylindrical body with two distinct metal components on its top: a brass-colored pointed cap and a larger, flat-headed screw. A 'L' marking is visible on the side of the main body. This grenade is an example of early 20th-century American military ordnance designed to be fired from a rifle, dating specifically to the World War I period.","soldPrice":225,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:36:36.931Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $90","currency":"USD","id":25692,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25693/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25693/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25693/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25693/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25693/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25693/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25693/014/014.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"original world war i imperial german model 1917 rifle grenade, commonly known to collectors as the \u201cink pot\u201d grenade due to its distinctive squat cylindrical profile.introduced during 1917, this pattern was designed for use with a rifle-mounted cup-type launcher and was broadly comparable in concept to contemporary french rifle-grenade systems. the grenade features a heavy cylindrical metal body with a domed upper section and central axial opening, along with the characteristic internal and threaded components associated with the model 1917 design. contemporary and collector references identify this pattern as the gewehrgranate 17 / karabingranate 1917. this example shows substantial age and battlefield-type wear, including oxidation, pitting, surface roughness, finish loss, and general corrosion throughout. the body can be separated, revealing its internal threaded assembly and surviving internal components. the piece retains strong visual character despite its relic condition.an uncommon wwi imperial german model 1917 \u201cink pot\u201d rifle grenade, displaying substantial age and honest period wear. inert collectible only."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"116","title":{"en":"wwi imperial german model 1917 \u201cink pot\u201d rifle grenade"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25693/view","tags":["uscollectibles_woaponsandarmor","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWI Imperial German Model 1917 \"ink pot\" rifle grenade, a piece of military ordnance. The grenade is made of a dark, weathered metal, exhibiting a robust and somewhat crude construction. Its shape is distinctive, with a cylindrical base and a domed top section, featuring a central threaded opening and faceted sides. Surface rust and pitting are visible, indicating its age and material.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:36:56.236Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25693,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25694/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25694/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25694/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25694/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25694/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25694/012/012.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german uebungs-stielhandgranate 24 - perforated practice-head training stick grenade with original turned wooden handle offered here is an original world war ii german uebungs-stielhandgranate 24, the reusable practice variant of the ubiquitous model 1924 stick grenade familiar to collectors as the \"potato masher.\" no individual soldier's provenance accompanies this example, and no legible maker code or dated ordnance stamp is confirmed from the photographs; its history rests in its construction and markings as a documented training tool rather than in a personal citation or biography. the m24 stick grenade, adopted in 1924 and produced in the tens of millions through the war, became the signature hand grenade of the german army in every theater of operations, from the polish campaign through the eastern front and normandy. training establishments required a safe, reusable means of drilling recruits in the throwing motion, fuze-pull sequence, and timing before live ordnance was issued. the pierced sheet-metal canister on this example allowed a low-power spotting or smoke charge (uebungsladung) to vent through the perforations and simulate detonation without destroying the head, permitting repeated use across countless training exercises. because these devices were built for reuse rather than single detonation, and because they were produced in far smaller numbers than combat-pattern grenades, surviving examples with intact perforated canisters and original handles are considerably scarcer on today's market. the grenade presents in honest, service-used condition. the pierced metal canister retains dark oxidation and an even surface patina consistent with age and handling, with the gas-escape vent holes intact and unobstructed. the turned wooden handle remains attached, showing expected surface drying, small dings, and handling wear typical of field-issued training equipment, and the bottom end-cap assembly is present. no additional accessories, cases, or paperwork accompany this lot; the grenade is offered as the sole item pictured. the condition of any internal components has not been verified, and this lot should be handled and shipped in accordance with applicable regulations governing ordnance-related material. overall the piece presents in good, stable, display-ready condition for its age and type. a scarce, honestly worn survivor of wehrmacht ordnance training - a tactile link to the recruits drilled with it before they carried the m24 into every campaign of the war."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"117","title":{"en":"wwii german m24 practice stick grenade"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25694/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII German M24 practice stick grenade. It consists of a distinctive wooden handle with a red-painted, perforated metal head. The wooden handle shows signs of wear and age, and the red color of the head indicates its designation as a practice or inert munition. This piece is an example of German military training equipment from the World War II era, replicating the iconic 'potato masher' grenade design.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:37:51.727Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25694,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25695/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25695/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25695/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25695/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25695/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"original wwii imperial japanese type 91 fragmentation grenade, developed for use both as a conventional hand grenade and in conjunction with the japanese type 89 grenade discharger. the heavy cast-iron body features the distinctive deeply segmented exterior intended to aid fragmentation and handling.the grenade retains its brass percussion-type fuze assembly with safety wire/pin and remnants of the original pull cord. traces of red paint remain around the upper body and fuze area, a feature associated with japanese explosive ordnance markings. the body retains an overall dark finish with scattered surface wear and age.the underside shows the characteristic type 91 base arrangement originally designed to accept the grenade's removable propelling attachment, distinguishing it from the later type 97 hand grenade, which generally utilized a solid base. the type 91 employed a longer delay when configured for projection from the type 89 discharger. bullet pickerthis example has been rendered inert/empty, with no explosive contents present. the interior is visible through the opened body. displays substantial original character, including finish wear, oxidation, surviving paint, and deterioration to the pull cord consistent with age."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"118","title":{"en":"wwii japanese type 91 fragmentation grenade \u2013 inert"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25695/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is an inert WWII Japanese Type 91 fragmentation grenade, a military collectible. The grenade is primarily made of dark-colored metal, with a brass-toned fuse assembly at the top featuring a small wire and braided cord. Its body is heavily segmented with a grid pattern, designed for fragmentation. A distinctive red band is visible around the upper part of the body, below the fuse mechanism.","soldPrice":250,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:38:14.186Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25695,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25696/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25696/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25696/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25696/012/012.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"original wwii imperial japanese type 99 hand grenade, commonly known to collectors as the \u201ckiska\u201d grenade. introduced in 1939 as a lighter offensive grenade, the type 99 is readily identified by its smooth cylindrical cast-iron body with raised upper and lower rims, rather than the deeply segmented body found on the type 97 and type 91 grenades. this example retains its characteristic brass percussion-type fuze assembly and surviving safety-wire components. the body retains much of its original dark finish with scattered oxidation, surface wear, and traces of red paint around the upper plate. the brass fuze exhibits an attractive aged patina with discoloration and oxidation consistent with age.the type 99 represented an improvement over the earlier type 97 pattern, incorporating a revised striker arrangement that eliminated the need to screw down the striker before use. wartime u.s. intelligence sources describe it as approximately 3½ inches long and 1¾ inches in diameter, with a smooth, non-serrated body. this example is inert and offered strictly as a historical collectible, with no representation of live explosive content. overall, a scarce and visually distinctive example of the japanese type 99 \u201ckiska\u201d grenade showing honest wartime age, patina, and wear."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"119","title":{"en":"wwii japanese type 99 \u201ckiska\u201d hand grenade"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25696/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII Japanese Type 99 \"Kiska\" hand grenade, a piece of military ordnance. The grenade features a dark, cylindrical metal body with a slightly flared base. A brass-toned cylindrical fuse is prominently displayed at the top, secured by a small metal pin. The surface shows wear and some discoloration, characteristic of its age and use.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:38:36.633Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25696,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25697/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25697/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25697/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25697/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25697/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25697/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"imperial japanese army type 89 knee mortar projectile, inert. this lot features an inert, demilitarized example of the standard high-explosive round utilized by the type 89 grenade discharger, commonly referred to as the 'knee mortar.' the projectile exhibits the characteristic streamlined body and drive band design specific to the imperial japanese infantry support weapon that saw widespread use across the pacific theater from 1932 through the end of the second world war. artillery and mortar support were essential to japanese infantry tactics in the jungle and island environments of the pacific. the type 89 mortar, known for its portability and versatility, allowed japanese forces to provide accurate plunging fire against allied positions. surviving examples of these projectiles serve as critical physical links to the brutal, close-quarters combat that defined the island-hopping campaigns, representing the industrial design and logistical reach of the imperial japanese ordnance machine. the projectile body retains its original form, showing surface oxidation and patina consistent with its age and environment. the drive band remains intact and visible, and the shell demonstrates the weight and profile characteristic of the 50mm mortar rounds deployed by the imperial japanese army. it stands as a significant relic of pacific war ordnance, highlighting the tactical implementation of infantry-carried indirect fire systems during the conflict."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"120","title":{"en":"wwii japanese type 89 knee mortar projectile"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25697/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII Japanese Type 89 knee mortar projectile, a type of military ordnance from World War II. The projectile has a cylindrical body with a rounded top and is painted black with a prominent red band near the top and a yellow band below it. It features a brass-colored fuse mechanism and a woven pull cord attached. 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The knife features a dark, straight blade with a rounded tip, and a stacked leather washer grip. The accompanying sheath appears to be made of leather and canvas, with a metal tip and securing strap. This iconic military utility and fighting knife dates to the World War II period, widely used by U.S. Navy and Marine Corps personnel.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:39:49.730Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25698,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25699/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25699/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25699/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25699/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25699/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25699/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25699/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"world war i u.s. army model 1910 haversack, manufactured by canvas products co., st. louis, missouri, and clearly dated october 1918. the m1910 haversack was the standard field pack carried by the american doughboy during the first world war and formed the core of the u.s. army's modular individual equipment system, designed to carry clothing, rations, mess equipment, and other field necessities while integrating with the cartridge belt and accompanying equipment. this example is constructed of khaki/olive drab cotton canvas and retains its characteristic large folding body, exterior meat-can pouch, adjustable shoulder straps, webbing, blackened metal hardware, and leather reinforcement tabs. the large \"u.s.\" stencil remains prominently visible on the exterior flap. the pack opens fully to reveal the original internal strap arrangement and field configuration, with the maker's marking plainly stamped on the interior: \"canvas products co / oct / 1918.\" canvas products company was an active wartime government contractor, and period u.s. procurement records specifically document the firm supplying haversacks and other canvas equipment to the army during 1918. the october 1918 date places this example at the very end of america's wartime production effort, only weeks before the armistice of november 11, 1918. the pack remains notably complete, retaining its web shoulder straps, attachment hooks, adjustment hardware, leather reinforcement pieces, securing straps, and meat-can pouch. the canvas displays attractive field age, staining, fading, edge wear, and handling marks consistent with genuine service and storage. the leather tabs show expected drying and surface wear, while the blackened metal hardware retains strong period character. an excellent, highly displayable example of the wwi u.s. army m1910 haversack, especially desirable for its clearly legible canvas products co. october 1918 maker/date stamp, intact hardware, and largely complete configuration. a classic piece of american doughboy field equipment suitable for an advanced wwi u.s. militaria collection."},"estimateMax":80,"lotNumber":"122","title":{"en":"wwi u.s. army model 1910 haversack"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25699/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWI U.S. Army Model 1910 haversack, a piece of military field gear from World War I. The haversack is made of drab olive-colored canvas, featuring a main flap closure with a visible snap fastener. The letters \"U.S.\" are stenciled in black on the front flap, and it includes adjustable shoulder straps and additional securing straps with metal clips.","soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:40:35.376Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $80","currency":"USD","id":25699,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25700/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25700/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25700/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25700/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25700/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25700/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25700/020/020.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25700/021/021.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25700/022/022.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25700/023/023.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25700/024/024.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25700/025/025.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25700/026/026.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. wwii m1916 leather holster for the colt m1911/m1911a1 .45 acp, mounted on an olive drab m1936 webbing pistol belt this lot presents a classic world war ii u.s. army sidearm rig: an m1916-pattern leather holster paired with its companion m1936 woven cotton pistol belt, the standard field combination issued to officers and ncos carrying the colt m1911 and m1911a1 .45 acp service pistol. no individual soldier's name or unit marking is visible on either piece, and no separate biography attaches to this rig; its significance rests in its type, government-contract manufacture, and honest period service wear. adopted in 1916 and carried through both world wars and into vietnam, the m1916 holster became one of the most enduring pieces of u.s. military leather equipment of the twentieth century. manufactured under contract by firms such as boyt, milwaukee saddlery, warren leather goods, and enger-kress, it followed a standardized pattern: a boxed flap embossed with 'u.s.' within an oval, brass wire hangers for belt mounting, and a leather thong for securing the holster to the leg. it was worn by american infantry officers, tank crews, military police, and airmen across the north african, european, and pacific theaters, riding on the m1936 pistol belt - a heavy cotton webbing belt fitted with three rows of blackened or brass eyelets that let the wearer configure canteen covers, first-aid pouches, and magazine pockets as mission and rank required. the holster is constructed of thick saddle leather, showing the embossed oval 'u.s.' stamp to the flap, with brass hanger hooks and rivets exhibiting verdigris patination consistent with age and field use; the leather surface shows scattered crazing, scuffing, and finish wear, and the leg tie-down thong remains present. stitching throughout appears intact and structurally sound. the accompanying m1936 web belt is finished in olive drab cotton webbing, retaining its rows of blackened metal eyelets and belt hardware with light oxidation, the fabric showing light age fading and minor fraying or soiling typical of genuine period service rather than long undisturbed storage. no additional accoutrements, ammunition pouches, or paper ephemera accompany this lot - the rig is offered as the holster and belt alone. maker stamps, if present beneath the flap or on the belt hardware, were not confirmed and should be checked on examination. condition throughout is fair to good for a piece of this age and type, entirely consistent with a working combat-issue rig rather than a parade-ground example. a solid, honestly worn wwii u.s. sidearm rig that captures the standard-issue look of the american g.i. armed with his .45, ready for research or display alongside a period m1911a1."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"123","title":{"en":"wwi -wwii us m1916 holster & m1936 pistol belt"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25700/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item consists of a WWI-WWII U.S. M1916 holster and a M1936 pistol belt. The holster is made of brown leather, showing wear and a distinct, curved shape designed for a pistol. The belt is a khaki or olive drab canvas web belt, featuring numerous grommets and a metal buckle, indicative of U.S. military issue. This set represents standard American military accoutrements spanning both World War I and World War II, used for carrying a sidearm and ammunition.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:42:04.867Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25700,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25701/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25701/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25701/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25701/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25701/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25701/012/012.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"original wwii-era soviet red army officer/command staff leather belt, featuring the distinctive m1935-pattern brass buckle with a large raised five-pointed star and central hammer-and-sickle emblem.the buckle is constructed in heavy brass with an open rectangular frame surrounding the finely detailed soviet star. radiating lines decorate the arms of the star, while the circular center displays the hammer and sickle against a textured background. this style of buckle was associated with officers and command personnel of the red army during the prewar and world war ii period. comparable museum examples are dated to the period before 1945. the belt itself is constructed of substantial dark-brown leather with stitched edges and decorative reinforcement stitching. it retains its original brass adjustment stud, multiple sizing holes, and opposite-end fastening hardware. overall length is approximately 43\u201344 inches as photographed.the leather exhibits extensive period wear, including surface crazing, finish loss, edge wear, scuffs, and areas of dryness, while remaining substantially intact. the brass buckle has developed an attractive mellow patina with scattered scratches and handling marks consistent with age and service use."},"estimateMax":100,"lotNumber":"124","title":{"en":"wwii soviet red army m1935 officer\u2019s leather belt & brass buckle"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25701/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII Soviet Red Army M1935 officer\u2019s leather belt with a brass buckle, an example of military uniform accessories. The belt itself is made of dark brown leather, showing some creasing and wear. The central feature is a rectangular brass buckle, prominently featuring a raised five-pointed star with the Soviet hammer and sickle emblem in the center, encircled by a ring.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:42:43.401Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $100","currency":"USD","id":25701,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25702/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25702/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25702/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25702/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25702/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25702/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"offered here is an authentic u.s. military-issued medical field bag from the vietnam war era. designed for the carriage of essential first-aid supplies in the field, this satchel embodies the rugged utility characteristic of u.s. army medical department gear during the conflict. the bag is constructed from durable olive drab cotton canvas, featuring the iconic geneva red cross emblem prominently printed on the front flap. secure closure is provided by dual buckle straps, and it is equipped with an integrated shoulder strap designed for combat carry. consistent with period military specifications, the bag demonstrates the specific fabrication quality and structural details associated with official issue medical equipment of the vietnam theater. this specimen remains in good condition, showing honest signs of field use, including light surface wear and characteristic creasing to the heavy canvas. the structural integrity of the seams remains firm, and all original buckles and strap hardware are fully functional. the red cross emblem remains clear and legible. this is an excellent opportunity to acquire a genuine piece of vietnam-era medical militaria, ideal for collectors focusing on battlefield first-aid history or period-correct display groupings."},"estimateMax":80,"lotNumber":"125","title":{"en":"us vietnam war era medical field satchel"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25702/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a U.S. Vietnam War era medical field satchel, a piece of military medical equipment from the Vietnam War. The satchel is made of olive green canvas, featuring a large, faded red cross symbol prominently painted on its flap. It has an adjustable shoulder strap and various fasteners and straps for securing contents, typical of field medical bags.","soldPrice":70,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:44:00.118Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$20 - $80","currency":"USD","id":25702,"estimateMin":20},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25703/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25703/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25703/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25703/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25703/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"presented is a fine example of a late 19th-century u.s. military leather cartridge pouch, specifically designed for the .30-40 krag-jorgensen rifle. this piece is distinguished by its prominent embossed \"us\" insignia on the front flap and includes period-appropriate dummy rounds, representing the standard-issue equipment utilized by infantry during a pivotal era of american tactical transition. the item exhibits the characteristic patina of period-appropriate bridle leather, showing moderate wear commensurate with its age and historical service. the construction reflects the robust craftsmanship typical of government-contracted accoutrements from this period, serving as a compelling artifact for the serious collector of americana and military history."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"126","title":{"en":"us krag-jorgensen .30-40 leather cartridge pouch"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25703/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a U.S. Krag-Jorgensen .30-40 leather cartridge pouch, designed to hold ammunition for the Krag-Jorgensen rifle. The pouch is made of dark brown leather, featuring an embossed \"US\" oval logo on its front flap. It has visible stitching around its edges and a brass-toned stud fastener. This military accessory dates to the period when the Krag-Jorgensen rifle was in service with the U.S. Army.","soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:44:37.150Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25703,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25704/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25704/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25704/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25704/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25704/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"group of four u.s. military hand grenades consisting of three m18 colored smoke grenades and one m26-series fragmentation grenade, all rendered inert for display and collecting purposes.the three cylindrical examples are u.s. m18 smoke grenades, including one marked \u201cm18 smoke green\u201d and two marked \u201cm18 smoke violet.\u201d each retains the characteristic cylindrical steel body, broad identification band, spoon-type fuze assembly, safety pin and pull ring. the fuze assemblies are marked \u201cfuze m201a1.\u201d colored identification paint remains visible around the upper surfaces corresponding with the designated smoke colors. vent openings are present in the bases.accompanying the smoke grenades is a u.s. m26-series fragmentation grenade, readily distinguished by its familiar oval or \u201clemon\u201d shaped body. it retains an olive-drab finish, yellow identification band around the neck, spoon-type fuze assembly, safety pin and pull ring. a drilled/opened area at the base is visible and consistent with its inert display status. the m26 family was the standard american fragmentation grenade of the early cold war and vietnam-era period, replacing the wwii mk ii pattern.the pieces display varying amounts of finish wear, handling marks and age to the metal components. markings on the m18 grenades remain particularly clear and display well."},"estimateMax":130,"lotNumber":"127","title":{"en":"group of four u.s. smoke / fragmentation-style m18 and m26"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25704/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a group of four U.S. smoke and fragmentation-style grenades, including M18 and M26 models, representing military ordnance. Three M18 smoke grenades are depicted: one labeled \"M18 SMOKE GREEN\" and two labeled \"M18 SMOKE VIOLET,\" all olive green with white stenciled text and a white band. The fourth item is an olive green M26 fragmentation grenade with a distinctive \"lemon\" shape and a yellow cap. All appear to be inert training or display models.","soldPrice":325,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:45:11.385Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$70 - $130","currency":"USD","id":25704,"estimateMin":70},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25705/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25705/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25705/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25705/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25705/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25705/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"title: wwii imperial japanese military binoculars, tokyo optical co. (toko), serial no. 3682, with canvas case description: offered here is an original pair of imperial japanese military binoculars manufactured by tokyo kogaku kikai k.k. (tokyo optical co., ltd.), better known by the wartime toko trademark. tokyo optical was one of japan's major military optical manufacturers during the second world war, producing binoculars and other precision instruments for the imperial japanese armed forces. the company's distinctive diamond-form trademark is documented on surviving wartime military optics. this example bears the serial number no. 3682 together with japanese inspection/property markings on the lower prism plate. construction is typical of substantial wartime field glasses, with black-finished metal bodies, individually focusing eyepieces, exposed brass-colored objective housings, central hinge, and textured gripping surfaces. the relatively low serial number is especially noteworthy and adds collector interest to the piece. the binoculars remain housed in their period khaki canvas carrying case, which shows substantial age, staining, wear, and field use. japanese military binoculars are well documented with canvas and tropical-style cases, particularly for service in warm and humid operational theaters where conventional leather equipment was less practical. tokyo kogaku kikai was one of japan's principal wartime optical houses, second only to nippon kogaku in the production of military optical equipment, and manufactured binoculars, gunsights, bombsights, cameras, and other precision instruments for the japanese armed forces. the firm later became topcon. the binoculars exhibit heavy but appealing period character, including finish wear, scratches, oxidation, loss and cracking to portions of the body covering, and age to the exposed metal surfaces. the accompanying canvas case shows staining, soiling, seam wear, and other evidence of prolonged use and storage. the optics have not been function-tested for this listing and should be evaluated by the purchaser according to the photographs. a desirable original set of imperial japanese wartime field binoculars by tokyo optical, especially appealing for the clear military markings, low serial number 3682, and surviving canvas field case. an excellent addition to an advanced collection of japanese military optics, pacific war field equipment, or wwii militaria."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"128","title":{"en":"wwii imperial japanese army binoculars w case"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25705/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a pair of World War II Imperial Japanese Army binoculars, presented with its original case. The binoculars feature a dark, possibly leather or painted metal body, with brass or copper accents on the ocular and objective ends, showing signs of wear. The case is made of a light canvas material, suggesting a military issue. This set serves as a historical artifact from WWII, representing Japanese military equipment.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:45:42.462Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25705,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25706/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25706/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25706/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25706/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25706/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"original wwii u.s. army field ration, type c b-1 unit food tin, packed by van brode milling co., inc.the olive-drab cylindrical steel can is prominently marked:\u201cb-1 unit / crackers / cocoa / jam / van brode milling co., inc.\u201dthe b-unit formed the bread and supplementary component of the u.s. army c-ration, complementing the canned meat portion of the meal. during world war ii, b-unit combinations included crackers along with beverage and spread items such as cocoa and jam. the approximately 3-inch-diameter can retains its original olive-drab finish and separate metal opening key. exterior condition shows scattered scratches, small areas of oxidation, handling wear and age while retaining exceptionally clear black printed identification."},"estimateMax":70,"lotNumber":"129","title":{"en":"wwii u.s. army c-ration b-1 unit \u2013 crackers, cocoa & jam \u2013 van brode milling"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25706/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII U.S. Army C-Ration B-1 unit, an example of military provisions. The item is a cylindrical olive-green metal can. The lid of the can is clearly labeled with \"B-1 UNIT CRACKERS COCOA JAM\" and the manufacturer \"VAN BRODE MILLING CO., INC.\" in black stenciled text, indicating its contents and producer during the war period.","soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:46:31.040Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$30 - $70","currency":"USD","id":25706,"estimateMin":30},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25707/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25707/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25707/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25707/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25707/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"this significant historical artifact consists of a wwii-era german 'jude' yellow star armband, a harrowing emblem of the systematic persecution initiated under the third reich. such armbands were mandatory identification markers imposed upon jewish populations in occupied territories, serving as a tool of segregation and dehumanization. this specimen stands as a somber testament to the historical atrocities of the holocaust, requiring careful preservation and academic study to ensure the lessons of this period are not forgotten."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"130","title":{"en":"wwii german 'jude' yellow star armband"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25707/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII German 'Jude' yellow star armband, a significant historical artifact. The armband is made of a light, possibly linen or cotton, fabric. A yellow Star of David is sewn onto the fabric, with the word 'Jude' (German for 'Jew') prominently embroidered in black script within the star. This item represents the Holocaust period and the persecution of Jews in Nazi Germany.","soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:47:48.991Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25707,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25708/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25708/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25708/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german hitlerjugend (hj) member's armband - red-white-red stripe design with sewn swastika diamond, rzm-regulated pattern, c. 1933-1945 offered here is a standard-issue hitler youth (hitlerjugend) armband, the recognizable multi-piece cloth insignia worn on the upper left sleeve of both hj and bdm uniform garments. no named recipient or unit marking is present, and no separate biography or provenance trail accompanies the piece; its historical weight rests in the object itself as a surviving example of third reich youth organization regalia manufactured under rzm (reichszeugmeisterei) oversight. the hitler youth traces its origins to the 1920s as the party's dedicated youth wing, but it was the decrees of 1936 and 1939 that transformed membership from voluntary to compulsory for eligible german boys, with the parallel bund deutscher maedel (bdm) serving girls of corresponding age. the armband, worn on both winter and summer tunics, became one of the most visible and universally recognized symbols of state-directed indoctrination during the nazi era - a simple strip of cloth that marked millions of german children as enrolled participants in the regime's youth apparatus. produced in vast numbers across the war years under strict rzm textile and construction standards, surviving examples remain a tangible, if sobering, artifact of daily life under the third reich. the armband is constructed in the standard multi-piece cotton/rayon configuration, with horizontal red-white-red banding overlaid at center by a white lozenge (diamond) bearing a black sewn swastika (hakenkreuz). no rzm paper tag or unit ink-stamp is visible on this example, consistent with the majority of surviving specimens that have lost such fragile paper labels over decades of storage or handling; no maker attribution can therefore be established. the lot consists of the armband alone, with no accompanying case, documentation, or other insignia. condition is period-appropriate: the piece shows mild overall toning, minor handling wear along the stripe edges, and light creasing consistent with wartime use or later veteran/souvenir storage, with the fabric remaining intact and no significant losses or repairs noted. a straightforward, honestly-presented example of the ubiquitous hitler youth sleeve insignia, offered as a study piece of third reich youth culture and compulsory indoctrination."},"estimateMax":150,"lotNumber":"131","title":{"en":"wwii german hitler youth hj armband, sewn diamond"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25708/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War II German Hitler Youth (HJ) armband, made of fabric. The armband features a striking design of red with a central white horizontal stripe. A black swastika within a white diamond, outlined in black, is sewn onto the center of the armband. This military-political textile artifact dates to WWII Germany and represents the youth organization of the Nazi regime.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:48:26.725Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$90 - $150","currency":"USD","id":25708,"estimateMin":90},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25709/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25709/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25709/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25709/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25709/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25709/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25709/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25709/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25709/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25709/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25709/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25709/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25709/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25709/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25709/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25709/016/016.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"complete u.s. m-1956 load-carrying equipment field rig with suspenders, pistol belt, canteen covers and canteens, small arms ammunition pouches, first aid/compass pouch, bayonet with scabbard, and inert m26 fragmentation grenades - vietnam war era this lot presents an assembled, field-configured example of the u.s. army/marine corps m-1956 individual load-carrying equipment, the standard olive drab web gear system worn by american infantrymen throughout the vietnam war. no individual soldier's name or unit marking is evident on the components, and no separate published biography accompanies the grouping; its significance rests in the completeness and authenticity of the assembled set as configured for field use. the rig brings together h-harness suspenders, a pistol belt, canteen covers with canteens, small arms ammunition pouches, a first aid/compass pouch, a bayonet in its webbed scabbard, and inert, deactivated m26 fragmentation grenades mounted for display. adopted in the late 1950s to replace wwii-pattern individual equipment, the m-1956 lce became the backbone of the american soldier's combat load from the early advisory years through the height of u.s. ground operations in vietnam. its heavy canvas construction and universal metal slide-keeper fittings allowed a single harness to be reconfigured for riflemen, machine gunners, or radio operators alike, and the system remained in widespread service until gradually superseded by the nylon m-1972 and alice equipment in the following decade. gear of this type was carried on patrol through the jungles, highlands, and rice paddies of vietnam's four corps areas, and surviving assembled rigs such as this one offer a tangible, hands-on record of the everyday load borne by the american infantryman in southeast asia. the suspenders and pistol belt are of standard olive drab canvas construction fitted with metal slide-keeper hardware, showing the expected darkening and light surface oxidation of service handling. the canteen covers retain their canteens, the ammunition pouches are of the universal pattern with snap closures, and the first aid/compass pouch retains its canvas flap and closure. the bayonet is housed in its webbed scabbard, both showing service-consistent wear. the accompanying m26-style grenade bodies are inert, deactivated display items, mounted to the harness in the manner typically carried in the field, and should be treated and represented as inert display pieces only. overall the set displays honest, moderate field wear consistent with genuine period service: fading and fraying to the canvas webbing, light oxidation and corrosion to the metal fittings, and handling wear to the bayonet scabbard and webbing. no paper ephemera, dog tags, or personal identification accompany the lot. a well-assembled, display-ready vietnam-era fighting rig that captures, piece by piece, the standard combat load carried by the american infantryman in southeast asia."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"132","title":{"en":"vietnam m-1956 lce rig, bayonet & inert grenades"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25709/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a Vietnam War-era U.S. M-1956 Load-Carrying Equipment (LCE) rig, including a bayonet and inert grenades. The rig is made of olive drab canvas and webbing, featuring shoulder straps, a main belt, multiple pouches, a canteen, and two inert green grenades with yellow tops. A bayonet in its sheath is also attached. This complete set represents standard issue infantry equipment from the Vietnam War period.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:49:22.723Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25709,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26069/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26069/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26069/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26069/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26069/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26069/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26069/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26069/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26069/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"original paint, dated july/aug 1945, matching frequencies *missing data plates"},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"132A","title":{"en":"wwii bc-611 handheld radios walkie"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26069/view","directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises two WWII BC-611 handheld radios, commonly known as 'walkie-talkies,' representing military communication equipment. Both radios are olive green and feature a rectangular body with an antenna on top and a handset extending from the side. They have textile straps for carrying and display labels with text such as 'BEFORE OPERATING READ--TM-11-235' and 'FREQ SSVOKC CHANNEL BAT. DATE' indicating their operational instructions and specifications.","soldPrice":450,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:50:13.656Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $900","currency":"USD","id":26069,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25710/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25710/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25710/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25710/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25710/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25710/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25710/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25710/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25710/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. vietnam war st-138/prc-25 manpack radio carrying harness, fsn 5820-892-8094, mfr/cage code 25945, dated april 1970 - designed to mount the an/prc-25 and an/prc-77 tactical fm transceivers on an infantry radio telephone operator's back. offered here is an original u.s. military-issue st-138 carrying harness, the standardized backpack frame that allowed radio telephone operators (rtos) in vietnam to carry the an/prc-25 - universally nicknamed the \"prick-25\" by the troops who relied on it - into the field. no named recipient or unit provenance accompanies this piece; its history rests in its government contract markings and standard-issue specifications rather than any personal documentation, and no separate biography has been located for it. the an/prc-25 entered widespread u.s. army service in the mid-1960s as the standard short-range tactical fm transceiver, replacing the older an/prc-10 and becoming the lifeline of small-unit communication throughout the war; the rto carrying it was, by doctrine and battlefield reality, among the most critical men in an infantry platoon. the st-138 harness made this burden bearable: built from heavy olive drab cotton canvas duck, reinforced with internal vertical stays and metal bottom support brackets, it distributed the radio's considerable weight across the shoulders and waist via integrated straps and a securing belt, while a side attachment point allowed the cw-503 antenna bag and accessories pouch to ride alongside the set. dated april 1970, this example was manufactured at the height of the u.s. ground war effort, when tens of thousands of such harnesses were issued to divisions and separate brigades across i through iv corps. the harness is stenciled with its fsn 5820-892-8094, mfr/cage code 25945, and the 4/70 contract date, all reported clearly legible on the canvas body. metal corner brackets and buckles at the shoulder and waist attachment points retain their original hardware, showing minor surface scuffing and finish wear consistent with issued field use, and the internal vertical stays that give the frame its rigidity remain intact. this lot comprises the carrying harness alone; no radio set, antenna, or accessories bag is included. overall the canvas shows light fading and minor storage wear, with no significant tears, staining, or structural damage noted - a sound, honest surplus example with fully legible contract markings. an honest, well-marked example of the frame that carried the vietnam-era 'prick-25' on the rto's back - the unglamorous hardware behind countless battlefield radio calls."},"estimateMax":90,"lotNumber":"133","title":{"en":"vietnam st-138/prc-25 rto radio harness 4/70"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25710/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a Vietnam War-era ST-138/PRC-25 RTO radio harness, dated April 1970. The rig consists of an olive drab canvas backpack-style harness designed to carry the PRC-25 field radio. It includes the radio unit, an attached coiled handset, and an antenna assembly stored in a separate canvas pouch. This communication equipment is a key piece of U.S. military history from the Vietnam War.","soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:51:19.786Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $90","currency":"USD","id":25710,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25711/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25711/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25711/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25711/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25711/020/020.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25711/021/021.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25711/022/022.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25711/023/023.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25711/024/024.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25711/025/025.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25711/026/026.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25711/027/027.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25711/028/028.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25711/029/029.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25711/030/030.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. signal corps rt-196/prc-6 radio receiver-transmitter 'handie-talkie, ' serial no. 6820, olive drab squad-level vhf transceiver of the korean war through early vietnam war era. this lot presents a receiver-transmitter unit from the an/prc-6 system, the u.s. military's standard portable squad radio of the 1950s into the 1960s. the data plate affixed to the housing remains present and legible, recording serial no. 6820 within the broader rt-196 production run supplied to army and marine corps units of the period. no separate documented history for this individual set has been located; as with most issue radio equipment of its type, its story rests in the unit's known service record rather than any personal provenance, and it is offered here as a representative example of the type. developed by raytheon in the late 1940s as successor to the iconic wwii-era scr-536 'handie-talkie, ' the an/prc-6 answered the army's demand for a more capable squad radio operating on wide-band fm across the 47 to 55.4 mhz vhf range. built around miniature vacuum tubes and housed in a rugged sealed case for field durability, the set became a fixture of infantry and marine tactical communications through the korean war, where reliable short-range voice contact between rifle squads and platoon command posts was often decisive in fluid, fast-moving combat. it continued in front-line and reserve use into the early years of american involvement in vietnam before fully transistorized replacements rendered the vacuum-tube handie-talkies obsolete, though many remained in inventory and training use for years afterward. the unit is finished in standard olive drab typical of signal corps issue, with the manufacturer's data plate, serial number stamping, and control markings visible and legible on the housing. the exterior shows expected operational paint loss, edge wear, minor scuffing, and light surface oxidation consistent with genuine field use and decades of storage; the set retains its characteristic form factor, including top-mounted controls and antenna fitting. no accessories, canvas carrying case, battery, or handset attachments accompany this lot; the radio is offered as the receiver-transmitter unit alone. internal electronics are untested and the set is sold as a display and collector's piece rather than as a verified operating radio. a solid, honestly worn example of america's korean war-era squad radio, carrying its original serial-numbered data plate and the field patina of genuine service."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"134","title":{"en":"us signal corps rt-196/prc-6 handie-talkie sn6820"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25711/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a U.S. Signal Corps RT-196/PRC-6 handie-talkie with serial number 6820, a piece of vintage military communication equipment. 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Visible elements include a \"PUSH TO TALK\" button, various labels, and an antenna connection, showing wear consistent with field use.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:52:42.143Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25711,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25712/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25712/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25712/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25712/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25712/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25712/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25712/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25712/016/016.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"original u.s. military wooden ammunition chest for the browning m1917/m1917a1 .30 caliber machine gun, retaining its olive-drab finish and black stenciled \u201cchest 49-1-84\u201d designation.constructed of heavy wood with dovetailed joints, hinged lid, forged metal latch hardware, and a web carrying handle recessed into the top. the interior retains the distinctive three-cartridge orientation stencil, indicating the proper direction for loading the linked or belted ammunition.this example represents the later configuration of the m1917 ammunition chest, incorporating features associated with the m1917a1-era pattern, including the square lower profile and web carrying strap. similar chests remained in u.s. service beyond world war i and into the world war ii period before wooden ammunition chests were progressively replaced by metal ammunition cans. international military antiquesthe chest exhibits expected service wear, including scratches, edge wear, finish loss, minor oxidation to the metal fittings, and wear to the web handle. the original hardware and identifying stencils remain present and display well."},"estimateMax":160,"lotNumber":"135","title":{"en":"u.s. browning m1917a1 .30 caliber wooden ammunition chest"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25712/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a U.S. Browning M1917A1 .30 caliber wooden ammunition chest, a piece of military equipment. The chest is constructed from wood and painted in an olive-green color, showing signs of wear and scratches. 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The chest is made of wood, painted in olive drab, and shows significant wear and distress with areas of purple paint showing through. It features a leather carrying handle secured by metal hardware on the lid, and metal clasps. Markings such as 'CHEST' and '2-C-2680' are visible on the sides, identifying it as military ordnance equipment.","soldPrice":45,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:54:19.675Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$90 - $170","currency":"USD","id":25713,"estimateMin":90},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25714/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25714/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25714/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25714/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25714/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25714/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25714/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25714/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25714/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25714/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german 8.8cm flak artillery fuze salt and pepper shaker set in custom metal caddy, components catalogued as 1942-dated offered here is a novelty trench art salt and pepper shaker set fashioned from a pair of inert german 88mm flak artillery fuzes, catalogued as bearing 1942-dated components, mounted together in a custom-fabricated metal carrying caddy. no separate published biography or maker attribution accompanies this piece; its story rests in the physical form of the ordnance components themselves and the broader tradition of soldier-made souvenirs that grew out of the european theater. the 8.8 cm flak 18/36/37, universally known to allied troops simply as the \"88,\" was among the most feared weapons fielded by german forces in world war ii, serving in dual roles as an anti-aircraft gun and a devastatingly effective anti-tank weapon across north africa, italy, and the western and eastern fronts. spent fuzes and other inert ordnance components recovered from these guns were prized by gis and local artisans alike as raw material for trench art, a folk tradition dating to the first world war in which battlefield debris was repurposed into decorative or functional keepsakes. converting fired fuzes into everyday household items such as salt and pepper shakers was a popular and practical way to domesticate a piece of dangerous ordnance, transforming a weapon of war into a conversation piece for the mantel or dinner table, often brought home by returning veterans as tangible proof of the campaigns they had survived. the set comprises two demilitarized 88mm fuze bodies, catalogued as retaining a 1942 date consistent with wartime production, each fuze fitted with dispensing holes to function as salt and pepper shakers respectively. the two fuzes are held together in a custom-made caddy, apparently fabricated from sheet brass or similar metal by the original artisan, allowing the pair to be carried or displayed as a matched set. the fuzes and caddy show age-appropriate surface oxidation and patina consistent with wartime manufacture and decades of subsequent handling, along with light surface scratches and scattered pitting typical of ordnance components retained as souvenirs; no significant structural damage is noted to the caddy. prospective bidders are encouraged to examine the lot closely to confirm markings and inert status prior to bidding. a tangible and conversation-worthy piece of wwii battlefield ingenuity, this fuze-turned-shaker set captures the enduring soldier's habit of turning the tools of war into keepsakes of survival."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"136","title":{"en":"wwii german 88mm flak fuze salt & pepper set"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25714/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a novelty salt and pepper set, crafted from two WWII German 88mm Flak fuze components. The genre is military memorabilia repurposed into household decorative items. The subject matter relates to historical military ordnance. Dating to the WWII period, these pieces are made of metal, likely aluminum or a similar alloy, given their original function. A central, thin metal cutout depicting a stylized female figure is present between the two fuze caps, suggesting an artistic or decorative embellishment.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:55:19.289Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25714,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25715/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25715/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25715/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25715/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25715/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25715/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25715/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii-pattern u.s. army paratrooper jump boots, corcoran style - iconic footwear of the elite parachute infantry offered here is a pair of u.s. army paratrooper jump boots of the classic wwii pattern, of the type produced by the corcoran shoe company of stoughton, massachusetts, and other wartime contractors for the newly activated airborne divisions. developed in 1941 alongside the activation of america's first parachute infantry regiments, the jump boot was engineered as a specialized combat item rather than a variant of the standard service shoe. its distinctive ten-inch shaft provided crucial ankle support during hard parachute landings, while the reinforced capped toe and close-fitted lacing helped prevent snagging on suspension lines, static-line hooks, and other jump gear. the beveled, non-trip rubber heel and rubber tap sole were purpose-built for the stresses of descent and rough drop-zone terrain. troopers took pride in these boots, often blousing trousers into the top as a visible mark of airborne qualification - a practice that quickly became a badge of elite status. jump boots saw service across the major airborne operations of the war, from north africa and sicily through normandy and market garden, and the pattern remained in issue and private-purchase use well into the postwar and vietnam eras. the pair presented is constructed of pebbled leather uppers with the characteristic high shaft, reinforced cap toe, and multiple lacing eyelets running to the top of the boot. rubber tap soles and heels are fitted and appear period-correct to the pattern, showing wear consistent with genuine age and use. stitching throughout remains sound, and the leather retains a supple, pliable quality with natural surface patina rather than the stiffness typical of reproduction manufacture. condition notes include moderate surface creasing, scuffing, and handling wear typical of a well-used vintage pair; no significant structural damage, sole separation, or leather deterioration is evident in the photographs. a solid, display-ready example of the boot that came to symbolize american airborne throughout world war ii and beyond."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"137","title":{"en":"wwii us airborne jump boots, corcoran style"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25715/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a pair of WWII US airborne jump boots, styled after the iconic Corcoran design. These are military footwear, representing a key piece of personal equipment from the World War II era. The boots are made of dark brown leather, exhibiting significant wear and distress consistent with their age and probable use. They feature a lace-up design with metal eyelets and a cap toe, typical of military jump boots.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:56:25.024Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25715,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25716/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25716/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25716/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25716/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"framed world war i era studio portrait of an unidentified enlisted soldier in service uniform and overseas cap, circa 1917-1919 offered is a period-framed photographic portrait of an unidentified enlisted man of the world war i era, shown in standard service uniform with garrison or overseas cap. no name, unit, or photographer's mark has been established by the available research, and no separate biography exists for the subject; the story here rests entirely in the visual record preserved by the image itself. such studio portraits were a near-universal ritual of the american mobilization for the first world war. as millions of young men entered federal service between 1917 and 1918, families and sweethearts on the home front commissioned or requested formal photographs before departure for training camps and, in many cases, before embarkation for france. these sittings, often taken by local commercial photographers near training cantonments or by camp studios themselves, produced a vast body of sepia-toned and silver gelatin keepsakes meant to be framed and kept close by families awaiting news from stateside camps or the front. the uniform and cap style are consistent with standard american service dress of the period, though no unit insignia, rank chevrons, or campaign markings are clearly discernible to allow further identification. the photograph appears to be a sepia or silver gelatin print, presented under glass in its period frame. the image displays typical age toning and minor silvering or fading consistent with early twentieth-century photographic emulsions and long display; the print itself has not been examined outside the frame. the frame shows surface wear, edge rubs, and minor abrasions commensurate with a century of age and handling, with honest toning to the image and no evidence of restoration. as an unidentified example, it falls within the standard range for this ubiquitous category of wwi-era home-front ephemera. a modest but evocative relic of the american wwi mobilization, preserving the anonymous face of a doughboy-era soldier just as his family once framed and cherished him."},"estimateMax":60,"lotNumber":"138","title":{"en":"wwi framed enlisted soldier studio portrait"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25716/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a framed studio portrait of an enlisted soldier from World War I. The genre is military portrait photography, capturing an individual from the WWI period. The photograph is a black and white image, depicting a young man in a military uniform, presented in an oval, ornate gold-toned frame. The frame features decorative elements, including an eagle at the top and what appears to be crossed rifles at the bottom.","soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:57:44.208Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$20 - $60","currency":"USD","id":25716,"estimateMin":20},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/020/020.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/021/021.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/022/022.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/023/023.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/024/024.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/025/025.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/026/026.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/027/027.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/028/028.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/029/029.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/030/030.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/031/031.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/032/032.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/033/033.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/034/034.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/035/035.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25717/036/036.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german wehrmacht gasschutzmaske 38 (m38) gas mask, size 3, facepiece marked 'byz', metal snout assembly marked 'bmw', with fe37 filter canister marked 'byd' offered here is a third reich-era m38 gas mask, the standard protective mask issued across all branches of the german armed forces during the second world war. this example retains its molded rubber facepiece, metal connector hardware, and attached fe37 filter canister, each stamped with its own wartime ordnance manufacturer code - a small but genuine window into the compartmentalized production network that supplied millions of these masks to the heer, luftwaffe, kriegsmarine, and waffen-ss. as an issued equipment item rather than a named grouping, no separate published biography attaches to it; its story rests in its markings and general service context rather than in any individual citation. introduced in 1938 to supersede the earlier canvas-and-rubber m30 pattern, the m38 marked a significant advance in field durability, its fully molded rubber facepiece sealing and waterproofing far more effectively than its predecessor. it rapidly became the universal protective mask of the german military, carried by soldiers, sailors, and airmen alike in a corrugated metal canister as standard-issue personal equipment throughout the war. the size 3 designation seen here denotes the smallest of the three face-size classifications (1 through 3, largest to smallest), reflecting the individualized sizing system applied across the wehrmacht's protective equipment. the attached fe37 filter (filtereinsatz 37) was the standard cartridge of the early-to-mid war period, produced within the draegerwerk/auer manufacturing network before being largely superseded by the improved fe41 pattern later in the conflict. the facepiece is stamped 'byz', the manufacturer code for the rubber mask body, and remains intact with its head harness webbing and buckle fittings present, showing only age-appropriate surface dust and the light hardening typical of decades-old vulcanized rubber. the metal snout and valve assembly is stamped 'bmw', identifying a separate contractor responsible for the connector hardware, and displays minor finish wear with scattered surface oxidation consistent with its age. the fe37 filter canister is stamped 'byd' and shows superficial patina and light paint loss to its exterior finish, its filtering medium intact so far as can be determined externally. the lot comprises the mask facepiece, head harness, and attached fe37 filter; the mask's original corrugated carrying canister and any spare lens inserts are not present. condition overall is solid and displayable, consistent with genuinely issued field equipment of the period rather than a museum-grade survivor. a well-marked, multi-code m38 mask and fe37 filter that together illustrate the layered, subcontracted production system behind one of the most recognizable pieces of german soldier's personal equipment of the second world war."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"139","title":{"en":"wwii german m38 gas mask, size 3, fe37 filter"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25717/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII German M38 gas mask canister, accompanied by an FE37 filter, and is classified as military equipment. This piece of German military apparatus dates from the World War II era. The canister is constructed of dark green painted metal with vertical ribbing, designed to protect the gas mask. It features a hinged lid with a clasp and a canvas strap for carrying, consistent with standard issue German equipment of the period. The filter is noted as an FE37, indicating its specific model.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.091Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25717,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25718/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"please review"},"estimateMax":20,"lotNumber":"140","title":{"en":"please review"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25718/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot is a digital image of a payment and shipping policy page for Eagles Corps International. It outlines five key points regarding invoices, shipping charges, payment methods for LiveAuctioneers and other bidders, and shipping timeframes. The text is in English, presented with clear headings and numbered points on a dark background. This lot serves as an informational document rather than a physical collectible item for sale.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.095Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$10 - $20","currency":"USD","id":25718,"estimateMin":10},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25719/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25719/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25719/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25719/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"factory-sealed u.s. meal, combat, individual (mci) master case, packed march 1977, containing 12 individual meal cartons - late cold war-era successor to the c-ration offered here is a complete, unopened master shipping case of the u.s. meal, combat, individual (mci), identified by its exterior stenciling and stamped date codes as packed in march 1977 under defense personnel support center (dpsc) contract, containing the full complement of twelve individual meal cartons as originally packed. no separate published history attaches to this particular case; its story rests entirely in the surviving packing marks and the well-documented service record of the ration type itself. adopted in 1958 as the successor to the wwii- and korean war-era c-ration, the mci served as the standard combat field ration of the u.s. armed forces through the vietnam war and into the final years before its phase-out beginning in 1980-1981 in favor of the flexible-pouch meal, ready-to-eat (mre). each master case was configured to hold twelve individual meal cartons, ordinarily assembled from canned meat, bread or cracker units, and fruit or dessert components, together with accessory packets of instant beverages, matches, chewing gum, toilet paper, and spoons - cigarettes having been discontinued from the ration by the early 1970s. packed in march 1977, this case belongs to one of the last full production runs of the mci before its retirement, standing as a tangible bridge between the vietnam-era combat ration and its modern successor. the lot comprises one factory-sealed cardboard master shipping carton retaining its original military stenciling and packing stamps, reported as fully legible and confirming the march 1977 pack date. the twelve individual meal boxes remain sealed within as packed at the factory and have not been opened or inventoried; the canned and dry components inside are understood to remain intact but are offered strictly for historical display, being decades past any safe consumption date. condition is consistent with age: the exterior carton shows typical shelf wear, minor edge rubbing, and overall toning, with no evidence of prior opening or tampering, and the case appears to retain its original factory seal. a well-preserved, late-production sealed mci case that captures the final chapter of america's combat ration program on the eve of the mre era."},"estimateMax":260,"lotNumber":"141","title":{"en":"sealed march 1977 u.s. mci c-ration 12-meal case"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25719/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a sealed case of U.S. MCI C-rations, containing 12 meals, packed in March 1977. It represents military field rations from the post-Vietnam era, likely for training or operational use during the Cold War period. The item is a brown cardboard box, sealed with plastic straps. Bold black text on the box identifies it as 'MEAL COMBAT IND C' and includes 'MARCH 1977' for the pack date, making it a vintage military food supply.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T18:59:54.021Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$160 - $260","currency":"USD","id":25719,"estimateMin":160},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25720/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25720/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25720/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25720/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25720/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25720/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25720/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25720/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25720/009/009.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army yukon medical packboard, quartermaster corps stock no. 74-p-25, medical department item no. 9778700 - wood-frame pattern for forward medical supply transport, circa 1941-1944 offered here is an original world war ii-era yukon packboard, catalogued under quartermaster corps stock no. 74-p-25 and issued to the medical department as item no. 9778700, intended for the transport of unit medical equipment packs and aid station chests into forward combat areas. no separate published biography accompanies this piece; its history rests in the standardized nomenclature and issue records of the u.s. army quartermaster and medical departments during the early war years. the yukon packboard traces its design to traditional alaskan cargo frames, adapted by the u.s. army at the outset of american involvement in world war ii to solve a persistent logistical problem: moving heavy, bulky supplies across terrain impassable to vehicles. infantry, engineer, and medical units alike relied on the pattern, but it found particular favor in medical companies, where litter bearers and aid men used it to haul numbered unit medical equipment packs 1 through 5, along with folded litters and chest-style supply containers, forward to battalion aid stations under fire. the solid wooden yukon frame, while rugged, weighed roughly seven pounds unloaded, a burden that led the quartermaster corps to phase in the lighter molded-plywood packboard, stock no. 74-p-27-20, from 1943 into 1944. surviving wooden yukon boards such as this example therefore represent the earlier, transitional phase of american mobile medical logistics before the widespread switch to the plywood pattern, and are consistent with wartime production by contractors such as boyt harness co. or american seating co. under quartermaster contract. the packboard is of the standard early wartime configuration: solid wood side and cross members, laced together and reinforced at the joints, supporting a heavy olive drab canvas back sheet, with padded webbing shoulder straps fitted for load-bearing. individual construction details, contractor stampings, and any date markings to the wood or canvas cannot be confirmed without direct photographic inspection, and should be independently verified prior to bidding. the lot consists of the packboard frame alone, without an accompanying medical supply bag or pack insert. as no photographs were available for cataloguing, condition has not been directly assessed; buyers should anticipate typical age and field-use wear consistent with the type, including possible splits, scuffing, or drying to the wood, fading or staining to the canvas backing, fraying at the lacing, and oxidation to any metal hardware or buckles, with completeness of the original lacing and webbing straps to be confirmed on inspection. a tangible relic of early wwii medical logistics, this wood-framed yukon packboard embodies the rugged, load-bearing workhorse that carried life-saving supplies forward before the lighter plywood pattern took its place."},"estimateMax":190,"lotNumber":"142","title":{"en":"wwii us army yukon wood medical packboard"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25720/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a WWII US Army Yukon wood medical packboard, categorized as military medical equipment. This packboard, from the World War II period, is constructed with a wooden frame and features an olive drab canvas backing with white rope lacing. The lacing forms a distinctive 'X' pattern down the center, designed to secure medical supplies or equipment. The wooden frame shows signs of use, characteristic of wartime field gear.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.097Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$90 - $190","currency":"USD","id":25720,"estimateMin":90},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25721/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25721/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25721/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25721/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. m1a1 anti-tank blast mine, inert display example, with original matching cotton fabric dust and sand cover offered here is an inert, display-condition example of the u.s. m1a1 anti-tank mine, complete with its scarce original tailored cloth dust cover - a survival that is seldom encountered still paired with its parent mine. no serial number, unit marking, or maker's stamp is legible in the photographs, and no separate biography or find history accompanies the piece; its story rests in the documented history of the type itself and in the object as recovered. developed by the u.s. ordnance department early in the second world war as a refinement of the earlier m1 mine, the m1a1 anti-tank blast mine was fielded by combat engineers in every theater where american armor and mechanized units faced enemy tanks - from the deserts of north africa through sicily, italy, and normandy, and across the island campaigns of the pacific. its low stamped-steel body was designed to be rapidly emplaced, camouflaged, and triggered by the weight of a vehicle's track or wheel bearing down on the distinctive four-armed pressure"},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"143","title":{"en":"wwii us m1a1 anti-tank mine w/ cloth dust cover"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25721/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII US M1A1 anti-tank mine, accompanied by its cloth dust cover. It is a piece of military ordnance, specifically an anti-tank mine, from the World War II era. The mine itself is round and made of a greyish-green material, possibly plastic or composite, with a distinctive four-spoke structural design on top. The accompanying dust cover is made of a light-colored, possibly khaki, cloth fabric, indicating its original protective function.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:01:06.571Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25721,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25722/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25722/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25722/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25722/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25722/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25722/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25722/007/007.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"full catalog title: wwii british g70 hawkins no.75 at grenade box 1942. british wwii g70 steel transit box for 12 hawkins no. 75 mk i anti-tank grenades, dated 1942, stenciled 'bur' theater marking offered here is an original world war ii british ordnance transport tin, the g70 pattern steel box built to carry a dozen grenade, hand, anti-tank, no. 75 mk i - the improvised anti-tank mine universally known to the troops who used it as the 'hawkins grenade' or 'hawkins mine.' the lid is stamped 'g70 / i / 1942' with a maker or inspection code impressed beneath that appears consistent with 'c&c, ' though the impression is worn. no separate published history accompanies this box; its story is carried entirely in its own factory, inspection, and theater markings. introduced into british service in 1942, the no. 75 was a flat, flexible steel case charge filled with roughly a pound of explosive, designed so a single soldier could deploy it against enemy armor by throwing it beneath tank tracks, laying it as an improvised road mine, or rigging it as a demolition charge against bridges, vehicles, or fortifications. cheap, compact, and easily concealed, it was issued in quantity to line infantry and to the home guard for anti-invasion defense, and it later saw service with british and american airborne forces. boxes such as this one were the standard means of moving a dozen mines, together with their crush igniters and detonators, safely forward through the supply chain to front-line units; the partial end-panel stencil reading 'grenades / no 75 at / bur & ...' suggests this particular consignment was destined for or associated with the burma theater, where the no. 75 saw active use against japanese armor and in jungle demolition work. the box itself is of welded sheet-steel construction with a hinged lid, twin wire latch closures, and folding carry handles at each end for two-man transport. the top lid retains its stamped ordnance data 'g70 / i / 1942' along with a faint contractor or inspection code impressed beneath the lid. the front face is boldly stencilled in yellow ordnance paint 'h.e.', 'grenades / no 75 at. mk1 / with 24 dets / & 24 igniters', flanked by the lot and inspection codes 't428' and 'kbv3'. the opposite end panel carries the partial secondary stencil noted above, its final characters obscured by wear. the box is offered empty of contents, as photographed, with no grenades, igniters, or detonators present. surfaces show honest, service-consistent wear: widespread oxidation and mottled patina over the original olive drab paint, scattered paint loss and surface scuffing, and light denting along the lid rim. the wire latches and carry handles remain intact and functional, and the yellow stencilled markings remain crisp and legible on the front panel, with the theater stencil on the end panel more heavily worn. a solidly marked, honestly aged 1942-dated transit tin for the war's most improvised anti-tank weapon, its part-legible 'bur' stencil hinting at overseas service in the burma theater."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"144","title":{"en":"wwii british g70 hawkins no.75 at grenade box"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25722/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII British G70 Hawkins No. 75 Anti-Tank grenade box. This is a piece of British military ordnance packaging from the World War II period. The box is made of aged, olive-drab painted metal with significant rust and wear. Yellow stenciled text on the side indicates its contents: '12 GRENADES No 75 AT. MK1 WITH 24 DETS & 24 IGNITERS.' It features two hinged lids with clasps and metal carrying handles on either end.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.105Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$120 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25722,"estimateMin":120},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25723/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25723/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25723/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. bomb fuze transit tin for an-m100a1 tail fuze, an-m103 nose fuze, and arming wire assembly - empty offered here is a rectangular sheet-metal transit and storage tin manufactured for u.s. ordnance forces during the second world war, designed to hold a matched set of aircraft bomb fuzes prior to their installation. the original contents label, still largely intact and legible despite abrasion, reads \"1-an-m100a1 tail bomb fuze, complete / 1-an-m103 nose bomb fuze, complete / 1-arming wire assembly / packed\" - a plain but evocative piece of ordnance packaging that speaks directly to the mechanics of arming a bomb before it left the ground. no separate biography attaches to a piece of this kind; its story is told entirely through its markings and its place in the broader logistical chain of american aerial ordnance. general-purpose bombs used by the army air forces and navy - among them the 100-lb an-m30 and 500-lb an-m64 - were shipped and stored unfuzed as a critical safety measure, since an armed fuze rendered a bomb live and hazardous to handle. sealed tins such as this one were packed at ordnance depots with a specific nose-and-tail fuze combination, in this instance the an-m103 mechanical impact nose fuze paired with the an-m100a1 tail fuze, together with the arming wire assembly that would later be threaded through the fuze vanes and secured to the bomb rack. ordnance crews at airfields across the european, pacific, and china-burma-india theaters broke open tins of this type in the final stages of bomb-up, fitting the fuzes only shortly before a bomb was loaded aboard its aircraft - a routine but essential task repeated thousands of times daily at forward air bases during the height of the strategic and tactical bombing campaigns of 1942-1945. the tin is of rectangular form with rounded corners and a fitted slip lid, finished in black-painted sheet metal with soldered seam construction. a large light-colored paper contents label is affixed to one face, its printed designations for the an-m100a1 and an-m103 remaining readable through scattered surface abrasion and toning. no contractor marking or production date is apparent in the photographed views. the tin is empty, as offered; no fuzes, vanes, or arming wire are present. the exterior shows moderate scattered surface scratching, paint loss, and scuffing consistent with genuine field handling and depot storage, while the interior is clean with only mild surface oxidation visible along the soldered seams. a humble but genuine relic of wwii aerial ordnance infrastructure, this fuze tin offers collectors an affordable, display-ready artifact tied directly to the arming and loading of american bombs in the global air war."},"estimateMax":80,"lotNumber":"145","title":{"en":"wwii an-m100a1/m103 bomb fuze transit tin"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25723/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII AN-M100A1/M103 bomb fuze transit tin, used for military ordnance packaging. This tin dates from the World War II era and served as protective transport for bomb fuzes. It is a rectangular, dark-colored metal tin with a label on the side. The label, in white with black text, details the 'CONTENTS,' which include '1-AN-M100A1 TAIL-BOMB FUZE, COMPLETE,' '1-AN-M103 NOSE BOMB-FUZE, COMPLETE,' and '1-ARMING WIRE ASSEMBLY,' indicating its specific military purpose.","soldPrice":25,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:03:11.081Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $80","currency":"USD","id":25723,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25724/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25724/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25724/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25724/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25724/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. navy bureau of ordnance aircraft machine gun bore sighting kit, mark i, by bell & howell co., chicago, dated 1942, with later nas alameda inventory markings dated june 1948 this lot presents a substantially complete mark i bore sighting kit, the precision optical instrument used by u.s. navy ordnancemen to align wing- and cowl-mounted aircraft machine guns and cannon with cockpit reflector sights. no individual serviceman's biography attaches to a kit of this type; its interest rests in the maker's data plate, the printed contents chart, and the painted station markings that trace its service life from wartime manufacture through postwar fleet use. bore sighting was an unglamorous but essential discipline of naval aviation ordnance work - every fighter and attack aircraft leaving a carrier or naval air station depended on guns correctly converged on a common aim point, and kits such as this one were the tool by which armorers verified that convergence before a plane was cleared for combat. bell & howell, better known for its cinema and optical equipment, was one of several precision manufacturers pressed into bureau of ordnance contract work during the war, producing kits calibrated for the .30 caliber and .50 caliber browning machine guns and 20mm cannon then standard across navy carrier air groups. the stenciled 'nas alameda' marking and the accompanying '6 1948' inventory date show this particular kit remained in active navy stores at naval air station alameda, california, six years after manufacture, evidence of continued fleet service into the early cold war and korean war era. the brass exterior data plate reads 'u.s. navy-bu. of ord., aircraft machine gun bore sighting kit mark i, ' with inspector and contract number fields, 'made by bell & howell co., chicago, ill., ' and the year '1942.' the gray-painted wooden transit case retains its original leather carrying handle and brass latches, with the yellow-painted 'nas alameda' winged insignia and '6 1948' date stenciled below the plate. inside, the paper lid chart, headed 'u.s. navy - bu. of ord., aircraft machine gun bore sighting kit, mark i, ' lists each numbered component by stock and part number and again credits 'bell & howell co. chicago, 1942.' the felt-lined lid and fitted wooden block interior hold the breech sight and its .30 cal, .50 cal, and 20 mm breech attachments, the muzzle sight with .50 cal and 20 mm muzzle fittings, the angle extension, eyepiece, two extension pieces, and the fitted wrench, each nested in its labeled compartment corresponding to the lid chart. the case exterior shows service-related scuffing, remnants of old adhesive tape, and light paint loss consistent with decades of handling and storage; the exterior data plate has surface oxidation with some legend still legible beneath grime. the optical components show minor finish wear and light superficial oxidation to unpainted metal surfaces but remain crisp and fitted tightly to their blocks, with the .30 cal breech component further hand-stamped '02491.' by comparison against the lid chart, the kit appears essentially complete. a well-documented and visually striking u.s. navy ordnance instrument, its bell & howell wartime manufacture and alameda service markings together tracing a working life that carried it from the assembly line of 1942 into the postwar pacific fleet."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"146","title":{"en":"wwii usn bell & howell bore sight kit mk i"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25724/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII US Navy Bell & Howell bore sight kit, specifically marked as Mark I. The item is a piece of military equipment, dating to the World War II era. It is housed in a grey metal case with a brown leather handle and brass latches. The case shows signs of wear, including faded patches from removed labels and a central plaque with text and an emblem below a date of \"6 1949\".","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:03:59.538Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25724,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25725/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25725/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25725/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25725/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25725/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25725/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25725/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25725/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf q-1a heated suit rheostats & interphone. wwii usaaf aircraft equipment group: two general electric and one cutler-hammer type q-1a electrically heated flight suit rheostats (one still boxed), a c-726a/sc7261a interphone jack box, and a boxed signal corps t-30-s throat microphone dated vpp 8/50 this lot assembles the everyday electrical and communications hardware that equipped a high-altitude bomber crew station during the second world war. at its core are three examples of the type q-1a heated-clothing rheostat, built to specification no. 94-32357-a for 24-volt, 100-watt, 2-ohm service - two stamped general electric co. and one marked c-h (cutler-hammer) - joined by a compact interphone control jack box marked sc7261a and a still-sealed signal corps t-30-s throat microphone in its original stock-numbered carton. no individual crewman's name or aircraft is associated with these components; their story is documented through army air forces equipment specifications and signal corps acceptance markings rather than personal provenance, and no separate published history has been located for this specific grouping. at the operating altitudes flown by b-17s, b-24s, and later b-29s, outside air temperatures routinely fell below -40 degreesf, exposing gunners, radio operators, and other crew to serious frostbite risk on long missions over the eto, mto, and pacific theaters. the q-1 and q-1a rheostats were mounted at individual crew stations so each man could dial in current to his electrically heated f-2 or f-3 flying suit, gloves, and boots - unglamorous but essential equipment that made sustained high-altitude bombing runs survivable. the accompanying interphone control box, with its rotary selector for comp, v.h.f. liaison, command, inter, and call, and its"},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"147","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf q-1a heated suit rheostats &"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25725/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features WWII USAAF Q-1A heated suit rheostats and related components, representing military aviation equipment from the World War II period. The collection includes several metal rectangular units, some with dials, switches, and text like \"HEATED CLOTHING VOLTS\". Two smaller boxed items, one labeled \"Q-1A\", are also present, indicating a set of electrical control devices for heated flight suits.","soldPrice":70,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:04:41.545Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25725,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25726/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25726/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25726/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25726/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25726/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25726/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25726/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii sharp & dohme lyovac normal human plasma shipping carton, repurposed as a soldier's mailing box by pfc c. w. gochnauer, company d, 329th medical battalion, 104th infantry \"timberwolf\" division, apo 104 - with two modern display bottles offered here is an original world war ii u.s. army and navy shipping carton for lyovac rapidly lyophilized normal human plasma, produced under american red cross and sharp & dohme contract, which was later converted by its soldier-owner into a personal mailing parcel addressed home to baltimore, maryland. the carton's printed lid bears \"standard army and navy package, \" \"property of the u. s. government, \" the \"lyovac\" trademark, lot number x286380, and an expiration date of june 28, 1948, alongside the familiar red cross emblem. handwritten in period pencil and ink across the top and side panels is the sender's identification - pfc c. w. gochnauer, service number partially legible, company d, 329th medical battalion, apo 104 - addressed to mrs. gertrude gochnauer at 2430 kentucky avenue, baltimore 13, maryland. no separate published biography of pfc gochnauer has been located; his service is documented here solely through this surviving mailing artifact and unit designation. the 329th medical battalion supported the 104th infantry division, nicknamed the \"timberwolves, \" which trained stateside before deploying to the european theater in 1944, landing in france and driving through belgium, holland, and into germany. combat medics of the 329th treated the wounded throughout the division's advance, and dried plasma such as that originally packaged in cartons of this type represented one of the era's great battlefield medical breakthroughs - a technique advanced through red cross and army medical department contracts with pharmaceutical houses including sharp & dohme and eli lilly, building on research associated with dr. charles r. drew. once its wartime contents were administered or exhausted, it was common practice for soldiers to repurpose the sturdy government-issue pasteboard cartons as makeshift parcels for sending small personal items home, turning a piece of frontline medical logistics into an intimate artifact of correspondence. the carton itself is constructed of pasteboard with printed red and black lettering, showing honest wear consistent with wartime handling and postal transit: edge fraying, split paper tape seams, corner crushing, and scattered toning and foxing throughout. the original interior divider remains in place. fitted inside are two glass infusion bottles, each labeled \"u.s. army human plasma, donated, normal, sterile, for intravenous infusion only\" and marked \"parke-davis and co., detroit, michigan, \" with printed u.s. army contract 43-8995462 dated march 15, 1943, and lot number 44-63802; these bottles, with their bright chrome-like hanging bands, are modern reproduction display pieces created for study or reenactment purposes and are not part of the original wartime contents. a tangible, named link between frontline plasma logistics and a timberwolf division medic's wartime correspondence home."},"estimateMax":160,"lotNumber":"148","title":{"en":"wwii plasma carton, named 104th div. mailer"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25726/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII plasma carton, labeled as a 'mailer' from the 104th Division, which is a significant piece of military medical history from the World War II era. The item consists of a brown cardboard box, inside which are two clear glass bottles, each containing \"HUMAN PLASMA\" and labeled from the \"PACIFIC COAST ARTIFICIAL LIMB CO.\" and dated \"MARCH 15, 1943\". 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the story here rests in the surviving kit itself rather than in any documented service record. the bag retains its original snap-in portfolio divider board fitted with a celluloid map sleeve holding a printed french map centered on the saint-nazaire area of brittany, home to a heavily fortified u-boat pen complex and a repeatedly targeted objective for eighth air force heavy bomber missions flown from england beginning in 1942. navigators tasked with strikes against such coastal targets relied on kits of exactly this type to carry flight plans, plotting charts, and correction computers into the air; dead-reckoning navigation demanded that a course be carried forward from known positions and continuously corrected for time, airspeed, altitude, and wind, with circular computers converting instrument readings into working figures that were then transferred to the chart with plotting tools. the presence of a genuine theater-relevant map alongside its calculating instruments gives this lot an unusually coherent, working association between bag, tools, and target area, without implying that the map documents a specific sortie flown by this bag's owner. the briefcase itself is constructed of heavy olive-drab canvas with a leather-reinforced bottom and leather-wrapped carry handles showing period stitching, opening via a top zipper to an interior arrangement of canvas pouches, pencil loops, and snap-secured pockets original to the design. contents include the type an-5837-1 altitude correction computer and the type g-1 true airspeed computer, both manufactured by crowe name plate & mfg. co. of chicago and marked on their printed dial faces with u.s. army air forces property stampings, drawing, spec, and order numbers; a hinged metal parallel rule with folding arms is fitted within the insert, and a wax pencil or eraser stick is housed in one of the interior sleeves alongside the celluloid map holder. condition is good and entirely consistent with hard wartime field use: the canvas exterior shows heavy staining, fading, and scuff wear throughout, while the leather handles and bottom trim display significant crazing, cracking, and finish loss. interior stitching, snaps, and pocket construction remain sound and functional, and the celluloid computers and map holder show only light age-appropriate surface scuffing with the printed map intact and legible; instrument function has not been tested. a hard-used, honestly worn usaaf navigator's kit that retains its insert board, both period computers, and an evocative saint-nazaire area map - the working tools of the men who plotted courses over occupied france."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"149","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf type a-4 navigator's bag w/ computers france map"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25727/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII USAAF Type A-4 navigator's bag. It is a piece of militaria, specifically an accessory used by US Army Air Force navigators during World War II. The bag is made of olive green canvas with brown leather handles and trim. It appears to be aged and shows signs of wear, consistent with its historical period. The top of the bag features a zipper closure, and visible stitching suggests external pockets or compartments. The initials \"C.M.L.\" are stenciled on the top fabric between the handles, adding a personalized historical detail.","soldPrice":225,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:06:41.134Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25727,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25728/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25728/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25728/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25728/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25728/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25728/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25728/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25728/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german braun 'manulux' hand-squeeze dynamo flashlight, max braun ag, frankfurt am main, with slotted leather uniform buttoning tab and embossed circular inspector's stamp offered here is a working example of the braun 'manulux' squeeze-dynamo flashlight, manufactured by max braun ag of frankfurt am main and issued in quantity to german military and civil defense personnel during the second world war. the lot retains its original black bakelite body, an operating internal dynamo, and - notably - its slotted leather buttoning tab, an accessory frequently lost or discarded that is essential to the light's field-issued character. the tab bears a small embossed circular device near its attachment point; while consistent in placement with a wartime inspection or acceptance stamp, the design is not sufficiently distinct in the photographs to confirm a specific branch of service, and no individual recipient or documented unit history attaches to this example. its significance rests in its intact issue configuration and its well-preserved wartime pattern rather than any named provenance. introduced around 1938, the manulux was engineered to answer a persistent wartime problem: the chronic shortage of dry-cell batteries across the german war economy. by linking a spring-loaded squeeze lever to a small internal generator, the light produced its own current on demand, requiring no batteries at all. this made it valuable to wehrmacht and luftwaffe personnel needing reliable illumination under blackout discipline, as well as to air-raid wardens and civil defense staff enforcing strict lighting restrictions in german cities under allied bombing. the leather tab fitted to this example was designed to button directly onto a tunic or field blouse, allowing the light to be carried hands-free and retrieved instantly - a small but telling detail of how thoroughly wartime industrial design accommodated the practical needs of the man in the field. the black bakelite casing is molded with the raised braun / manulux trademark on the reverse panel and shows only minor handling marks and light surface scratching, with no cracks or chips noted. the four slotted case screws and the ribbed squeeze lever both show a light, even age patina consistent with the period, and the knurled bezel remains secure over the projecting bullseye lens. the lens and internal reflector exhibit mild fogging and light silvering wear under close inspection, though this does not impede function. the leather buttoning tab remains supple and correctly slotted, with the embossed circular stamp still legible in outline. a tidy, complete, and demonstrably functioning example of a scarce wartime utility item, made all the more desirable by the presence of its often-missing leather uniform tab."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"150","title":{"en":"wwii german braun manulux dynamo light w/tab"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25728/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a WWII German Braun Manulux dynamo light with a tab, an artifact of German military equipment from the Second World War. The light is black, with an elongated, somewhat elliptical shape, and is made of what appears to be plastic or Bakelite. It includes an integrated brown leather tab for attachment. The word \"BRAUN MANULUX\" is embossed on its surface, indicating its manufacturer and model.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:07:49.055Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25728,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25729/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25729/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25729/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25729/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25729/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25729/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25729/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25729/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25729/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe flight & field smalls grouping (7 pieces) - ak39 armbandkompass wrist compass, fliegerkarte von mitteleuropa flight-map section (sheet n32-sw bremen), aeg bakelite squeeze-dynamo flashlight, scho-ka-kola \"fliegerschokolade\" tin by hildebrand of berlin n20, waterproof bakelite storm-match container, gold stern solingen razor-blade packets with printed klingentrockner blade-dryer sleeve, and an embroidered luftwaffe breast eagle offered here is a well-assembled grouping of personal survival and field kit consistent with the contents of a german luftwaffe airman's flight bag or personal effects during the second world war, circa 1938-1945. no individual recipient is identified with this lot and no separate biography accompanies it; the photographs do not establish that the pieces were carried together by one serviceman, but they represent a cohesive and genuinely evocative array of the small, practical items an aviator or field airman relied upon in the field. each object answers a specific wartime need. the armbandkompass 1939, worn on the wrist on its black leather strap, was standard-issue emergency navigation equipment for luftwaffe aircrew and fallschirmjaeger, meant to guide a downed or separated airman back toward friendly lines. the accompanying fliegerkarte section, headed \"vogels...von mitteleuropa\" and identified along its lower margin as sheet n32-sw bremen, details the road, rail and river network around stade, bremen and verden in northern germany - precisely the kind of large-scale aeronautical chart issued for dead-reckoning navigation and emergency route-finding. scho-ka-kola, nicknamed \"fliegerschokolade, \" was formulated with kola-nut extract and caffeine to sustain alertness on long missions, while the aeg hand-operated dynamo lamp offered emergency light without dependence on batteries, and the screw-top bakelite match container - its lid stamped with a monogram and packed with wind-resistant storm matches - kept a striking light source dry in the field. the ak39 compass shows a black bakelite body with numbered dial ring and intact leather wrist strap; its liquid capsule displays age-yellowing and clouding typical of the type, and its fluid retention and accuracy have not been tested. the aeg dynamo flashlight is stamped \"aeg\" to its black bakelite housing, retains its pale rubber lamp bezel, and shows edge cracking and chipping consistent with age and handling. the scho-ka-kola tin retains crisp lithographed lettering and its hildebrand, kakao- u. schokoladenfabrik gmbh, berlin n20 base text describing its cocoa, coffee and kola content, with light edge wear and minor oxidation to the lid. the bakelite match container is shown open with its complement of storm matches intact and undamaged. completing the lot are the folded fliegerkarte map section with expected fold wear; three gold stern razor-blade packets marked \"d.r. patent\" and \"beste solinger arbeit, \" together with a printed klingentrockner blade-drying sleeve, all showing light handling wear; and a cloth luftwaffe breast eagle, embroidered in silver-grey thread on a dark wool ground, presenting in clean, seemingly unissued condition. overall the group grades fair to very good, with wear concentrated on the compass capsule and lamp housing as noted, and all paper and cloth items displaying only minor, expected handling. a characterful and photogenic luftwaffe-era display lot that brings together navigation, emergency light, sustenance and personal necessities exactly as an airman of the period would have carried them."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"151","title":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe ak39 compass & flight kit lot"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25729/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII Luftwaffe AK39 compass and flight kit lot, comprising various items used by German airmen during World War II. The lot includes a wrist-mounted compass with a black strap, a folded map of what appears to be Europe, an \"AK39\" type identifier on the compass, a Luftwaffe eagle insignia badge, and several small boxes of \"GOLD STERN\" brand matches or similar items, along with a \"SCHO-KA-KOLA\" tin. These items represent a personal navigation and survival kit.","soldPrice":325,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:08:56.620Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25729,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25730/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25730/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25730/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25730/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25730/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25730/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"rectangular white-enameled metal plate with thin black border and five mounting cutouts (central top keyhole, two top circular holes, two lower keyholes). two reddish-brown circular stamps reading \"wehrmacht\" / \"luftwaffe\" around a luftwaffe-style eagle clutching a hakenkreuz. light scuffs and smudges on the enamel. exact vehicle/sign use not marked beyond the stamps. offered as a historical marking plate. condition good as shown."},"estimateMax":90,"lotNumber":"152","title":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe license plate - mint unissued"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25730/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII Luftwaffe license plate, described as \"mint unissued,\" representing German military vehicle identification from the Second World War. The rectangular plate has a white background with a black border, showing keyhole-shaped mounting holes. Two red stamps, featuring an eagle emblem and text that includes \"Wehrmacht\" and \"Luftwaffe,\" are present on the white surface, indicating its military origin and branch.","soldPrice":30,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:09:31.462Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $90","currency":"USD","id":25730,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25731/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25731/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25731/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"1938 'grundsteinlegung des volkswagenwerkes' commemorative cast desk ashtray with matching pair of kdf-wagen lapel badges, marked ges. gesch. this lot brings together a cast, bronze-patinated desk ashtray and a matching pair of lapel badges, all produced to commemorate the cornerstone laying of the volkswagen factory at fallersleben on 26 may 1938. each piece bears the identical design - the streamlined kdf-wagen (the prototype volkswagen beetle) set before a deutsche arbeitsfront cogwheel enclosing a swastika, above the raised inscription grundsteinlegung des volkswagenwerkes mai 1938. the badges carry a maker's diamond cartouche and the ges. gesch. protection mark on their reverse, consistent with period commercial manufacture of commemorative and souvenir badges produced for state-sponsored ceremonies of this kind; no separate biography or presentation record accompanies the group, and the history here rests entirely in the objects and their inscriptions. the cornerstone ceremony they commemorate was a heavily publicized event of the nazi propaganda apparatus, staged before a large crowd and attended by adolf hitler, who used the occasion to announce the new factory town and the kdf-wagen program under the auspices of the deutsche arbeitsfront's 'kraft durch freude' (strength through joy) leisure organization. german workers were encouraged to purchase savings stamps toward eventual ownership of the car, a promise never fulfilled, as the plant was redirected to military vehicle production with the outbreak of war in 1939. commemorative badges and desk pieces such as these were produced or distributed to mark the occasion, blending automotive enthusiasm with the regime's broader industrial and social propaganda, and they survive today as tangible souvenirs of the kdf-wagen project before the factory turned instead to wartime kuebelwagen and schwimmwagen production. the ashtray is a heavier cast-metal piece with an irregular, naturalistic outline, the kdf-wagen and daf cogwheel motif raised in relief at the rear beside an oak sprig, and a scalloped bowl for cigarette rests; its underside retains the original red felt protective backing, now toned with age. the two lapel badges are of silver-finished stamped metal, each repeating the car-and-cogwheel design over the two-line inscription, each with a diamond maker's cartouche and ges. gesch. mark stamped into the reverse, and each retaining an intact, functional pin-back fitting. condition on all three pieces is very good for age: the ashtray shows light overall surface oxidation and an attractive dark patina consistent with bronze-toned castings of the period, its felt backing intact though worn and lightly discolored at the edges; the badges display mild age-toning and minor contact marks but remain crisp in detail with legible markings. as with most surviving examples of this popular commemorative issue, reproductions of the 1938 vw cornerstone badge are known in the collecting market, and buyers are encouraged to weigh authenticity through in-hand examination. a cohesive, matched grouping pairing the desk ashtray and lapel badge forms of this well-known 1938 volkswagen cornerstone commemorative - automobilia bound inseparably to the industrial propaganda of the third reich."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"153","title":{"en":"1938 vw cornerstone ashtray & badge pair"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25731/view","tags":["uscollectibles_automobilia","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a 1938 VW cornerstone ashtray and a pair of badges, dating to the pre-WWII era in Germany, specifically related to the founding of the Volkswagen Works. The ashtray is made of dark metal and depicts a classic Volkswagen Beetle car and a sun motif, with text \"GRUNDSTEINLEGUNG DES VOLKSWAGENWERKES MAI 1938\". The two smaller badges replicate the car design and text, including a swastika emblem, indicating their origin in Nazi Germany.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:09:56.651Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25731,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25732/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25732/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25732/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwi-era r.j. reynolds camel turkish & domestic blend cigarettes cardboard slide-shell box, circa 1910s-1920s offered here is an early, empty paperboard slide-shell box for camel turkish & domestic blend cigarettes, produced by the r.j. reynolds tobacco company of winston-salem, north carolina. the box retains its bold period lettering and brand graphics on the lid and long sides, a modest survivor of one of the most influential consumer tobacco products of the early 20th century. no separate provenance or ownership history accompanies the piece; its significance rests in the object itself as a period packaging artifact, with the photographs not establishing whether this example originally held 50 or 100 cigarettes. launched in 1913, camel cigarettes transformed the american tobacco market by offering a pre-blended, machine-rolled product combining turkish and domestic burley tobaccos in convenient packaged form - a marked departure from the loose tobacco and roll-your-own habits that had dominated prior decades. the brand's rise coincided with america's entry into the first world war, and camel quickly became a fixture in soldiers' kits and home-front care packages, its imagery and slogans becoming near-universal touchstones of the era. stiff paperboard slide-and-shell boxes such as this one were used at the retail and bulk level for dispensing cigarettes in larger quantities prior to the industry's later shift toward cellophane-wrapped paper cartons, making surviving examples a tangible link to early tobacco marketing and wartime consumer culture, though no individual military association is documented for this particular box. the box is a stiff two-piece cardboard slide-and-shell construction, printed in dark teal and cream lettering reading \"camel / turkish & domestic blend / cigarettes\" across the lid and repeated along both long side panels. the interior tray is plain, unprinted paperboard with folded corner construction visible where the box has been opened; no factory address, date, or quantity marking is legible in the supplied photographs. the box is empty, containing no cigarettes, inserts, or paper ephemera. condition is fair. a substantial tear and missing paperboard section runs along one long edge of the lid near a corner, with additional splitting and separation at the corners, general bowing of the shell, surface fading, and interior staining and dirt residue consistent with age and storage. the piece should be handled carefully to avoid enlarging existing tears. a well-worn but genuinely early survivor of camel's original packaging, offered as a tangible touch point to the world war i-era tobacco trade that supplied millions of american servicemen overseas."},"estimateMax":80,"lotNumber":"154","title":{"en":"wwi-era camel turkish blend cigarette slide box"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25732/view","tags":["uscollectibles_tobacciana","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWI-era Camel Turkish & Domestic Blend cigarette slide box, representing tobacco packaging from the World War I period. The box is made of brown cardboard with green lettering that spells \"CAMEL TURKISH & DOMESTIC BLEND CIGARETTES\". The overall condition suggests its age, with some wear and discoloration visible on the cardboard.","soldPrice":35,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:10:28.862Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $80","currency":"USD","id":25732,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25733/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25733/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25733/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25733/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25733/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25733/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25733/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25733/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii chesterfield cigarettes - 10 packs with carton. world war ii-period chesterfield cigarettes group: ten packs with the carton. excellent display set, with damage minimal on most packs. mid-century chesterfield packaging. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"155","title":{"en":"wwii chesterfield cigarettes - 10 packs with"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25733/view","tags":["uscollectibles_tobacciana","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises WWII Chesterfield cigarettes, consisting of 10 packs, representing tobacco products from the World War II era. The item is a cardboard outer carton containing multiple individual packs. The green lettering prominently displays \"Chesterfield CIGARETTES\" and \"FINEST TURKISH & DOMESTIC TOBACCOS\". The carton shows signs of wear, consistent with its age and historical context.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:10:58.797Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $500","currency":"USD","id":25733,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25734/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25734/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25734/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25734/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"world war ii u.s. army air forces type n-6a illuminated reflector gun sight, designation 24704a, manufactured by e.a. laboratories, inc., brooklyn, new york, under spec. no. w11-107 ac-143 (52) offered here is an original wwii-period usaaf type n-6a illuminated reflector gun sight, a non-computing optical sight built for defensive gun positions aboard american combat aircraft. the riveted data plate identifies the type as \"n-6a\" with the accompanying designation \"24704a, \" the specification number \"w11-107 ac-143 (52), \" and the manufacturer as e.a. laboratories, inc. of brooklyn, new york. no separate published unit history or provenance accompanies this example; its story rests in the physical piece and its manufacturer's markings alone. the n-6 series reflector sight was a mainstay of american aerial gunnery in both the european and pacific theaters, fitted into powered dorsal, ball, and tail turrets on heavy bombers such as the b-17 flying fortress, b-24 liberator, and b-25 mitchell, as well as flexible waist gun mounts and the radar-directed turret systems of night fighters like the p-61 black widow. by projecting an illuminated reticle onto an angled combiner glass, it allowed a gunner to track a fast-moving attacker without the parallax error of a fixed iron sight - a real advantage in the high-altitude engagements that defined the bomber offensive against the luftwaffe and the long island-hopping air war in the pacific. sights of this type were produced in quantity under war department contract as american industry raced to arm the eighth and fifteenth air forces' bomber streams and the pacific bomber and night-fighter squadrons alike. the sight is housed in its original cast-metal body with black crackle finish, its form angled to fit a turret or flexible mount. the folding combiner glass remains hinged within its metal frame, and the toggle switch, electrical connector plug, and mounting tabs are all present. faint circular inspection stamps are visible on the upper housing, along with a small red rubber inspector's seal near the switch. the data plate is clean, legible, and fully intact, reading \"u.s. army air forces / gun sight / name of article / n-6a 24704a / type spec. no. / w11-107 ac-143 (52) / order no. / e. a. laboratories, inc., brooklyn, n.y. / m'f'r'd. by.\" no mounting bracket, transit case, or paperwork accompanies this lot; the sight is offered as the standalone instrument. cosmetic condition is very good for a wartime optical instrument: the crackle finish is largely intact with only minor edge scuffs and small paint chips, and the reflector glass remains intact but shows some expected edge delamination and silvering degradation consistent with eight decades of age. the switch, connector pins, and mounting tabs appear undamaged; internal electrical function and reticle illumination have not been tested. a well-marked and display-ready usaaf turret gunsight, the very type of instrument through which a bomber gunner tracked an attacking fighter across the skies of europe and the pacific."},"estimateMax":260,"lotNumber":"156","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf n-6a reflector gun sight, e.a. labs"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25734/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII USAAF N-6A Reflector Gun Sight, manufactured by E.A. Labs. This piece of military aviation equipment dates to the World War II era. It is constructed primarily of metal, featuring a textured black finish. The sight has a multi-part construction with a main cylindrical body, an upper rectangular component, and a control knob on the side. A label on the body provides manufacturing details, identifying it as a 'U.S. ARMY AIR FORCES' item.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.107Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$160 - $260","currency":"USD","id":25734,"estimateMin":160},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25735/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25735/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25735/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25735/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25735/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25735/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"pair of inert u.s. mk ii \"pineapple\" fragmentation grenades - a mid-wwii solid-base body with yellow he collar paired with a post-war \"a/h\" cast open-base practice body fitted with an m228-type fuze head offered is a study pair of inert u.s. mk ii fragmentation grenades, the deeply segmented cast-iron \"pineapple\" that armed american infantry from the first world war through korea and vietnam. no separate published provenance accompanies either example; their story is told entirely through their construction, markings, and fuze components, which place the two bodies at different points in the type's long service life. both are completely inert and present no functional hazard. adopted in 1918, the mk ii remained the u.s. army's standard defensive hand grenade throughout world war ii. early-war bodies were cast with a threaded filler plug in the base for loading the tnt or flake tnt charge; by the middle of the war this was phased out in favor of a solid cast base, the arrangement seen on the left-hand grenade here. from 1942 onward, a narrow band of yellow paint around the neck, over an olive drab body, denoted a live high-explosive filling - the same collar marking preserved on this now-inert example. the companion grenade, with its open, drilled base and cast foundry codes"},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"157","title":{"en":"wwii mk ii pineapple grenades, pair"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25735/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a pair of WWII Mk II 'pineapple' grenades, identifiable by their distinctive segmented, cast-iron bodies. These military ordnance items date from the World War II period. Each grenade features a dark olive-green finish, characteristic of military equipment from that era. One grenade has a yellow band near the fuse assembly. Both grenades include the ring and lever mechanism at the top.","soldPrice":225,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:12:17.855Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25735,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25736/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25736/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25736/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25736/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"us army combat engineer demolition satchel charge bag, od canvas with fabric tie-tape closures, wwii to korean war era, field-used offered here is an original olive-drab canvas demolition satchel bag consistent with the type issued to u.s. army combat engineers and airborne demolition specialists as part of the m37 demolition kit. no maker's stamp, contract ink, or unit marking is apparent on the surviving fabric, and no separate provenance or named history accompanies the piece; its story is told through construction and field wear rather than any documented association with a specific soldier or unit. satchels of this pattern were designed to carry block explosive charges such as composition c-2 or tnt forward to the objective, allowing combat engineers to breach bunkers, wire obstacles, and railway lines. a hallmark of the type is the deliberate absence of metal hardware - cloth tie tapes stand in for buckles and snaps, letting an engineer open and reseal the bag silently, without the risk of a stray metallic click betraying a position during a night demolition mission. the wide, continuous webbing shoulder strap let the charge be carried hands-free right up to the target, a feature that made this pattern of satchel indispensable to engineer and airborne demolition teams across the north african, european, and pacific theaters, with continued service life extending into the korean war. the bag is constructed of olive drab canvas with a wide integral web shoulder strap, a roomy main compartment, and a smaller internal pocket beneath the overlapping flap, each secured by cloth tie tapes rather than buckles or snaps. the flap and pocket edges show reinforced stitching, and two faint small stamped or embossed characters are visible on the underside of the flap, though they do not form a legible maker's mark or contract stamp. photographs show the front, reverse, and full interior construction, including the pocket lining and seam work. an honest, working example of the quick-release demolition satchel that put high explosive into the hands of the combat engineers who blew the way forward."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"158","title":{"en":"wwii us army m37 demolition satchel charge bag"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25736/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII US Army M37 demolition satchel charge bag, a piece of military field gear from the World War II era. The bag is made from olive drab canvas or similar heavy fabric. It features a main compartment with a flap closure, secured by tie-strings. A wide, matching fabric strap is attached for carrying over the shoulder. The overall appearance is consistent with functional military equipment of the period.","soldPrice":30,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:12:59.927Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$60 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25736,"estimateMin":60},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25737/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25737/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25737/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25737/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25737/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"three vintage dry batteries in original cardboard: two ba-38 military-style packs-one eveready (charlotte, n.c., \"positive 103 1/2 volts, \" fr-36-039-n-5-06934(e)) and one burgess battery company / servel (freeport, ill., fr-36-039-c-6-33934(e), stamp \"0966\"); plus red eveready w-361 \"for electronic and radio uses\" / union carbide pack marked +103 1/2 in cellophane. light shelf wear. sold as sealed packaging/display-do not install or puncture. condition good as shown."},"estimateMax":80,"lotNumber":"159","title":{"en":"ba-38 batteries for bc-611 handie-talkie"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25737/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot contains BA-38 dry batteries, intended for the BC-611 handie-talkie, presented in their original packaging. The items are military radio components, likely dating from the World War II era. The batteries are housed in tall, rectangular cardboard boxes, two dark grey and one red, with printed labels indicating \"BATTERY, DRY BA-38\" and manufacturers such as Burgess Battery Company and Eveready. The packaging is intact, with text in English, showing some wear consistent with age.","soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:13:29.421Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $80","currency":"USD","id":25737,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25738/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25738/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25738/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25738/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25738/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25738/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"three burgess no. xx69 1031/2-volt \"b\" dry cell batteries with original retail sleeves and master shipping carton - commercial equivalent to signal corps ba-38 for the bc-611/scr-536 handie-talkie, burgess battery company, freeport, illinois, circa late 1940s-1950s offered here is a rare surviving set of three burgess no. xx69 1031/2-volt \"b\" batteries, still nested together in their original master shipping carton. the xx69 was a specialized high-voltage dry cell built for portable transceivers of the postwar era, and while sold commercially rather than under military contract, it is dimensionally and functionally the direct civilian counterpart to the signal corps ba-38 - the plate-voltage battery paired with the low-voltage ba-37 \"a\" cell inside the legendary bc-611 handie-talkie of the scr-536 radio set. no individual recipient or unit history attaches to a battery lot of this kind; its interest rests in its originality, its packaging, and its technical lineage to one of the most recognizable pieces of american handheld signal equipment. the bc-611 was the u.s. army's first true pocket-carried two-way radio, issued to infantry, paratroopers, and beachhead signalmen from north africa and the pacific through the korean war, and its vacuum-tube circuitry depended on exactly this kind of slim, high-voltage dry cell to supply plate current. because batteries were consumable field items meant to be exhausted and discarded, most that circulate today among militaria and vintage-radio collectors are loose, stripped cells; a matched trio still boxed together, as offered here, is a genuinely scarce companion piece for a bc-611 or scr-536 exhibit or display. each of the three individual battery sleeves carries the bold black, white, and cream candy-stripe graphic scheme with a red \"xx69 burgess radio 'b' battery\" cartouche to the face and the 1031/2-volt marking to the end panel. the reverse of each sleeve is printed with technical text describing the cell as a \"1031/2 volt 'b' battery for handie-talkie type two-way portable receivers, \" instructing the user to \"replace with burgess no. xx69 for continued satisfaction, \" together with burgess's 1917 copyright and trademark registration line and the internal code \"635.\" top contact ends show light oxidation and dulling consistent with age. the outer corrugated shipping carton is printed \"three burgess no. xx69 1031/2 volt 'b' batteries, p1646, 635b, burgess battery company, freeport, illinois, \" and one panel retains an intact st. regis paper company singlewall box-certificate stamp. no additional radio equipment, documents, or accessories accompany this lot beyond the three batteries and their two layers of original packaging. condition is very good for the type: the cells are long-expired display items only and are not functional, with minor edge wear, light surface rubbing, and small corner dings to the individual sleeves, and mild toning, surface staining, edge bumping, and remnants of original tape to the outer shipping carton. a well-preserved and rarely-seen boxed set that speaks directly to the field power supply behind america's first true handheld combat radio."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"160","title":{"en":"scarce boxed burgess xx69 bc-611 battery trio"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25738/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a scarce, boxed trio of Burgess XX69 'B' batteries, designed for the BC-611 radio. These are vintage electronic components, specifically radio batteries, likely from the WWII period. The three individual batteries are housed in distinctive striped boxes, marked 'BURGESS RADIO B BATTERY', and are contained within their original brown cardboard outer box. The outer box is printed with 'THREE BURGESS No. XX69 103½ VOLT \"B\" BATTERIES' and the manufacturer's details, all in English.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:14:12.907Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$90 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25738,"estimateMin":90},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25739/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25739/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25739/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25739/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army field ration type c 'b unit' sealed tin by sawyer biscuit company and emergency ration pemmican tin with key by armour and company, plus sealed chesterfield cigarette ration, flattened gillette razor and rubberset brush cartons, and handy pad supply co. carlisle bandage shipping box, june 25, 1943 offered here is an evocative six-piece grouping of original world war ii u.s. military field gear and ration items, anchored by two factory-sealed tins that survive unopened more than eighty years after issue. no individual soldier's name or unit is associated with this lot, and no separate published biography exists; its significance rests in the objects themselves as tangible survivors of gi daily life circa 1941-1945. the centerpiece is a sealed army field ration type c 'b unit' can produced by the sawyer biscuit company, a division of united biscuit company of america, chicago - one of three interchangeable units (a, b, c) that comprised the standard c-ration meal system fielded to american troops from north africa through the pacific. this example, printed with its contents of 4.5 oz biscuit, 5 oz sugar, and 3 oz soluble coffee, retains its original wire key still looped through the tab, never twisted to open, with faint blue ink or grease-pencil markings visible on the lid. alongside it is a sealed emergency ration pemmican tin, type 84-r(a), packed by armour and company, general offices, chicago - a dense survival ration of pemmican, sugar, and oatmeal developed for aircrews and men facing extended isolation from supply, its 31/2-ounce net weight and opening key both present and intact. both tins speak directly to the quartermaster corps' effort to keep the american fighting man fed under every conceivable field condition. rounding out the lot are four accessory items reflecting the broader gi experience: a still-sealed 3-pack of chesterfield ration cigarettes in original cellophane, printed with the brand's familiar 'milder - cooler - better taste' slogan; a gillette safety razor carton, stock no. 25-r-3425, flattened for storage; a flattened rubberset shaving-brush box with bold red-and-black graphics advertising its sterilized, hard-rubber-gripped bristles; and a 10-pack outer shipping carton for 'packet first aid carlisle model metal covered' dressings, dated june 25, 1943 and packed by handy pad supply co. of worcester, mass. for conray products co. of new york - the same camouflaged carlisle dressing carried by every american soldier for battlefield first aid. condition is very good overall. the c-ration and pemmican tins remain factory sealed with keys present, showing expected surface oxidation and handling wear. the chesterfield pack remains sealed in intact cellophane. the gillette and rubber set boxes are empty and flattened as issued, and the carlisle carton is likewise empty and flattened, with toning, edge tears, and conspicuous water staining. contents of the sealed tins have not been inspected. a tactile, unopened cross-section of the american soldier's ration and hygiene kit, spanning quartermaster food, tobacco, medical, and personal-care supply of the second world war."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"161","title":{"en":"wwii sealed c-ration & pemmican gi gear lot"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25739/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot is a WWII GI gear collection, featuring a sealed C-Ration and a pemmican can, alongside other personal items. This assortment of military provisions and personal effects dates to the World War II period. The materials include metal cans for the rations and paper/cardboard packaging for items like 'Genuine RubberSet' shaving brush, 'Chesterfield' cigarettes, and a 'Gillette Safety Razor'. An unfolded 'PACKET FIRST AID Carlisle Model' box is also included, with text in English, presenting a diverse snapshot of soldier's gear.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:14:57.798Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25739,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25740/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25740/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25740/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25740/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25740/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25740/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25740/007/007.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii p-38 lightning friend light housing with wiring. military-style dual light assembly on a rounded rectangular olive-drab metal plate: two teardrop clear housings with visible bulbs, silver u-clamps for rod/pipe mounting, and tan leather-like padding/straps visible at the rear. lower clamp stamped \"lang\" over \"741-t8.\" paint scuffs and age wear; glass/plastic covers appear intact."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"162","title":{"en":"wwii p-38 lightning friend light housing with"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25740/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII P-38 Lightning 'friend' light housing, a component from a military aircraft of the World War II era. The housing features a sturdy, olive-green painted metal base. It holds two clear, teardrop-shaped glass light covers, each secured with screws. Two metal clamps are attached to the base, with visible markings on one that reads 'LCW 741-13'. The piece shows wear consistent with its age and military use.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.109Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25740,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25741/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25741/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25741/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25741/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25741/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"19th century high-relief bronze profile bust of george washington, mounted on fabric-covered wood plaque with iron hanging chain, cataloguer's notes indicate recovered \"from pub\" 11x17 overall. 7x10 bust, 1in depth. bust is 1.5in depth. offered here is an antique bronze relief plaque depicting george washington in classical profile, cast in hollow high relief and secured to its original wooden backing board by a central iron washer plate, threaded stud, and nut. no maker's mark or foundry signature is visible in the supplied photographs, and no separate published history accompanies the piece; its story rests in the form and manner of its construction and mounting, which are consistent with commercial decorative work of the mid-to-late 19th century. the cataloguer's note that the piece came \"from pub\" suggests a working life as a fixture of tavern or public-house decor, though this cannot be independently verified from the images alone. profile busts of washington proliferated throughout the 19th century, their popularity rooted in life portraits taken by jean-antoine houdon and gilbert stuart and later codified in medallic form by engravers such as christian gobrecht at the u.s. mint. as the centennial year of 1876 approached, american and european foundries cast bronze portrait medallions and wall plaques of the first president in quantity for display in private libraries, fraternal lodge halls, civic buildings, and public houses, where such patriotic imagery served as a fixture of respectable decor. this example, with its queue-tied classical hairstyle and dignified bearing, sits within that broad tradition of commemorative washingtoniana produced for the popular market rather than as a presentation or commissioned work. the bronze casting is the most significant element and shows an attractive, undisturbed surface: an age-appropriate golden-brown patina with pockets of verdigris, scattered dark oxidation, and light rub to the higher relief points of the nose, brow, and swept hair consistent with long display and handling. the reverse edge of the casting is plain and unmarked where visible. the bust is mounted to a substantial raw pine board, exposed at the reverse, and is fitted with an old iron chain strung across the upper portion for wall hanging, with a heavy circular iron washer plate, hex nut, and through-bolt securing the bronze centrally through the board. the original fabric covering - a coarse woven textile, likely felt or a heavy twill, dyed blue and now faded to tan and gray tones - survives only in fragmentary and deteriorated condition, with significant tears, fraying, staining, and losses exposing the bare pine beneath; cloth binding tape along the plaque's edges has separated and lifted in places. no case, box, or accompanying paperwork is present. condition of the bronze element is stable and displays well; the fabric-covered mount is in poor, heavily worn condition and would benefit from conservation or re-covering should a buyer wish to display the piece formally. a characterful survivor of america's long-standing fascination with washington imagery - the bronze bust remains strong and expressive even as its old fabric mount bears the honest, well-earned scars of a century or more of use."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"163","title":{"en":"19th c. bronze washington profile plaque, pub"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25741/view","tags":["usart_sculpture","usart","usart_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a 19th-century bronze plaque, featuring a profile portrait of George Washington. The plaque is a bas-relief sculpture, depicting Washington facing left, with his hair tied back in a queue. The bronze bust is mounted on what appears to be a dark, possibly wooden or cloth-covered, rectangular backing with visible wear and some chipping. The material of the plaque is bronze, and it exhibits a metallic sheen with some areas of darker patina. This historical decorative art piece would appeal to collectors of Americana and presidential memorabilia.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:16:22.914Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25741,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25742/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25742/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25742/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25742/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25742/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25742/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25742/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25742/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25742/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"british pattern 1751-type infantry hanger, brass-hilted, engraved \"lancashire / m\" with rack number 2/47 and crescent-marked blade, circa 1750-1780 offered is a well-preserved british pattern 1751-type infantry hanger, a short sword pattern carried by battalion and grenadier companies of the line as well as by county militia regiments through the mid-to-late 18th century. the outer guard is crisply and legibly engraved \"lancashire\" over \"m, \" clearly identifying it as ordnance issued to the lancashire militia, with an inventory or rack number \"2/47\" struck just below - the divided figure consistent with the numbering conventions county militia stores used to track arms held in readiness for periodic musters and embodiments. no individual soldier's biography accompanies the piece; its story is carried entirely by the regimental marking and inventory number stamped into the brass, along with the crescent- or eyebrow-form mark struck near the forte of the blade. county militia regiments, reconstituted under the militia act of 1757, existed to provide home defense and to free regular battalions for continental and colonial service during the seven years' war and, later, the american war of independence. militiamen of this period were armed with standard-pattern ordnance hangers of exactly this type - cast brass-hilted, single-edged sidearms carried alongside the musket, intended more for camp utility and close-in work than as a primary battlefield weapon. swords of this pattern remained in service through decades of intermittent militia embodiment, including the invasion scares of the 1790s, and surviving examples bearing clear, legible county markings such as this one are consistently sought after by collectors of british edged weapons and militia history. the precise date of issue and the place of blade manufacture cannot be established with certainty from the piece alone; a british or solingen-supplied blade with british hilting and assembly is entirely consistent with hangers of this class and period. the sword retains its cast brass hilt with a pierced, heart-shaped double-branch knuckle guard, a spiral-ribbed brass grip, and a spherical pommel. the guard is engraved \"lancashire / m\" with \"2/47\" beneath, all markings crisp and fully legible. the gently curving, single-edged steel blade carries a small engraved crescent or eyebrow-form mark near the forte, and a leather washer survives at the blade shoulder where it meets the guard. the sword is offered alone, without its original scabbard, which does not survive. in good antique condition throughout, the brass hilt shows a warm, even patina with scattered contact marks and minor dents along the ribbed grip consistent with genuine service handling. the blade displays scattered dark spotting, oxidation staining, and light surface scratching, but maintains a stable, undistorted profile without severe pitting or significant edge damage. the leather washer shows appropriate age and wear. a genuinely appealing, clearly marked lancashire militia hanger whose crisp guard inscription and rack number connect a mid-18th-century infantry sidearm directly to the everyday administration and readiness of britain's county forces."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"164","title":{"en":"scarce p1751 lancashire militia hanger 2/47"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25742/view","tags":["uscollectibles_woaponsandarmor","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a scarce P1751 Lancashire Militia hanger, a military saber or short sword. The weapon dates from the 18th century, specifically around 1751, and is made of steel and brass. It features a single-edged, slightly curved blade, showing signs of age and patina. The hilt is constructed with a brass, spiral-wrapped grip and a guard with a distinctive D-shaped knuckle bow and curved quillons. A moon or crescent-shaped mark is visible on the blade.","soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:17:36.644Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25742,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25743/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25743/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25743/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25743/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii us airborne paratrooper luminous identification disk, circa 1944. offered here is a rare, compact luminous disk designed as a covert identification marker for u.s. paratroopers during the clandestine night drops preceding the normandy invasion of june 6, 1944. these critical devices served as vital signaling aids, allowing friendly troops to identify one another in the dark and mitigate the risk of friendly fire during the chaotic early hours of d-day. paratroopers typically secured these markers to the back of their m1 helmets via helmet nets, integrated them into tactical webbing, or stitched them directly onto uniform components. the piece features a central, faintly phosphorescent compound designed to emit a low-light glow, providing essential visibility without the danger of revealing the soldier's position to enemy fire. its design emphasizes tactical utility and low-profile concealment, marking it as a highly sought-after piece of airborne field equipment. the obverse presents a circular stamped-metal flange with the legends \"poison\" and \"inside, \" elements that historically served as technical identifiers or protective markers on specific military apparatus. the reverse displays a shallow rim enclosing a translucent window over a pale, luminous backing disc. condition is fair to good; the stamped face shows oxidation and patina consistent with age and field use, while the mounting eyelets remain intact. the window surface shows minor clouding and toning consistent with the material's age. surviving examples of these early identification disks are exceptionally rare and represent a profound piece of d-day history, offering a tangible link to the clandestine operations of the american airborne divisions."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"165","title":{"en":"wwii us airborne paratrooper luminous disk"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25743/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII US Airborne paratrooper luminous disk, a piece of military equipment from the World War II era. The disk is circular, encased in a clear outer ring with a milky white, opaque center. It features two small holes on opposite sides for attachment. The materials appear to be metal and some form of translucent and opaque plastic or resin. The disk's design suggests a functional purpose, likely for visibility in low light.","soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:18:39.770Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25743,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25744/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25744/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii-pattern u.s. airborne paratrooper helmet liner chin cups, lot of four (4), molded leather with chamois lining and punched eyelet adjustment tabs - m-2/m-1c helmet liner configuration offered here is a grouping of four molded leather chin cups of the type fitted to u.s. army airborne helmet liners during the second world war, used to secure the m-2 and later m-1c helmets against the shock loads of a parachute jump. no maker markings, unit provenance, or paperwork accompany the lot, and no separate biography can be attached to the pieces; they are catalogued here as representative examples of a well-known airborne accessory rather than as attributed to any single soldier or outfit. the standard m-1 helmet liner, adequate for the infantryman on the ground, proved unreliable for paratroopers, whose helmets were prone to shifting or departing the head entirely during the opening shock of a parachute deployment or a hard landing. the army's solution was a webbing"},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"166","title":{"en":"wwii us airborne m-1c helmet chin cups, lot of 4"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25744/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features four WWII US Airborne M-1C helmet chin cups. These military surplus items are made from leather, designed for historical American airborne helmets. The chin cups vary slightly in color, with two appearing light brown or tan and two in a darker brown or grey tone. Each cup is an oval shape with perforated straps extending from both ends, indicating they are attachable components for headwear.","soldPrice":325,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:20:23.642Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25744,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25745/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25745/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25745/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25745/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25745/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army liquid-filled wrist compass by superior magneto corp., l.i. city, n.y., with original tan leather strap - the paratrooper's orientation instrument associated with the 82nd and 101st airborne divisions offered here is an original world war ii u.s. army wrist compass, manufactured by the superior magneto corporation of long island city, new york, one of the principal wartime contractors - alongside the taylor instrument companies - for this specialized navigational tool issued to airborne troops, pathfinders, and combat engineers. no individual recipient can be identified from the piece itself, and no separate biography accompanies it; its significance rests in its type, maker markings, and well-documented wartime service rather than named provenance. this pattern of compass was designed to solve a very specific tactical problem: a paratrooper landing scattered and disoriented, often far from his intended drop zone in darkness or under fire, needed an instant means of finding his bearings without fumbling for a map case. the oversized bakelite housing and extra-long tan leather strap were purpose-built to be worn over a bulky jump jacket sleeve, load-bearing equipment, or even strapped around the ankle over jump boots. compasses of this type equipped paratroopers of the 82nd and 101st airborne divisions during the normandy drops of 6 june 1944 and in subsequent airborne operations across the european theater, where rapid regrouping after a scattered jump could mean the difference between reaching the objective and being cut off. while this individual example cannot be tied to a specific unit or drop, it is entirely consistent with the type carried by american paratroopers throughout the war. the housing is molded olive-drab bakelite/plastic, intact with only light surface wear. the reverse is clearly embossed manufactured by / superior magneto corp. / l.i. city n.y. / u.s.a., with minor black adhesive residue partially crossing but not obscuring the marking. the rotating bezel, graduated in degrees with cardinal points n-s-e-w, turns smoothly and remains crisp and legible. beneath the crystal, the red-and-white compass needle and directional pointer remain visible, though the internal damping liquid has dried or evaporated, a condition typical of surviving wartime examples of this pattern. the crystal shows fine age scuffing and light crazing. the original tan leather wrist strap survives complete with its period buckle, keeper, and punched adjustment holes, the white stitching intact and the leather showing honest creasing and surface wear consistent with age and use. a solid, correctly maker-marked example of the wrist compass that guided america's airborne soldiers through the chaos of scattered drops and unfamiliar ground, offered complete with its original leather strap."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"167","title":{"en":"wwii us airborne superior magneto wrist compass"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25745/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII US Airborne Superior magneto wrist compass, a piece of military navigation equipment. The compass features a circular face with numerical markings from 0 to 340, including cardinal directions (N, S, E, W). It has a clear cover, a rotating bezel, and a red-tipped needle indicating direction. The compass is attached to a light brown leather wrist strap, consistent with WWII-era materials.","soldPrice":325,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:21:35.804Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25745,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25746/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25746/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25746/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii-era us m-1910/m-1924 pattern olive drab canvas compass and first aid pouches, matched pair with lift-the-dot closures and wire belt hangers offered here is a matched pair of world war ii-period canvas utility pouches of the m-1910/m-1924 equipment pattern, each designed to carry either a standard-issue lensatic or marching compass, or a folded first field dressing packet. no named soldier, unit marking, or contractor stamp is visible in the photographs, so this lot is catalogued as representative examples of standard american web gear rather than an attributed grouping; the story here rests in the objects themselves. developed from the original m-1910 infantry equipment system and carried forward with only minor modification through the interwar years and into world war ii, this small belt pouch became a near-universal fixture of the american soldier's individual load-bearing equipment. clipped to a pistol belt or cartridge belt by its rear wire double-hook hanger, a pouch of this pattern rode at the hip of infantrymen, medics, and officers alike across every theater of the war, from north africa and normandy to the jungles of the pacific. quartermaster specifications called for numerous subcontracted textile manufacturers to produce this exact form in bulk, and surviving period photographs confirm it remained in continuous front-line issue throughout the conflict - practical, unglamorous, and essential to the soldier who wore it. each pouch is constructed of olive drab cotton duck canvas with web-bound edges and a two-stud"},"estimateMax":90,"lotNumber":"168","title":{"en":"wwii us m-1910 compass/first aid pouches, pair"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25746/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a pair of WWII US M-1910 compass/first aid pouches, designed for military utility. Made from olive drab (OD) canvas, these rectangular pouches feature reinforced stitching and two metal snap closures on the front flap of each. The canvas material appears somewhat worn, consistent with period usage. These are functional textile accessories for holding small gear.","soldPrice":70,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:22:28.067Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $90","currency":"USD","id":25746,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25747/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25747/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25747/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25747/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25747/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"us pattern olive drab cotton webbing two-piece chin straps/chin cups with grommet adjusters, pair, circa 1940s-1950s offered here is a pair of original us military split-webbing chin straps, or chin cups, of the type fitted to steel helmet liners and specialized headgear from the world war ii through korean war era. no individual maker's mark, unit stamp, or date is visible on either piece, and no separate published provenance accompanies the lot; the attribution rests on pattern, construction, and hardware consistent with documented us army chin retention components of the period. secure chin retention was a genuine operational concern for troops whose duties placed unusual stress on the helmet and liner assembly. airborne personnel in particular required a chin fitting robust enough to withstand the opening shock of a parachute canopy without allowing the helmet to shift or be torn away, while dispatch riders, tank crewmen, and training cadre relied on similar split-cup fittings for their own liners and specialized helmets. the two-piece, split-webbing design seen in this lot - a central slotted opening that cradles the point of the chin, flanked by wings of heavy cotton webbing - was a standard solution across several helmet and liner patterns of the era, with blackened metal grommets set along each wing allowing the strap to be laced or buckled to studs on the shell or liner for an adjustable, secure fit. the pair comprises two straps of differing shade and weave: one in a lighter, yellowed khaki (od#3-type) cotton twill with five grommets visible along each wing, and one in a darker, more heavily used tan (od#7-type) herringbone twill with four grommets per wing. faint pencil or ink lettering is visible on the reverse of the darker strap but is not legible in the photographs. both straps retain their stitched central chin openings, with bar-tack reinforcement largely intact on each example. no helmet shell, liner, or additional insignia accompanies this lot; the two straps are offered as stand-alone webbing components. condition is honest and service-worn: general soiling and toning of the cotton webbing, oxidation and finish loss to the blackened brass or steel grommets, and light fraying at several strap ends. the darker strap shows a distinct area of thread loss and fabric thinning between the first and second grommets at one terminus, with additional wear visible at the opposite tip; the lighter strap shows comparatively less fabric loss but similar overall toning and grommet wear. a solid, honestly-worn pair of period us chin retention straps, well suited to completing a wwii-era liner or helmet restoration project."},"estimateMax":90,"lotNumber":"169","title":{"en":"wwii us helmet chin cup straps, od webbing pair"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25747/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of a pair of WWII US helmet chin cup straps, made from olive drab (OD) webbing. These military accessories are designed to attach to helmets, featuring a central padded section and straps on either side with multiple metal eyelets for adjustability. One strap is a lighter tan, and the other is a more muted olive green, showing variations typical of period webbing.","soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:23:47.867Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $90","currency":"USD","id":25747,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25748/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25748/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25748/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25748/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25748/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25748/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25748/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii us army airborne radium-luminous marker discs - clip-on and tie-on patterns with original cloth pouch, reverses stamped poison inside offered here is a scarce pairing of world war ii american radioluminescent identification discs, representing both principal mounting variants issued to airborne and combat engineer troops, together with a single original-issue cloth transport pouch. as stores-issue equipment distributed in bulk rather than to a named individual, no personal marking or unit association is present on either disc, and their history rests in the well-documented pattern of manufacture, issue, and battlefield use rather than any individual citation or published biography. these discs were filled with a compound of radium-226 and zinc sulfide, sealed beneath a clear celluloid or plexiglas dome, producing a faint but steady glow visible only at close range in total darkness. contracted through firms such as the united states radium corporation working to army corps of engineers and airborne command specifications, they were issued in limited numbers ahead of major night operations, most famously the parachute and glider landings that opened the normandy invasion in the early hours of 6 june 1944. troops clipped or laced them to helmet netting, harness webbing, or jacket collars, using the discs to silently identify friendly personnel and mark trail routes for follow-on waves moving through unfamiliar and hostile terrain in darkness. because the internal radium compound was genuinely hazardous if the dome was broken, the reverse of every disc was stamped poison inside as a period safety warning - a phrase legible, in mirrored relief, on the underside of the clip mechanism itself on the example offered here. the clip-on disc is the stronger of the pair: its reverse retains a robust, spring-loaded steel clip flanked by the clearly struck poison / inside warning, the two mounting eyelets intact, the dome clear, and the luminous face beneath smooth, evenly toned, and free of visible cracking. the tie-on disc, by contrast, shows a plain reverse pierced with the same two lacing holes and stamped poison, its brass surface heavily mottled and tarnished with age; the luminous face beneath its dome has sustained pronounced radial cracking with rust-orange staining bleeding across one quadrant, consistent with long-term deterioration of the internal compound or its casing. accompanying the pair is a single original-issue cloth carrying pouch of sage-green canvas with a hand-stitched edge, showing honest orange staining, light fraying at the opening, and wear consistent with genuine field use; no second pouch is present. both discs should continue to be treated with appropriate caution given their radioactive content, particularly the cracked example. a genuinely scarce surviving pairing of both airborne luminous marker patterns with accompanying period pouch - tangible relics of the radium-age technology developed to guide american paratroopers and engineers through the darkness of the war's greatest night operations."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"170","title":{"en":"rare wwii airborne luminous discs w/ pouch"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25748/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This rare WWII Airborne lot includes two luminous discs and a canvas pouch. The discs are circular, with a central light-colored, possibly phosphorescent, material encased in a transparent cover, showing some cracks on one disc. Each disc has two small holes on either side of the rim. The accompanying pouch is made of light-colored, possibly OD-colored, canvas with some visible staining, providing storage for these specialized airborne items.","soldPrice":1025,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:24:41.570Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25748,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25749/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25749/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"nos original wwii airborne m1 helmet chin cups, trio, tan/russet/bro. group of three m-2/m-1c-type molded leather airborne helmet chin cups in tan, russet, and dark brown offered here is a lot of three nos molded leather chin cups of the type fitted to u.s. paratrooper helmet liners, presented in natural tan, medium russet, and dark chocolate-brown leather. no named recipient, unit, or maker documentation accompanies the group; such small stamped-leather hardware rarely carries legible markings, and identification here rests on pattern, construction, and comparison to established references on m-2 and m-1c helmet liner hardware. these are original nos examples, not reproductions. the standard infantry m1 helmet's chinstrap arrangement proved inadequate for airborne troops, whose helmets were subjected to violent opening shock and prop blast during a parachute descent. to keep the helmet seated through the jump, airborne units adopted liners fitted with canvas a-yoke suspension straps that buckled to a molded leather cup cradling the chin, a feature first seen on the early d-bale (m-2) liner and continued on the definitive swivel-bale m-1c used through the second world war and into the korean war era. early-war cups were sometimes chamois-lined for comfort, while the more commonly encountered wartime and postwar type is the plain, unlined molded leather cup with punched adjustment holes at each strap end, exactly as seen in this lot. these small leather fittings saw hard, sweaty service in training and combat and consequently survive far less often in clean, unissued condition than the helmets and liners to which they were fitted - a point that must be weighed against the fresh state of the present examples. each of the three cups is a one-piece molded leather chin cup with an unlined flesh-side interior, a shaped concave central section flanked by straight strap ends, and a row of punched prong holes at both ends for attachment to the liner's a-yoke buckles. the first is finished in a natural, vegetable-tanned tan leather; the second in a medium russet brown; the third in a darker chocolate brown, together illustrating the range of leather tones encountered on this pattern across original and later-manufactured production. a tidy three-color study group of the paratrooper chin cup, useful for restoration of m-2 or m-1c airborne liners or as a compact reference set for collectors of u.s. jump equipment."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"171","title":{"en":"wwii airborne m1 helmet chin cups, trio"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25749/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a trio of WWII Airborne M1 helmet chin cups, made from molded leather. Each chin cup features an oval-shaped central piece with perforated straps extending from both ends for attachment. The cups vary in color, with one appearing light tan and the other two in darker brown tones, reflecting different finishes or aging. These are essential components for vintage military helmets.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:26:56.325Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$70 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25749,"estimateMin":70},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25750/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25750/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25750/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25750/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army model 1938 lensatic marching compass by w. & l.e. gurley, troy, n.y., with matching waterproofed od canvas belt pouch this lot presents a model 1938 lensatic marching compass manufactured by w. & l.e. gurley of troy, new york, one of the established american precision instrument makers contracted by the war department for military navigation equipment during the second world war. the compass survives complete with its original olive drab waterproofed canvas carrying pouch, fitted with dual lift-the-dot snap closures and a wire belt hanger sized for standard m1910/m1936 web gear. w. & l.e. gurley, founded in troy in 1845, built its prewar reputation on high-grade surveying transits and levels, and that same precision manufacturing capacity was turned over to the mass production of lensatic marching compasses for issue to american infantry, artillery, and reconnaissance troops across every theater of the war. the model 1938 was a fixture of the individual soldier's field kit, relied upon for dead reckoning, land navigation, and artillery adjustment from north africa to the pacific islands. its dual scale - calibrated in both 360 degrees and 64 artillery mils - let infantrymen and gunners share a common instrument for plotting azimuths and calling fire missions, a small but essential tool behind countless movements of the war. the compass is housed in an aluminum and brass case with a folding sighting lid, thumb loop, and rear eyepiece magnifier/sight. the black-painted exterior finish shows honest edge wear and loss, exposing bright brass and aluminum beneath, consistent with genuine field or long-term handling. the dial beneath the glass is clearly lettered \"w. & l.e. gurley / troy, n.y., u.s.a., \" with luminous cardinal points, an intact sighting wire, and crisp concentric degree and mil graduations. the accompanying waterproofed olive drab canvas pouch has a broad snap flap, a rear belt loop and wire hanger, and both lift-the-dot fasteners present and functional. a well-marked, honestly worn gurley compass and its matching field pouch, together forming a solid representative example of the everyday navigation gear that guided american soldiers through the second world war."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"172","title":{"en":"wwii gurley lensatic marching compass & od pouch"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25750/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a WWII Gurley lensatic marching compass and its accompanying olive drab (OD) canvas pouch. The compass is made of metal, likely brass or steel, with a folding design and a reflective surface indicating its lensatic function. The pouch is a rectangular, OD canvas case with two metal snap closures, designed to protect and carry the compass, reflecting typical military gear of the period.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:27:45.120Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$70 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25750,"estimateMin":70},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25751/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25751/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25751/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25751/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii us corps of engineers lensatic compass & pouc. wwii u.s. army corps of engineers m-1938 lensatic compass by superior magneto corp., l.i. city, n.y., complete with its original m-1910 style od canvas belt pouch offered here is a well-preserved world war ii era m-1938 lensatic compass, the standard-issue navigational instrument carried by american soldiers, engineers, and officers throughout the war. the interior lid is clearly maker-marked \"corps of engineers, u.s. army\" and \"manufactured by superior magneto corp., l.i. city, n.y., u.s.a., \" firmly documenting its origin with one of the conflict's largest wartime producers of handheld and wrist compasses for the military. no individual soldier's name or unit marking is visible in the photographs, and no separate published history accompanies the piece - its story is that of a common, essential tool relied upon by countless gis rather than a single documented recipient. procured chiefly through the army corps of engineers, the m-1938 lensatic compass became one of the most ubiquitous pieces of individual equipment in the american arsenal, issued across every theater from north africa and europe to the pacific islands. its folding brass sighting wire, rotating bezel graduated in both degrees and mils, and magnifying lens allowed a rifleman or engineer to shoot an accurate azimuth in the field, while its luminous-painted dial made night navigation possible - a critical capability for engineer reconnaissance parties laying wire, breaching obstacles, or scouting river crossings under cover of darkness. compasses of this superior magneto corp. production run would have equipped soldiers landing at normandy, slogging through the huertgen forest, or cutting trail through the jungles of new guinea and the philippines, making this an emblematic artifact of the everyday soldier's kit. the compass presents in very good original condition: the aluminum case retains its black finish with light-to-moderate paint chipping and edge wear consistent with genuine field carry, and the maker and army markings remain crisp and fully legible on the lid interior. the glass crystal is intact and free of cracks, though it shows a hairline surface scratch and expected haze; the luminous dial markings, still reading clearly in white and orange against the black face, show only minor aging typical of the type. the brass sighting wire and folding lensatic peep-sight move and lock as designed, and the rear-mounted suspension ring remains present. accompanying the compass is its correct dual-snap od canvas carrying pouch, fitted with wire m-1910 style hooks used to attach it to an m-1936 pistol or cartridge belt; the pouch shows light overall toning, minor fraying along the webbing edges, and all lift-the-dot snap fasteners present and functioning. no additional accessories, paperwork, or insignia accompany this lot beyond the compass and pouch as pictured. condition throughout is honest and consistent with genuine wartime field issue and use, with no evidence of cracked crystal, replaced parts, or later refinishing. a solid, maker-marked example of the compass that guided america's soldiers and engineers across every theater of the second world war."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"173","title":{"en":"wwii us corps of engineers lensatic compass &"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25751/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot includes a WWII US Corps of Engineers lensatic compass and its canvas carrying pouch. The compass is metal, with visible text on its surface indicating \"U.S. ARMY\" and \"MANUFACTURED BY SUPERIOR MAGNETO CORP. L.I. CITY N.Y. U.S.A.\", confirming its military origin and maker. The light-colored canvas pouch is rectangular with two metal snap closures, typical of period military equipment designed for navigation.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:28:18.911Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$70 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25751,"estimateMin":70},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25752/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25752/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. airborne m1c/m2 paratrooper helmet leather chin cups - three new old stock (nos) examples offered here are three molded leather chin cups of the pattern fitted to the internal a-shaped suspension yoke of u.s. army m2 and m1c paratrooper helmet liners. these pieces represent a selection of original, unissued wartime inventory, retained as new old stock. while showing subtle variations in tone and finish characteristic of mid-20th-century production batches, all three exhibit the crisp tooling and pristine condition of genuine original manufacture, providing an exceptional reference group for the collector. the molded chin cup was a small but essential refinement of u.s. airborne helmet design. standard infantry chinstraps could not withstand the violent opening shock of a parachute deployment, which risked tearing the helmet free and sending it into the slipstream during a jump. the early m2 jump helmet, and its successor the m1c, addressed this by mounting a leather cup - chamois-backed for comfort - to the liner's internal yoke, cradling the point of the chin and distributing pressure across the jaw. fielded from 1943 onward by paratroopers of the 82nd and 101st airborne divisions, these components saw hard use across training and combat drops; finding original, unissued examples of this vintage remains a rare opportunity. the examples display a range of tan-to-rust toned leather shells consistent with original period material, featuring rounded, hand-finished edges, oxidized staining near adjustment eyelets, and original chamois linings. each is punched with five holes at either end for strap adjustment. the preservation of these pieces is remarkable, showcasing the original production quality of the wartime-era leatherwork. offering a unique opportunity to acquire three authentic, original-period components for restoration or display."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"174","title":{"en":"wwii airborne m1c/m2 leather chin cups, lot of 3"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25752/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot offers a trio of WWII Airborne M1C/M2 leather chin cups, designed for US military helmets. Each cup is an oval-shaped piece of molded leather, with perforated straps extending from the sides, featuring a series of small holes for attachment and adjustment. The colors vary, with one cup in a lighter tan shade and the other two in a darker, possibly grey-brown, hue. These are original or period-correct helmet components.","soldPrice":350,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:29:51.506Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$90 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25752,"estimateMin":90},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25753/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25753/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25753/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army signal corps bg-131 canvas carrying bag - field communications accessory case, circa 1941-1945 offered here is a u.s. army signal corps bg-131 canvas carrying bag, a standardized field case produced during the second world war to house and transport small accessories and components for signal equipment sets. no individual recipient, unit, or contract marking accompanies this piece; its identity rests entirely in the surviving black stencil and its place within the signal corps' numbered 'bg' nomenclature system. throughout the war the signal corps issued a large family of canvas bags and covers under this 'bg' designation to organize the spare parts, cords, and small tools required to keep field radio and signaling equipment functioning. the bg-131 pattern has been associated with accessories for sets such as the scr-288 radio and components of the se-11 signaling-lamp equipment, both fielded widely by infantry and signal units across the european, pacific, and other theaters, though these photographs alone cannot confirm which specific set this example accompanied. bags of this type traveled with radio and wire operators moving alongside forward elements, where a compact, snap-secured canvas case offering quick access to accessories was essential to keeping communications running under field conditions. unglamorous as it appears beside combat relics, such equipment was the quiet backbone of the signal networks tying together companies, battalions, and higher headquarters throughout the conflict. the bag is constructed of heavy olive-drab cotton duck canvas in an elongated, multi-flap configuration, with a main body pocket, an inner divided flap, and a smaller snap-secured accessory pocket layered atop it. the black stencil"},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"175","title":{"en":"wwii us signal corps bg-131 canvas carrying bag"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25753/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII US Signal Corps BG-131 canvas carrying bag, a piece of military utility equipment. Made from olive drab (OD) canvas, the bag has a long, rectangular shape with multiple compartments and flaps secured by metal snaps. \"BG-131\" is stenciled on the side, identifying its specific model. It includes a long canvas shoulder strap, consistent with period military carrying cases for communication equipment.","soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:31:25.339Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25753,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":60,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25754/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25754/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25754/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25754/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25754/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25754/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf an-r-2a life raft para pack w/ rare c-2 mast. wwii us army air forces an-r-2a one-man life raft carrying pack with its original telescoping aluminum c-2 mast, stenciled \"a.a.f.-pc-a-689 mast for type c-2 life raft / mfd. by film crafts engineering co. n.y.c., \" circa 1943-1945. this lot presents a stenciled an-r-2a one-man life raft carrying pack together with its scarce telescoping aluminum mast - a survival component almost universally lost when these packs were later opened and their contents stripped for surplus resale. no individual recipient or unit history accompanies the piece, and the photographs do not establish that a pneumatic raft or the contents named on the interior pouches are present; the significance here rests in the completeness and originality of the surviving pack-and-mast assembly itself. the an-r-2a raft and its associated c-2-type mast were standard-issue emergency equipment for army air forces aircrew flying over water in the pacific, atlantic, and mediterranean theaters, where a forced landing or bailout could leave an airman adrift far from land. strapped to the parachute harness, the pack placed the folded pneumatic raft within immediate reach upon water entry, while the collapsible aluminum mast allowed a downed flier to rig a signal sail or, more critically, support the wire aerial of a gibson girl (scr-578) emergency transmitter - the difference, in many documented air-sea rescue accounts, between eventual recovery and being lost at sea for days. the heavy olive-drab canvas pack is of stitched construction secured by a full complement of nickel-finish snap fasteners, with a rope grab-handle, lashing cord, and canvas carry strap. the front panel retains legible black stenciling reading \"life raft an-r-2a / rip open cover / pull out lock pin / turn valve to left, \" along with a depot inspection stamp, \"tested mo. a.s.c., \" and a hand-applied \"a10\" marking. internally, two snap-closed accessory pouches are stenciled \"sea marker\" and \"leak plugs and repair kit, \" both intact and correctly positioned, their stenciled legends identifying the compartments rather than confirming contents. the telescoping aluminum mast nests into a compact collapsed length with a circular base fitting, its shaft retaining clear factory-applied nomenclature and maker stenciling. condition is very good for a heavily used field-issue survival item: the canvas shows light surface soiling, scattered staining, and expected fading, with a small area of fraying at one corner but no significant tears; the snap fasteners show only minor surface oxidation; the pack stenciling, while lightly worn, remains fully legible. the mast shows light handling scuffs and scratches but no dents or corrosion affecting its telescoping action. a scarce and largely complete usaaf emergency survival ensemble, uniting a well-marked an-r-2a raft pack with its elusive original c-2 signaling mast - the very component most often lost to time."},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"176","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf an-r-2a life raft para pack w/ rare"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25754/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":60,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare WWII USAAF AN-R-2A life raft para pack, a piece of military aviation equipment. It is made from a light-colored canvas or similar fabric, reinforced with numerous metal rivets visible on its surface. The pack features stenciled black lettering, partially legible, indicating \"LIFE RAFT AN-R-2A\" and instructions like \"RIP OPEN COVER.\" A rope handle is attached to one side, and a khaki-colored strap runs along another edge, suggesting its parachute or deployment function.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:32:14.352Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $500","currency":"USD","id":25754,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25755/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25755/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army air forces type a-3a aircraft automatic pilot flight control units - directional gyro control and bank-and-climb/vertical gyro control, as found, unrestored offered here is a paired set of type a-3a aircraft automatic pilot control units from the second world war: the directional gyro control unit at left and the bank-and-climb, or vertical gyro, control unit at right, together forming the core control head of the sperry-designed a-3a gyropilot system. no individual serviceman, aircraft tail number, or unit provenance accompanies this lot, and no readable maker's data plate or serial number can be confirmed from the photographs; the story here rests in the documented wartime service of the a-3a system itself. the a-3a gyropilot was among the most widely fielded automatic pilot systems of the war, developed by the sperry gyroscope company and produced in volume both by sperry and, under license, by jack & heintz (jahco) to meet the demands of a rapidly expanding wartime air fleet. installed in multi-engine types including the b-24 liberator, b-25 mitchell, c-47 skytrain, c-46 commando, c-54 skymaster, and the night-fighting p-61 black widow, the a-3a allowed crews to hold heading, attitude, and altitude automatically across long transit legs, easing pilot fatigue on flights that could stretch many hours over open ocean or hostile territory, and providing the stable platform navigators and bombardiers depended on during final approach to target. the bank-and-climb unit carries its attached instructional data plate reading \"type a-3a / aircraft automatic pilot, \" citing technical order no. 05-45ba-1 and outlining pre- and post-takeoff caging procedure; behind its glass it retains an artificial horizon bar with red \"caged\" warning flag, an integrated suction gauge calibrated in inches of mercury, and control knobs marked \"ail\" (aileron, left/right) and \"ele\" (elevator, up/down), plus a lower sensitivity adjustment. the companion directional gyro unit displays a dual compass-card face marked in degrees with \"caged\" lettering visible at lower center, a knurled \"rud\" (rudder) adjustment knob at upper right, and a lower caging knob marked"},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"177","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf type a-3a gyropilot control pair"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25755/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a pair of WWII USAAF Type A-3A Gyropilot Control units, military aircraft instrumentation. These units consist of two interconnected black metal boxes with various dials, knobs, and indicators. The left unit displays a compass-like dial marked 0-360 degrees, while the right unit contains an attitude indicator, an altimeter-like gauge, and control knobs labeled 'AIL' and 'ELE'. White stenciled text on the right unit identifies it as 'TYPE A-3A AIRCRAFT AUTOMATIC PILOT' and lists operational instructions, with 'GYROPILOT' clearly visible. The overall appearance suggests robust, utilitarian design typical of wartime aviation technology.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:33:32.457Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$150 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25755,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25756/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25756/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. navy mark iv autopilot directional gyro control unit for the sbd dauntless, assembly no. 648046, manufactured by the electric auto-lite co., toledo, ohio, under sperry gyroscope co. license, circa 1941-1945 offered here is a directional gyro control unit from the sperry/navy mark iv pneumatic-hydraulic autopilot system, identified by cataloguer's notes as the pilot's directional gyro instrument fitted to the douglas sbd dauntless. the unit's data plate, visible beneath the main dial glass, carries the electric auto-lite company markings and assembly number 648046, confirming manufacture under wartime subcontract from sperry gyroscope company. no individual airframe, squadron, or combat history can be documented for this specific example; its story rests in its data plate markings, control-panel markings, and known type usage rather than in a traceable service record. as american aircraft production surged following pearl harbor, sperry gyroscope licensed its precision flight-instrument designs to major automotive and electrical firms, including electric auto-lite, to help meet the navy's demand for autopilot components. the mark iv system, functionally paralleling the army air forces' a-3 and a-4 autopilots, governed the rudder/yaw axis and was fitted into carrier- and land-based aircraft including the sbd dauntless, tbf avenger, pb4y privateer, and pbm mariner. mounted in the main instrument panel, the directional gyro allowed a selected heading to be locked in and automatically held, easing the workload on navy pilots during the long over-water search, transit, and strike legs typical of pacific operations aboard dive bombers like the dauntless. the instrument face retains its black crinkle-finish housing with a square mounting flange, the"},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"178","title":{"en":"wwii sbd dauntless mark iv autopilot gyro unit"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25756/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII SBD Dauntless Mark IV Autopilot Gyro Unit, an instrument from a military aircraft. The unit is housed in a square, black metal casing, showing signs of wear and a dusty patina. It features a central circular dial with numbers from 0 to 6 and a compass-like indicator, along with a top rotary switch marked 'L', '0', and 'R' for rudder control ('RUD'). A prominent knurled knob is located at the bottom of the dial, while other smaller knobs and screws are visible on the panel. This piece reflects the functional design of wartime aviation controls.","soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:34:12.792Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25756,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25757/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25757/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25757/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25757/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25757/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25757/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25757/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25757/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25757/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25757/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25757/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25757/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25757/013/013.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"imperial japanese navy type 4 flight navigation computer, sokkisha co., ltd., no. 404475 - named war-trophy bring-back hand-inscribed to usaaf lt. col. robert g. welman, 69th troop carrier squadron, 433rd troop carrier group offered here is a scarce, positively named example of the imperial japanese navy's standard kneeboard-mounted flight navigation computer (), manufactured by sokkisha co., ltd. of tokyo and stamped with serial number 404475 on its maker's data plate. the instrument's reverse aluminum base is hand-scratched twice with the name of its american owner - \"robert g. welman\" in cursive with a directional arrow, and \"robert g. welman\" again in block capitals near the hinge - identifying it as a personal bring-back tied to a documented usaaf officer. no separate published biography of welman has been located; his service and this souvenir's likely circumstances rest on his official military record and the physical evidence of the instrument itself. robert g. welman (1919-1974) was, per a contemporary arizona newspaper announcement of his 1942 marriage to mildred hanna, a civilian flight instructor at thunderbird field before entering the u.s. army air forces on 28 july 1943. his va headstone application records service with the 69th troop carrier squadron, 433rd troop carrier group - a c-47 unit of the fifth air force that hauled troops, supplies, and wounded through the new guinea campaign, supported the philippines liberation, and took part in the airlift buildup into occupied japan at war's end. it was likely in this final phase, amid the flood of surrendered japanese aviation equipment passing through american hands in 1945, that welman acquired this japanese naval flight computer and scratched his name into its base, as many returning airmen did with their war souvenirs. he was discharged 26 may 1946 as a lieutenant colonel and is buried, per his headstone application and grave marker, at east resthaven park cemetery, phoenix, arizona, alongside his wife. the instrument itself is the standard folding kneeboard pattern: a black-enameled aluminum lid opens to reveal a rotatable circular slide-rule with true airspeed, altitude, and temperature-correction scales printed in kanji; the lower base carries a rotating azimuth ring calibrated to compass points over a wind-drift and groundspeed plotting grid beneath an aged but legible celluloid window. the maker's data plate reads clearly with the type 4 designation, serial 404475, and the sokkisha company mark, though the showa-year field is only partially legible in photographs. the reverse retains its original folding leg-strap mounting hardware for cockpit use. condition is honest and combat-veteran throughout: the lid shows substantial scattered paint loss, scratching, and edge wear consistent with genuine field handling; the interior dials, plotting grid, hinge, adjustment knobs, and clasp remain intact and fully functional. photographs of welman's va headstone application, a wartime newspaper clipping of his marriage, and his grave marker accompany this listing as research documentation supporting the named attribution. a rare, positively named pacific theater bring-back that ties a serialized imperial japanese navy flight instrument directly to a documented usaaf troop-carrier officer of the new guinea, philippines, and japan-occupation campaigns."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"179","title":{"en":"named ijn type 4 nav computer - named bring-back"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25757/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a named WWII Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN) Type 4 Navigational Computer, identified as a 'bring-back' item. The device is a hinged, metallic calculating instrument that folds open to reveal two circular slide-rule-like components. Both components feature concentric rings of numbers and grid patterns, with Japanese script visible on the inner dials. The primary material appears to be brushed metal, possibly aluminum, with a clear plastic or glass cover over the lower calculator part. This intricate tool was designed for complex navigational calculations in a military context.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:34:43.190Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25757,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25758/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25758/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25758/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25758/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25758/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25758/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25758/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25758/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii-era stanley aircraft crew thermal jug by landers, frary & clark, new britain, connecticut - olive-drab bomber dispenser with base valve, cup and stopper, complete this lot offers an original world war ii-era stanley thermal jug of the type carried aboard american heavy bombers - the b-17 flying fortress, b-24 liberator, and b-29 superfortress among them - to keep hot coffee, soup, or water available to flight crews on long, frigid missions flown at high altitude. manufactured by landers, frary & clark of new britain, connecticut under the stanley patent and its well-known trademark motto \"it will not break, \" the jug retains its full complement of original functional components, a genuine rarity among surviving examples of this type. no aircraft, unit, or individual identification is visible on the piece, and attribution to a specific bomber or mission cannot be made from the jug alone; its story rests in what it represents rather than a documented provenance. unpressurized bomber cabins routinely plunged well below freezing at operating altitude, and long-range multi-engine crews flying multi-hour missions over europe and the pacific depended on ruggedized, insulated vessels like this one, rack-mounted within the flight deck, to supply hot beverages during the ordeal. the low-mounted, push-button base spigot was a deliberate departure from civilian stanley thermal jugs of the era, allowing a crewman in bulky flight gear to draw a drink one-handed without removing a top cap mid-flight - a design refinement built specifically for aircraft and shipboard service. the military's olive-drab paint scheme, seen here, likewise distinguished procured examples from the bright chrome finish of stanley's contemporary commercial line. the jug presents a ribbed, cylindrical all-metal body finished in worn olive-drab paint, fitted with a wire bail carrying handle and turned wood grip. it retains its threaded aluminum screw cap/cup, its separate inner insulated stopper with dark turned knob, and the projecting base valve assembly with its circular push-button spigot face - all present, a rarity for surviving examples of this type. the stamped base plate reads, in part,"},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"180","title":{"en":"wwii stanley bomber crew thermal jug, complete"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25758/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a complete WWII Stanley Bomber Crew Thermal Jug, a piece of military field equipment. The jug is cylindrical, made of olive drab metal, and features horizontal ribs around its body. It has a metallic, screw-on cap on top and a spigot near the base for dispensing liquids. A metal handle is visible attached near the top, indicating its portability. The jug's robust construction and insulated design were intended to keep beverages hot or cold for bomber crews during wartime operations.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:35:26.943Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$150 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25758,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25759/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25759/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25759/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army airborne 2nd pattern individual parachutist weapon cover (\"griswold bag\"), stenciled 8300-442650, od canvas paratrooper weapon case, circa 1944-1945 this lot offers a genuine world war ii griswold bag, the padded canvas weapon case developed for american paratroopers to protect and secure their primary arm - typically a field-stripped m1 garand or m1/m1928a1 thompson submachine gun - during a combat jump. stenciled vertically on the reverse with the drawing number 8300-442650, the piece is consistent with wartime quartermaster corps production and represents the widely used 2nd pattern configuration. no individual paratrooper association or unit provenance has been identified with this example, and its story rests on the object's documented pattern and known service record rather than a named recipient. the griswold bag traces its origin to 1941, when lieutenant jesse griswold of the 501st parachute infantry battalion devised a padded, zippered sleeve that could be clipped to the front chest ring of a paratrooper's harness, allowing the weapon to ride beneath the jumper during descent and be freed quickly upon landing. the 2nd pattern, built in od shade 7 cotton duck with a full-length zipper and quilted internal padding, became standard issue by 1944 and accompanied airborne troops through some of the war's largest airborne operations, including operation market garden in the netherlands, the winter fighting of the battle of the bulge, and the rhine crossing of operation varsity in march 1945 - the padded, zippered bundles a familiar sight beneath paratroopers as they exited aircraft doors. the case is constructed of heavy padded od canvas, its exterior and interior both quilted in a grid pattern to cushion and immobilize the weapon along its length. a full-length brass talon zipper runs the body of the bag beneath a fabric weather flap secured near the top by a small snap-tab closure, both zipper and snap appearing intact and functional though untested. the reverse bears the stenciled drawing number 8300-442650, positioned beneath the white-stitched webbing attachment strap that would originally have anchored the bag to the harness snap hook. the lot consists of the single weapon cover only, with no additional insignia, tags, or paperwork accompanying the piece. condition is fair to good for a combat-issue textile of this age: the original metal snap hook has been torn or cut away from the white-stitched webbing anchor at the rear, leaving a frayed remnant, and the canvas shows general soiling, fading, and light wear consistent with hard field use, though the body panels and stitching remain sound throughout. an honestly represented example of the iconic airborne griswold weapon case, its stenciled number and telltale severed anchor strap speaking plainly to both its intended battlefield purpose and its long survival."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"181","title":{"en":"wwii 2nd pattern griswold paratrooper weapon bag"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25759/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII 2nd pattern Griswold paratrooper weapon bag, a piece of military field gear. It is a rectangular, padded bag made of olive drab canvas or similar heavy fabric, featuring a distinctive quilted or stitched pattern. A white fabric loop or strap is attached to one side near the top, and a stenciled number 'B300-44 2650' is visible towards the bottom. The bag's design suggests it was used for protecting and carrying a weapon, likely by airborne forces during World War II.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:36:26.521Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25759,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25760/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25760/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25760/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25760/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25760/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25760/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army corps of engineers wrist compass by superior magneto corp., l.i. city, n.y., dated 9-44, complete with original olive-drab web wrist strap this lot offers an original world war ii u.s. army corps of engineers wrist compass, manufactured under government contract by the superior magneto corporation of long island city, new york, and dated september 1944 on the case edge. no individual name or unit marking appears on the piece, and as is typical of issue equipment of this kind, no separate biography or provenance trail accompanies it; the compass stands as a well-marked, dated example of a specific wartime contract pattern rather than an attributed named grouping. liquid-damped wrist compasses of this pattern were procured by the corps of engineers under contracts running from 1943 into 1945 and issued widely through the final years of the war. they became closely associated with airborne troops and pathfinders, who wore them on the wrist, over a jacket sleeve, or lashed to a jump boot for instant, hands-free reference in the field, though the type was equally at home with forward infantry and other troops moving across unfamiliar ground. this example left the superior magneto factory floor in september 1944, the same month allied airborne forces dropped into holland during operation market garden, and while the compass carries no documentation tying it to that operation specifically, its date places it squarely within the window of the airborne campaigns fought across northwest europe that autumn. for a pathfinder, engineer, or rifleman navigating broken or unfamiliar terrain, an instrument that could be read at a glance without fumbling for a pocket compass was a genuine tactical asset. the compass is housed in a molded olive-drab thermoplastic case with a fully rotating, knurled bezel carrying crisp white degree graduations from 0 to 360 and cardinal points; a blued and luminous-tipped magnetic needle is visible beneath the crystal. the reverse is die-stamped in four lines,"},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"182","title":{"en":"wwii us airborne wrist compass, 9-44"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25760/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII US Airborne Wrist Compass, dated September 1944. The compass features a round, olive drab metal casing with a clear face displaying a compass rose marked 0-360 degrees and cardinal directions N, E, S, W. A small needle points to the direction. It is attached to a wide, olive drab fabric strap with a metal buckle, designed to be worn on the wrist. This compact and robust navigational tool was essential for airborne troops during the war.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:36:54.087Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$90 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25760,"estimateMin":90},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25761/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25761/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25761/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25761/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"world war ii u.s. army air forces elgin national watch co. 8-day aircraft cockpit clock, a-11/an5743-type, with center-sweep seconds, radium dial, and rear \"adj\" regulator port offered here is a world war ii-era american aircraft instrument-panel clock manufactured by the elgin national watch company of elgin, illinois. its square, lugged case, knurled winding/setting crown at the 7 o'clock position, and rear regulator access marked \"adj\" are all consistent with the army-navy an5743/a-11 family of cockpit clock specifications that governed timekeeping instruments across u.s. combat aircraft; no separate manufacturer's data plate or contract number is visible in the photographs, so the exact model designation cannot be confirmed beyond this general type. eight-day cockpit clocks such as this one were essential wartime equipment, relied upon by navigators for dead-reckoning calculations over featureless ocean and terrain, and by pilots and bombardiers for the precise timing that coordinated formation flying and tactical bombing runs. elgin was one of only a handful of american firms - alongside waltham and hamilton - contracted to build these rugged, manually-wound, eight-day movements to strict military tolerances, housed in shock-resistant cases with radium-luminous dials so crews could read the time in blacked-out cockpits during night operations over both the european and pacific theaters. no individual aircraft, squadron, or crew association survives with this example; its story rests entirely in its military-pattern construction and inspection markings rather than any documented service history. the dial is signed \"elgin\" beneath the 12 and \"8 days\" above the 6, with bold arabic numerals at 12, 3, 6, and 9, luminous minute markers, and a subsidiary running-seconds hand at the center. the broad hour and minute hands retain their original luminous fill, now heavily oxidized and darkened with age, consistent with period radium compound and to be handled with the usual caution appropriate to vintage radium-dial instruments. the knurled crown remains intact and appears functional. the reverse housing bears the engraved \"adj\" regulator port with beat and rate adjustment screws, and the side of the case carries a circular pink ink inspection stamp, faintly legible as a partial number, characteristic of wartime military acceptance marking. the case shows an old field or depot repainting in light drab over an earlier black finish, with extensive chipping and edge wear to the bezel, crown surround, and mounting flange consistent with genuine service handling over decades. the dial shows expected toning, surface dust beneath the crystal, and fading to the printed legends. the movement's running condition and timekeeping accuracy are unverified, and the clock is offered strictly as an unserviced instrument likely to require professional cleaning before any attempt at winding. a solid, honestly-worn example of the eight-day cockpit clocks that kept american aircrews on schedule through the skies of europe and the pacific."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"183","title":{"en":"wwii elgin a-11 8-day aircraft cockpit clock"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25761/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a WWII Elgin A-11 8-day aircraft cockpit clock, an instrumental component from military aviation. The clock has a square metal casing, showing significant wear and paint chipping, indicative of its age and use. It features a cream-colored dial with large, clear numbers (12, 3, 6, 9) and smaller minute markers, along with three hands. The word 'ELGIN' is visible on the dial, and '8 DAYS' is printed below the central spindle. A large knurled knob for setting and winding is located on the lower left side.","soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:37:23.343Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$90 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25761,"estimateMin":90},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25762/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25762/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25762/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25762/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"british wwii easco \"life jacket\" emergency light, patent no. 540862, manufactured under sole licence by valbania ltd., hartington road, london s.w.8 this lot presents an original second world war-period easco life-jacket emergency light, personal sea-survival equipment issued across the royal air force, royal navy, and merchant navy. no named recipient or unit provenance accompanies this example, and no separate published biography or service history can be attached to it; the story here rests entirely in the object itself - a compact, self-contained beacon designed to keep a man alive in the dark. developed for wear on the raf's inflatable 'mae west' life vest or a sailor's standard-issue life jacket, the easco light answered one of the war's quieter but most desperate problems: locating a single man adrift in black water after dark. clipped directly to the jacket webbing, its small red-domed lamp threw a signal above the waterline, visible to air-sea rescue (asr) launches and searching aircraft combing the channel, north sea, and atlantic approaches for survivors of downed bombers, torpedoed merchantmen, and ditched fighters. for the men who wore them, these unassuming little lights often marked the difference between rescue and a long, cold, invisible drift, a detail echoed in wartime asr accounts describing a solitary red light as the first sign of a survivor's position. the unit comprises a cylindrical, green-painted metal battery canister joined by an insulated wire harness to a compact black lamp housing fitted with a translucent red plastic dome lens and a sprung steel clamp for direct attachment to the life-jacket webbing. the canister base is crisply die-stamped 'easco / pat. no. 540862 / life jacket light, ' and the original paper instruction label, printed in orange on cream stock, reads 'easco \"life jacket\" light, patent no. 540862, manuftrd. under sole licence by valbania ltd., hartington road, s.w.8' above a printed instructions panel beginning 'don't use me unless you must.' the canister retains much of its original green paint with scattered chips and edge wear consistent with service handling, and the paper label survives largely intact and legible with mild toning, soiling, and light edge abrasion. the lamp housing, spring clamp, and red lens are all present and sound, with light surface oxidation visible on the retaining nut and bracket hardware. the assembly is complete and untested electrically. a well-marked, complete survivor of britain's wartime air-sea rescue equipment, this modest device answered life-or-death stakes for downed aircrew and shipwrecked sailors alike, its small red glow standing between a man in dark water and a searching rescue launch."},"estimateMax":80,"lotNumber":"184","title":{"en":"wwii british easco life jacket emergency light"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25762/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII British Easco life jacket emergency light, a piece of naval or aviation safety equipment. It consists of a green cylindrical battery housing with a faded paper label displaying 'EASCO LIFE JACKET LIGHT' and 'INSTRUCTIONS'. Connected to the housing by a wire is a small light unit with a red bulb and a metal clip for attachment. The device is designed to be compact and easily attachable, providing an emergency light source in maritime or airborne survival situations.","soldPrice":40,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:38:00.691Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $80","currency":"USD","id":25762,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25763/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25763/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25763/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25763/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25763/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii us army air forces type a-1 aerial delivery container identification lamps, a pair with amber and blue lenses, standard aircraft products, inc., dayton, ohio, spec. no. 94-32355, mfrs. assy. part no. a-300, order numbers (535) 43-11061 af and w535ac27747 (7976) offered here is a matched pair of type a-1 lamp assemblies for aerial delivery containers, one fitted with amber domes and the other with blue, each still carrying its original printed manufacturer's label affixed to the black molded body. no separate published biography attaches to these production items; their story is told through the specification and contract order numbers stamped on the surviving labels, which securely place them within the wartime supply chain of standard aircraft products of dayton, ohio, under contract to the u.s. army air forces. developed for usaaf and airborne troop-carrier operations, the type a-1 was a dual-ended, color-coded identification lamp designed to be affixed to a-4 and a-5 aerial delivery containers dropped by parachute to forward units. rigged with an automatic pull-switch lanyard tied to the cargo chute's static line, the lamp illuminated the instant the canopy deployed, so that by the time the container reached the drop zone in darkness it was already glowing - amber, blue, red, green, or clear according to the nature of its contents - allowing paratroopers and glider infantry to sort ammunition from medical supplies from rations without striking a light or breaking blackout discipline. small and unglamorous as they are, lamps of this type were a working part of the aerial resupply chain that fed allied airborne forces across the eto and pto and the jungle drop zones of the cbi theater, a detail confirmed in period supply and airborne equipment records though not tied here to any specific documented drop. each lamp presents a black molded composite body of tubular section, structurally sound and free of cracks, fitted with a ribbed transparent dome lens at either end - one lamp amber, the other blue - each showing only light surface clouding and minor handling scuffs with no major chips. the original printed identification label remains affixed to each body, legible despite toning, edge wear, and traces of adhesive residue, reading"},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"185","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf type a-1 airborne drop container lamps"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25763/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a pair of WWII USAAF Type A-1 airborne drop container identification lamps. Each lamp is cylindrical with black bodies and features a distinct colored lens at each end \u2013 one lamp has amber lenses, and the other has blue lenses. White labels adhered to the bodies provide details such as 'LAMP ASSEMBLY IDENTIFICATION AERIAL DELIVERY CONTAINER TYPE A-1' and 'PROPERTY: AIR FORCE, U.S. ARMY'. These robust lamps were designed to be attached to airborne drop containers for identification during aerial delivery operations.","soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:38:55.474Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$170 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25763,"estimateMin":170},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25764/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25764/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii/korean war-era medical aid station marker flag, approximately 36 x 21 inches, appliqued red greek cross on white cotton field with grommeted hoist offered here is a vintage medical marker flag of the type flown or displayed to identify aid stations, field hospitals, casualty collection points, and medical transport during the world war ii and korean war era. measuring roughly 36 by 21 inches, the flag is constructed of white cotton or canvas with a large red greek cross appliqued to the center field. no maker's mark or contract stamp is visible on the header in the photographs, consistent with unmarked wartime commercial or military production of the period. no separate published history attaches to this individual example, and its significance rests in its type and construction rather than in any documented unit or recipient provenance. under the protective provisions of the geneva convention, the red cross on a white ground was the internationally recognized emblem denoting medical personnel, installations, and transport exempt from attack. during the second world war, the u.s. army medical department and the american red cross relied on flags of this size and configuration to mark aid stations, hospital tents, and casualty evacuation points both at the front and in rear-area medical facilities, a practice that carried forward into the korean war and paralleled civil defense use on the home front. such flags were functional, workaday items, run up over tents and vehicles where fast visual identification of a protected medical site was essential, and comparatively few survive today still bearing honest service wear. the flag is of white cotton or canvas construction with a red cross appliqued and machine-stitched to the field, the outline of the applique and its stitching visible from the reverse. a reinforced, doubled header runs the length of the hoist edge, fitted with a brass grommet at each end. no maker's label, size stamp, or printed marking is apparent on the header or field in the supplied photographs. the flag is the sole item in the lot. condition is consistent with genuine age and use: numerous fold creases run throughout the fabric from long-term folded storage, the white field shows scattered light staining, age toning, and general surface soiling, and the stitching securing the cross applique shows minor fraying and loose threads along its raw edges. both brass grommets remain intact and sound, showing light patina consistent with age. a solid, honestly worn example of the protective emblem that marked america's medical units through two mid-century wars - more workhorse relic than parade piece, but scarce and evocative all the same."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"186","title":{"en":"wwii-era red cross medical marker flag, 36x21"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25764/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII-era Red Cross medical marker flag. It is a rectangular fabric flag, primarily white, featuring a prominent red cross at its center. The flag measures 36x21 inches and includes grommets on the left edge for display or attachment. This piece represents a historical artifact from the Second World War, used for medical identification.","soldPrice":70,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:39:26.951Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$70 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25764,"estimateMin":70},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25765/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25765/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"three empty type k ration outer cardboard cartons forming a breakfast / dinner / supper set. breakfast (brown print, doughboy mills, inc., new richmond, wis.); dinner (blue camouflage-wave print, patten food products, chattanooga, tenn.); supper (olive geometric/star print). each carries the printed security note about the inner bag. age toning, edge wear, and light scuffing; cartons appear empty/structurally complete as photographed. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"187","title":{"en":"reproduction wwii meal boxes - display use"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25765/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of reproduction WWII-era meal boxes, specifically 'Ration Type K' for display use. The set includes boxes labeled 'Supper,' 'Breakfast,' and 'Dinner,' each featuring period-appropriate graphic designs with stars and descriptive text. These cardboard boxes replicate the packaging for military rations from World War II, intended as props or for historical exhibits.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.110Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$70 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25765,"estimateMin":70},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25766/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25766/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25766/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25766/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25766/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25766/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25766/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25766/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25766/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii wehrmacht combat engineer shovel with full end cap. long-handled field spade with dark steel blade (rounded edge, flat shoulders) and split-socket collar riveted to a straight wooden shaft ending in a flared knob. age patina on metal and weathered wood; structurally intact. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":100,"lotNumber":"188","title":{"en":"wwii wehrmacht combat engineer shovel with full"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25766/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII Wehrmacht combat engineer shovel. It features a sturdy wooden handle and a metal shovel blade with a slightly rounded, D-shaped head. The shovel's construction appears robust and utilitarian, consistent with military equipment from the Second World War. Its design indicates its use as an entrenching or utility tool for combat engineers.","soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:40:27.844Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $100","currency":"USD","id":25766,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25767/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25767/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25767/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25767/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25767/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25767/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii named group - timothy j. hurley (colorado 1907), wallet & children's letters. this personal-effects group is named to timothy john hurley (also \"hurley, t.j.\" / \"t.j. hurley\"), with an address scrap reading \"timothy john hurley, 732 bellaire\" and denver, co postal material. included are: soldier's individual pay record (w.d., a.g.o. form no. 28, may 5, 1944) with his name at top; \"a pocket guide to new guinea\" booklet also named to him; dark brown bifold wallet holding a portrait of a woman and young boy; two letters signed \"tim\" (one dated february 10, 1945); fort dix postcard \"ready to go on a jaunt\"; artillery field postcard; and small id scraps. heavy carry wear to the pay record and new guinea guide. indicates pacific service context via the new guinea pocket guide."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"189","title":{"en":"wwii named group - timothy j. hurley (colorado"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25767/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII-era named group of personal effects belonging to Timothy J. Hurley from Colorado. The collection includes various paper documents such as letters, a Soldier's Individual Pay Record, and a small booklet titled 'A Pocket Guide to New Guinea.' Also present are photographic prints, a small picture of a woman and child, and postcards depicting military scenes. This group offers a personal insight into a soldier's experience during World War II.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.113Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$90 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25767,"estimateMin":90},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25768/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25768/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25768/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25768/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25768/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"philips type 7424-03 'knijpkat' hand-squeeze dynamo flashlight, made in holland, occupied-era production, olive-painted steel body with working generator offered here is a philips type 7424-03 dynamo torch, the celebrated 'knijpkat' or 'squeezing cat' flashlight produced by n.v. philips' gloeilampenfabrieken of eindhoven during the second world war. the casing is stamped made in holland / type 7424-03 / importe de hollande / 2.6 volt - 0.1 a alongside the philips shield trademark, confirming both model and wartime manufacture. no separate published biography attaches to this individual example, and its story rests in the markings and construction typical of the type. the knijpkat earned its affectionate dutch nickname from the distinctive purring, whining hum produced by its internal flywheel and gear train as the operator repeatedly squeezed the spring-loaded lever to spin the small dynamo and generate current - no batteries required. introduced in the early 1940s, these compact, battery-less torches became indispensable across occupied europe under strict wartime blackout regulations, when conventional cells were scarce or rationed and any open light risked drawing the attention of air raid wardens or enemy aircraft. civilians relied on them for controllable illumination in homes and shelters, while military personnel found them equally useful in the field. production of the type continued under german oversight during the occupation, with output associated in historical accounts with workshops including those at kamp vught (herzogenbusch concentration camp); the rarest surviving examples carry an additional 'wehrmachtseigentum' property stamp denoting direct military issue, though the markings visible on this example are of the standard civilian/export pattern and do not establish such ownership. the torch is constructed of pressed sheet steel finished in an olive-green to feldgrau paint, tapering to a rounded nose that houses the original conical glass lens, clear and intact. the top surface carries the long ribbed squeeze-lever and a smaller hinged locking latch that secures the mechanism when not in use; both move freely, and the internal generator remains functional, with the torch photographed illuminating under hand pumping. the underside bears the impressed philips shield logo along with the legible model, origin, and voltage markings noted above. no case, box, or accompanying paperwork is present; the torch is offered as the standalone flashlight shown in the photographs. overall the piece shows honest, consistent age and field wear: moderate edge and high-point paint loss revealing the underlying steel, scattered surface oxidation and patina spots, and light abrasions across the body consistent with genuine period handling rather than reproduction or refinishing. a compact, mechanically sound relic of wartime ingenuity - a battery-less blackout light that once hummed its quiet, feline note in the darkened streets and shelters of occupied holland."},"estimateMax":80,"lotNumber":"190","title":{"en":"wwii dutch philips 7424-03 knijpkat dynamo torch"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25768/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII Dutch Philips 7424-03 'Knijpkat' dynamo torch. The torch is encased in an olive-green, possibly metal or plastic, body with a hand-cranked dynamo mechanism. It features a clear plastic lens at the front for illumination and a textured, ribbed clear lens section on the top. This type of self-powered flashlight was a common utility item during World War II.","soldPrice":40,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:41:44.318Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $80","currency":"USD","id":25768,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25769/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25769/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25769/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1957 meal survival kits 1 of 2 & 2 of 2 - opened, contents present. complete two-part gold-lacquered metal set marked \"ration, survival, individual, \" parts 1 and 2 of 2, dated dec. 1957. part 1 rectangular tin partially opened with key strip rolled; contents wrapping visible at the seam. part 2 flask-shaped tin sealed but with horizontal adhesive-tape residue across the face. surface scuffs. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":70,"lotNumber":"191","title":{"en":"1957 meal survival kits 1 of 2 & 2 of 2 - opened"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25769/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features two opened individual survival meal kits from December 1957. The items are metal cans, labeled 'RATION, SURVIVAL, INDIVIDUAL' with 'PART 1 OF 2 PARTS' and 'PART 2 OF 2 PARTS' respectively. The cans are gold in color with black printed text. These kits represent post-WWII military or civil defense survival rations.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.116Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $70","currency":"USD","id":25769,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25770/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25770/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25770/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25770/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25770/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25770/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usmc corpsman bolo, village blacksmith & boyt. world war ii u.s. marine corps hospital corpsman bolo knife by the village blacksmith folk company, blade stamped \"u.s.m.c. / village blacksmith, \" with its original early-pattern boyt harness co. leather scabbard marked \"u.s. / boyt / 42.\" offered here is a well-marked example of the wwii navy hospital corpsman bolo knife, retaining its correctly dated 1942 boyt scabbard - a matched blade-and-sheath configuration prized by collectors of u.s. edged weapons and pacific theater medical equipment. no individual recipient, unit, or campaign can be attributed from the markings present; the piece's story rests entirely in its maker's stamps, its pattern of issue, and the honest field wear it carries. this heavy bolo pattern traces its lineage to a 1915 navy adoption and saw its widest wartime distribution in the opening years of world war ii, when it was issued to navy hospital corpsmen serving embedded with marine infantry units throughout the pacific. more field tool than fighting knife, its broad, spatulate-tipped blade was suited to hacking through jungle brush, cutting bamboo and timber for improvised stretchers and splints, and handling the endless camp labor that fell to corpsmen operating alongside frontline marines on islands such as guadalcanal and bougainville. contracts for this pattern were curtailed by late 1942 as the corps standardized on the 18-inch m-1942 machete, and boyt's early"},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"192","title":{"en":"wwii usmc corpsman bolo, village blacksmith &"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25770/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII USMC (United States Marine Corps) corpsman bolo, manufactured by Village Blacksmith. The bolo features a distinctive heavy, broad, single-edged blade with a slight curve, designed for utility and combat. It has a light-colored wooden handle and comes with a brown leather sheath that is stitch-edged. This tool was a standard issue for corpsmen during World War II.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:42:21.942Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$90 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25770,"estimateMin":90},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25771/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25771/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25771/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25771/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii british/commonwealth airspeed horsa glider pilot's quick-release lap seat belt by switlik canadian parachute ltd., montreal, dated 1943 offered here is an original world war ii cockpit lap seat belt of the type fitted to the airspeed as.51 horsa assault glider, flown by pilots of the british army's glider pilot regiment and supporting raf crews. manufactured by switlik canadian parachute ltd. of montreal and clearly dated 1943, the belt retains crisp ink stamps and inspection marks confirming its wartime canadian production for commonwealth airborne forces. no individual pilot or aircraft association has been identified; the belt is offered as a well-documented equipment type from the horsa program, its story resting in the manufacturing and issue record rather than a personal biography. the horsa glider was the workhorse of british and commonwealth airborne assault, carrying troops, jeeps, and light artillery into some of the war's most pivotal operations - the coup de main landings at pegasus and horsa bridges during operation tonga on the night of 5-6 june 1944, the costly but daring drops of operation market garden at arnhem in september 1944, and the massed daylight assault of operation varsity across the rhine in march 1945. horsa cockpits were spartan and built for a single hard landing; pilots relied on heavy webbing restraints such as this to hold them secure through violent, often uncontrolled touchdowns in enemy-held fields and forests. the pull-loop quick-release was a critical safety feature, letting a pilot free himself in seconds to fight, assist casualties, or escape a damaged airframe. wartime demand for such specialized safety equipment outstripped british manufacturing capacity, and canadian firms like switlik were contracted to produce parachute harnesses and glider restraints to air ministry pattern for shipment overseas. the belt is constructed of wide, heavy-duty cotton webbing in its original light-tan color, fitted with a substantial nickel-plated sliding quick-release buckle, a webbing pull-loop and d-ring release assembly, and stitched adjustment straps, terminating at each end in reinforced brass grommets for anchoring to the cockpit frame. the reverse bears the repeated ink stamp"},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"193","title":{"en":"horsa glider pilot lap belt, switlik 1943"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25771/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a Horsa glider pilot lap belt, manufactured by Switlik in 1943. The belt is made of a sturdy canvas-like material in a light tan or khaki color, featuring metal buckles and adjustment hardware. It is designed as a safety restraint for pilots of the Horsa glider during World War II. The belt shows signs of age and use, consistent with its wartime origins.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.118Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$150 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25771,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25772/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25772/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25772/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"unissued wwii us ordnance arming wire c4, sealed in original kraft envelope for aimable clusters m19, e47, e48, e61, and e67. offered here is an unopened wartime supply packet containing a single arming wire c4 assembly, the fuze-arming linkage used aboard us bombers to activate aerial cluster bomb units. no named recipient, unit, or combat provenance accompanies the piece; its identity rests entirely on the printed markings of the envelope itself, which mark it as standard government ordnance stores rather than a personal or covert-issue item. arming wires of this type were a small but essential link in the chain of aerial ordnance delivery during the second world war. fitted between the aircraft's bomb rack and the fuze or arming-vane mechanism of an aimable cluster munition, the wire remained attached to the aircraft as the cluster fell away, physically withdrawing from the fuze pocket to arm the weapon only after safe release from the aircraft. the cluster types printed on this envelope - m19, e47, e48, e61, and e67 - were incendiary and chemical submunition clusters developed and fielded by the us army air forces and chemical warfare service for area-bombing operations against industrial and urban targets in both the european and pacific theaters. wires of this pattern were produced under wartime contract by firms such as chrysler corporation's evansville ordnance plant in indiana; a comparison example on its original printed card, bearing the chrysler evansville markings, is illustrated for reference only and should not be taken as proof of the maker's mark on the sealed wire offered here, which remains unopened and unexamined. the lot comprises a single rectangular brown kraft paper envelope, its top flap folded down and closed by the original metal staples, still intact and undisturbed. black stamped text across the face reads \"contains one arming wire c4 for aimable clusters m19, e47, e48, e61, e67,\" in bold sans-serif capitals, fully legible. the reverse is unmarked. given the sealed staple closure, the wire and its safety clip are not visible for direct inspection but are presumed present within the factory-sealed packet. no additional wires, tags, or documentation accompany this lot beyond the single sealed envelope. condition is sound for its age, with light overall toning, minor creasing along the fold lines, and faint handling marks consistent with decades of storage; the printed text remains crisp and fully readable, and the staple closure appears original and undisturbed. a scarce, honestly catalogued example of unissued wwii aerial ordnance packaging preserved sealed since its original wartime manufacture."},"estimateMax":70,"lotNumber":"194","title":{"en":"wwii oss/soe sealed arming wire c4"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25772/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a sealed WWII OSS/SOE arming wire package for C4 explosives. The package is a plain brown paper envelope, with black printed text stating \"CONTAINS ONE ARMING WIRE C4 FOR AIMABLE CLUSTERS M19, E47, E48, E61, E67.\" This represents an intact piece of specialized ordnance or demolition equipment from the Office of Strategic Services or Special Operations Executive during World War II.","soldPrice":35,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:43:24.427Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $70","currency":"USD","id":25772,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25773/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25773/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25773/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25773/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"cover, for fuze setter, m13 - pair of u.s. ordnance canvas protective covers, one opened nos example and one factory-sealed example with original october 1955 depot stock tag (fsn 1290-654-4118 / f211-6544118) offered here is a two-piece lot of u.s. army m13 fuze setter canvas protective covers, a small but well-preserved piece of cold war ordnance equipage. the first cover has been opened for inspection and display, retaining crisp black stenciling reading \"cover, for fuze setter, m13\" alongside a separate \"mrt\" mildew-resistant treatment marking. the second remains undisturbed in its original heavy brown treated packing paper, tied with its issue cord, and still bearing a complete, legible typed depot tag identifying the contents as \"cover setter fuze m13,\" 1 ea, code 1, dated 10/55, mis/te. no named recipient or unit history attaches to this lot; its story is told through the federal stock number, the depot markings, and the surviving inspection tag rather than through published biography. the m13, and its later refinement the m13a1, were mechanical fuze-setting devices issued to u.s. army field and anti-aircraft artillery batteries to rapidly index mechanical time fuzes on projectiles immediately before loading - a critical step in achieving accurate airburst timing against ground troops or aircraft. because the setter's internal gearing demanded protection from rain, mud, and abrasion in the field, the ordnance department specified a fitted canvas cover for transit and storage. the \"mrt\" stencil denotes mildew resistant treatment, a chemical impregnation process applied extensively to u.s. military canvas and web equipment from the late 1940s through the 1950s to combat fungal deterioration in humid and tropical theaters during the early cold war buildup. the october 1955 depot tag places at least this example squarely within the post-korean war rearmament period, when large quantities of ordnance accessory equipment were manufactured, inspected, and warehoused against future contingency; the tag date should be read as applying to the wrapped item rather than assumed for both covers. the unwrapped cover is constructed of heavy olive-drab cotton duck with shaped panels, reinforced double-stitched seams, an adjustable web closure strap with metal friction buckle, and the stenciled nomenclature and mrt marking still sharp and fully legible, with only light storage soiling and minor handling marks. the second cover remains fully sealed within its original factory wrapping paper and cord, its typed stock tag intact and readable, offering the collector the choice of preserving it as a time-capsule package or opening it to reveal what should be a complete, unissued cover beneath. a tidy, honestly complete lot of cold war fire-control canvas, pairing a display-ready opened cover with a still-sealed 1955-dated companion for the specialist collector of u.s. artillery accessory equipment."},"estimateMax":90,"lotNumber":"195","title":{"en":"nos 1955 m13 fuze setter canvas covers, mrt"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25773/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot contains New Old Stock (NOS) 1955 M13 fuze setter canvas covers. One cover is unwrapped, showing a dark green canvas material with 'COVER FOR FUZE SETTER M13' stenciled in black, along with 'MRT'. The second cover is still wrapped in its original protective paper, tied with twine. These items are post-WWII military equipment designed to protect fuze setters.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.120Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $90","currency":"USD","id":25773,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25774/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25774/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"dewey davidson pencil-signed p-38 lightning print, copyright 1990, hand-signed and dated 1992 offered here is a finely detailed black-and-white pencil-style lithographic print of a lockheed p-38 lightning by american aviation artist dewey davidson, pencil-signed and dated '92 by the artist in the lower left margin of the mat. the printed title block at lower right reads \"p-38, dewey davidson, 1990(c), \" indicating the original artwork was completed in 1990 and this example hand-signed two years later. as is typical of such artist-signed studio prints, no separate published provenance exists for this individual sheet; its history rests in the signature, printed credit line, and the surviving framer's label on the reverse. davidson is known among aviation art collectors for his meticulously rendered pencil-and-ink studies of historic american military aircraft, works long associated with military museum gift shops - most notably the national museum of the united states air force in dayton, ohio - and with galleries catering to veterans and aviation enthusiasts. the subject, the lockheed p-38 lightning, was among the most distinctive allied fighters of the second world war, its twin-boom, twin-engine airframe valued for long-range escort and interdiction duty in both the european and pacific theaters. davidson's composition places the aircraft at rest on a tropical airfield, palm trees and low huts visible in the distance, evoking the island-hopping campaigns of the pacific war without depicting any specific documented mission or unit marking. the print is glazed and matted with a light gray mat and dark ruled inner border, presented in a simple black wooden or composite frame in wide landscape format. the artist's pencil signature and '92 date appear at lower left beneath the image; the printed attribution \"p-38, dewey davidson, 1990(c)\" occupies the lower right corner within the image. a well-preserved, artist-signed tribute to the iconic p-38 lightning - an affordable, display-ready piece of world war ii aviation art for the collector's wall."},"estimateMax":90,"lotNumber":"196","title":{"en":"signed dewey davidson p-38 lightning print '92"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25774/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a signed print by Dewey Davidson, dated 1992. The artwork depicts a P-38 Lightning aircraft, rendered in a monochrome style, likely pencil or charcoal. The plane is shown on the ground with a landscape featuring trees in the background. The print is framed in black with a grey mat, showcasing an iconic World War II fighter plane.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.122Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $90","currency":"USD","id":25774,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25775/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25775/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army air forces type o-1 .50 caliber aircraft machine-gun ammunition box for browning an/m2 bomber defensive gun positions offered here is an original world war ii u.s. army air forces type o-1 ammunition feed container, the compact metal box engineered to supply belted .50 caliber ammunition to the browning an/m2 aircraft machine gun. the type o-1 pattern is associated with the anm2/m3 feed-container family used aboard american heavy bombers of the war, and this example displays the general form, dimensions, and construction expected of that type. no legible maker's stamp, drawing number, or contractor code is visible in the accompanying photographs, and no separate published history attaches to this individual box - its story is told through its form and function rather than a documented provenance. boxes of this pattern were fitted into the tight gunnery stations of american bombers, including ring mounts, nose and cheek positions, and waist or hatch gun stations aboard aircraft such as the boeing b-17 flying fortress, consolidated b-24 liberator, and douglas a-20 havoc. holding a working belt of roughly 30 to 50 rounds, these compact containers were designed to sit close to the gun without crowding the gunner, allowing rapid changeover under fire during the high-altitude daylight raids over occupied europe and across the wide expanses of the pacific theater. every riveted seam and stamped inspection hole reflects the wartime demand for lightweight, durable ordnance-handling equipment able to withstand vibration, extreme cold, and combat stress while keeping a gunner's weapon fed. the box has a galvanized-metal finish over a riveted sheet-steel body, with a fitted top cover, integral tubular carry handle, and a central latching clip that remains functional, allowing the hinged lid to open and close. side brackets for mounting within a gun station are present along one face, and the opposite end panel shows the characteristic vertical row of stamped inspection/indicator holes associated with the type. reinforced riveted seams run the full height of the body. no additional accessories, inert ammunition belts, or paperwork accompany this lot; the box is offered as the sole item pictured. condition is fair to good for its age, with surface oxidation and light rust visible on the steel fasteners and latching clip, and general scuffing and patination across the galvanized panels consistent with long service and storage. the structural frame, top cover, mounting brackets, and handle remain intact and appear functional, though operation has not been tested. a sturdy, display-ready survivor of the humble but essential hardware that kept american bomber gunners firing through the skies of the second world war."},"estimateMax":250,"lotNumber":"197","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf type o-1 .50 cal bomber ammo can"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25775/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII-era USAAF (United States Army Air Forces) Type O-1 .50 caliber bomber ammunition can. Made of metal, it features a utilitarian design with a top handle and securing latches. The can exhibits a worn, greyish finish, consistent with its historical use in military contexts. It is an authentic piece of World War II military hardware, specifically for aircraft armament.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:44:19.070Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$130 - $250","currency":"USD","id":25775,"estimateMin":130},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25776/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25776/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25776/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25776/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25776/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25776/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25776/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"large bunched white lightweight canopy (silk or nylon) with white shroud lines and small metal attachment clips/hooks. faint blue ink stamps on reinforced webbing (not fully legible). lines tangled; fabric appears largely intact without obvious large tears in the view shown. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"198","title":{"en":"wwii army-navy silk parachute"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25776/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII-era Army-Navy silk parachute. It appears bundled or packed, showcasing the material and rigging cords. The parachute is off-white or cream-colored, with numerous interwoven suspension lines visible. This piece represents a significant historical artifact from World War II military aviation and airborne operations.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:45:08.576Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$90 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25776,"estimateMin":90},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25777/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25777/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii 7th war loan poster - iwo jima \"now all together\" (251/2\" x 181/2\"). official u.s. treasury poster wfd 11-a promoting the 7th war loan: painted iwo jima flag-raising scene after the associated press photograph, credited \"u.s. marines at iwo jima, painted by c. c. beall from associated press photo, \" with bottom text \"7th war loan / now -- all together.\" horizontal/vertical fold lines, small edge tear at fold, foxing spots, and edge nicks. vintage paper original as photographed. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"199","title":{"en":"wwii 7th war loan poster - iwo jima"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25777/view","tags":["uscollectibles_promotional","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII 7th War Loan poster featuring the iconic Iwo Jima flag-raising image. The poster uses a dramatic color palette, with a blue sky transitioning to a yellow horizon. The central image depicts six soldiers raising the American flag, with text below reading \"7th WAR LOAN NOW..ALL TOGETHER\". This is a significant piece of American World War II propaganda, designed to encourage investment in the war effort.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:45:41.567Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25777,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25778/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25778/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"1943 wwii poster \"victory - now you can invest in it!\" by dean cornwell. official u.s. government printing office poster (1945 - o - 656113) for the victory loan: bald eagle over documents/bonds with american flag backdrop; text \"victory - now you can invest in it!\" and bottom banner \"victory loan.\" signed dean cornwell. fold lines, light foxing/spots, and minor edge wear. vintage paper original as photographed. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"200","title":{"en":"1943 wwii poster victory loan"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25778/view","tags":["uscollectibles_promotional","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a 1943 WWII Victory Loan poster. The poster features a powerful image of a bald eagle with outstretched wings perched atop stacks of money, including a $200 bill. The background incorporates elements of the American flag with stars and stripes, and the text reads \"Victory - now you can invest in it! VICTORY LOAN\". This vibrant poster is a prime example of wartime propaganda encouraging public financial support for the war effort.","soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:46:12.184Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25778,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25779/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25779/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25779/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"official u.s. treasury poster wfd 939: large portrait of general dwight d. eisenhower with binoculars and map over a red-tinted amphibious landing scene; top text \"back 'em up, \" bottom \"buy extra bonds.\" fold lines and light edge/crease wear. vintage paper original as photographed. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"201","title":{"en":"wwii \"buy extra bonds\" poster 20x30"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25779/view","tags":["uscollectibles_promotional","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII-era \"Buy Extra Bonds\" poster, measuring 20x30 inches. The poster features a prominent portrait of a general, likely General Eisenhower given the four stars, holding a map and binoculars, with a red-toned battlefield scene of planes, tanks, and soldiers in the background. The text reads \"BACK 'EM UP\" at the top and \"BUY EXTRA BONDS\" at the bottom. It's a striking piece of American wartime propaganda, urging citizens to support the troops financially.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:46:47.622Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$90 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25779,"estimateMin":90},{"startPrice":80,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25780/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25780/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25780/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25780/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25780/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25780/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25780/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25780/016/016.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"cased sampson medal, uss st. paul - e.e. mooney, mach. 1/c, san juan 22 june 1898. cased west indies naval campaign medal-the sampson medal-named on the rim to elbert e. mooney, machinist first class, with ship brooch u.s.s. st. paul and the scarce action reverse san juan p.r. / june 22. congress authorized the medal in 1901 for the officers and men who served under rear admiral william t. sampson in the west indies and cuban waters. it is one of only two u.s. campaign medals officially issued named on the rim (the dewey medal is the other). charles e. barber cut the obverse: sampson in profile, \"commander in chief, \" around the legend of the 1898 naval campaign. george t. morgan cut the reverse: an officer, a sailor, and a marine standing on a block that names the fight-not a generic \"west indies\" die, but the specific engagement. \n that fight was 22 june 1898. uss st. paul, the former american line transatlantic steamer taken up as an auxiliary cruiser and armed with 5-inch and 6-inch guns, was on blockade and reconnaissance off san juan, puerto rico. spanish shore batteries and vessels at the fortified capital opened on her; st. paul answered and withdrew after a sharp exchange that left the auxiliary cruiser's crew entitled to this exact reverse. mooney, a first-class machinist, was below with the engines that kept the converted liner in the fight. naming, ship bar, and dated reverse together pin the medal to one man, one ship, and one morning off puerto rico. \n original red-blue-red ribbon, badly split at the folds-the usual fate of these early silks. pin-back brooch complete. period leatherette case with deep purple velvet and a button clasp; corners rubbed, lining sound. bronze with even cabinet tone and sharp rim letters. a textbook named sampson medal: the combination collectors look for, and the history of st. paul off san juan sitting in the metal."},"estimateMax":1200,"lotNumber":"202","title":{"en":"sampson medal, uss st. paul - e.e. mooney, mach."},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25780/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":80,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a Sampson medal, a type of military service medal, awarded to E.E. Mooney, Mach. The medal is associated with the USS St. Paul, indicated on the ribbon bar. It features a portrait of a man in profile on the obverse. The medal is made of a bronze-toned metal and is presented with a red and blue striped ribbon. It is housed in a dark, possibly leather, hinged case with a purple velvet interior lining, which includes a fitted recess for the medal.","soldPrice":850,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:47:27.648Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$600 - $1,200","currency":"USD","id":25780,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25781/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25781/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25781/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25781/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25781/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"hayes indian peace medal with presentation collar - peace reverse, c. 1877-81. oval u.s. mint indian peace medal of president rutherford b. hayes, still on its period presentation collar: buff silk with silver lace borders, two embroidered silver stars, and a faded rose lining. the medal hangs from a simple iron ring through the original piercing at the top. obverse: bearded bust left, rutherford b. hayes - president of the united states. reverse: the word peace in rays above a settler (axe in hand, cabin and plow behind) facing a native man in a war bonnet who holds a rifle; below, crossed tomahawk and pipe in a wreath. george t. morgan designed both sides. this was the first peace medal of the series to return to the large oval shape of the earliest american issues, and the first whose production was pushed by the mint rather than the indian office. secretary of the interior carl schurz chose this \"civilization\" reverse over a plains-camp design. silver strikings for chiefs were few; bronze examples were also struck. contemporary requests from the yankton agency-for chief strike-the-ree and others who had kept the yanktons off the warpath and onto farms-arrived so late that garfield medals went out instead. the large hanging medal on a starred collar is the form in which these pieces were meant to be worn at council. collar with expected silk wear and lining stains; medal with even bronze tone and strong detail. a complete hayes peace-medal set of the type used in the last years of the old presentation custom."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"203","title":{"en":"hayes indian peace medal with presentation collar"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25781/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a Hayes Indian Peace Medal, presented with an accompanying presentation collar. The oval-shaped bronze medal features a profile bust of Rutherford B. Hayes, inscribed \"RUTHERFORD B. HAYES PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.\" It hangs from a wide, V-shaped collar, primarily peach-colored with white decorative trim and two prominent white stars. The reverse of the collar is lined with pink fabric, highlighting this as a significant historical artifact of US diplomacy with Native American tribes.","soldPrice":250,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:47:53.182Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$90 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25781,"estimateMin":90},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25782/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25782/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25782/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"jackson indian peace medal, 1829, with red velvet presentation collar. large round u.s. mint indian peace medal of andrew jackson, dated a.d. 1829, still hanging from a period red-velvet collar with cream silk panels and silver braid, tan lining. obverse: bust right in civilian dress, andrew jackson president of the united states. reverse: the classic peace and friendship type-clasped hands (uniformed cuff at left, plain at right) beneath a crossed tomahawk and peace pipe. this is the medal of jackson's first term, issued as the government pressed the indian removal act of 1830 and the treaties that followed. peace medals had been a diplomatic tool since washington and jefferson; by jackson's day they were still hung on the necks of chiefs at council even as removal policy emptied the south and the old northwest. silver originals went to ranking leaders; bronze strikings, as here, were also produced and later collected as part of the presidential series. collar with expected velvet crush and fading; medal with even yellow-bronze color, sharp handshake and pipe-and-hatchet, original piercing and iron hanger. a complete wearing set from the removal-era presidency."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"204","title":{"en":"jackson indian peace medal, 1829, with red velvet"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25782/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a Jackson Indian Peace Medal, dated 1829, presented with a red velvet collar. The circular, gold-toned medal features a profile bust of Andrew Jackson, inscribed with his name and \"PRESIDENT OF THE U.S. A.D. 1829.\" It is suspended from a richly decorated, V-shaped collar primarily in red velvet with a beige or gold trim. The collar's reverse appears to be a solid beige fabric, making this a historically significant piece representing US diplomatic relations with Native American tribes during the early 19th century.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:48:15.920Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25782,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25783/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25783/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25783/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25783/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25783/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25783/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"grant indian peace medal, 1871, with beaded hide pouch. u.s. mint indian peace medal of ulysses s. grant (julian ip-42), designed by anthony c. paquet and dated 1871 on the reverse. obverse: bust right, campaign motto \"let us have peace.\" above the head, united states of america and liberty justice and equality around, the rim a circle of tomahawks and peace pipes. reverse: a globe labeled american continent under an open holy bible, farm tools and a flag at the sides, stars around the edge, legend on earth peace / good will toward men. grant's 1868 acceptance phrase was cut into official silver at the moment his administration was pushing the \"peace policy\" on the plains-agencies, rations, and new treaties after the fetterman fight and before the red river and black hills wars. original presentation medals were silver; this piece has the even gilt or bronze-gilt surface of a collector or later striking, with the small hole at the base of the bust for a thong. offered with a small hide pouch in the plains style: sinew-sewn, seed-beaded flap in yellow, dark blue and light blue stepped triangles, bone or antler button, white bead edging, tie thongs. pouch clean and complete; medal bright with sharp lettering. a late presidential peace medal-the slogan, the bible-and-globe reverse, and a working bag of the sort that traveled with such gifts."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"205","title":{"en":"grant indian peace medal, 1871, with beaded hide"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25783/view","tags":["uscollectibles_nativeamerican","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a Grant Indian Peace Medal, dated 1871, presented with a beaded hide element. The circular, gold-toned medal features a profile bust of Ulysses S. Grant, surrounded by the inscription \"UNITED STATES OF AMERICA\" and \"LET US HAVE PEACE.\" The outer rim also includes \"LIBERTY JUSTICE AND EQUALITY\" and \"LOYALTY.\" While the beaded hide mentioned in the catalog text is not visible in the provided image, the medal itself is a significant artifact of US diplomacy from the Reconstruction Era.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:48:49.234Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25783,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25784/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25784/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25784/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25784/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25784/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25784/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25784/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25784/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwi - wwii cuba red cross honor star, navy cross & lom - capt. c.e. battle, jr., usn. documented grouping to captain (temporary commodore) charlton eugene battle, jr., usna 1910-white house aide, navy cross for armistice day 1918, two-time legion of merit as chief of staff, service force atlantic, and commander of the naval operating base at guantanamo. \n born oglethorpe, georgia, 15 june 1887, battle served in *north carolina*, *montgomery*, *north dakota* and *kansas*, then the presidential yacht *mayflower* with additional duty as naval aide at the white house, 1915-16. in september 1918 he became executive officer of naval air station pauillac, france. on 11 november 1918-the day the guns stopped-he organized the parties that fought a dangerous fire on the portuguese ship *paniche*. he then manned, organized and provisioned the former german liner *kaiserin auguste victoria*. the navy cross citation covers both acts. the cross in this lot is the regulation piece: dark bronze, sailing ship in a wreath, navy-and-white ribbon. \n between the wars he commanded *claxton*, *chase* and *selfridge*, was gunnery officer of *florida*, exec of the new heavy cruiser *quincy* (including the 1936 evacuation of americans from spain), and taught nrotc at ucla. on 28 june 1941 he took command of *quincy* with the iceland defense force-service that earned the american defense medal with bronze \"a.\" from may 1942 to december 1945 he was chief of staff, service force, atlantic fleet, the logistics command that kept the battle of the atlantic and the mediterranean landings supplied. he received the legion of merit for may 1942-october 1944 and a gold star in lieu of a second award for october 1944-december 1945, three times assuming command of the service force when flag officers changed. the legion of merit here is the officer's badge, white-enamel cross with 13 stars, green wreath, magenta ribbon; reverse **united states of america / annuit coeptis / mdcclxxxii**. \n on 1 january 1946 he reported as commander, naval operating base, guantanamo bay, cuba, remaining until april 1948. that tour accounts for the centerpiece of the lot: the breast star of the cuban red cross **orden de honor y merito** (instituted 1909), motto **inter inimicos charitas**-charity among enemies-around a painted cuban shield, red-enamel cross on a faceted silver star with four applied stars. reverse stamped **n. tardero & hiebra / fabricado en cuba / habana**. also present: mexican service medal, 1911-1917 (yellow-blue ribbon, fort reverse **mexico 1911-1917**), and world war i victory medal. ribbons worn; enamel on the cuban star largely intact; navy cross and campaign medals with honest bronze tone. official navy biography (naval history division, 20 april 1948) and hall of valor citations travel with the group. a named flag-rank lot that runs from the wilson white house through pauillac on armistice day, the atlantic logistics war, and the postwar command at guantanamo."},"estimateMax":1200,"lotNumber":"206","title":{"en":"wwi - wwii cuba red cross honor star, navy cross"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25784/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a collection of WWI - WWII era military decorations, including a Cuba Red Cross Honor Star and a Navy Cross. The items consist of medals with enameled designs, often featuring stars and national colors, suspended from fabric ribbons. One prominent medal is a multi-pointed star with a red cross design and text in Spanish, likely 'CHARITAS - ORDEN DE HONOR Y MERITO' and a date '1909'. Another medal displays a central star field with red and white enamel on a gold-toned cross, attached to a pink ribbon. The collection also includes three smaller medals on striped ribbons, accompanied by a black and white portrait of a man in uniform.","soldPrice":450,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:49:35.169Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $1,200","currency":"USD","id":25784,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25785/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25785/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25785/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25785/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25785/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"italian wwi-interwar medal bar group - order of the crown of italy and campaign medals. mounted italian decoration group including knight-grade order of the crown of italy (ordine della corona d'italia; white enamel cross, savoy knots, iron crown center) on red/white ribbon; two war merit crosses (croce al merito di guerra) with ve iii / \"merito di guerra\"; italo-austrian war 1915-1918 commemorative with \"1916\" and \"1917\" bars; inter-allied victory medal; war volunteer medal (\"per l'italia\"); east africa commemorative with gladius device; and victor emmanuel iii commemorative. enamel appears intact; ribbons aged/faded."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"207","title":{"en":"italian wwi-interwar medal bar group - order of"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25785/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot presents an Italian WWI-Interwar medal bar group, comprising multiple military awards and commemorative medals. The collection features a medal bar with four distinct ribbons in red/white, blue/white, green, and red/white/green stripes. Below the bar are two 'Merito Di Guerra' crosses, a white enamel order with a blue central crown, and a bronze medal depicting a soldier in profile. Further below are four additional circular medals, each with distinct obverse designs, including a bust of Vittorio Emanuele III and allegorical figures, suspended from various colorful ribbons. This group encapsulates Italian military commendations from the early 20th century, made from various metals and enamel.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:50:08.567Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25785,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25786/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25786/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25786/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"order of st michael and st george sash - saxon blue and scarlet. full-dress sash of the most distinguished order of saint michael and saint george: wide moire silk in saxon blue with a broad scarlet centre stripe, fringed ends, and a sewn bow carrying the gilt suspension ring for the badge. two worked buttonholes (purple silk) on the inner tail for the usual fastening. founded in 1818 by the prince regent for service in malta and the ionian islands, the order became the standard british honour for diplomats, colonial governors and senior officers in the mediterranean and overseas empire-cmg in the ranks, kcmg and gcmg with this sash. the colours are those of the original statutes, unchanged through two world wars. silk with expected fold wear, light soiling and fringe loss at the ends; ring intact; no badge present. a correct period sash for a knight commander or knight grand cross of st michael and st george."},"estimateMax":90,"lotNumber":"208","title":{"en":"order of st michael and st george sash - saxon"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25786/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a sash from the Order of St. Michael and St. George, described as a Saxon piece. The sash is made of textile material, featuring a bold pattern of alternating wide blue and red vertical stripes. It is designed to be worn across the body, with a folded portion near the top and a gold-colored ring attached, likely for suspending an insignia. The ends of the sash exhibit fringed edges, suggesting its ceremonial nature. The design and colors are characteristic of traditional European orders of chivalry and merit.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.132Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $90","currency":"USD","id":25786,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25787/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25787/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"connecticut \"faithful service\" medal - ten years bar. bronze-toned connecticut faithful service medal: cross pattee on laurel wreath with central seal of three grapevines, legends \"faithful service\" and \"conn.\" red moire ribbon with \"ten years\" bar and eagle suspension device. age patina on metal; ribbon largely intact. recipient name not shown in the primary photo."},"estimateMax":40,"lotNumber":"209","title":{"en":"connecticut \"faithful service\" medal - ten years"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25787/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a Connecticut 'Faithful Service' medal, awarded for ten years of service. The medal features a bronze-toned metal construction, consisting of a rectangular bar with the inscription 'TEN YEARS' attached to a red ribbon. Below the ribbon hangs an eagle emblem, which in turn suspends a cross-shaped medal. The central medallion of the cross is encircled by 'FAITHFUL SERVICE CONN' and depicts a balanced scale, symbolizing justice, and a standing figure. The overall design is indicative of a civil service or long-service award from the state of Connecticut.","soldPrice":18,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:51:12.283Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$20 - $40","currency":"USD","id":25787,"estimateMin":20},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25788/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25788/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1914 iron cross 2nd class pair with 25-year officer's cross. two 1914 iron crosses 2nd class and a prussian officer's long-service miniature. the wearer's cross is the standard three-piece construction-black iron core, silver frame, beaded rim-obverse crown, w and 1914, reverse oak spray, fw and 1813, on the black-and-white combatant ribbon. beside it sits a second ek2 whose paint and core have cracked and flaked almost to the frame, the usual fate of an iron award left damp. a buttonhole bow carries a miniature iron cross and the gilt-centered prussian officers' 25-year long service cross (xx), the decoration created in 1825 for a quarter-century of commissioned service and still worn in 1914. frederick william iii founded the iron cross in 1813 against napoleon; wilhelm ii reopened the same dies in august 1914. two million 2nd classes were issued in the great war. the sound cross shows honest wear and a complete ribbon; the second is a relic of the same award, paint gone; miniatures original to the bow. a small prussian group: the 1813 cross revived for 1914, and twenty-five years in the king's coat beside it.n."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"210","title":{"en":"1914 iron cross 2nd class pair with 25-year"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25788/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a pair of 1914 Iron Cross 2nd Class medals, accompanied by a 25-year service decoration and a miniature medal group. The primary Iron Cross medal is a blackened iron cross with a silver frame, featuring a 'W' for Wilhelm II, a crown, and the date '1914,' suspended from a black and white striped ribbon. Another Iron Cross, likely a 1st Class, is also present in a more distressed condition. The group includes a smaller ribbon bar with a miniature Iron Cross and a circular medal, possibly indicating a 25-year service award. These are German military decorations from the WWI era, made of iron and silvered metal.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.134Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25788,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25789/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25789/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25789/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25789/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25789/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25789/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25789/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25789/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwi british war medal - named ernest p. girt, 1st suffolk regiment, 7732. world war i british war medal named to ernest p. girt, 1st suffolk regiment, service number 7732. silver medal with standard ribbon. light tarnish and ribbon age wear. a researched named great war medal with the documented naming caveat. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":90,"lotNumber":"211","title":{"en":"wwi british war medal - named ernest p. girt, 1st"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25789/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWI British War Medal, identified as belonging to Ernest P. Girt of the 1st regiment. The circular silver-toned medal features a relief portrait of King George V on the obverse, with the inscription 'GEORGIUS V BRITT: OMN: REX ET IND: IMP:'. It is suspended from a vibrant multi-colored ribbon with blue, white, and orange vertical stripes. This medal is a standard British military award issued to commemorate service in World War I, signifying the individual's participation in the conflict.","soldPrice":40,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:52:41.782Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $90","currency":"USD","id":25789,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25790/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25790/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"pour le merite (blue max) - jeweler's copy with oak-leaf suspension. post-war jeweler's / commemorative pour le merite (orden pour le merite) in blue enamel on silver-gilt style construction: maltese cross with prussian eagles at the junctions; obverse with imperial crown over \"f\" cipher and \"pour le merite\" lettering across the arms; reverse plain blue enamel (no reverse inscription), as expected for the order form. suspension includes oak-leaf style cluster / pebbled fan channel as photographed; no neck ribbon present in these views. enamel largely intact with fine surface crazing/scratches; bright metal finish without deep age patina. sold as a jeweler's copy / collector reproduction - not an original wartime award and not the film-prop example from the blue max group. exact maker unknown."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"212","title":{"en":"pour le merite (blue max) - jeweler's copy with"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25790/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a jeweler's copy of the Pour le Mérite, famously known as the 'Blue Max' medal. The medal is a striking blue enamel Maltese cross, with golden eagles placed between the arms of the cross. The center of the cross features a golden 'F' surmounted by a crown, and the arms bear the inscription 'Pour le Mérite' in golden script. A golden crown and oak leaf motif serves as the suspension loop for the medal. This piece is an exquisite replica of the prestigious Prussian military order.","soldPrice":250,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:53:58.378Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25790,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25791/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25791/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25791/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25791/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25791/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"sa sports badge pair with 1938 test booklet - joh. ritter. two sa-sportabzeichen and the official 1938 handbook, the cover signed in ink joh. ritter. the pamphlet-der weg zum sa-sportabzeichen. ausfuehrungs- und pruefungsbestimmungen, ausgabe 1938-is the printed rulebook for the fitness tests: run, jump, throw, swim or march, and fieldcraft. hitler authorized the badge in november 1933 as the sturmabteilung's physical standard; by the late 1930s it was the mass sports award of the movement, issued in bronze, silver and gold according to score and age. both badges here are the regulation type: oak wreath, upright sword, mobile swastika. one, gilt, is by bonner kunstabzeichen, marked eigentum d. chefs d. ausbildungswesens and bedarf bonn/rh, serial 106458. the other, silvered, is by l. schneider, luedenscheid, marked hauptstelle and sa sportabz., serial 656649. a third reverse in the photos is heavily rusted, pin still present. booklet toned and soft at the edges; badges with honest wear, one corroded, pins complete. a named set of the sa sports qualification-the booklet that set the tests and two numbered awards from the authorized makers."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"213","title":{"en":"sa sports badge set with 1938 test booklet"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25791/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises an SA Sports Badge set and a 1938 test booklet. The set includes three SA Sports Badges, each featuring a swastika emblem within a wreath, surmounted by a sword, in varying metallic finishes (silver, gold, and bronze tones). The accompanying booklet, titled 'Der Weg zum SA.-Sportabzeichen Ausgabe 1938,' is a German language document detailing the regulations and tests for the SA Sports Badge, published in 1938. This collection represents a period-specific German sports award and its associated official documentation.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:54:50.780Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25791,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25792/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25792/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25792/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"baltic cross (baltenkreuz), 1919 - gilt overlay, pin-back. breast badge of the 1919 baltic campaign: darkened or silvered ground cross with a separately applied gilt cross, four rivets, hinge pin and catch, small shield mark on the reverse. after the armistice, german freikorps and the baltic landeswehr held courland and riga against the red army; the baltischer nationalausschuss instituted this cross in july 1919 for men who served at least three months in latvia and estonia. it was unofficial at first, later tolerated in the reichswehr. the usual striking has plain gilt arms; this example carries fleur-de-lis terminals on the overlay. gilt still bright; ground worn; pin complete. a freikorps baltic cross of the gilt-on-dark 1919 type."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"214","title":{"en":"baltic cross (baltenkreuz), 1919 - gilt overlay"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25792/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a Baltic Cross (Baltenkreuz) from 1919, featuring a gilt overlay. The medal is a cross design, with a greyish base metal. Superimposed on this base is a smaller golden cross with distinctive fleur-de-lis like terminals on its arms. The contrast between the gilt and the darker base metal highlights the intricate design of the cross. This military decoration was awarded for service in the Baltic region during the post-WWI period.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:55:26.159Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25792,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25793/020/020.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"rare prussian 1813 iron cross 1st & 2nd class grouping with antique presentation case. exceptional and rare original prussian iron cross grouping comprising an authentic 1813 iron cross 1st class (ek1) and 1813 iron cross 2nd class (ek2), preserved together in an antique presentation case. the ek1 is the scarce early sew-on form, constructed with a plain black magnetic iron core within a finely ribbed silver frame and full silver reverse backing fitted with eight individually soldered attachment loops, two to each arm. the ek1 is unmarked and weighs approximately 12.5 grams. the accompanying ek2 features the classic prussian crown and \"fw\" cypher above three central oak leaves and the date \"1813,\" with a plain opposing face, finely ribbed silver frame, suspension ring, and black-and-white prussian ribbon. the ek2 weighs approximately 16.66 grams and displays the distinctive stepped iron-core construction on both sides associated with early 1813-pattern manufacture. both crosses retain wonderful untouched age, with oxidation, patination, surface wear, and areas of loss to the original blackened iron finish. the grouping is housed in an antique black pebbled presentation case with decorative brass hardware, purple velvet interior, and cream silk-lined lid showing age and impressions from long-term storage. the case is believed to be a later private-purchase presentation or storage case and is not represented as the original issue case. an exceptionally scarce opportunity to acquire both classes of the historic 1813 prussian iron cross, instituted by king friedrich wilhelm iii during the napoleonic wars and representing the original form of what became germany's most recognizable military decoration. authentic period examples"},"estimateMax":14000,"lotNumber":"215","title":{"en":"rare prussian 1813 iron cross 1st & 2nd class"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25793/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This rare lot features a Prussian 1813 Iron Cross set, including both 1st and 2nd class medals, presented in a fitted case. The 1st Class Iron Cross is a flat, unribboned cross with a central 'W', a crown, and the date '1813'. The 2nd Class Iron Cross is similar in design but suspended from a black and white striped ribbon, indicative of its class distinction. Both medals are crafted from blackened iron with a silvered frame, typical of early Iron Cross designs. They are housed within a velvet-lined presentation case, highlighting their historical significance.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.135Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$8,000 - $14,000","currency":"USD","id":25793,"estimateMin":8000},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25794/019/019.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"please review"},"estimateMax":20,"lotNumber":"216","title":{"en":"please review"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25794/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is an advertisement for Eagles Corps International's December Militaria Auction, presented as a graphic. It promotes a consignment service with '0% Seller Fees / Commission Charges' and highlights benefits such as 'Fast Payout,' 'Professional Service,' and 'Free Appraisals.' The advertisement features a dark background with gold and white text. It provides a call to action to 'Submit Today' at 'Eaglescorpsconsign.com'.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.137Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$10 - $20","currency":"USD","id":25794,"estimateMin":10},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25795/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25795/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25795/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25795/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25795/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25795/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25795/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25795/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25795/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. merchant marine group named dog tags, shoulder boards & insignia. this maritime grouping is named to beverly r. perin via two usms dog tags stamped beverly r. perin / 4405-03714 / t8-44 / usms / a. included are four black shoulder boards with two gold braid stripes and gold bullion devices (ship's wheel and fouled-anchor pairs) with fouled-anchor buttons; merchant marine officer's cap badge (eagle, shield, crossed anchors); u.s. maritime service pin; sup wheel pin; approx. ten fouled-anchor buttons; two ribbon bars; red/black braided cord; and sailors' union of the pacific 1885-1985 centennial buckle (\"steady as she goes / brotherhood of the sea\") with related west coast sailors explanatory paper. age wear and patina throughout. indicates u.s. maritime service association in the 1940s; later sup buckle is a 1985 commemorative addition."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"217","title":{"en":"u.s. merchant marine group named dog tags"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25795/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a U.S. Merchant Marine grouping, featuring named dog tags and various associated memorabilia. The items fall into the category of military and maritime historical artifacts, specifically from the U.S. Merchant Marine. The collection includes a 'Brotherhood of the Union of the Pacific West Coast Sailors' document, a belt buckle with a ship and 'SUP Centennial 1895-1995' text, various uniform buttons, officer shoulder boards with nautical insignias, a ribbon bar, and the aforementioned named dog tags. The dog tags suggest personal effects of a specific individual, adding to its historical value. The collection reflects the service and affiliations of a U.S. Merchant Marine member, likely spanning into the late 20th century based on the buckle's date.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:57:26.718Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25795,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25796/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25796/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25796/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25796/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25796/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25796/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25796/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25796/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25796/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25796/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. navy medal & photo archive uss alaska unit history. scarce u s s alaska unit history, accompanied by six medals (navy occupation service with \"asia\" clasp; navy good conduct; asiatic-pacific campaign with three bronze stars; china service; american campaign; wwii victory) and approximately fifteen vintage photographs showing a young sailor in china settings, shipboard views including a large triple-gun turret consistent with alaska-class main battery, harbor scenes, and family images. medals show age wear; photos varied formats."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"218","title":{"en":"u.s. navy medal & photo archive uss alaska unit"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25796/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a U.S. Navy medal and photo archive pertaining to a unit from the USS Alaska. It is a collection of military and historical memorabilia. The subject matter centers on naval service, specifically related to the USS Alaska, likely from the mid-20th century. The materials include multiple military medals on ribbons, various black and white photographs depicting scenes and individuals, and a dark blue album or binder with \"USS Alaska...\" embossed in gold on the cover. The photographs appear to show landscapes, naval personnel, and potentially port cities, providing visual documentation of the era and service.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:58:04.108Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25796,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25797/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25797/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25797/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25797/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25797/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25797/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf radio operator group air medal & 15th af. this veteran grouping is named to james a. moore jr., asn 33 129 707. honorable discharge / enlisted record lists mos radio operator & mechanic campaigns air offensive europe, normandy, northern france, rhineland; decorations air medal with 3 oak leaf clusters and eame with 4 bronze service stars. also: cpl id card with photo, signature, and thumbprint; newspaper clipping on b-24 \"paoli local\" (723rd bs / 450th bg) lost over moosbierbaum, austria; full-size medals (air medal, good conduct, eame, american campaign, american defense, wwii victory); matching ribbon bars with olcs/stars; aircrew wings; staff sergeant chevron patch; 15th air force and usaaf patches; specialist bomb and gear patches; expert marksman badge with pistol bar; us and aaf collar disks; honorable discharge lapel pin. age wear to documents and textiles. indicates 15th af heavy-bomber radio-operator service; clipping connection to \"paoli local\" is associative via inclusion in the group."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"219","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf 15th aaf air medal group"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25797/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II USAAF 15th AAF Air Medal grouping, consisting of various military decorations and personal documents. The items belong to the category of WWII American militaria, specifically from the United States Army Air Forces. The collection includes several medals with ribbons, various embroidered patches such as a '15th AAF' patch and a bomb insignia, an identification card for an 'Ansell' with a photograph, a set of sergeant stripes, and official looking documents including a 'Recorded Ancestry Report of Separation' and an article titled 'Paoli Local makes Lost Run.' The group offers insight into the service of an individual during WWII in the 15th AAF.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.139Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25797,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25798/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25798/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25798/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25798/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25798/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25798/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii 99th bg navigator grouping - named pow ploesti air medal & korea. named medal and document group to howard m. myers, o-703568 / a0703568, later 13045988, of baltimore. he joined a 99th bombardment group crew in italy in july 1944 as the squadron diary recorded new faces the night before another strike on the ploesti oil fields. fifteenth air force awarded him the air medal by go 2250, 1 august 1944, with oak leaf clusters by go 2851 (25 august) and go 3509 (20 september). after the war he stayed in uniform; far east air forces added a third cluster by go 521, 13 october 1952. \n in the lot: two air medals (one with devices on the ribbon); good conduct medal in a titled box; european-african-middle eastern campaign; american campaign; world war ii victory; national defense; army of occupation (germany gate); united nations korea with korea bar. sterling aircrew wings, two pair, pin-back. four dog tags-myers howard m. a0703568 t o p and 13045988 t43, next of kin blanch myers, 5425 patterson ave., baltimore. folded allied map of german prison camps, stalags and oflags marked across the reich. copies of the air medal cards and the july 1944 99th bg diary pages naming him with the new crews. medals and tags with honest wear; boxes present; map folded as carried. a documented 15th air force navigator's group that runs from the italian b-17 war and ploesti to a far east air medal in korea."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"220","title":{"en":"wwii 99th bg navigator grouping - ploesti"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25798/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a World War II 99th Bomb Group navigator grouping, with a focus on the Ploesti mission. It is a collection of American military historical artifacts. The subject matter is specific to WWII aviation, detailing the service of a navigator, likely from the European theater. The grouping includes multiple military medals with ribbons, several dog tags, pilot's wings insignia, a period map titled 'Prison Camps, Civilian Internees Camps, Hospitals, Principal Towns & Cities Allied Fronts' showing areas including Germany, Poland, and Czechoslovakia, and various blue-covered booklets. The map specifically highlights locations relevant to POWs, adding context to the navigator's potential experiences during the war.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.140Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25798,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25799/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25799/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25799/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25799/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25799/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25799/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25799/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25799/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25799/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"rare cbi: cloud & banner, lom, group burma road blast. order of the cloud and banner no. 1276 and legion of merit to maj. peter s. hopkins - american liaison engineer who blew the peak that opened the burma road, 20 august 1944 \n a documented china-burma-india grouping to captain (later major) peter s. hopkins, o-1103701, corps of engineers, american liaison team, built around the two decorations that mark the same action: a numbered republic of china order of the cloud and banner and a numbered u.s. legion of merit. no separate published biography has been located under his serial; the story sits in the china theater citation and in the official engineer record of the salween fighting. \n in the summer of 1944 the japanese still held the mountain fortress line west of the salween that sealed china's last overland link with the world. official u.s. army histories of y-force and the salween front describe american engineer advisers working with chinese units on assault demolitions against those peaks-most famously sung shan, rising some three thousand feet above the river-after infantry attacks had failed. hopkins's citation is the personal account of that work. after several chinese assaults could not take the summit, it was decided to blow the top of the peak with large tnt charges. textbooks gave no formula for removing a mountain under an enemy. as engineer officer on the american liaison team he fixed tunnel number, size and depth, charge weight, wiring and tamping, then personally supervised chinese engineers six to ten yards beneath the japanese positions, as quietly as the ground allowed. on the morning of 20 august 1944 the charges fired. every pillbox, trench and dugout on the peak was destroyed except a small pocket on the west face. chinese troops occupied the height; the position was the key to the rest of the fortified belt blocking the burma road. the citation, typed and stamped official by headquarters, u.s. army forces, china theater, calls the result vital to the campaign that followed. \n the legion of merit (legionnaire) is the numbered wartime issue in its case, brooch stamped 3573, with the correct pink-white ribbon and matching bar. the chinese order is the order of the cloud and banner (yunhui / resplendent banner), created in 1935 in nine classes for contributions to national security: a multi-rayed silver star with blue-enamel clouds and a central medallion of the golden banner among clouds, suspended from the yellow-blue-red ribbon with rosette. the reverse carries the arched chinese inscription and serial 1276. a dress miniature of the same order hangs on a five-place miniature bar with the legion of merit miniature, american campaign medal, asiatic-pacific campaign medal with three stars, and world war ii victory medal. \n also in the lot: the republic of china war of resistance / victory commemorative medal, reverse numbered a11384, in its gilt-titled case with an ink tag \"maj peter s. hopkins\"; a small chinese enamel badge numbered 638 on the reverse; corps of engineers castle insignia, u.s. ciphers, gilt oak-leaf clusters and buttons; additional ribbon bars; and a spink & son ltd. case, 5, 6 & 7 king street, st. james's, london. paper is folded and toned as expected of theater issue; enamel on both cloud and banner pieces is largely intact; medals and hardware show honest wear. \n a scarce named liaison-engineer group that ties a numbered cloud and banner and a numbered legion of merit to the demolition of 20 august 1944-the charge that cracked the japanese hold on the mountain and helped put the burma road back in allied hands."},"estimateMax":1200,"lotNumber":"221","title":{"en":"rare cbi: cloud & banner, lom, group burma road"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25799/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare CBI (China Burma India Theater) grouping, featuring a 'Cloud & Banner' medal and a Legion of Merit (LOM) medal, associated with the Burma Road. The item is a collection of military decorations and insignia, specifically from the World War II era. The subject matter focuses on military service in the CBI theater, highlighting significant awards. The grouping consists of a prominent star-shaped medal with a blue central disc depicting clouds and a yellow banner, suspended from a multi-colored ribbon with a decorative upper component. Below it is a ribbon bar with multiple colored stripes and a cluster of miniature medals, including a star-shaped medal and several round medals with images like ships and figures. The intricate design and multiple awards signify meritorious service.","soldPrice":1600,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T19:59:52.283Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$800 - $1,200","currency":"USD","id":25799,"estimateMin":800},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25800/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25800/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"named usmc good conduct group - joseph r. strzalka, 1942, 3rd marine division. marine grouping named on the good conduct medal to joseph r. strzalka / 1942. the medal hangs from the marine corps rifle suspension with bars u.s. marine corps and second award-two four-year hitches, the first closed in the year america entered the war. american defense medal with base clasp (duty at a shore station outside the continental united states before 7 december 1941). also: american campaign, european-african-middle eastern campaign, asiatic-pacific campaign, world war ii victory. third marine division shoulder patch (scarlet shield, gold caltrap) and a large embroidered usmc bulldog. snapshot of a young marine kneeling with a browning automatic rifle. the 3rd marine division, formed september 1942, went from new zealand to bougainville, guam and iwo jima. medals with even bronze tone; good conduct naming sharp; patches clean; photo period. a named two-award marine good conduct group with the base clasp and the 3rd division patch of the pacific war."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"222","title":{"en":"named wwii usmc good conduct group"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25800/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot is a named WWII USMC Good Conduct Group, consisting of military medals, patches, and a photograph. It is a collection of American military memorabilia, specifically from the United States Marine Corps during World War II. The subject matter pertains to the service record and recognition of an individual Marine. The grouping includes a large circular 'United States Marines' patch with a bulldog mascot, a red triangular patch with a yellow insignia, several medals with ribbons including a Good Conduct medal, and a vintage black and white photograph of a Marine in uniform holding a rifle. The items collectively represent a personal history of service and commendation from the WWII period.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:00:14.130Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$90 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25800,"estimateMin":90},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25801/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25801/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25801/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"sgt. kenneth e. stelzel usmc group - purple heart, dog tags & chosin reservoir clipping. this marine grouping is named to kenneth e. stelzel via dog tags stamped stelzel kenneth e. 546005 t 1/45 type a usmc p. accompanying printout identifies him as a wwii/korean war usmc veteran wounded at the chosin reservoir; sheboygan press article (april 3, 1951) recounts grenade wounds in nov. 1950 (loss of left eye, facial injuries, partial deafness) and notes 18th marine infantry battalion association. physical items include purple heart, wwii victory, marine corps good conduct, sharpshooter and marksman badges, ega tie clip, and ribbon bars showing purple heart, asiatic-pacific (2 stars), wwii victory, navy occupation, korean service (2 stars), un korea, rok puc, and presidential unit citation. age toning to metals/ribbons."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"223","title":{"en":"wwii - korea usmc group"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25801/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot is a WWII - Korea USMC group belonging to SGT. Kenneth Stelzel, a veteran of the Battle of Chosin Reservoir. It is a collection of American military and personal memorabilia. The subject matter covers the extended military service of an individual Marine spanning both World War II and the Korean War, including a specific notable battle. The group includes several medals (one being a Purple Heart), various ribbon bars, dog tags, a 'US Marine Corps' insignia, a 'Sharpshooter' badge, and significant paper documentation including a newspaper clipping about 'Wounded Marine To Marry' and a text describing SGT. Kenneth Stelzel's service. The items collectively offer a personal narrative of a Marine's service across two major 20th-century conflicts.","soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:00:55.794Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25801,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25802/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25802/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"j.w. humphrey usmc group - 1st marine division guadalcanal patch & puc ribbon. usmc insignia group identified by handwritten note as \"j.w. humphrey usmc.\" includes 1st marine division \"guadalcanal\" ssi (blue diamond, red \"1,\" southern cross stars) with matching enameled lapel pin; asiatic-pacific ribbon with one bronze star paired with navy/marine corps presidential unit citation ribbon with three bronze stars; pistol expert badge; two ega devices; small red/gold ega enamel pin; and approx. eight bronze usmc buttons. patch edge fray; metal patina."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"224","title":{"en":"wwii usmc group named- 1st marine division"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25802/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII USMC group named to an individual from the 1st Marine Division, centered around the Guadalcanal campaign. It is a collection of American military memorabilia from World War II. The subject matter is specific to the United States Marine Corps, particularly the significant role of the 1st Marine Division during the war. The grouping includes a distinctive blue embroidered patch with \"1 Guadalcanal\" and stars, a diamond-shaped enamel pin with the numeral \"1\" and stars, various uniform buttons featuring the USMC emblem (eagle, globe, and anchor), a ribbon bar with three stars, and a \"Pistol Expert\" badge. A handwritten note explicitly identifies the items as the \"Group of J.W. Humphrey USMC\", adding a personal historical element.","soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:01:44.616Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$90 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25802,"estimateMin":90},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25803/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25803/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25803/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25803/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii bronze star with citation group, 80th infantry division fa. this army grouping is named to tec 4 edgar j. krueger, asn 33252918. citation to accompany general orders for the bronze star medal (hq 80th infantry division) cites meritorious service in france 6 aug-30 nov 1944 for skill as a motor mechanic rebuilding combat-damaged vehicles; accompanying general orders dated 13 december 1944 list him among recipients. also: full-size bronze star and good conduct in blue velvet-lined case; bronze star ribbon bars; overseas bars; field artillery crossed-cannons insignia and disks; sharpshooter badge with carbine bar; silver id bracelet (name plate not fully confirmed in overview). document fold toning; medals good vintage condition."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"225","title":{"en":"wwii bronze star with citation group, 80th"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25803/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a WWII Bronze Star with Citation group, associated with the 80th Infantry Division. It is a collection of American military awards and documents from World War II. The subject matter pertains to individual valor and commendation within the U.S. Army during the war. The grouping includes a Bronze Star medal with its characteristic five-pointed star design, other service medals with ribbons, a set of rank insignia (likely for an officer), and multiple official documents. These documents are marked \"RESTRICTED\" and include citations detailing the meritorious service for which the Bronze Star was awarded, providing specific dates (e.g., August to November 1944) and information related to the 80th Infantry Division, offering a detailed historical account.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:02:24.134Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25803,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25804/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25804/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25804/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25804/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25804/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii b-26 navigator grouping - 9th bg, dfc, ph, air medal 12 olc. documented ninth air force grouping to captain george eugene kunde, o-665923, of milwaukee: navigator, purple heart, distinguished flying cross, and air medal with twelve oak leaf clusters. born 1921, juneau high school, university of wisconsin and marquette. rated navigator at aaf navigation school, hondo, texas, 17 october 1942 (diploma in the lot, cadet 16043640). individual flight records place him in b-26 marauders with a ninth air force bomber unit; the may-june 1944 cards list combat sorties in the fifties through the seventies. awards on his personnel form: purple heart, go 387, bomb group, june 1944; air medal with 12 olc, hq ninth air force go 146/44; dfc, hq 9th bg, december 1944. after the war he flew as an aircraft observer with the 48th fighter-interceptor squadron at otis afb and was released from active duty in november 1951. wife: betty jane (dooley) kunde, milwaukee. \n in the lot: purple heart, distinguished flying cross, air medal, eame, american campaign, victory, army of occupation, and an additional campaign medal; pilot/observer wings, u.s. and captain's insignia, large gilt eagle; ninth air force patch and aaf winged patches. original form 5 flight records, wd ago personnel pages, observer time sheet from otis, and the hondo diploma. papers worn and complete as a working file; medals and insignia with honest wear. a named marauder navigator's group-wounded in june 1944, decorated through a long combat tour, and documented down to the sortie numbers."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"226","title":{"en":"wwii b-26 navigator grouping - 9th bg, dfc, ph"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25804/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot is a WWII B-26 Navigator grouping from the 9th Bomb Group, featuring a Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) and a Purple Heart (PH). The collection includes various military medals, insignia, and a logbook or record book with written entries. Notable visual features include a gold-colored eagle pin, a purple heart medal, and several other colored ribboned medals, along with patches and official documents. The materials primarily consist of metal for the medals, fabric for the patches, and paper for the documents, all dating from the World War II period.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:02:57.230Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25804,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25805/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25805/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25805/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25805/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25805/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25805/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25805/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25805/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25805/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25805/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25805/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25805/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25805/013/013.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii 8th aaf kia b-17 pilot grouping - 1st lt. charles e. mikesell, 11 april 1944. named purple heart and air medal group to second lieutenant charles edward mikesell, army air forces, killed in the european theater on 11 april 1944 and promoted posthumously to first lieutenant effective the day before. he is the pilot in the crew photographs: b-17 fortress, mae wests and fleece, a bomb and linked ammunition on the tarmac. versos name the crew-mikesell, pilot; robert naugler, co-pilot; leon shektell, navigator; edward osucha, bombardier; joseph grundy, engineer; francis lope, tail gunner; edward donnelly, ball turret; arthur clark jr. and joseph williamson, waist; others as radio and armorer. he trained at maxwell field and gunter field, class 43-b (the gunter cadet). \n in the lot: purple heart engraved charles e. mikesell, cased, with extra ribbon; air medal engraved 2d lt. charles e. mikesell a.c., cased; sterling a.e. co. utica pilot wings, collar u.s. and prop-and-wings, lieutenant bars, purple heart and air medal ribbon bars. presidential memorial certificates-roosevelt for first lieutenant charles e. mikesell, european area, and truman naming second lieutenant charles e. mikesell, 11 april 1944. official promotion under public law 680, recorded 6 november 1946, advancing him to first lieutenant as of 10 april 1944. class books, studio portrait, crew prints (one from howard studio, pecos, texas), and a \"do not bend\" envelope to lucinda lee mikesell, wayside, pennsylvania. medals and cases fine; papers folded and stained as family papers. a complete killed-in-action pilot's group-named medals, the crew that flew with him, and the president's certificates for a fortress pilot lost on 11 april 1944."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"227","title":{"en":"wwii 8th aaf kia b-17 pilot grouping"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25805/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II 8th Air Force B-17 pilot grouping, centered around a 'Killed in Action' (KIA) pilot named Charles E. Mikesell. The lot includes a black and white photograph depicting a group of nine airmen in flight gear, likely the pilot's crew, with a B-17 bomber in the background. Accompanying the photo are military decorations, including a prominent Purple Heart medal inscribed \"FOR MILITARY MERIT CHARLES E. MIKESELL\" and another medal with his name and rank '2d Lt.' visible. 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iwo jima \u2013 japanese command headquarters cave bring-back \u2013 original maps, photo album & 147th infantry veteran\u2019s eyewitness memoiran extraordinary and historically significant collection of japanese military maps and a personal photograph album recovered from an underground cave complex on iwo jima in 1945 by u.s. army soldier e.v. trevino of the 147th infantry regiment. accompanying the collection is a remarkable five-page, firsthand narrative written by trevino on april 24, 1985, documenting his experiences on iwo jima and providing a detailed account of the discovery and recovery of these artifacts.according to trevino\u2019s eyewitness testimony, these items were recovered from an underground japanese command headquarters complex identified to him at the time as the headquarters of general tadamichi kuribayashi, commander of japanese forces defending iwo jima.the 147th infantry regiment arrived on iwo jima in march 1945 and participated in the dangerous and often overlooked operations to clear the island\u2019s extensive underground defenses, caves, bunkers, and remaining japanese resistance. trevino describes his unit\u2019s patrols into the elaborate tunnel systems, where japanese soldiers continued to resist long after the principal battle had ended.the discovery of the japanese command headquartersin his remarkable 1985 memoir, trevino recounts entering a large underground headquarters complex previously discovered by american forces. the installation contained interconnected tunnels, sleeping quarters, command rooms, communications equipment, and multiple entrances. approximately twenty marines were guarding the entrance when his group arrived.accompanied by fellow soldiers and japanese-american interpreters, trevino descended into the underground complex, where he encountered evidence of its recent occupation and the aftermath of the fighting.while exploring the tunnels, he entered a small room containing the bodies of two japanese officers who, according to his account, had apparently committed suicide. their personal belongings remained carefully arranged, including a photograph album that trevino subsequently recovered.continuing farther into the complex, trevino was summoned back to the main headquarters area, where an interpreter reportedly informed the americans that they had entered the headquarters of general kuribayashi.trevino recalled:\u201cit was the hq of general kuribashi.\u201dinside the command rooms, trevino observed numerous military documents and maps attached to wooden frames. he carefully removed several maps, initially preserving the thumbtacks before folding the maps and placing them in his bag.he later described finding approximately eight or nine maps in the room.a remarkable account of the maps\u2019 recoveryone of the most fascinating passages concerns how trevino was allowed to retain the captured documents.after american officers began collecting the headquarters papers, trevino asked whether he could keep some of the maps. according to his account, an officer identified as lieutenant aber discreetly indicated his approval.trevino wrote:\u201clt aber gave me the wink. without the other officer looking i put them in my sack.\u201dhe further recalled being concerned that army intelligence might later question his possession of the material.these details provide an unusually personal account of how japanese military documents were recovered, retained, and ultimately brought home by an american serviceman.the collectionthe surviving artifacts include:* three original japanese maps, including a large chart depicting iwo jima and the surrounding volcano islands, with maritime soundings and red overprinted military annotations; a broader east asian regional map; and a map of the nansei island chain. the maps exhibit period folding, handling wear, and some edge deterioration consistent with their age and history.* an original japanese photograph album, containing military and civilian group photographs, studio portraits, school-related images, and photographs associated with japanese wartime organizations. trevino specifically describes recovering a photograph album from the room containing two deceased japanese officers.* trevino\u2019s five-page typed eyewitness memoir, dated april 24, 1985, recounting his arrival on iwo jima, cave-clearing operations, encounters with japanese prisoners, the discovery of the underground command complex, and the recovery of the maps and album.documented provenance \u2013 directly from the veteranthe accompanying memoir was personally prepared by e.v. trevino in april 1985 and provides an exceptionally detailed account of the circumstances surrounding the recovery of these artifacts.trevino explicitly states that he personally recovered the items while serving with the 147th infantry regiment on iwo jima.his account includes vivid recollections of the underground fighting, japanese soldiers emerging from caves, the physical conditions inside the tunnels, the recovery of documents, and the psychological effects of combat.he also describes the lasting emotional burden of the war, recalling fallen comrades whose faces and voices remained with him decades later.the narrative concludes with trevino expressing his appreciation that the collection would be preserved by someone who recognized the importance of the pacific war and the contributions of the american soldiers who fought there.historical significancethe battle of iwo jima remains one of the most significant and costly engagements of the pacific war. japanese general tadamichi kuribayashi directed an extensive system of underground fortifications designed to withstand american bombardment and prolong resistance.although the island was officially declared secured in march 1945, american forces continued clearing caves and confronting japanese holdouts for months afterward.this collection provides a rare personal connection to those operations through the firsthand testimony of an american soldier who participated in them.the importance of the grouping lies not only in the japanese maps and photograph album themselves, but in the survival of the veteran\u2019s detailed explanation of precisely how, where, and under what circumstances he obtained them.an exceptional iwo jima bring-back collection, preserved with its original veteran provenance and an unusually detailed firsthand narrative of the discovery of a japanese underground command complex.historical attribution note: identification of the cave complex as general kuribayashi\u2019s headquarters is based on trevino\u2019s 1985 eyewitness account and the information reportedly communicated to his group in 1945. the precise location and headquarters identification have not been independently established. the original memoir accompanies the collection and is an integral part of its provenance."},"estimateMax":10000,"lotNumber":"227A","title":{"en":"wwii iwo jima command hq 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The central item is a dark, possibly leather or faux leather bound album titled 'ALBUM' with Japanese script below, indicating a souvenir or graduation album. Surrounding the album are several paper items, including a large, unfolded map or chart with extensive Japanese text and topographical details. Additional folded and unbound paper documents are also visible, some with handwritten notations in English, suggesting a historical collection from the Iwo Jima campaign.","soldPrice":4600,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:04:52.108Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$4,000 - $10,000","currency":"USD","id":25806,"estimateMin":4000},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25807/019/019.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"imperial japanese army arsenal commemorative postcard album - china incident anniversary, 1937. dark pebbled album with gold (kaik / \"reminiscence\"), red gatehouse graphic, and gold soldier-with-bayonet silhouette; cord-bound through metal eyelets. interior printed dedication identifies (imperial japanese army arsenal) and commemorates the anniversary of the outbreak of the china incident, july shwa 12 (1937), noting production via national defense donations as a service memento. loose japanese insert sheet present. cover edge wear and frayed cord; pages age-toned. album intended for postcards; fullness/contents vary across the many interior photos in the lot."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"227B","title":{"en":"imperial japanese army arsenal commemorative"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25807/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is an Imperial Japanese Army Arsenal commemorative album or booklet. It features a dark blue cover with a red illustration of a fortified gate or building and a gold silhouette of a soldier holding a rifle. Japanese characters are visible in white on the top left of the cover. The album is bound with a visible cord on the right side. The materials are paper and cardstock for the album, likely from the WWII era, serving as a piece of military memorabilia.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:05:51.321Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25807,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25808/020/020.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. coast guard women's reserve (spars) photo album - enlisted 1943 / discharged 1946. dark blue gilt-bordered photo album with cord tassel. title page in white/silver ink: \"u. s. coast guard / women's reserve\" and \"enlisted sept. 3, 1943 / discharged may 18, 1946.\" cover corner rub and scuffs; black pages. owner's name not written on the title page shown; subsequent photos in the lot document the spars service contents. sold as a wwii women's coast guard reserve personal album."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"227C","title":{"en":"u.s. coast guard women's reserve (spars) photo"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25808/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a U.S. Coast Guard Women's Reserve (SPARS) photo album from the World War II era. The album has a dark blue cover adorned with gold-embossed decorative scrollwork along the top and bottom edges. The binding shows some wear, indicating its age and use. The materials are primarily cardboard or a similar sturdy material for the cover, and paper or cardstock pages within for photographs, although the interior content is not visible. This item represents historical memorabilia related to women's service during WWII.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:06:20.859Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25808,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25809/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25809/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25809/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25809/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25809/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25809/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"charles w. lindberg signed iwo jima first flag-raising archive with rr auction coa. signed grouping from corporal charles w. lindberg, e company, 28th marines, 5th marine division-the last survivor of the six who raised the first flag on mount suribachi, 10:30 a.m., 23 february 1945. rosenthal's photograph four hours later became the icon; lindberg's patrol, under 1st lt. harold schrier, put the smaller colors from the transport missoula on the crater first. he is the marine in the foreground of this print, carbine across his knees, helmet on, while the staff goes up behind him. bold felt-tip signature charles w. lindberg across the sky. \n with the 8x10: two typed letters signed, june and july 1988, to collector randall sutherland-e/28/5th, ninth wave, three-quarters of an hour up the mountain, first flag at 10:30, second at 2:30, \"the 1st flag to fly over japanese territory in world war ii, \" flag from the missoula. two signed v-mail reproductions of the same account, headed iwo jima / 3rd plt. e co. 28th regiment. r&r enterprises certificate of authenticity (catalog 306, item 395). photocopies of a minnesota \"charles lindberg week\" proclamation and a commendation letter. photo clean; letters and v-mails crisp; signatures strong. the man who helped raise the first flag on iwo jima, in his own words and on the photograph of that hour."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"227D","title":{"en":"charles w. lindberg signed iwo jima first"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25809/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises documents and a photograph related to Charles W. Lindberg, known for his involvement in Iwo Jima. The central piece is a black and white photograph depicting the first flag raising on Iwo Jima, signed by Charles W. Lindberg. Accompanying this are several paper documents, including a Certificate of Authenticity for the signature, and various letters and V-Mail forms, also seemingly signed. The materials are photographic paper and various forms of paper documents, dating from the World War II period and reflecting historical accounts of the battle.","soldPrice":225,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:07:41.072Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25809,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25810/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25810/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25810/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25810/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25810/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25810/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25810/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25810/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25810/009/009.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"rare stalag luft i (barth) pow newsletter 1 of 1 - \"barth hard times\" liberation issue & 1944 carol service. two camp-printed relics from stalag luft i at barth on the baltic: the last issue of the kriegie newspaper and a handwritten christmas service for 1944. barth hard times, vol. 1 no. 1 last 1, saturday 5 may 1945, price one d-bar. banner russky come! a soviet tank packed with grinning pows rolls through the wire-\"what d'ye know-joe!!\"-drawn as lowell bennet of ins saw the relief. inside: colonel hubert zemke will not write a farewell because he has \"taken a powder\" to treat with the russians; major braithwaite and sgt. korson meet uncle joe five miles south of camp; the kommandant walks away at 1 a.m. on 30 april and leaves the compound to the prisoners; toasts at the gate, hitler pictures in the gutter, cake the burghers would not sell to the ss. editor f/l e.r. inkpen, publisher 1st lt. d. macdonald. camp papers of this kind were printed in handfuls and burned or left behind; only two or possibly three copies of this last (and only) number are recorded. \n with it, stalag luft-1 barth germany / a carol service for christmas day 1944-padre capt. the rev. h.a.m. mitchell of dunedin, new zealand; choir of thirty, orchestra of fifteen, conductor charles grisdale. lessons and carols written out by hand: o little town, the first nowell, hark the herald, we three kings, the bidding, the collect, the benediction. paper thin, pencil and ink, the work of men who still expected another winter behind the wire. \n newspaper with fold wear and a small loss at the lower edge; carol book complete and legible. the last laugh of barth and the christmas they kept before the russians came."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"227E","title":{"en":"rare stalag luft i (barth) pow newsletter 1 of 1"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25810/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This rare lot includes a Stalag Luft I (Barth) POW newsletter titled 'BARTH HARD TIMES' dated Saturday, May 5th, 1945. The newsletter features an editorial, articles, and a cartoon depicting a tank with Russian text and soldiers, under the headline 'RUSSKY COME!'. Also included is a smaller, folded paper program for 'A Carol Service for Christmas Day 1944' from Stalag Luft I, Barth, Germany. Both items are paper-based historical documents from World War II, providing unique insights into the lives of prisoners of war.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.143Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$2,000 - $6,000","currency":"USD","id":25810,"estimateMin":2000},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25811/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25811/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25811/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25811/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25811/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25811/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25811/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25811/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25811/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25811/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25811/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25811/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25811/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25811/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25811/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25811/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25811/017/017.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"collection of 19 original wwii press photos covering the iwo jima battle."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"227F","title":{"en":"rare wwii iwo jima press photo collection"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25811/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare World War II Iwo Jima press photo collection, consisting of approximately 18 black and white photographic prints. Each photograph depicts scenes from the Battle of Iwo Jima, including combat, landscapes, troops, and equipment. The images are typical of press photos from the era, likely intended for publication, and capture various aspects of the intense fighting. The materials are photographic paper, and they serve as historical visual documentation of a pivotal WWII battle.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:09:34.316Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $1,000","currency":"USD","id":25811,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25812/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25812/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25812/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25812/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25812/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25812/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25812/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"col. kalman l. levitan usaf jewish chaplain medal, insignia & uniform group. exceptional and historically significant united states air force chaplain grouping belonging to colonel kalman lionel levitan (1917-2002), a prominent rabbi who completed approximately **30 years of active service in the u.s. navy and u.s. air force** and ultimately served at the senior levels of the american military chaplaincy. the collection is attractively assembled in multiple framed displays and includes colonel levitan's medals and service ribbons, colonel's silver eagle rank insignia, \"u.s.\" insignia, jewish chaplain insignia featuring the tablets of the ten commandments surmounted by the star of david, named **levitan** identification plates, shoulder boards, miniature decorations, full-size medals, and uniform accessories. among the readily identifiable decorations are a **bronze star medal**, **legion of merit**, **purple heart**, and numerous campaign, occupation, service and united nations-related medals and ribbons associated with his lengthy military career; the grouping also includes his blue air force service cap with officer's eagle device and embroidered visor, together with an additional blue overseas/garrison cap bearing rank insignia. of particular importance is the surviving personal identification card reading **\"kalman l. levitan - chaplain, colonel, united states air force, \"** providing direct attribution of the grouping. contemporary records document levitan's air force chaplain service by the early 1950s: the congressional record lists **kalman l. levitan** among officers appointed as air force chaplains in 1952 and later records him as **kalman lionel levitan** in air force promotion material. his career eventually placed him at the forefront of jewish religious affairs within the u.s. military; harvard law school's memorial record states that levitan served on the **department of defense armed forces chaplains board** and spent **nine years as senior jewish chaplain**, advising the chief of air force chaplains on jewish activities. a period issue of *the chaplain* further identifies him as the air force's **special consultant on jewish affairs for the department of defense armed forces chaplains board**, succeeding chaplain joshua goldberg, while another period publication records him serving with the fifth air force as a major. levitan also participated in the interservice development of the **book of worship for united states forces**, joining its hymn task force in 1970 as the air force's jewish representative, an important effort to provide broader religious representation for american service personnel. outside the military, rabbi levitan was an accomplished scholar, writer and bibliophile who studied at yeshiva university, the jewish institute of religion, hebrew union college, harvard law school and columbia university; he later became founder and first chairman of the **miniature book society of america** and assembled a celebrated collection of approximately 2,000 miniature volumes. ([camden lock books][5]) a remarkably complete and visually impressive named grouping representing a distinguished jewish-american military chaplain whose career spanned the formative decades of the united states air force and the development of modern interfaith military ministry. items exhibit age and service wear consistent with period use; please review photographs carefully for condition, exact contents and configuration."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"228","title":{"en":"col. kalman l. levitan usaf jewish chaplain"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25812/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a grouping belonging to Col. Kalman L. Levitan, a US Air Force Jewish Chaplain. The collection includes four framed displays of medals, ribbons, and insignia, along with two pieces of USAF headwear: a garrison cap and a formal peaked cap. The frames showcase various U.S. military medals and ribbons, chaplain insignia (tablets of the law), and rank pins. The materials include metal for medals and insignia, fabric for the caps, and wood and glass for the display frames, representing military artifacts from a post-WWII career.","soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:09:58.597Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25812,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25813/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25813/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25813/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25813/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25813/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"usaaf medal group cased dfc, two bronze stars, pilot wings & boxed campaign medals. large u.s. medal/insignia accumulation (no single named paperwork visible in the overview): cased distinguished flying cross with ribbon bar and lapel pin; two cased bronze stars with bars/pins; blue issue boxes for army good conduct, american campaign, asiatic-pacific, wwii victory, and army of occupation; mounted four-medal bar (american defense, american campaign, asiatic-pacific, wwii victory); additional loose good conduct, victory, and american campaign medals; full-size usaaf pilot wings; staff sergeant chevron; framed presidential unit citation ribbon; assorted ribbon bars with bronze stars and lapel pins. boxes show shelf wear; ribbons toned."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"228A","title":{"en":"usaaf medal group cased dfc, two bronze stars"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25813/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This USAAF medal group includes cased medals, featuring a Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) and two Bronze Stars. The extensive collection comprises numerous military medals, ribbons, and insignia, many presented in their original presentation cases. Visual features include a variety of medal designs, colorful ribbons, winged insignia, and rank patches. The materials are primarily metal for the medals and pins, fabric for the ribbons and patches, and various materials for the cases, likely representing a significant period of service within the U.S. Army Air Forces.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:10:38.046Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - 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air force / feaf scrap book, pacific barong-style knife & insignia carved plaque. exceptional and highly personal world war ii u.s. army air forces pacific theater grouping attributed to michael androsko, who served with the 13th air force, 5th bombardment group, 23rd bomb squadron during the closing campaigns of the war in the pacific. at the heart of the grouping is androsko's substantial wartime scrapbook, its cover mounted with original-style usaaf aviation insignia and a 13th air force patch, preserving an extraordinary assortment of original photographs, documents, captured material, and wartime ephemera accumulated during his overseas service. of particular historical importance are the japanese-language propaganda and psychological-warfare leaflets preserved within the album, including vividly printed material employing dramatic rising-sun imagery, a radio microphone, bold japanese text, and wartime messaging. such leaflets and printed pieces were an important component of the information war fought throughout the pacific, where both japanese and allied forces used printed propaganda, radio appeals, surrender messages, and other psychological-warfare material in attempts to influence troops and civilian populations. surviving examples with direct veteran provenance are especially desirable, and their presence within androsko's untouched wartime scrapbook provides valuable context establishing them as souvenirs actually collected in the pacific theater rather than later additions. the album contains numerous compelling original photographs of b-24 liberator heavy bombers, including aircraft displaying distinctive wartime nose art and names such as \"snow job ii, \" \"iron bird, \" and \"lady luck, \" together with photographs of damaged and serviced aircraft, flight-line activity, aircrews, ground personnel, pacific airfields, religious services, local scenes, and an impressive large-format photograph showing hundreds of servicemen posed around and atop a b-24 in a tropical setting. the 5th bomb group, one of the oldest bombardment organizations in the u.s. military, operated with the 13th air force across the southwest and central pacific and employed the b-24 liberator on long-range missions against japanese airfields, shipping, installations, and oil facilities. the grouping is further enhanced by a remarkable hand-carved wooden 23rd bomb squadron plaque made by androsko in the pacific in 1945, depicting the distinctive squadron figure used on b-24 tail markings. the handwritten inscription on the reverse states: \"this was carved by michael androsko in pacific area during w.w.ii, 1945, while flying with 13th army air force, 5th bomb group, 23rd bomb squadron. this is copy of squadron symbol painted on tails of b-24 bombers. wood is mahogany, \" followed by the poignant instruction \"keep in family.\" also included is a large pacific theater-made knife with carved wooden handle and fitted wooden sheath, apparently retained by androsko as a wartime souvenir. taken together, the original aviation photography, identifiable b-24 nose art, japanese propaganda and psychological-warfare material, theater-made artifacts, and directly attributed carved squadron plaque create an unusually rich visual record of an american airman's service in the pacific. the scrapbook exhibits substantial period wear including edge losses, toning, staining, brittle paper and looseness consistent with an extensively handled wartime album; these characteristics contribute to its authentic, untouched character. please review all photographs carefully for the extensive contents and condition of this historically significant 13th air force archive."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"229","title":{"en":"13th air force / feaf scrap book, pacific"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25814/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a 13th Air Force / FEAF (Far East Air Force) scrapbook from the Pacific theater, along with a carved wooden plaque and a blade with a sheath. The red scrapbook cover is emblazoned with '13 Scrap Book' and various military insignia. The wooden plaque depicts a standing figure in a hat with a staff, while the blade is curved with a wooden handle, accompanied by a wooden sheath tied with rope. This collection represents World War II era military memorabilia, encompassing personal effects and a crafted item, likely from the Pacific campaign.","soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:11:36.389Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25814,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/020/020.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/021/021.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/022/022.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/023/023.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/024/024.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/025/025.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/026/026.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/027/027.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/028/028.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/029/029.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/030/030.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/031/031.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/032/032.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/033/033.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/034/034.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/035/035.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25815/036/036.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii 15th air force b-24 liberator combat scrapbook of capt. volney w. \"bud\" wiggins - pilot of \"flak shak i\" and \"flak shak ii, \" 50 combat missions over ploieti, blechhammer, and the reich, two silver stars, two purple hearts, five air medals offered is an exceptional, named combat photograph album compiled by captain volney w. \"bud\" wiggins, a b-24 liberator pilot who flew with the fifteenth air force out of southern italy in 1944. the album's brown cloth cover, titled in applied lettering \"u.s. army air corps, \" bears an applied painted-leather roundel signed (c) walt disney depicting an impish mouse mascot straddling a camouflaged liberator - insignia art associated with the 345th bombardment squadron, 98th bombardment group. the front pastedown carries a typed and clipped summary crediting wiggins with 85 combat flying missions and 285 combat flying hours between 10 may and 23 september 1944, two silver stars, two purple hearts, and five air medals, followed by a handwritten \"secret / confidential / restricted\" title page signed by the captain himself. no separate published biography of wiggins has been located; his story survives here, in his own captions, clippings, and photographs. the album's narrative power lies in wiggins's running handwritten commentary alongside candid wartime photography. a \"vital statistics\" page charts his path from enlistment on 7 april 1942 through cadet training at santa ana, thunderbird field, and yuma, to his first combat mission on 10 may 1944 and his fiftieth on 23 september 1944, bombing targets in italy, germany, france, romania, bulgaria, yugoslavia, and poland. a dramatic in-flight photograph captioned \"bombs away over ploeti, rumania\" describes the target as a standard oil co. refinery and \"one of the worst targets of the fifteenth air force, \" while another shows a german fighter and a b-24 both going down in flames. cockpit portraits show wiggins in flak helmet and oxygen mask; one caption movingly describes co-pilot mat hall, wounded by me-109 fire over bucharest, removing his own mask to give wiggins oxygen so the ship could stay airborne - hall was later killed flying as co-pilot for another crew when shot down over blechhammer, poland. further pages record battle damage to \"flak shak i\" and \"flak shak ii, \" a flak-punctured tail turret, a shot-up nose and engine cowling, and crashed and burned-out liberators on the field, with captions naming \"three damn good boys\" shot down in flames over northern italy by a bf-109, and ben barbers, killed after completing 48 missions. beyond combat imagery, the album is filled with personal and theater ephemera: candid snapshots from stateside cadet training, sightseeing photographs at the roman colosseum, an original printed program for irving berlin's \"this is the army\" all-soldier musical revue with personal-appearance billing, and several pieces of occupation-era currency (greek drachma, italian lire, and other notes) laid in among the pages. a genuine ordnance arming-wire safety pin retains its printed warning tag, \"pin not to be removed until fuze is about to be placed in bomb.\" condition is fair to good and consistent with heavy wartime handling: the faux-leather cloth binding shows edge wear, chipping, and board loss at the lower spine corner, with non-original replacement binding-post hardware; internal leaves show toning, embrittlement, minor chipping, and handling wear, while the painted disney medallion remains vivid with only mild craquelure and border rubbing; photographs and paper ephemera show light silvering and age-appropriate wear. a superb, named 15th air force combat pilot's album whose blunt, first-person captions on ploieti, flak damage, and lost crewmen bring the air war over southern europe to vivid, personal life."},"estimateMax":4000,"lotNumber":"230","title":{"en":"wwii 15th af b-24 pilot's ploesti combat album"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25815/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII 15th AF B-24 pilot's Ploesti combat album, a historical military artifact. The album has a dark brown cover, likely made of leather or a similar material, with embossed text \"U.S. ARMY Air Corps.\" A central circular image depicts a cartoon character, possibly Woody Woodpecker, riding a bomb atop a B-24 bomber. The cover shows significant wear, including tears and discoloration, consistent with its age and use during the war period.","soldPrice":3400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:12:00.335Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,200 - $4,000","currency":"USD","id":25815,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":80,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25816/019/019.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"named china-burma-india (cbi) theater fighter pilot grouping of 1st lt. john g. eckhoff - numbered republic of china air force pilot wings no. 431, p-40 warhawk gunnery logs, 1945 loping instrument flight certificate, and personal wartime effects this is a rich and personally documented china-burma-india theater grouping named to 1st lt. john g. eckhoff (1921-1977), a usaaf fighter pilot who trained and flew in the pacific and cbi theaters during the closing year of world war ii. at its center is eckhoff's numbered republic of china air force pilot breast badge - the enameled \"blue sky with a white sun\" wing pinned to the notebook it accompanied, its reverse struck with chinese air force headquarters characters and the issue number 431, of the type awarded to american airmen flying alongside chinese forces in the cbi. no separate published biography of eckhoff has been located; his service story survives here directly in his own paperwork, penciled flight logs, and personal wartime keepsakes. eckhoff's surviving a.a.f. form no. 8 places him at apo 278, loping, china, where on 11 september 1945 - days after the japanese surrender - he passed his instrument flight test under maj. stanley c. birkhold, with 1st lt. edmund j. howe as check pilot, confirming his active flying status in china at the very close of the war. his pocket notebooks, signed \"a/c eckhoff, john g., \" record aerial gunnery details from june 1944 in p-40k-15cu, p-40n-5cu, and p-40n-20cu warhawks and an ra-24b, logging rounds fired and hits scored, alongside handwritten instructional notes on spins, traffic patterns, and landing technique - the working shorthand of a pilot refining his fighter skills. a pencil sketch labeled \"craig field\" diagrams the runways, tower height, and parking apron of his stateside training base in alabama. a wartime photograph shows eckhoff standing beside a pair of ornate ceramic urns, likely encountered during his china posting. the grouping is anchored by the numbered chinese pilot wing, which retains its enamel sunburst and reverse mounting posts with expected light brass patina. the a.a.f. form no. 8 instrument certificate is complete and legible with period ink signatures, showing toning and a water stain to one corner. two pocket notebooks - a \"fighting man's note book\" and a \"commander\" pocket notebook - hold dense pencil entries on gunnery and flight training. a brass pilot's whistle on its original split ring, a blue felt army air forces patch, and a gold-embossed brown leather wallet stamped \"john g. eckhoff\" with celluloid photo sleeves complete the personal effects. also included are a war department basic field manual/soldier's handbook, a period snapshot of eckhoff, a photocopied newspaper obituary confirming his 1977 death in a civil air patrol search-mission crash in colorado, and a run of wartime greeting cards - christmas, valentine, birthday, and \"season's greetings\" designs decorated with p-40s and bombers, including one christmas card inscribed \"from dad\" wishing him \"happy landings.\" condition throughout is very good for the period, with mild edge wear, handling creases, and toning to the paper items consistent with wartime use and decades of private keeping; the wallet shows slight surface creasing and the notebooks expected spine and cover wear. a compact but evocative named cbi fighter pilot archive whose numbered chinese wing, dated loping instrument certificate, and penciled warhawk gunnery logs together preserve one american airman's service on the ground and in the air at the very end of the war in china."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"231","title":{"en":"named cbi p-40 pilot grouping, with chinese wing"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25816/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":80,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a named grouping of memorabilia belonging to a CBI (China Burma India) P-40 pilot, including a Chinese wing insignia. The collection comprises various paper documents, pamphlets, and photographs, some related to the U.S. Army and air corps. Notable items include multiple illustrated greeting cards with aviation themes, black and white photographs, and booklets like 'The Fighting Man's Note Book.' This grouping offers a personal and historical insight into an American pilot's service in the CBI theater during a mid-20th century conflict, likely World War II.","soldPrice":250,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:13:20.336Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$600 - 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and deeply personal world war ii airborne archive documenting the service of sgt. fred w. freeland, army serial no. 18106903, a paratrooper of the famed 505th parachute infantry regiment, 82nd airborne division. freeland is documented on wartime material in this collection as serving with headquarters company, 2nd battalion, 505th infantry, while surviving unit rosters and 505th records identify him later with company d, 505th parachute infantry regiment. he was ultimately killed in action in belgium on january 3, 1945, during the regiment's bitter fighting in the ardennes, and is recorded as a recipient of the combat infantryman badge and purple heart. us war memorials \n the collection contains an outstanding assemblage of original wartime correspondence, v-mail, envelopes, photographs, newspaper clippings, 505th parachute infantry material, and related personal effects that together form a remarkable firsthand record of one soldier's progression from airborne training through combat overseas. among the most compelling pieces is a 1942 \"static line\" newspaper of the 505th parachute infantry at fort benning, prominently featuring the regiment's celebrated jumping boxer dog \"max\" and a photograph of then-col. james m. gavin, the future commanding general of the 82nd airborne division. the 505th was activated at fort benning in july 1942 under gavin, becoming one of the most storied american airborne regiments of the war. it made its first combat jump in sicily in july 1943, later fought in italy, jumped into normandy on d-day, participated in operation market garden in holland, and was rushed into belgium during the battle of the bulge. the army historical foundation \n the correspondence provides unusually intimate insight into freeland's wartime experience. an original 505th parachute infantry letterhead letter dated february 19, 1943 was written while he was still stateside and references life at fort bragg, a fellow soldier recovering from a serious injury, and freeland's purchase of a camera, noting that he hoped to take photographs of \"major gavin.\" later v-mail and correspondence trace his overseas service, including a may 23, 1943 letter from north africa, in which he explains that censorship prevents him from revealing his exact location, and later correspondence from europe. one especially evocative handwritten letter, written from france, describes being back in the country, living in buildings again for the first time in months, the cold weather, and his desire for warm clothing from home. another v-mail dated december 5, 1943 was written from italy, while additional wartime correspondence continues into late 1944. together, these letters provide a direct personal narrative of the life of an american paratrooper as the 505th moved from training in the united states to the mediterranean and ultimately into western europe. \n the photographic portion is equally compelling, containing numerous original snapshots of airborne personnel, military vehicles, parachute training, deployed parachutes, and the famous 505th mascot max, shown with paratroopers in multiple images. contemporary newspaper material included in the collection chronicles max as the \"jumping boxer dog\" of the 505th, noting his parachute training and association with the regiment, adding an unusual and highly visual dimension to the archive. also included are wartime newspaper clippings, copies and originals of articles concerning the 505th, camp mackall paratrooper material, military mailing envelopes and v-mail covers, address-change documentation, and two period woven or braided straps/leads with metal clips. \n of particular historical significance are the documents linking freeland directly to the 505th and the unit's combat history. the 505th's wartime record included sicily, italy, normandy, holland, and the ardennes, and it received presidential unit citations for its actions in normandy and holland. freeland survived several of the regiment's major campaigns before being killed in belgium on january 3, 1945, at only 22 years of age. contemporary and later records identify him as a colorado serviceman and member of the 505th pir. us army divisions - wwii \n a powerful, unusually complete and historically important named 82nd airborne paratrooper archive, preserving not merely documents from a famous unit but the personal wartime story of one of its soldiers from training through overseas combat and ultimately his death during the battle of the bulge. the combination of original letters, unit publications, photographs, v-mail, wartime newspaper coverage, named documentation and material relating to james gavin and the 505th's famous mascot makes this an exceptional research and display collection for the advanced collector of wwii airborne, 82nd airborne division, 505th pir, d-day, market garden or battle of the bulge material. condition varies throughout as expected from original wartime paper artifacts, with age toning, folds, edge wear, handling marks and occasional tears; please review all photographs for individual condition and contents."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"232","title":{"en":"rare 505th pir kia archive: max jump dog handler"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25817/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This rare archive belongs to a 505th PIR (Parachute Infantry Regiment) KIA (Killed In Action) soldier who was a 'max jump dog handler.' The collection consists of numerous personal letters and envelopes, many with postage stamps and handwritten addresses. Also included are a significant number of black and white photographs depicting military life, soldiers, and dogs. Two coiled fabric leashes are present, along with various paper documents and newspaper clippings. This substantial archive provides a poignant and detailed personal account from a paratrooper during a 20th-century conflict, likely World War II, offering insights into his service and personal life.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.145Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$2,000 - $6,000","currency":"USD","id":25817,"estimateMin":2000},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25818/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25818/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25818/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25818/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25818/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25818/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"sgt. timothy j. hurley personal papers - pay record 37333722, new guinea guide & son's letters. companion/related hurley paper grouping named to timothy j. / t. j. hurley. soldier's individual pay record handwritten \"hurley, t. j.\" with serial \"37333722\" (heavy staining); pocket guide to new guinea named \"t. j. hurley\"; child's letters to \"dear daddy\" signed tim (one dated feb. 23, 1945); photo wallet with woman and boy; fort dix and artillery postcards; denver city/county mail to timothy john hurley, 732 bellaire; light blue card noting sgt. timothy j. hurley. field wear to pay record and guide. pacific service indicated by new guinea guide."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"233","title":{"en":"sgt. timothy j. hurley personal papers - pay"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25818/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot contains the personal papers of Sgt. Timothy J. Hurley, including documents related to his pay. The collection features handwritten letters, likely from family, and a 'Soldier's Individual Pay Record' booklet. Also present are several photographs, including one of a woman and child, and others depicting military scenes such as soldiers with artillery or vehicles. A pocket guide titled 'A Pocket Guide to New Guinea' suggests his service in the Pacific theater. This grouping provides a personal look into a soldier's life and service during a 20th-century conflict.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.147Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$90 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25818,"estimateMin":90},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25819/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25819/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25819/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25819/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25819/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25819/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25819/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25819/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25819/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"soviet wwii six-medal mount - for courage, stalingrad, victory over germany & jubilees. single pentagonal-ribbon bar mounting six soviet awards (left to right as shown): medal for courage ( ) with aircraft/tank, grey/blue ribbon, red enamel worn; defense of stalingrad; victory over germany 1941-1945 (stalin profile, st. george ribbon); twenty years of victory 1945-1965 jubilee; liberation of belgrade; 30 years of the soviet army and navy 1918-1948 (red enamel star with lenin/stalin). age patina and ribbon fading."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"234","title":{"en":"soviet wwii six-medal mount - for courage"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25819/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a Soviet WWII six-medal mount, specifically awarded \"for courage\" and commemorating victory. The medals are suspended from striped ribbons in various color combinations, indicating different awards. Individual medals depict themes such as a tank with the inscription 'ЗА ОТВАГУ' (For Courage), a soldier with 'ОБОРОНА СТАЛИНГРАДА' (Defense of Stalingrad), a portrait with 'НАШЕ ДЕЛО ПРАВОЕ МЫ ПОБЕДИЛИ' (Our Cause is Right We Were Victorious), and others marking '1945-1965' and 'Освобождение Праги' (Liberation of Prague). The collection is presented against a black background with a red label stating 'SOVIET WW II'. These medals are a historical representation of Soviet military honors from World War II.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:15:29.605Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25819,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25820/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25820/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25820/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25820/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25820/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25820/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25820/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25820/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25820/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25820/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"full catalog title: luftwaffe leutnant gerhard tempel document group fw200. luftwaffe leutnant gerhard tempel document group - ek ii citation (sperrle), soldbuch, flugbuch & ostmedaille. this luftwaffe grouping is named to leutnant gerhard tempel. framed citation awards the eisernes kreuz 2. klasse, dated 30 april 1943, signed generalfeldmarschall hugo sperrle (chef der luftflotte 3 und befehlshaber west) with luftwaffe stamp; framed ek2 with combatant ribbon. also: luftwaffen-flugzeugfuehrerschein (pilot license booklet); soldbuch; ostmedaille (winterschlacht im osten 1941/42) award document dated 19 september 1942 (oberst / lufttransportfuehrer stamp); flugbuch. punch holes suggest binder storage; expected yellowing/wear. sold as named document/medal group; further flight details reside in the flugbuch interiors among the lot photos."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"235","title":{"en":"luftwaffe leutnant gerhard tempel document group"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25820/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This document group pertains to Luftwaffe Leutnant Gerhard Tempel, containing framed and unframed military papers. The framed item includes a medal, possibly an Iron Cross 2nd Class, with its red and white ribbon, alongside a document titled 'Im Namen des Fuhrers und Obersten Befehlshabers der Wehrmacht.' Unframed documents include a 'Luftwaffen-Flugzeugfuhrerschein' (Luftwaffe Pilot's License), a 'Soldbuch' (pay book), and another document acknowledging 'DIE MEDAILLE WINTERSCHLACHT IM OSTEN 1941/42 (OSTMEDAILLE) VERLIEHEN WORDEN.' A 'Flugbuch' (flight log) is also present. This collection of German military documents and a medal offers insight into the service of a Luftwaffe officer during World War II.","soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:16:24.160Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25820,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25821/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"full catalog title: nasa space medals with distinguished service-type neck medal. impressive collection of nasa medals, decorations, miniature medals, and related award pieces, accompanied by evans e. kerrigan's scarce reference work the nasa space medals: the medals and awards of the national aeronautics and space administration for achievements in the exploration of outer space, published in 1990. the group presents a broad visual survey of nasa's civilian honor-award system, established to recognize exceptional service, leadership, scientific and engineering achievement, bravery, public service, and contributions to america's space program. nasa's formal honor awards have included such distinctions as the distinguished service medal, distinguished public service medal, outstanding leadership medal, exceptional service medal, exceptional achievement medal, exceptional scientific and engineering achievement medals, exceptional bravery medal, equal employment opportunity medal, and space flight medal, among others. \n dominating the collection is a large, highly decorative neck-worn nasa medal suspended from a broad striped ribbon, accompanied by an assortment of full-size and miniature suspension medals displaying numerous nasa insignia and award designs. several examples feature the familiar nasa orbit, spacecraft, stars, scientific, engineering, and administrative motifs used throughout the agency's medallic program. nasa considers its distinguished service medal its highest honor for federal employees, awarded for extraordinary contributions to the agency's mission, while specialized medals recognize achievements in fields ranging from spaceflight and engineering to leadership and bravery. \n the accompanying kerrigan volume is particularly appropriate to the group and is itself a recognized specialist reference devoted specifically to nasa medals and decorations. published by medallic publishing co. in 1990, the 68-page work documents the development and varieties of the awards created during the american space age. bookscouter together, the medals and reference book form an attractive and unusually comprehensive display collection illustrating the award system developed alongside nasa's historic programs from the mercury, gemini and apollo era through later space exploration. \n the medals exhibit varying finishes, ribbon patterns, and construction styles and appear to represent multiple periods and types within the nasa award series. no recipient attribution, presentation documentation, or individual award provenance accompanies the group; therefore the medals are offered as collectible nasa medallic examples rather than as documented recipient-awarded decorations. this distinction is particularly important with nasa medals, as officially presented examples with recipient engraving and direct provenance command a substantially different level of historical significance. an excellent collection for the specialist in nasa, apollo-era memorabilia, u.s. space exploration, government decorations, medallic art, or aerospace history. please examine all photographs carefully for individual medal types, ribbon configurations, manufacture, condition, and completeness."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"235A","title":{"en":"nasa space medals with distinguished service-type"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25821/view","tags":["uscollectibles_scientific","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a collection of NASA space medals, including distinguished service-type awards. The items consist of multiple medals, many with blue, white, and red striped ribbons, and feature various space-related designs such as astronaut helmets, stars, and planetary motifs. Prominently displayed are two long-ribboned medals with intricate central medallions, one featuring a green and white enameled star-like design. The collection is accompanied by a softcover book titled 'The NASA SPACE MEDALS' by Duane R. Kerrigan, depicting a rocket launch on its cover, which serves as a guide to the medals and awards of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.","soldPrice":650,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:17:28.966Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25821,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25822/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25822/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"large u.s. pre-wwii / \"banana wars\" campaign medal collection - approx. 38 medals. accumulation of approximately 38 u.s. campaign/service medals and five ribbon bars spanning civil war through early 20th-century expeditions: civil war campaign (lincoln); indian wars; spanish campaign / spanish war service / army of cuban occupation; philippine campaign; china relief expedition 1900; mexican service and mexican border service; haitian campaign; dominican campaign 1916; nicaraguan campaign; yangtze service; marine corps expeditionary; plus a small lapel pin. bronze planchets with variously aged silk ribbons. these are all modern display medals typically available for display at vfw, american legion, etc. these are not period-named examples."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"236","title":{"en":"large u.s. pre-wwii / \"banana wars\" campaign"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25822/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This large collection consists of U.S. pre-WWII and 'Banana Wars' campaign medals. The lot displays numerous individual medals, each suspended from a distinctively colored ribbon, with various emblems and designs on the medal face. The medals are arranged in rows, showcasing a wide array of campaign service, highlighting different periods and engagements leading up to and including the 'Banana Wars' era of American military intervention in Central America and the Caribbean. This extensive assortment offers a historical overview of early 20th-century U.S. military service honors.","soldPrice":225,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:18:04.625Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25822,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25823/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25823/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25823/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25823/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25823/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"large assorted u.s. decoration accumulation - approx. 96 medals incl. legion of merit neck badges. approx. 96 loose full-size u.s. decorations/service medals laid out for display (not a documented single-veteran group): legion of merit commander and chief commander neck badges plus officer/legionnaire grades; silver stars; bronze stars; multiple dfcs and air medals; wwii victory, american, eame, asiatic-pacific, korea, vietnam, occupation, ndsm, commendations, good conduct (multi-branch), armed forces reserve, humanitarian service; nasa exceptional service medal; examples consistent with dsc and navy cross forms. this is a modern display collection."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"237","title":{"en":"large assorted u.s. decoration accumulation"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25823/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a large accumulation of assorted U.S. decorations, encompassing a wide range of military medals and ribbons. The collection includes full-size medals with their accompanying colorful ribbons, as well as several miniature medals and a few distinctive devices. The designs on the medals vary greatly, indicating different awards for bravery, service, and campaigns across various branches of the U.S. military. This extensive and diverse grouping represents a comprehensive collection of American military honors and decorations from different periods.","soldPrice":850,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:19:17.615Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,000","currency":"USD","id":25823,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25824/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25824/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25824/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25824/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25824/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"mixed u.s. & foreign medal / insignia accumulation - wwi victory medals, croix-de-guerre style crosses & ph miniatures. approx. 50 mixed medals, pins, and ribbons: multiple u.s. wwi victory medals (about seven) and one wwii victory; bronze crosses with crossed swords consistent with croix de guerre form; usmc-style crosses with ega; eagle/wreath pins; five miniature purple heart enamel pins; octagonal bronze medals; assorted loose ribbons and bars; 1914-1918 commemorative with ship/fortress. varying patina; many ribbons detached. not named as a single group. sold as found."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"237A","title":{"en":"mixed u.s. & foreign medal / insignia"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25824/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a collection of mixed U.S. and foreign medals and insignia. The items are military and commemorative in genre, with a subject matter focused on military honors and service. Dating appears to range from the early to mid-20th century, given the styles of some medals. Materials include various metals for the medals and crosses, and fabric for the accompanying ribbons. Notable visual features include several crosses with four arms, round medallions, various colorful striped ribbons, and a grouping of similarly designed bronze-toned medals depicting a figure with wings and a globe, likely World War I or World War II era.","soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:19:55.190Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25824,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"available":false,"description":{"en":"withdrawn"},"estimateMax":20,"lotNumber":"237B","title":{"en":"withdrawn"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25825/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a large accumulation of U.S. military ribbon bars, presented across four white boards. The genre is military insignia and memorabilia, with the subject matter being military service and commendations. While specific dates are not provided, the extensive collection suggests a span likely from the mid-20th century onwards. The ribbon bars are made of fabric with various colors and patterns, mounted on the boards. Notable visual features include the dense arrangement of numerous distinct ribbon bars, showcasing a wide array of U.S. military awards, some with small attached devices, offering a broad representation of service history.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.149Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$10 - $20","currency":"USD","id":25825,"estimateMin":10},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"available":false,"description":{"en":"withdrawn"},"estimateMax":20,"lotNumber":"237C","title":{"en":"withdrawn"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25826/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot consists of 20 U.S. military presentation medal cases. The items are storage accessories for military awards, falling under the genre of military memorabilia. The subject matter relates to the proper presentation and safekeeping of medals. While specific dates are not given, the style suggests mid to late 20th-century use. The cases are constructed from materials like cardboard or hardboard, covered with fabric (likely faux leather or paper), in dark blue and gray colors. Notable visual features include gilt lettering on some cases, identifying medals such as the \"BRONZE STAR MEDAL\" and \"SELECTIVE SERVICE MEDAL,\" and the recurring phrase \"UNITED STATES OF AMERICA\" on many of them, often bordered with a repeating geometric pattern.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.151Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$10 - $20","currency":"USD","id":25826,"estimateMin":10},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25827/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25827/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25827/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25827/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25827/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25827/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25827/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii dick tracy - chester gould original dedicated art to 43rd div. friend - uniform. incredible collection including original signed artwork from famed dick tracy artist chester gould. gould dedicated this piece to his lifelong friend, walter manske. walter served with the 43rd div. 103rd reg. co e. throughout all of its major campaigns. he appears to have been wounded around june of 1944, and was discharged in august of 1945. includes his 4-pocket dress uniform, cased purple heart, small jack knife, and full-color drawing framed, by chester gould. period chester gould comic art is quite rare. attributed - dedicated pieces from this period are extremely scarce. this lot is accompanied by an extensive letter of provenance by a surviving family member. the letter details the friendship between gould and manske."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"237D","title":{"en":"wwii dick tracy - chester gould original"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25827/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a WWII U.S. Army uniform belonging to Walter Manske, accompanied by an original Chester Gould Dick Tracy cartoon. The uniform is a military tunic from the World War II period, made of olive drab wool or similar fabric, adorned with rank insignia (Staff Sergeant chevrons) and service ribbons. The cartoon, an original drawing in ink and color, depicts Dick Tracy alongside another character, with a personalized message: \"WE WON'T LET YOU FORGET US WALT!\". Also included is a cased Purple Heart medal. Notable visual features of the uniform include a shoulder patch, collar insignia, and a distinctive brass Purple Heart in its original wooden case.","soldPrice":750,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:21:32.399Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - 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named world war i imperial german aviation archive associated with oberleutnant erich homburg (1886-1954), an important german aerial reconnaissance officer and commander of flieger-abteilung (lb) 269, who was awarded the pour le merite on october 13, 1918. the group brings together homburg's aviation-related uniform, aerial reconnaissance material, photographs, ephemera, and a striking imperial german beobachterabzeichen, forming an unusually cohesive archive connected to the development and operational use of military aerial photography during the first world war. homburg was associated with long-range observation and photographic reconnaissance, a field that became increasingly vital as aerial imagery was used to record trench systems, roads, artillery positions, railways, fortifications, and changing battlefield conditions. \n central to the collection is a named soennecken schnellhefter \"fliegerbilder\" binder, marked \"e. homburg, \" containing operational aerial reconnaissance photographs and related material. visible examples bear period annotations and photographic data, including 1917-1918 dates, altitude references, locations, and crew or photographic notations. these images are particularly evocative survivals of the technical side of wartime aviation, illustrating how german aircrews systematically photographed and interpreted the front from above. also present are period aviation photographs and postcards, including sanke portrait cards of leutnant max mueller, no. 552, and leutnant wolff, no. 542, together with photographs of german military aircraft and an original aerial view dated 12 september 1918. \n a major component of the archive is the accompanying imperial german officer's tunic, constructed in light field-gray/stone-gray cloth with contrasting piping and period officer appointments. the standing collar retains dark facing panels with officer-grade collar insignia, while the shoulders carry officer shoulder boards with red underlay and aviation-related insignia. the front is closed by a full row of matching imperial-pattern buttons, with additional matching buttons at the cuffs. fine contrasting piping traces the front closure and collar line. a ribbon for the iron cross 2nd class is worn through the upper buttonhole, a typical period method of displaying the decoration in service dress. most notably, the left breast bears an imperial german observer's qualification badge, or beobachterabzeichen, of the classic first world war type, featuring the imperial crown above a wreath and a central red-enamel square containing the distinctive black-and-white checkerboard device. surviving period examples of this imperial observer badge are known in silver and silvered metal with multicolored enamel and were worn by qualified aerial observers. emedals \n the uniform itself is an especially compelling display piece because it connects the photographic and documentary material to the visual identity of an imperial german aviation officer. the shoulder boards display winged propeller devices, reinforcing the aviation association, while the collar insignia, piping, button configuration, and high-standing collar are all consistent with the officer dress styles of the imperial german army during the first world war. the tunic shows honest age and service wear, including scattered staining, surface soiling, and areas of discoloration, all consistent with a century-old textile and contributing to its untouched appearance. \n the collection also includes period portrait photographs, including an image of a highly decorated german aviation officer wearing the pour le merite and multiple decorations, as well as additional photographs of aircraft, aviation personnel, and reconnaissance-related subjects. together with the \"fliegerbilder\" binder and homburg attribution, these materials form an important documentary grouping illustrating the operational intersection of aviation, reconnaissance, photography, and command during the final years of the war. \n the imperial german observer badge displayed on the tunic is of the characteristic pattern comprising a crowned wreath surrounding the red-enamel signal square with black-and-white checkerboard center; comparable period examples are documented in both silver and silvered brass construction. emedals the exact maker of the present badge has not been established from the photographs provided and should be determined from reverse markings, if any, before cataloging it more specifically. \n a highly desirable and visually impressive named imperial german aviation grouping, combining uniform, qualification insignia, aerial reconnaissance photography, named archival material, aircraft photographs, sanke cards, and period ephemera associated with erich homburg and flieger-abteilung (lb) 269. the group has considerable research potential and would make an outstanding centerpiece for an advanced collection of world war i aviation, german fliegertruppe, aerial reconnaissance, imperial german uniforms, pour le merite recipients, or military photography. paper material and photographs range from good to very good with expected handling wear, folds, edge wear, toning, and age-related imperfections; the badge retains attractive detail and enamel; the tunic exhibits staining, soiling, and age wear as photographed. buyer should review all images carefully for full contents, condition, and completeness."},"estimateMax":8000,"lotNumber":"238","title":{"en":"wwi erich homburg archive - fliegerbilder binder"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25828/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWI German Erich Homburg archive, primarily featuring a fliegerbilder binder. The central piece is a World War I German military tunic, likely for an officer, made of a light-colored wool or linen blend, with distinctive collar and shoulder piping. The archive includes an accompanying paper booklet titled \"Fliegerbilder,\" and several period photographs depicting early aircraft and a portrait of Erich Homburg. The subject matter is WWI German aviation history and personal military effects. Notable visual features on the tunic include a medal ribbon on the breast, a button-front closure, and intricate collar details, complementing the historical paper items.","soldPrice":3200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:22:30.855Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$4,000 - $8,000","currency":"USD","id":25828,"estimateMin":4000},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25829/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25829/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25829/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25829/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25829/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25829/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25829/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25829/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25829/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25829/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25829/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25829/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25829/013/013.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwi french lafayette flying corps uniform - atributed. impressive world war i french aviation uniform group attributed to joe stehlin, an american aviator associated with the lafayette flying corps, comprising a horizon-blue (bleu horizon) wool tunic with matching breeches/trousers and side cap. the tunic is cut in the characteristic french wartime style and retains a striking combination of aviation and branch insignia reflecting the fluid organization of the french aeronautique militaire during the first world war. the scarlet collar tabs bear artillery branch insignia, rather than dedicated aviation devices. this is not inherently inconsistent with aviation service, as the french military aviation arm developed administratively from the army and personnel could retain or wear insignia reflecting their parent branch or earlier service while assigned to flying units. \n the tunic features period aviation-associated insignia and decorations, including a french military pilot's brevet badge mounted on the left breast above a three-place ribbon bar. the ribbons are consistent in appearance with french and allied awards of the period, including a red ribbon associated with the legion d'honneur, a green-and-red ribbon consistent with the croix de guerre, and a blue field with white stars and red-white edging associated with the lafayette flying corps. the tunic also retains aviation-pattern buttons and wartime rank/service insignia to the sleeves. the matching bleu horizon trousers display the distinctive red lateral stripe, or lampasse, while the matching side cap carries a winged-propeller aviation device. \n the presence of artillery collar insignia should be understood within the broader historical context of the french air arm. during world war i, the aeronautique militaire was still an element of the french army rather than an independent air force, and many pilots, observers, and aviation officers came from established branches such as artillery, cavalry, and infantry. artillery personnel were particularly important to early aviation because aerial observation and reconnaissance were closely tied to artillery spotting and fire correction. as a result, mixed branch and aviation insignia are encountered on period uniforms and do not, by themselves, conflict with aviation service. \n this group is attributed to lafayette flying corps aviator joe stehlin. his medals, documents, and additional associated material were reportedly sold separately prior to the present offering, and the uniform itself is not named or internally identified. accordingly, the attribution should be considered provenance-based rather than established solely by markings within the garments. even so, the combination of bleu horizon uniforming, aviation insignia, pilot brevet, ribbon bar, and wartime branch insignia makes this a particularly evocative surviving example of french military aviation dress from the first world war. \n the uniform displays expected age and service wear, including scattered staining, toning, minor soiling, and general textile wear consistent with its age. insignia and ribbons show period wear and oxidation as photographed. an excellent display and research grouping for collectors of world war i aviation, french aeronautique militaire, lafayette escadrille/lafayette flying corps material, french uniforms, and early military flight history. buyer should review all photographs carefully for exact insignia, construction, condition, and completeness. includes sidecap, but this may have come from a different group."},"estimateMax":4000,"lotNumber":"239","title":{"en":"wwi french lafayette flying corps uniform"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25829/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a WWI French Lafayette Flying Corps uniform tunic. The garment is a light blue-grey wool or similar fabric, dating from the World War I period. It features a distinctive red stand-up collar with ornate gold-colored embroidery. The subject matter is military aviation history, specifically related to American volunteers in the French Air Service. Notable visual features include a pilot's wing badge above the left breast pocket, several service ribbons, and rank chevrons on the sleeves. The tunic is adorned with dark-colored, possibly metal, buttons down the front and on the pocket flaps.","soldPrice":2200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:23:16.919Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$2,000 - $4,000","currency":"USD","id":25829,"estimateMin":2000},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25830/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25830/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25830/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25830/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25830/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25830/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25830/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25830/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"imperial prussian enlisted waffenrock dress tunic of the 3. brandenburgisches infanterie-regiment \"graf tauentzien von wittenberg\" nr. 20, with chain-stitched flaming grenade and numeral \"20\" shoulder straps and heraldic prussian eagle collar buttons, circa 1895-1914 offered here is a dark blue wool enlisted man's waffenrock attributed to the 3. brandenburgisches infanterie-regiment nr. 20, a prussian foot regiment garrisoned at wittenberg under iii army corps. the tunic is immediately identifiable by its yellow shoulder straps, each bearing a red flaming grenade above the chain-stitched numeral \"20,\" the specific regimental distinction of this brandenburg unit, paired with brass heraldic prussian eagle buttons at the standing collar. the combination of insignia is consistent with a gefreiter or junior nco candidate's dress coat. the wearer is unidentified, and no separate biography or paper trail accompanies the piece; its story is told entirely through the surviving insignia and construction. the \"bunter rock, \" or colorful dress coat, was the standard parade and garrison uniform of the imperial german infantryman in the decades before the first world war, worn with pride at reviews, ceremonies, and off-duty occasions even as it was gradually withdrawn from active field use following the 1910 adoption of feldgrau service dress. regiment nr. 20 carried a long lineage within the prussian army, its brandenburg heritage and \"graf tauentzien von wittenberg\" honorific commemorating the napoleonic-era prussian general for whom it was named. by august 1914, tunics of this style had already been retired to depot storage or private keeping, making surviving examples with such vividly colored, intact insignia a tangible link to the last generation of imperial soldiers to serve in old-style parade dress before the war that ended it for good. the tunic is constructed of dark blue wool with red piping to the front placket, standing collar, cuffs, and rear skirt vents, black facings to the collar and cuffs, and seven brass eagle-motif buttons closing the front, with additional brass buttons securing the rear skirt pleats. both shoulder straps are intact and vividly colored, chain-stitched in red wool thread with the flaming grenade device over the numeral \"20.\" the standing collar retains its pair of brass heraldic prussian eagle buttons. the interior is finished in a dark satin-weave lining with pale contrasting underarm shields, showing age toning, perspiration discoloration, and faint faded ink stamps within the sleeve lining consistent with period depot or inspection marks. condition is very good for an antique wool dress tunic of this age: the blue body and yellow straps remain bright and vibrant, with light surface soiling and minor scuff marks to the reverse left shoulder blade. one front closure button is detached and hangs loose at the lower placket, its wire eye exposed, and there is fraying with fabric separation to the upper inner collar edge and the lining's hanging loop. the garment is offered as the single tunic shown, with no accompanying cap, trousers, or accoutrements. a colorful, well-marked survivor of imperial germany's last peacetime parade dress, its regimental grenade straps and eagle buttons preserving the identity of brandenburg's infanterie-regiment nr. 20 on the eve of the great war."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"240","title":{"en":"prussian ir 20 waffenrock, flaming grenade straps"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25830/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a Prussian IR 20 Waffenrock (tunic) with flaming grenade straps, dating from the pre-WWI to early WWI period. The uniform is a dark blue wool or similar fabric, characterized by a stiff standing collar and a row of gilded buttons down the front. The subject matter is German Imperial military uniforms and regalia. Notable visual features include the striking red piping along the front closure and cuffs, yellow shoulder straps with visible insignia (flaming grenades), and a black collar. The tunic's tailored fit and formal appearance are typical of parade or dress uniforms of the era.","soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:24:27.307Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25830,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25831/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25831/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25831/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25831/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25831/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25831/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25831/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25831/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25831/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25831/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25831/011/011.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwi imperial german luftstreitkraefte leutnant's double-breasted feldgrau tunic with gilt winged-propeller shoulder boards numbered \"8,\" attributed to flieger-abteilung 8 offered here is a privately tailored feldgrau field tunic worn by a leutnant of the imperial german fliegertruppe/luftstreitkraefte, its shoulder boards each mounted with a gilt winged-propeller device above an applied numeral \"8\" - insignia consistent with service in flieger-abteilung 8 or its replacement/training unit, flieger-ersatz-abteilung 8. german military aviation expanded rapidly after 1914, initially organized as the fliegertruppe and reorganized as the luftstreitkraefte in october 1916, drawing officers transferred from infantry, cavalry, and artillery regiments who were required to purchase their own service dress from civilian tailors rather than draw it from government stores. the trim, double-breasted \"kleiner rock\" seen here - cut close and practical for cockpit wear - became a favored alternative to the stiffer m1910/m1915 pattern coats among flying officers. the hellblau (light blue) branch color on the collar tabs, edged in contrasting red waffenfarbe piping, together with the gilt winged-propeller badges and numeral \"8\" on silver-bullion leutnant's shoulder boards, ties the wearer to the reconnaissance and artillery-spotting feldflieger-abteilungen that formed the backbone of german aerial observation before the rise of dedicated jagdstaffeln. two hand-sewn thread loops on the left breast, sized to mount a flugzeugfuehrerabzeichen (pilot's badge) or an iron cross 1st class, suggest the owner held or anticipated such a qualification or decoration, though the badge itself does not survive with the coat. the tunic is fashioned from fine feldgrau wool, double-breasted with two columns of six silver-toned domed buttons, red piping tracing the front closure and pointed cuffs, and a stand collar faced in hellblau wool edged in red cord with a metal button at each side. both shoulder boards are intact, original, and securely mounted, worked in chevroned silver-bullion cord over a hellblau underlay, each bearing the gilded winged-propeller badge of the flying branch above an applied gilt numeral \"8.\" the interior retains its original dark sateen lining, with cream twill sleeve/underarm linings showing expected perspiration toning and light age discoloration. the lot consists of the tunic alone; no shoulder straps, headgear, or accompanying paperwork are present. condition is very good to fine overall: the wool body retains strong color and even nap with only light scattered surface flecking and a few small thread snags near the front placket, the collar tabs and shoulder boards remain securely affixed and undamaged, the metal fittings show only age-appropriate dulling, and the lining shows honest creasing and toning consistent with a century of storage but no significant tearing or heavy moth tracking. a well-preserved and visually striking imperial german aviation officer's tunic whose numbered, winged-propeller shoulder boards offer a tangible and immediate link to the pioneering officers of the wartime fliegertruppe."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"241","title":{"en":"wwi german aviation officer's tunic, abt 8"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25831/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWI German Aviation Officer's Tunic from Abt. 8. The tunic is a grey wool or similar fabric, featuring a double-breasted design with two rows of bright silver-colored buttons. It dates from the World War I period, representing German military aviation history. The subject matter is military uniform and insignia. Notable visual features include a distinctive light blue collar with red piping, matching red piping along the front closure and cuffs, and subtle shoulder board attachments. The overall design emphasizes a sharp, formal military appearance characteristic of officer attire.","soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:24:50.791Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$800 - $2,000","currency":"USD","id":25831,"estimateMin":800},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25832/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25832/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25832/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25832/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25832/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25832/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25832/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25832/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25832/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25832/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25832/011/011.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwi usas/rfc 'toronto group' officer's uniform grouping named to 1st lt. r. b. crawford - service tunic, bedford cord breeches, and aviator silk scarf, breeches tailored by crown tailoring co. ltd., toronto, dated 24 august 1918 offered here is a rare, named three-piece officer's uniform grouping tied to the little-known 'toronto plan, ' the wartime partnership between the u.s. army signal corps/air service and the royal flying corps canada. the riding breeches carry a fully legible maker's label from the crown tailoring co. ltd. of toronto, hand-inked with the recipient's name, \"r. b. crawford, \" the date \"24/8/18,\" and a tailor's job/serial notation \"15515/2\" - the firmest personal and chronological anchor for the entire lot. no separate published biography for lieutenant crawford has been located; his story rests on the surviving uniform itself, its distinctive hybrid insignia, and the surrounding record of the training pipeline through which he almost certainly passed. following america's entry into the war, hundreds of u.s. cadets were sent north under reciprocal arrangement to train at rfc canada facilities in and around toronto, camp borden, leaside, and deseronto before continuing to flight schools in texas. those commissioned through this route - later termed the \"toronto group\" by historians of the u.s. air service - frequently wore a distinctive composite uniform: british/canadian-cut service dress fitted with american bronze regulation buttons, \"u.s.r.\" collar lettering denoting united states reserve status, winged-propeller usas collar insignia, and bullion rfc pilot wings earned to royal flying corps standards, exactly as seen on the tunic offered here. a published roster of the program, included among the accompanying research pages, lists numerous american officers trained this way and subsequently posted to raf squadrons on the western front - among them 1st lt. thomas e. kearny, killed in action on 14 august 1918 while flying with no. 18 squadron raf, cited in the research as an example of the same uniform cut and insignia combination and of the frontline service that awaited pilots who passed through this training stream. crawford's name does not appear on the surviving portion of that particular roster, and the connection between this uniform and that specific published list should be understood as contextual rather than documentary; the tailor's label and insignia nonetheless place him squarely within the same wartime training culture. the tunic is a four-pocket officer's service coat in olive-khaki wool twill with a standing collar fitted with bronze \"u.s.r.\" letters and a winged-propeller collar device, black-finish u.s. eagle-seal officer's buttons down the front closure and pocket flaps, a single narrow gold-toned rank/service braid ring at one cuff, and a bullion-embroidered rfc pilot's wing with crown and laurel sewn above the left breast pocket. the breeches are of tan bedford cord with a button fly, buttoned lower legs with hook closures, and suede knee reinforcements; the named crown tailoring co. ltd. label with crawford's ink inscription is stitched into the interior waistband. a cream knit aviator's scarf with a long fringed terminus, consistent in tone and wear with period use, accompanies the group. no case or additional paperwork survives with the uniform beyond the tailor's label itself and the photocopied research pages describing the toronto group program. condition is very good to excellent for the age: the tunic retains strong original color with only light surface soiling and minor moth tracking, all insignia is present and securely mounted with no reproduction elements noted, the breeches show light honest toning at the suede knee panels, and the scarf shows minor age discoloration and fringe wear consistent with a garment of this vintage. a scarce, named survivor of the usas/rfc toronto plan, its hybrid american-and-british insignia standing as tangible evidence of the transatlantic training program that fed young american pilots directly into raf squadrons over the western front in the final year of the first world war."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"242","title":{"en":"rare named wwi usas/rfc toronto group uniform"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25832/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This rare WWI USAS/RFC Toronto group uniform is a complete ensemble, including a jacket and trousers, dating from the World War I era. The uniform is made of light olive drab or khaki cotton twill, characteristic of early aviation uniforms. The subject matter is early military aviation, specifically U.S. and Royal Flying Corps pilot training. Notable visual features of the jacket include \"USAS\" collar insignia, an early pilot's wing badge, and four button-flap pockets. The trousers are a matching light color with a period-appropriate cut, completing this historical aviation group.","soldPrice":3800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:25:38.363Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$2,000 - $6,000","currency":"USD","id":25832,"estimateMin":2000},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25833/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25833/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25833/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25833/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25833/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25833/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25833/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25833/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25833/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25833/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25833/011/011.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"rare wwi-era german imperial aviator's ensemble: double-breasted leather coat, flight helmet, tinted goggles, and boelling three-finger flying gloves. offered here is an exceptionally rare and complete german imperial flying ensemble dating from the first world war, circa 1914-1918. this grouping represents the rugged, specialized gear used by early pilots of the imperial german luftstreitkraefte. its significance lies in the provenance of its components, most notably the boelling flight gloves, which serve as a critical anchor to the operational period of the great war. the coat is fashioned from heavy greenish-tan leather in a double-breasted, six-button front with wide notched lapels, two scalloped flap breast pockets, two lower flap pockets, and shoulder loops. the four-panel flight helmet is dark brown/black leather with functional ear flaps, chin strap, and buckle. the folding goggles retain amber-tinted lenses within fur-lined frames. the gloves are an authentic, matched pair of wwi-era pilot's flying gauntlets featuring a distinct three-section trigger-finger design: a separate thumb, an isolated index finger, and a combined mitten section for the remaining digits. construction includes padded insulation throughout, palm reinforcement panels, a wrist snap-strap on the right glove, and a lanyard tether with a metal grommet on the left. both palms exhibit blue-black fluid staining, a poignant detail consistent with operational exposure to cockpit lubricants. condition is consistent with genuine wwi-era service. the coat shows surface patina and light scuffing, with minor lining wear. the helmet leather remains supple. the goggle lenses and padding are intact. the gloves are structurally sound but heavily soiled and darkened from combat service, offering tangible, evocative testimony to the harsh, open-cockpit conditions of the great war's aerial pioneers."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"243","title":{"en":"rare wwi german luftstreitkraefte aviator"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25833/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This rare WWI German Luftstreitkräfte aviator ensemble includes a leather jacket, flying helmet, goggles, and gloves. The jacket is a distressed olive-brown leather, featuring a double-breasted design and multiple pockets, indicative of early flight gear. The period is World War I, and the genre is military aviation equipment. The subject matter is German WWI pilot attire. Notable visual features include the helmet's ear flaps, the yellow-tinted lenses of the goggles, and the short, fitted leather gloves, all showing wear consistent with historical use. The items collectively represent a comprehensive aviator kit.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.153Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$2,000 - $6,000","currency":"USD","id":25833,"estimateMin":2000},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25834/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25834/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25834/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25834/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25834/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25834/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25834/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25834/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"rare austro-hungarian k.u.k. fliegertruppe officer's tropical sahariana tunic with model 1917 karl-era pilot's badge and balloon/airship collar insignia, hauptmann rank, circa 1917-1918 offered here is a scarce austro-hungarian aviation officer's lightweight tropical field tunic, cut in the distinctive multi-scalloped \"sahariana\" form long associated with mediterranean and colonial summer dress, but here bearing unmistakable k.u.k. austro-hungarian insignia. the standing collar carries a captive observation-balloon device paired with three six-pointed officer's rank stars denoting the grade of hauptmann, while the right breast pocket mounts an enamelled fliegerabzeichen model 1917 - the pilot's badge instituted under emperor karl i. no wearer's name, maker's label, or unit marking is visible in the photographs supplied, and no separate published biography accompanies the garment; its story rests entirely in the surviving insignia and construction. the austro-hungarian luftfahrtruppen, reorganized as the k.u.k. fliegertruppe, expanded rapidly during the first world war, drawing officers from balloon, airship, and fixed-wing branches alike under a single aeronautical command by 1916. personnel posted to the warmer reaches of the front - the isonzo, the balkans, and southern garrison stations - were frequently issued or privately commissioned lightweight linen and cotton drill tunics in place of heavier wool service dress, retaining full rank and branch insignia in miniature metal form suited to a soft, unlined garment. the pilot's badge on the pocket, instituted in 1917 under the new emperor, replaced the earlier franz joseph-era design and is recognizable by its dual austrian imperial and hungarian royal crowns, enamelled laurel wreath, an eagle in flight, and the monogram \"k\" within a small enamelled escutcheon at the base - a pattern that saw only a single wartime year of issue before the empire's collapse in november 1918. the cut of the tunic, so often mistaken at a glance for an italian summer sahariana, instead confirms that this tailoring tradition crossed theater lines within the k.u.k. forces as well. the tunic itself is of soft ecru/khaki linen or cotton drill, with a standing-fall collar, concealed front fastening, and four patch pockets with deeply scalloped flaps. the collar bears the darkened-metal balloon device at the front point with three six-pointed rank stars trailing behind, consistent with a hauptmann assigned to balloon or airship (luftschiffer) duties. a metallic bullion cord shoulder knot, finished with a decorative knot and button, is retained on the right shoulder. the enamelled model 1917 karl flieger badge is pinned to the right breast pocket, showing attractive aged patina with no significant enamel loss to the wreath or crowns. stitched ribbon-bar loops survive above the opposite (left) breast pocket, though no ribbon bar is presently mounted to them. the garment is shown opened to reveal its lightweight, largely unlined interior construction. condition throughout is very good for a field-used textile of this age: the linen shows expected light overall toning, scattered handling spots, and storage creases, but the weave remains sound with no significant tearing, and all stitched pocket loops and seams are intact; the metal collar devices, shoulder cord, and enamelled badge remain firmly seated with vintage patina. a scarce and visually compelling survivor of austro-hungarian aviation dress from the final year of the habsburg air service, uniting a karl-era model 1917 pilot's badge with genuine balloon-branch collar insignia on an increasingly hard-to-find tropical tunic form."},"estimateMax":3200,"lotNumber":"244","title":{"en":"rare k.u.k. fliegertruppe sahariana & karl badge"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25834/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare k.u.k. Fliegertruppe sahariana uniform jacket with a Karl badge, dating to the World War I era. The item is a military uniform component, likely made of cotton or a similar light-colored textile suitable for desert wear. It features a light cream or tan color, four scalloped pockets on the front, and star-shaped insignia on the collar. A circular badge, possibly the Karl badge, is affixed to the upper left chest pocket. The jacket represents a piece of Austro-Hungarian Imperial and Royal Aviation Troops history.","soldPrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:27:15.857Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,200 - $3,200","currency":"USD","id":25834,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25835/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25835/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25835/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25835/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwi canadian expeditionary force canadian army medical corps captain's service dress tunic, with cuff rank, camc collar badges, and 1914-15 star trio ribbon bar offered is a first world war canadian expeditionary force (cef) officer's service dress tunic, correctly identified to a captain of the canadian army medical corps (camc) by its bronze collar badges bearing the rod of asclepius beneath the king's crown, encircled by a scroll reading \"canadian army medical corps.\" an earlier cataloguer's note misidentified the garment as royal flying corps, but the legible collar titles and corps device confirm the camc attribution beyond doubt. no name is present on the tunic and no separate published biography accompanies it; its story rests entirely in the surviving insignia and ribbon bar, which place the original wearer as a serving medical officer during the great war. the camc underwent one of the most dramatic expansions of any branch in the cef, growing from a small peacetime cadre established in 1904 to a force of thousands of doctors, surgeons, and orderlies who staffed the chain of evacuation from advanced dressing stations and field ambulances through casualty clearing stations to base hospitals in france, belgium, and the mediterranean. a captain in this corps bore direct responsibility for triage and treatment, often working within range of enemy artillery before the wounded could be moved rearward. the cuff-rank pattern seen here, favored by officers earlier in the war and often retained by individual preference as epaulette rank became more common, points to a period of service beginning in the mid-war years, with the accompanying 1914-15 star ribbon confirming the wearer's presence in an active theater prior to the end of 1915. the tunic is tailored from khaki wool whipcord in the private-purchase manner typical of canadian and british officers, who were required to procure their own service dress from regimental or civilian military tailors. it features a four-button front with gilt general service buttons, pleated breast pockets, bellows lower pockets, and shoulder straps. each gauntlet cuff carries three embroidered rank stars set within austrian-knot braiding denoting captain's rank, edged in leather piping now attractively toned and darkened with age; a blue overseas service chevron is stitched to the lower left sleeve. the bronze camc collar badges are pinned in place and appear original, retaining crisp detail in the wreath, crown, and lettering. the left breast pocket carries a narrow ribbon bar for the 1914-15 star, british war medal, and victory medal, mounted in correct sequence. no separate case, documents, or additional insignia accompany the tunic; the lot consists of the garment itself with its mounted badges and ribbon bar as photographed. condition is very good for its age: the khaki shell is intact with light overall soiling and minor surface wear, the leather cuff edging shows expected rubbing and darkening, and the embroidered stars, collar badges, buttons, and ribbons appear properly seated with no significant losses. a well-preserved and correctly attributed camc captain's tunic, its cuff rank and campaign ribbons a tangible link to the medical service that stood behind canada's armies in the field."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"245","title":{"en":"wwi cef camc captain's cuff-rank service tunic"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25835/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War I-era Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF) Canadian Army Medical Corps (CAMC) captain's cuff-rank service tunic. The uniform jacket is made of a grey-green fabric, typical of military wool or serge, and features four buttoned flap pockets on the front. Gold-colored buttons adorn the front closure and pockets, with a single medal ribbon bar displayed above the upper left pocket. Captain's rank insignia, visible as gold braid and pips, are present on the cuffs and shoulder straps, indicating a specific rank within the CAMC during WWI.","soldPrice":250,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:27:55.599Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25835,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25836/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25836/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25836/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25836/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25836/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwi british rfc/raf aviator's flying kit group - 1917-dated broad-arrow w^d leather flying coat, e. tautz & sons bedford cord breeches, leather flying helmet, amber-tinted goggles, and tall leather field boots offered here is an evocative and visually striking grouping of great war-period british flying kit, assembled around a dated and government-marked leather flying coat together with the tailored breeches, helmet, goggles, and boots that would have completed a royal flying corps or early royal air force aviator's outfit. no individual recipient can be identified from the surviving markings, and no separate biography has been located; the group's story is told through its construction, official stampings, and maker's label rather than any named provenance, and it should be understood as a period flying-kit ensemble rather than a documented uniform tied to one identified airman. open-cockpit flying in the first world war exposed pilots and observers to brutal cold and windchill at altitude, and the war department responded by contracting heavy double-breasted leather coats - lined in wool, fitted with high storm collars, deep lapels, and slanted chest map pockets - to protect aircrew on operational sorties over the western front and at training establishments at home. officers of private means routinely supplemented this government-issue protection with bespoke tailoring from london's sporting outfitters; e. tautz & sons of 485 oxford street was among the most respected breeches makers of the period, patronized by mounted officers and early aviators alike. the pairing seen here - issue coat with private-purchase breeches, helmet, and goggles - reflects the improvised, personally assembled kit typical of rfc squadrons circa 1916-1918, before the corps was absorbed into the newly formed raf in april 1918. the leather flying coat is a long, belted, double-breasted example with a deep storm collar, slanted chest map pocket, and its original belt intact; the interior clearly bears the broad arrow war department stamp with accompanying w^d lettering and the date 1917. the bedford cord riding breeches are by e. tautz & sons, breeches makers, 485 oxford street, the woven label crisp and fully legible on the reverse waistband patch. the leather flying helmet is of the peaked, ear-flapped pattern typical of the period, retaining its original chin strap. the goggles show amber-toned lenses within leather-edged frames joined by a woven elastic head strap. a pair of tall brown leather field boots, shaped for wear beneath the breeches, completes the ensemble. condition throughout is fair to good and consistent with genuine age and service use. the coat's exterior shows scuffing, creasing, and minor surface abrasions, while the internal wool lining exhibits moderate wear with scattered moth nips and fraying. the breeches show light overall soiling and scattered spotting but remain structurally sound with a fully legible label. the flying helmet displays heavy surface crazing, edge flaking, and fraying along the visor brim, and the goggles show lens discoloration and deterioration to the fabric bindings. the boots show substantial creasing and surface scuffs consistent with field wear. a well-matched and highly displayable set of dated, maker-marked great war flying kit, capturing the distinctive blend of government issue and savile row-adjacent tailoring worn by rfc aircrew over a century ago."},"estimateMax":4000,"lotNumber":"246","title":{"en":"rare 1917 rfc flying coat & flying kit group"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25836/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare 1917 Royal Flying Corps (RFC) flying coat and accompanying flying kit group. The primary item is a long, brown leather coat with a belted waist, designed for aviation use during World War I. The kit includes additional brown leather pieces, possibly boots or leggings, a light brown leather or canvas flying helmet, and a pair of clear-lensed goggles. This collection represents early aviation military attire, specifically for RFC pilots or aircrew, distinguished by its durable leather construction and comprehensive set of flying accessories.","soldPrice":2200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:28:50.123Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,200 - $4,000","currency":"USD","id":25836,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25837/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25837/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25837/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25837/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25837/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25837/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25837/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25837/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25837/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25837/010/010.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"named u.s. navy captain and naval aviator evening dress uniform grouping of carl l. helber - naval aircraft factory, philadelphia navy yard, with original horstmann uniform co. mailing box addressed to lt. comdr. c. l. helber, usn offered is an extensive and named u.s. navy formal dress grouping firmly attributed to carl l. helber, a naval aviator who served in a technical capacity at the naval aircraft factory, philadelphia navy yard, spanning the interwar years into world war ii. the attribution rests on solid contemporary evidence rather than a published biography: an original horstmann uniform co. mailing carton addressed in period typescript to \"lt comdr. c. l. helber, usn, naval aircraft factory, us navy yard, phila, pa, \" and monogrammed \"c.l.h.\" tailor labels sewn into the lining of one of the two evening tailcoats included in the lot. no separate service record or citation accompanies the grouping; the story here is told through the surviving insignia, tailoring, and the addressed box itself. evening dress was the u.s. navy officer's most formal uniform, worn at wardroom dinners, receptions, and diplomatic functions through the 1930s, and its wear was largely curtailed once the fleet mobilized for war in late 1941 - a fact that makes surviving, named examples with documented rank progression genuinely scarce on today's market. this lot appears to capture helber's advancement from lieutenant commander, as recorded on the horstmann box, to commander and ultimately captain, evidenced by the differing rank devices present: three-stripe commander shoulder boards remain sewn to one tailcoat, while a separate pair of four-stripe captain shoulder boards survive loose among the insignia, alongside bullion command stars in multiple metallic tones consistent with a career's worth of reordered devices. the presence of bullion naval aviator wings ties the grouping directly to naval aviation service, likely connected to helber's posting at the naval aircraft factory, the navy's principal aviation research, engineering, and manufacturing establishment during this period. the formal navy evening dress tailcoat is a dark wool body with gilt navy buttons and commander-grade shoulder boards (three gold lace stripes and a star) sewn at the shoulders. a second, civilian-cut evening tailcoat with satin-faced peaked lapels bears an interior label reading \"kassan-stein inc., the seal of good service, washington, d.c.\" a separate coat interior, photographed apart from its body, carries a \"tailored by haas, baltimore\" label alongside individual monogram tabs reading \"c.l.h.\" the dark officer's visor cap displays a gold bullion chin strap and \"scrambled egg\" bullion embroidery on the visor beneath a silver-and-gold officer's cap device. two loose shoulder boards show four gold lace stripes with a star, consistent with captain's rank, each retaining a small gilt button at the point. a dark cloth panel is mounted with a pair of gold bullion naval aviator wings. additional items include three black elastic officer's cap bands, each fitted with a silver eagle-and-anchor bullion device; a khaki garrison-style cap and an olive-drab garrison cap, both bearing small gilt rank devices; a tan rounded cap cover; an additional folded tan cap panel with dark piping; a bundle of gold bullion cord/fringe; and a substantial assortment of loose bullion and cloth rank stars in gold, silver, and subdued tones. the original horstmann uniform co. box survives intact, retaining its typed shipping label, order and book numbers, and a canceled period postage stamp. condition throughout is very good for the age and formality of the garments: the wool bodies retain good color with light surface dust, lint, and expected creasing; the linings show age toning, scattered handling wear, and minor underarm staining typical of worn formal dress; the bullion insignia and cap embroidery show light natural tarnish, and the elastic cap bands show some stretching and edge wear consistent with decades of storage. a rare, named u.s. navy captain and naval aviator dress grouping, anchored by an address-labeled horstmann box that ties carl l. helber's rank progression directly to his service at the naval aircraft factory."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"247","title":{"en":"wwii usn capt. c.l. helber aviator dress group"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25837/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II-era U.S. Navy Captain C.L. Helber aviator dress group, comprising multiple uniform components and insignia. The lot includes two dark blue naval uniform jackets, one a tailcoat style, along with two hats (a tan garrison cap and a dark blue peaked cap with insignia). Numerous gold-colored insignia, including various rank devices, badges, and epaulets, are laid out, suggesting a comprehensive collection of an aviator captain's formal and service dress. The items are characteristic of high-ranking U.S. Navy attire from the WWII period.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.155Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $1,000","currency":"USD","id":25837,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25838/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25838/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25838/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25838/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25838/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25838/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25838/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25838/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25838/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25838/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german heer major's private-purchase m36-style feldbluse - tailored by gebr. klaczynski, oschatz i. sa., dated 11 march 1939 offered here is a bespoke german army officer's field tunic (feldbluse), cut to the transitional m36 pattern and dated 11 march 1939 inside a woven maker's label reading \"gebr. klaczynski, oschatz i. sa.\" the braided matte-aluminum shoulder boards, mounted on a deep reddish-orange truppenfarbe underlay, carry the rank configuration of a major, and the color of that piping - repeated in the center stripe of the officer-pattern bullion collar litzen - points to either the feldgendarmerie (field police) or the artillery branch rather than a plain infantry posting, though the precise shade should be confirmed in hand. no separate published biography accompanies the tunic; its story rests in the surviving maker's label, its hand-inked tailoring entry, and the ribbon bar sewn above the left breast pocket. german army officers were required to purchase and maintain their own service dress, patronizing civilian master tailors registered with the reich's tailoring guild, the herrenschneiderhandwerk, whose woven blue-and-gold quality seal is stitched inside this garment alongside the maker's paper label. dated in the tense spring of 1939, only months before the invasion of poland, the tunic would have been ordered on the eve of general mobilization and likely accompanied its original owner, whose name on the label is now too faded to transcribe with confidence, into the opening campaigns of the war. the ribbon bar mounted above the left pocket - showing an iron cross second class ribbon combined with an eastern front or comparable service-ribbon pattern - suggests a wearer who was recognized for gallantry or endured a demanding theater posting, though the specific unit, campaign, and citation behind the award cannot be confirmed from the garment alone. the tunic is finished in fine field-grey gabardine wool with a bottle-green collar, five pebbled aluminum buttons, pleated breast patch pockets, and turned, scalloped cuffs typical of the m36 cut. the hand-embroidered silver bullion national eagle on the right breast, worked in tarnished wire with visible verdigris consistent with age, is affixed to a dark green backing. both collar tabs display officer-pattern silver bullion lace over dark green wool with a colored center piping matching the shoulder-board underlay, and the shoulder straps themselves are woven in a tight braided pattern secured by frosted aluminum buttons. a sword or dagger hanger strap survives intact beneath the left armhole, and the original hook-and-eye collar closure remains functional, though the hooks show wear consistent with age and use. also present and legible inside the garment is the accompanying tailor's pocket label, reading \"gebr. klaczynski, oschatz i. sa.\" with a hand-inked date of \"11.3.39\" and a faint, now-illegible name and order-number entry. no other insignia, headgear, or paperwork accompanies the lot. condition is very good for the type: the wool shell shows only minor surface wear and light scattered moth tracking, while the rayon-blend twill lining is toned and worn at the underarms, with a distinct area of fabric loss and seam separation at one armpit gusset, visible in the interior photographs. a well-preserved, dated private-tailor's feldbluse whose named maker, guild seal, and major's insignia give an otherwise anonymous heer officer's tunic a tangible, documented point of origin."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"248","title":{"en":"wwii heer major's tailored feldbluse, klaczynski"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25838/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II German Heer Major's tailored Feldbluse, associated with an individual named Klaczynski. The uniform jacket is a grey-green color, likely wool, with four pleated pockets and a five-button front closure. It features a dark green collar with white and red collar tabs, and red-piped shoulder boards indicating a Major's rank. A silver-colored eagle and swastika insignia is affixed above the right breast pocket, and a ribbon bar with two medals is pinned above the left breast pocket, signifying military decorations.","soldPrice":850,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:29:49.478Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$800 - $2,000","currency":"USD","id":25838,"estimateMin":800},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25839/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25839/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25839/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25839/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25839/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25839/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25839/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25839/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25839/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german artillery hauptmann feldbluse, rgt. 80. wwii german heer tailored m36-style officer's feldbluse to a hauptmann of artillerie-regiment 80, with infantry assault badge and iron cross 2nd class/ostmedaille ribbon bar offered here is a privately tailored wehrmacht heer service tunic attributed to a hauptmann (captain) serving with artillerie-regiment 80, the attribution resting on the gilt metal '80' unit numerals mounted on the officer's silver braid shoulder boards. the tunic retains its hand-embroidered breast eagle, bullion collar tabs, a die-struck infantry assault badge affixed to the left breast pocket, and a two-place ribbon bar for the iron cross 2nd class with swords device and the eastern front medal (ostmedaille). no separate published biography has been located for the original owner; his service story rests in the insignia and decorations preserved on the garment itself. artillerie-regiment 80 was raised in the cottbus/frankfurt an der oder district of wehrkreis iii and saw action in the 1940 campaign in france before being committed to the eastern front. the presence of the ostmedaille, instituted in 1942 to recognize troops who endured the brutal first winter campaign in russia of 1941-42, places this officer's service within that grueling period, while the swords device on the iron cross ribbon points to a subsequent distinction for gallantry. the infanterie-sturmabzeichen is a notable inclusion on an artillery officer's tunic, awarded only after a minimum number of qualifying days in close combat and suggesting periods of direct infantry-style engagement - not uncommon for artillery officers pressed into forward observation or ad hoc infantry roles during the fighting in the east. regimental numerals on shoulder boards, though officially ordered removed for security early in the war, were frequently retained on garrison and dress tunics such as this one, giving collectors a rare direct link to a named regiment. the tunic is of dark bottle-green wool/tricot construction with a matching dark green collar piped in bright red (hochrot) waffenfarbe denoting the artillery branch, worked with hand-applied bullion collar tabs. the hand-embroidered silver-aluminum bullion heer breast eagle sits above the left pocket on its dark green backing. the sew-in silver braid shoulder boards show red branch underlay, two gilt rank pips, and gilt '80' numerals consistent with hauptmann rank. the die-struck silvered zinc infantry assault badge is mounted through the left pocket flap; above it, the ribbon bar carries the correct red-white-black iron cross ribbon beside the ostmedaille ribbon, with a small silvered swords device pinned at center. the lot comprises the single tailored tunic complete with all insignia, badge, and ribbon bar as pictured; no separate case, cap, or paperwork accompanies it. condition is very good for the type: the exterior wool remains solid with minor handling marks, light spotting, and faint staining near the lower buttons; the interior rayon/silk lining shows honest sweat discoloration at the collar and underarms with the internal dagger/sword hanger strap intact; all insignia remain securely and correctly positioned, with no significant moth damage evident. a well-preserved, decorated eastern front artillery officer's tunic that ties a numbered regimental designation to close-combat and winter-campaign awards on a single, display-ready garment."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"249","title":{"en":"wwii german artillery hauptmann feldbluse, rgt."},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25839/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II German Artillery Hauptmann Feldbluse, likely from a regiment as indicated. The grey-green uniform jacket, made of a wool-like material, features four pleated pockets with flaps and a five-button front. It has a dark green collar with distinctive white and red collar tabs and red-piped shoulder boards, denoting an Artillery Hauptmann (Captain). A silver-colored eagle and swastika emblem is positioned above the right breast pocket, while a ribbon bar and a larger silver badge, possibly an assault badge, are present above and on the left breast pocket.","soldPrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:30:27.167Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,000 - $1,500","currency":"USD","id":25839,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25840/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25840/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25840/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25840/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25840/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25840/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25840/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25840/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25840/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25840/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25840/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25840/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25840/013/013.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german brown wool short wrap jacket with hand-embroidered silver bullion breast eagle and panzer-style cropped cut offered is a second world war-period german short wool wrap jacket, tailored in the abbreviated double-breasted \"panzer\" cut favored by armored crewmen and aircrew who needed a close, low-bulk garment for tight vehicle and cockpit interiors. no name, unit marking, or maker's label is visible in the photographs, and no separate biography or provenance file accompanies the piece; it must be catalogued and valued as an unattributed period tailored jacket . by the early 1940s, german panzer troops and, in modified form, luftwaffe flight and armored personnel of units such as the fallschirm-panzer-division 1 hermann goering had adopted short wrap-front jackets - informally termed sonderbekleidung - that eliminated the bulk of a standard service tunic. private tailors produced many variants of the cut throughout the war, and surviving examples are prized for individual tailoring and insignia rather than strict standardization. this jacket's hand-embroidered breast eagle, worked in silver-gray bullion wire with horizontal outstretched wings above a wreathed swastika on a bottle-green wool trapezoidal backing, is consistent with a wehrmacht heer (army) officer-pattern breast eagle rather than the swept, diving-eagle design typically associated with luftwaffe tunics; given this, the jacket is best described as a wehrmacht/panzer-style short wrap jacket of uncertain precise branch attribution, possibly the product of private tailoring or a later assembled combination. the brown wool shell has a wide pointed fall collar, an overlapping double-breasted front secured by a full run of dark four-hole buttons with worked buttonholes, and a cropped, shaped waist with vertical back seams. the silver bullion breast eagle is mounted above the left pocket beneath a small mauve/horn-toned button, with a vertical run of hand-sewn thread loops below it evidently intended for a badge, clasp, or award, though none remains attached. pebbled aluminum buttons and cloth tabs survive at both shoulders for shoulder boards, now absent. the interior is lined in a lighter gray-brown twill with two lower bellows-style pockets and a smaller chest pocket; cuffs are finished with a turned-back tab and single button. no maker's contract stamp or size marking is legible in the surviving lining. no additional insignia, shoulder boards, ribbon bars, or paperwork accompany the lot as photographed. condition is consistent with genuine wartime wear: the wool shows overall fading and surface darkening, scattered staining, and moth nips with small threadbare losses at both shoulder seams near the button mountings, one showing visible thread loss around the pebbled button. the bullion eagle shows expected age-toning to the wire work; the interior lining is largely intact with light fraying at the pocket edges. an honest, wearable short wrap-cut wartime german jacket whose hand-embroidered bullion eagle and surviving hardware preserve the character of tailored field dress, offered here for what the garment itself can support rather than an unverified branch or unit attribution."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"250","title":{"en":"wwii german short wrap jacket, bullion eagle"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25840/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II German short wrap jacket, notably featuring a bullion eagle insignia. The jacket is a brown-colored wool, characterized by its distinctive wrap-around, double-breasted closure style. It has a wide, notched lapel and lacks visible external pockets. A silver-colored eagle and swastika emblem, likely embroidered with bullion, is prominently displayed on the upper right side of the chest, identifying it as a German military garment from the WWII period.","soldPrice":450,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:31:41.912Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$600 - $1,000","currency":"USD","id":25840,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25841/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25841/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25841/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25841/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25841/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25841/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25841/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25841/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25841/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25841/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25841/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25841/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25841/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25841/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25841/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25841/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25841/017/017.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe fallschirmjaeger (paratrooper) m38-pattern wool jump trousers - maker-marked rb-nr. 0/0251/0206, depot stamp f44 (1944), with french postwar depot inspection marks 'n.t.c. bauvin-nord' and oval date stamp '10.12.46' offered here is an apparently unissued pair of german luftwaffe fallschirmschuetzenhose, the distinctive feldgrau wool jump trousers worn by fallschirmjaeger paratroopers throughout the second world war. stamped internally with the reichsbetriebsnummer 'rb-nr. 0/0251/0206' alongside the depot code 'f44' and a partially inked size/contract block, the pair is datable to 1944 manufacture, placing it among the last generation of jump trousers produced before germany's collapse. no individual soldier's name or unit assignment appears on the garment, and no separate published biography accompanies the piece; its story is carried entirely by its manufacturing stamps and by the remarkable second layer of documentation added after the war. fallschirmjaeger trousers were purpose-built for the unique demands of airborne combat: the angled slash pocket and smaller flap pocket at the front are joined by a two-snap thigh pocket sized for the paratrooper's gravity knife (kappmesser), while side-seam slits closed with prym press-studs allowed the trousers to be donned over knee pads. a woven waist-adjustment tab with a metal buckle sits at the front, belt loops and suspender-button tabs line the waistband, and long twill ankle ties survive at both cuffs for lacing tight into jump boots. following the german capitulation, vast quantities of unissued wehrmacht and luftwaffe clothing stockpiled in factories and depots across occupied france fell into french hands; administrators at national textile depots - in this instance n.t.c. bauvin-nord in northern france - inventoried and re-stamped this captured materiel in 1945-46 for possible domestic or colonial reissue, a process that here left the original german wartime ink stamps fully intact beneath the french acceptance mark dated 10 december 1946. the trousers are of heavy feldgrau wool with a full, unworn nap and no visible moth damage, fraying, or field wear consistent with jump or combat use. original hardware survives throughout: the prym starburst-pattern press-studs at the knee-slit closures and thigh pocket, the nickel waist buckle, suspender-button tabs, and dark composite fly buttons are all firmly attached. internally, the german stamps - 'rb-nr. 0/0251/0206,' the partially legible size/contract grid, and 'f44' - remain crisp, positioned near the french boxed stamp 'n.t.c. bauvin-nord' and the oval date stamp '10.12.46'; a faint purple ink size notation ('94 x 108') is also stamped to the interior waistband. no additional garments, insignia, or paperwork accompany this lot; the trousers are offered as a single, complete survivor. condition is near-mint throughout, with only light overall handling and storage toning to the lining and minor age-darkening to the metal fittings, consistent with long-term depot storage rather than issue or wear. a rare, verifiably unissued 1944 fallschirmjaeger jump trouser pair whose crisp german depot stamps and dated 1946 french re-inspection mark together preserve an unusually complete paper trail from wartime manufacture through post-war captured-stock disposition."},"estimateMax":5000,"lotNumber":"251","title":{"en":"unissued luftwaffe fj jump trousers, f44,"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25841/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item consists of unissued Luftwaffe Fallschirmjäger (FJ) jump trousers, dated F44 (1944). The trousers are a light grey-green or blue-grey color, typical of Luftwaffe uniform textiles, likely made from wool or a blend. They feature a high-waisted design with belt loops, two side entry pockets, and a distinctive large flap pocket on the left thigh with a snap closure. The cuffs are tapered and secured with laces, designed to be tucked into jump boots, characteristic of paratrooper uniforms from World War II.","soldPrice":7250,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:32:45.006Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$3,000 - $5,000","currency":"USD","id":25841,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25842/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25842/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25842/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25842/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25842/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25842/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25842/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25842/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25842/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25842/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25842/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25842/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25842/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25842/014/014.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german ordnungspolizei schutzpolizei panzer nco. rare and visually striking world war ii german **ordnungspolizei armored-unit uniform grouping**, consisting of a black panzer-style wrap tunic, matching black trousers, and black leather belt with period brass-finished buckle. the black wrap tunic follows the distinctive armored-crew pattern developed for vehicle personnel, but is configured with **schutzpolizei des reiches** insignia rather than standard heer panzer insignia. police armored personnel are documented as wearing black panzer uniforms distinguished by **police-green branch color**, green-backed shoulder insignia, police-pattern collar tabs, and the characteristic ordnungspolizei sleeve eagle. \n the tunic retains matching **schutzpolizei nco shoulder boards**, constructed with dark brown inner braiding, silver/aluminum outer braid, and green branch-color underlay. this combination is characteristic of schutzpolizei nco insignia; the exact rank designation depended upon the period, as this general shoulder-board pattern was associated with **oberwachtmeister before the 1942 rank revisions and wachtmeister thereafter**.the collar carries matching green-and-silver police-pattern litzen, while the upper left sleeve bears the highly distinctive **green embroidered polizei sleeve eagle**, identifying the wearer with the schutzpolizei. bright police-green was the recognized branch color of the reich schutzpolizei and was used on collar insignia, shoulder insignia, piping, and sleeve emblems. \n of particular interest is the **single-tank destruction badge** worn on the opposite upper sleeve. this award, officially known as the **sonderabzeichen fuer das niederkaempfen von panzerkampfwagen durch einzelkaempfer**, recognized the destruction of an enemy armored vehicle by an individual soldier using hand-held weapons or other close-combat means. the award took the form of a metal tank silhouette mounted to a horizontal metallic ribbon with dark borders, matching the configuration visible on this tunic. the presence of this combat award gives the uniform considerably greater historical interest and suggests a wearer who had experienced direct anti-armor combat. \n the tunic also retains a red-white-black ribbon in the buttonhole, consistent with the **iron cross 2nd class ribbon**, along with its internal black lining, adjustment ties, and period construction details. the matching trousers are manufactured from similar black cloth and retain their original belt loops, pockets, closures, and tailoring. completing the group is a substantial black leather enlisted/nco belt with a period german buckle displaying the national emblem and swastika within a wreath. the leather shows significant age, surface wear, finish loss, and edge abrasion but remains an evocative accompaniment to the uniform. \n police armored units were comparatively small and specialized formations, and surviving black panzer wrappers bearing genuine ordnungspolizei insignia are significantly less commonly encountered than standard heer examples. period references document police panzer personnel wearing essentially the army-style black armored uniform but with green branch piping and polizei-specific insignia, including the wreathed police eagle on the left sleeve.this group therefore represents an unusual intersection of **german armored warfare and ordnungspolizei service** during the second world war. \n the uniform exhibits honest age and wear throughout, including surface lint, scattered moth tracking or small holes, minor seam and lining wear, oxidation and toning to metal insignia, and general signs of period use and storage. interior markings are faint and partially legible, and no wearer's name has been conclusively identified from the photographs. the grouping is offered exactly as photographed, and bidders should review all images closely for construction, insignia, markings, and condition. an exceptionally interesting ensemble for the advanced collector of **wwii german panzer uniforms, ordnungspolizei, schutzpolizei, armored-unit insignia, or german combat awards**."},"estimateMax":4000,"lotNumber":"252","title":{"en":"wwii german ordnungspolizei schutzpolizei panzer"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25842/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II German Ordnungspolizei Schutzpolizei Panzer uniform ensemble. The main component is a black, double-breasted short wrap jacket, likely wool, featuring a wide notched collar with white and green-piped collar tabs. White and green shoulder boards are present, and a ribbon bar is pinned to the left breast. The ensemble also includes matching black trousers and a brown leather belt with a metal buckle depicting an eagle and swastika, signifying its use by the German Order Police or Protection Police during WWII.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.159Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$2,000 - 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**heer black panzer uniform grouping associated with the elite grossdeutschland formation**, consisting of a black armored-crew wrap tunic and matching black trousers. the tunic is constructed in the classic short, double-breasted **panzerjacke** or \"panzer wrapper\" style and retains a particularly strong complement of insignia and decorations. the collar bears black panzer collar patches with metal **totenkopf** devices and contrasting piping, while the shoulder boards are nco-pattern examples carrying the distinctive intertwined **\"gd\" cyphers** associated with grossdeutschland. period references confirm that grossdeutschland armored personnel wore the black panzer uniform with the characteristic gd monogram on the shoulder insignia, making these appointments among the most recognizable unit-specific distinctions of the german army. \n the right breast retains the woven **heer national eagle**, while an **iron cross 2nd class ribbon** is worn through the lapel/buttonhole in the traditional manner. a small ribbon bar is mounted above the left breast awards. below it is a silver-colored **infantry assault badge**, together with a silver-grade **wound badge**, creating the appearance of a combat-worn tunic belonging to a decorated veteran. the shoulder boards are silver nco braid with applied gilt-toned gd monograms, a configuration consistent with documented grossdeutschland nco and officer insignia systems. surviving original gd panzer uniforms and shoulder boards are known with the same intertwined cypher, with metallic examples used on nco and officer boards. \n the collar configuration is particularly noteworthy. the black patches retain metal skull devices with decorative cord edging, a hallmark of german panzer troops rather than ss insignia. the presence of the heer breast eagle, panzer-style collar tabs, and gd shoulder cyphers identifies the uniform within the **army armored tradition rather than the waffen-ss**. original grossdeutschland panzer wrappers are documented with black collar patches, aluminum or iron skulls, and black panzer cloth construction. \n the matching trousers are of black wool construction and visually complement the wrapper, forming an unusually complete armored-crew uniform ensemble. the jacket interior retains period-style lining and visible size/depot-type markings. both garments show honest service and age wear, including scattered moth tracking or small holes, minor seam wear, surface lint, and general storage wear consistent with period wool uniforms. \n the **grossdeutschland** formation evolved from the prewar wachregiment into one of the german army's best-known elite formations, eventually becoming panzergrenadier-division grossdeutschland. its personnel fought extensively on the eastern front and wore distinctive unit insignia, most notably the intertwined gd shoulder cypher and grossdeutschland cuff title. the gd cypher was introduced specifically for the formation and was rendered differently according to rank, including metallic examples for ncos and officers. \n a highly desirable and visually impressive **wwii german panzer uniform group**, combining a black heer panzer wrapper, matching trousers, grossdeutschland shoulder insignia, totenkopf collar tabs, national eagle, iron cross ribbon, ribbon bar, infantry assault badge, and wound badge. the combination of armored branch uniforming and identifiable grossdeutschland insignia gives the set considerable collector interest. as with all high-value third reich uniforms, bidders should carefully examine the photographs for the originality and period application of each insignia and award, particularly where insignia may have been removed or reapplied during the garment's long collecting history. condition is good overall with expected age, textile wear, minor moth damage, and oxidation to metal fittings as shown."},"estimateMax":5000,"lotNumber":"253","title":{"en":"wwii german heer panzer regiment 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The lot includes a dark grey-black double-breasted wrap jacket, likely made of wool, featuring a distinctive pointed collar with white-piped collar tabs and white-piped shoulder boards. A silver-colored eagle and swastika insignia is affixed to the right breast, while a ribbon bar and a prominent silver badge are attached to the left breast. The ensemble is completed with a pair of matching dark grey-black trousers, characteristic of German Panzer unit uniforms from WWII.","soldPrice":1900,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:35:54.052Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$3,000 - $5,000","currency":"USD","id":25843,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25844/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25844/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25844/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25844/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe trousers blaugrau reithose & reitstiefel boots. wwii german luftwaffe blue-grey wool riding breeches (reithose) with original suspenders and black leather riding boots (reitstiefel), circa 1935-1945 offered here is a well-matched luftwaffe ensemble comprising a pair of blue-grey (blaugrau) wool riding breeches fitted with their original suspenders, together with a pair of tall black leather riding boots. no maker's label, size stamp, or ownership marking is legible in the photographs, and no named recipient or unit history accompanies the lot; the pieces are catalogued on the strength of pattern, construction, and comparison to published examples of luftwaffe mounted and field dress of the period. the luftwaffe's distinctive blaugrau wool cloth set its personnel apart from the field-grey of the heer, and officers, staff personnel, and mounted or vehicle-borne ncos alike wore breeches of this cut throughout the war - flared at the upper thigh in the traditional cavalry \"balloon\" silhouette, tapering to a close fit at the calf, and reinforced at the seat and inner leg with a suede-finish cotton drill panel to resist the friction of the saddle or a vehicle seat. such breeches were customarily worn tucked into tall, stiff-shafted riding boots of the type offered alongside them here, a combination familiar from garrison duty in the reich to forward airfields and staff billets across every occupied theater. the genuine wear visible on the reinforcement panels of this example is consistent with practical use by a mounted or vehicle-riding officer or senior nco rather than purely ceremonial wear. the breeches are of blue-grey wool twill with a fitted waistband, front button-and-hook fly closure, slanted hip pockets, a pale cotton waistband lining, and a rear adjustment tab; broad pale suede-finish reinforcement panels extend from the seat down the inner legs, and the lower legs finish with light-colored piped edging. the original suspenders remain attached, combining dark and pale webbing sections with brass-toned adjusters and leather button tabs. the boots are full-length black leather riding boots with tall, stiff, unlined shafts, a rounded toe box, leather soles, and natural tan leather visible lining the openings. the breeches and boots are the sole items present in this lot; no tunic, headgear, or insignia accompanies them. condition is consistent with genuine age and service or stable use: moderate soiling and discoloration to the suede reinforcement panels and waistband lining, light creasing to the wool, and expected toning to the suspenders; the boots show surface scuffing, creasing at the ankle flex points, and minor finish loss to the shafts, but both remain structurally sound and fully displayable. a solid, honestly worn example of luftwaffe mounted field dress that offers collectors genuine german wool and leather uniform items of the wwii period at an accessible level."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"254","title":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe trousers blaugrau reithose &"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25844/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a pair of WWII Luftwaffe blaugrau reithose trousers, a type of German military uniform. The trousers are made from a blue-grey fabric and feature light-colored reinforced knee patches. They are equipped with buttons at the waist and suspend on black and light-colored straps with metal clasps. This piece of military apparel dates to the World War II period and represents a specific style of German air force uniform.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.163Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25844,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25845/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"tbd"},"estimateMax":30,"lotNumber":"255","title":{"en":"tbd"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25845/view","directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot is a graphic image detailing the 'Payment & Shipping' policies for Eagles Corps International. It outlines five steps for buyers, including invoice delivery within 24 hours, shipping charge application, payment methods for LiveAuctioneers and other bidders, and a shipping time frame of 7-14 business days. 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the ribbons show light toning and a few small nap losses; the badges retain original finish with light oxidation; the maker's label and hand-inked name remain legible. a vividly badged, named 82nd airborne combat uniform whose glider wings, combat infantryman badge, and belgian fourragere speak to hard campaigning across normandy, holland, and the bulge."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"256","title":{"en":"named 82nd airborne m1944 ike jacket, cib, glider"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25846/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a named M1944 Ike jacket belonging to the 82nd Airborne, complete with trousers. This U.S. Army uniform, dating from World War II, is made of a tan-colored fabric. The jacket displays several notable features, including a Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB), glider wings, multiple ribbons, and an 'AIRBORNE AP' patch on the left sleeve. A red and tan cord is draped over the right shoulder, and three golden stripes are visible on the lower left sleeve, indicating rank or service.","soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:37:47.307Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$800 - $2,000","currency":"USD","id":25846,"estimateMin":800},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25847/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25847/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25847/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25847/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25847/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25847/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25847/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25847/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25847/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25847/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25847/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25847/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25847/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25847/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25847/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25847/016/016.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"named cbi m/sgt ridley group: bullion, kukri, docs. wwii china-burma-india theater named grouping to master sergeant william oland ridley, serial no. 32297816, 326th harbor craft company, transportation corps - service coat with bullion cbi/sos patches, souvenir bullion pillow shams, kukri, trench-art lighters, enlistment record, and august 1945 surrender wire facsimile offered is a richly documented cbi theater grouping identified to master sergeant william oland ridley, serial no. 32297816, who served as personnel clerk and rose to senior nco with the 326th harbor craft company, transportation corps. the lot centers on ridley's wool four-pocket service coat, retaining a theater-made bullion china-burma-india shoulder patch, an sos-style opposite-shoulder insignia, first sergeant/master sergeant rank chevrons, a meritorious unit commendation cuff patch, overseas service bars, and a 'ruptured duck' discharge patch, and is directly supported by his named enlistment record booklet, dog tags, and a signed 30 january 1945 letter of recommendation. no separate published biography of ridley has been located; his story here rests on these citations, official records, and the material culture he carried home. the cbi theater was famously dubbed the 'forgotten theater, ' its harbor craft, riverine, and road-logistics units overshadowed by the headline campaigns of europe and the pacific yet indispensable to keeping the ledo and burma roads open and supplies moving through calcutta and the bay of bengal. ridley's recommendation letter, penned by 2nd lt. lowell h. mittlehauser, personnel officer of the 326th harbor craft company, praises ridley's eighteen months of administrative service, notes his passing of the warrant officer (jg) administrative clerical general examinations in april 1943, and recommends him for appointment - though the file does not establish that an appointment followed. the accompanying associated press facsimile flash, dated 14 august 1945 and bearing period signatures, records president truman's announcement that japan had accepted the allied surrender terms, tying ridley's personal service directly to the war's closing hour. the embroidered taj mahal/agra and winged-shield cbi textiles, both dated 1944, speak to the flourishing souvenir trade that grew up around american servicemen stationed across india. the olive-drab wool service coat, interior-stamped with size and contract markings, displays its bullion cbi shoulder shield, first sergeant/master sergeant chevrons, ribbon bar mounting the good conduct ribbon among others, collar 'us' and disc devices, and a brown leather garrison belt with brass buckle. a boxed good conduct medal with ribbon, additional loose cloth cbi shield variants, and a distinctive-insignia crest ('play the game') accompany the coat. three large bullion and silk pillow shams are present - a maroon velvet 'c.b.i. china burma india' shield panel, a red silk winged-shield 'china burma 1944' panel, and an olive silk taj mahal/agra panel inscribed 'to mother whitlow, india 1944' - together with a printed satin 'camp whitside, kans.' sham and blue/gold 'u.s. army charleston, s.c.' silk pillow cover. two aluminum trench-art lighters, one engraved 'c.b.i.' above a theater shield and '1945,' the other with a finely engraved horse's head, join a locally made kukri with carved wood grip housed in a black leather scabbard with its karda and chakmak companion blades, and ridley's dog tags on chain. additional paper items include ridley's named enlistment record booklet, a 'comedy acts and minstrel show material' theater entertainment booklet, and the january 1945 recommendation letter and surrender facsimile described above. condition is fair to good throughout: the coat's rayon lining shows significant tearing, staining, and seam separation at the shoulders and armpits, though the wool shell remains stable with only light scattered soiling; the textiles show expected age toning, fringe fraying, and fold creasing; the kukri scabbard exhibits dried, cracked leather and the blade shows surface oxidation; paper items display edge toning, creasing, and minor fold tears consistent with eighty years of handling. a well-documented, named cbi grouping whose bullion patches, souvenir textiles, and surrender-day facsimile together preserve a personal record of the 'forgotten theater' rarely found with this depth of supporting paperwork."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"257","title":{"en":"named cbi m/sgt ridley group: bullion, kukri"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25847/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot is a named group of items belonging to M/Sgt Ridley from the China Burma India (CBI) theater of World War II. The collection includes a khaki U.S. Army uniform jacket with sergeant stripes and ribbons, a brown leather belt, and various archival materials. Notable items also include a bullion patch, a kukri knife, several embroidered cloth souvenirs, a book, and multiple documents and photographs, indicating personal military service and historical context from the WWII period.","soldPrice":425,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:39:09.886Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,500","currency":"USD","id":25847,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25848/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25848/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25848/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25848/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25848/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25848/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25848/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25848/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25848/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25848/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25848/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25848/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25848/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25848/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25848/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25848/016/016.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf named technical sergeant four-pocket service. wwii usaaf technical sergeant four-pocket service coat group. world war ii u.s. army air forces enlisted olive drab wool four-pocket service coat with aaf winged-propeller collar disk, u.s. disk, aaf shoulder sleeve insignia, technical sergeant chevrons, and ruptured duck honorable discharge patch; khaki shirt and necktie on the mannequin; and khaki summer trousers. named owner not shown. clean presentation with normal vintage wear. condition good to very good."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"258","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf named technical sergeant four-pocket"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25848/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a named WWII USAAF (United States Army Air Forces) technical sergeant's four-pocket uniform. The uniform consists of a khaki jacket and matching trousers, dating from the World War II era. The jacket displays several distinctive features, including bronze buttons, a U.S. insignia, winged propeller insignia on the lapels, a yellow diamond patch, and a blue and white USAAF patch with sergeant stripes on the sleeve. A light-colored necktie is visible beneath the jacket, completing the military dress.","soldPrice":25,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:39:38.399Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25848,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25849/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25849/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25849/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25849/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25849/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25849/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25849/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25849/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25849/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"named wwii 5th infantry division 'correspondent u.s. army' service coat and archive of technician fifth grade arthur t. pope, jr., asn 31 048 603, 705th ordnance light maintenance company - european theater 1943-1945, mos 'writer military subjects 274' offered is the named wool service coat and an extensive personal-paper archive of technician fifth grade arthur t. pope, jr. of new haven and branford, connecticut, who served in the 705th ordnance light maintenance company in support of the 5th infantry division ('red diamond') in the european theater of operations. no separate published biography of pope has been located; his story survives instead in his own official papers and a remarkable run of personal writings and photographs spanning more than four decades. his wd ago form 53-55 enlisted record and report of separation confirms induction on 28 june 1941, departure for the european theater on 20 september 1943, return to the united states on 18 july 1945, and discharge at fort knox on 12 october 1945 - and, most distinctively, records his military occupational specialty as 'writer military subjects 274.' that designation gives context to the coat's unusual embroidered 'correspondent u.s. army' arc rocker, worn on an ordnance enlisted man's uniform tied to a front-line infantry division. pope's separation form lists no assigned battles or campaigns, but the archive suggests his duties ran toward unit journalism and morale publications rather than the motor-maintenance work of a typical ordnance technician, producing or contributing to irreverent mimeographed unit newsletters such as the surviving issues of the 'mudburg mirror' and 'intimate reflections.' a 7 february 1944 letter from capt. delbert e. mccune of the 893rd ordnance h.a.m. company, ordnance depot o-646, notifies pope's mother of his good conduct award, praising his 'exemplary conduct and devotion to duty.' the archive extends well beyond the war: postwar clippings and a 1981 branford land trust certificate document pope's later career as a town conservationist, publicist, and historian, while a lengthy handwritten reflection headed 'wicked weds 4-4-68' - composed, by pope's own account, in the hours between hearing that dr. martin luther king jr. had been shot and the news that he had died - offers a raw, unfiltered piece of american social commentary. a presidential memorial certificate honoring pope's memory, signed in facsimile by president george h. w. bush, indicates his death fell within the 1989-1993 administration. the olive-drab wool serge four-pocket service coat retains gilt u.s. and ordnance branch collar disks, a red-diamond 5th infantry division shoulder sleeve insignia, four gold overseas service bars on the left cuff denoting twenty-four months of foreign service, a wreathed device on the opposite cuff consistent with a meritorious unit commendation, an honorable discharge 'ruptured duck' patch above the right breast pocket, a three-ribbon bar over the left pocket corresponding to the european-african-middle eastern service medal, good conduct medal, and american defense service medal listed on his separation papers, and the named embroidered blue-and-gold 'correspondent u.s. army' arc rocker on the left shoulder. original brass-tone buttons are intact throughout, and the insignia retain bright color with secure stitching. the accompanying archive includes pope's original wd ago form 53-55 separation record, his honorable discharge certificate, a 1952 armed service discharge record, the 1944 good conduct commendation letter, numerous period photographs of pope in uniform and with family, surviving issues of the 'mudburg mirror' and 'intimate reflections' newsletters, his 1968 reflection on dr. king's assassination, the facsimile-signed presidential memorial certificate, the 1981 branford land trust tribute, and later newspaper clippings documenting his civic work. the coat shows only light, honest wear with no significant moth damage, tears, or staining apparent; the paper archive shows typical age toning, folding, and some edge wear, but remains complete and fully legible. a compelling named eto archive that unites a rare 'correspondent u.s. army' shoulder tab with a soldier's own voice, from mimeographed unit humor to an unguarded reckoning with the death of dr. martin luther king jr."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"259","title":{"en":"scarce wwii 5th div. correspondent coat & archive"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25849/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a scarce WWII 5th Division correspondent's coat and an accompanying archive. The U.S. Army uniform coat is made of khaki fabric and dates to the World War II period. It features a \"PROVISIONAL S.F. H.Q.\" patch on the left shoulder, a yellow diamond patch on the lapel, and multiple ribbons. The archive includes numerous documents, photographs, and letters, providing historical context and personal history related to a correspondent's service during WWII.","soldPrice":350,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:40:29.531Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - 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nasa during the apollo era. the group includes harter's olive-drab officer's service coat with matching trousers and shirt, retaining its original insignia and period tailor labels. the coat is identified internally to **\"a. c. harter\"** with handwritten service/order information, providing an important direct link to the named wearer. \n harter trained during world war ii as a **u.s. army air forces bombardier**, and the accompanying period newspaper clipping identifies **second lieutenant alan c. harter of westfield, new york**, as a graduate of the **big spring, texas bombardier school**, where he received the silver wings of a bombardier and his commission. the uniform reflects that wartime aviation background, displaying u.s. collar insignia, air corps aviation branch devices, the blue-and-gold **army air forces shoulder sleeve insignia**, and a prominent silver **bombardier badge** consisting of spread wings centered by the characteristic falling bomb device. the coat also retains rank and service detailing appropriate to an army air forces officer. \n what makes this grouping especially compelling is harter's remarkable second career in the american space program. **dr. alan c. harter later became chief of medical services at nasa's kennedy space center**, placing him directly within the operational medical structure supporting the apollo program. nasa records list him as ksc's chief medical officer/chief of medical services during the apollo period, and contemporary accounts document his participation in astronaut medical evaluation and launch-site medical operations. in october 1968, harter headed a medical team that examined **apollo 7 astronauts walter schirra, donn eisele, and walter cunningham** prior to the first crewed apollo mission, with the crew declared physically fit for flight. \n harter also had a direct and somber connection to one of the defining events in nasa history: the **apollo 1 fire of january 27, 1967**. nasa's official apollo history records that physicians **g. fred kelly and alan c. harter** reached the spacecraft after the hatch had been opened and participated in the immediate medical response. nasa accident documentation further records harter's involvement in the postmortem examinations of astronauts **virgil \"gus\" grissom, edward white ii, and roger chaffee**, including oversight of the removal and examination of the crew's clothing and personal effects as part of the formal investigation. \n harter remained an important medical figure at kennedy space center into the later apollo program. nasa material identifies him as **chief of ksc's medical services office** during apollo 15 preparations, where he was involved with illness surveillance and health-protection procedures for personnel in contact with flight crews. he is also specifically identified in apollo 14 launch-processing records as **dr. alan c. harter, ksc's chief of medical services**, alongside senior nasa flight-crew and medical personnel including deke slayton and dr. charles berry. :chatgpt-content-reference{index=\"2\"} nasa's own historical index further preserves contemporary ksc coverage of harter's work, including a 1968 feature describing how he \"wears 2 hats\" in his duties and a 1969 feature on his work in venezuela. \n the uniform itself remains an impressive and historically resonant artifact of harter's earlier military aviation career. the officer's coat retains its original **bombardier wings**, aviation branch insignia, u.s. collar devices, army air forces shoulder patch, and period tailor labels, while the accompanying shirt and trousers further complete the presentation. the military service material is particularly notable when viewed in the context of harter's later career: he progressed from wartime bombardier training in the army air forces to becoming one of the physicians entrusted with the health and safety of america's astronauts during the race to the moon. \n a compelling named grouping bridging **two defining eras of american aerospace history - world war ii military aviation and the apollo space program**. its association with a documented usaaf bombardier who later served as a senior nasa physician at kennedy space center, participated in apollo astronaut medical support, and was involved in the official medical response to the apollo 1 tragedy gives the uniform significance well beyond that of a standard named army air forces officer's set. an outstanding collection centerpiece for the specialist in **usaaf aviation, bombardiers, nasa, apollo, aerospace medicine, kennedy space center, or the history of american flight**."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"260","title":{"en":"apollo 11 and wwii historic uniform"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25850/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This historic uniform lot features a WWII U.S. Army officer's uniform. The khaki-colored uniform jacket, dating from the World War II era, is adorned with golden buttons, U.S. and winged propeller insignia on the lapels, and a blue shoulder patch. The image contextually pairs this uniform with an Apollo 11 astronaut suit and an American flag on what appears to be a lunar landscape, creating a striking juxtaposition of historic periods and achievements.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:41:36.483Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $1,000","currency":"USD","id":25850,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25851/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25851/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25851/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25851/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25851/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25851/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25851/007/007.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii royal canadian air force flying officer pilot's service dress tunic and trousers, named to f/o ellingson, j.42876 - fashion-craft makers, montreal, with embroidered pilot's wings and canada shoulder titles. offered here is a named world war ii royal canadian air force service dress uniform, tunic and matching trousers, hand-inked inside the trouser pocket lining to a service number reading \"j.42876\" alongside the surname \"ellingson.\" the tunic retains its embroidered king's crown pilot's flying badge, embroidered canada shoulder titles, rcaf-marked brass buttons bearing the crowned eagle, and a single flying officer rank stripe of braid on each cuff. no separate published biography for this officer has been located, and what is known of his service rests in the tailor's own inked hand upon the lining. the rcaf's blue-grey barathea service dress was cut directly from royal air force patterns, a visible reminder of the close operational integration between the two air forces during the war, when canadian aircrew trained under the british commonwealth air training plan and served alongside raf squadrons in the uk and other theatres. the embroidered canada shoulder titles were adopted for overseas wear so that canadian personnel serving within larger raf formations could be readily distinguished, while the pilot's brevet marked a qualification earned through completed flying training, a distinction achieved by only a portion of rcaf recruits. the named pocket lining offers a genuine starting point for tracing the individual airman who wore this uniform, though the specific squadron, posting, or operational record of f/o ellingson has not been established from the material at hand. the four-pocket, single-breasted tunic displays its embroidered pilot's wings above the left breast pocket, canada titles on each shoulder, and flying officer cuff braid; its buttons are struck with the king's crown, eagle, and \"r.c.a.f.\" legend. the interior bears a woven \"fashion-craft\" makers label and a full satin-finish lining. the matching trousers carry a lighter cotton pocket lining with the period ink inscription noting the service number and surname. the set presents in very good to excellent condition, with strong retained color to the wool barathea and no moth damage evident. the tunic's satin lining shows expected age wrinkling and light seam stress; the trouser pocket lining shows toning consistent with age around the inscription. all insignia and buttons remain securely affixed and appear original to the garments."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"261","title":{"en":"wwii rcaf pilot f/o ellingson named uniform"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25851/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a named WWII RCAF (Royal Canadian Air Force) Pilot F/O Ellingson uniform. The two-piece uniform, comprising a jacket and trousers, is made of a light grey-blue fabric and dates from the World War II period. The jacket features golden buttons, four pleated pockets, and a distinctive golden pilot's wing badge with a crown emblem on the left chest. Gold and blue piping detail the cuffs and collar, indicating rank and service.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.166Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25851,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25852/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25852/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25852/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25852/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25852/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25852/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25852/007/007.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii rafvr warrant officer tunic, observer wing, m. raf volunteer reserve warrant officer service dress tunic with 'o' observer brevet, four-ribbon bar, and mentioned in dispatches oak leaf, circa 1940-1945 offered is an original royal air force volunteer reserve service dress tunic tailored for a warrant officer aircrew observer, complete with brass 'vr' collar titles, an embroidered 'o' half-wing brevet, and an attached ribbon bar denoting overseas and home service alongside a mentioned in dispatches emblem. no named recipient or accompanying paperwork is present, and no separate published biography accompanies the tunic; however, the 39-45 ribbon shows a period battle of britain rosette. the rafvr formed the backbone of bomber, fighter, and coastal command aircrew during the second world war, drawing in tens of thousands of civilian volunteers trained as pilots, navigators, bomb aimers, and wireless operators. the gold-thread 'o' half-wing worn on the left breast identifies its wearer as a qualified observer - the pre-1942 aircrew designation that combined navigation and bomb-aiming duties before the raf split these into distinct trades. as a warrant officer, the highest attainable non-commissioned rank, he would have carried considerable operational experience, underscored by the small bronze oak leaf emblem affixed to the final ribbon of his bar, denoting a mentioned in despatches - official recognition for gallant or meritorious service noted in the london gazette, though the specific citation has not been traced in the accompanying research. the tunic is constructed in standard raf blue-grey wool serge, with notched lapels, four bellows-style pleated patch pockets with shaped flaps, and gilt brass raf-pattern buttons bearing the eagle motif in low relief. brass 'vr' collar badges are mounted to each lapel point. the embroidered royal arms (king's crown coat of arms, with the"},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"262","title":{"en":"wwii rafvr battle of britain observer"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25852/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a WWII RAFVR (Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve) Battle of Britain observer's jacket. The jacket, made of a light blue-grey fabric, dates from the World War II period, specifically the Battle of Britain era. It displays gold-toned buttons, four pleated pockets, and prominent 'VR' collar tabs. A gold observer wing badge with a central 'O' is pinned to the left chest, alongside a ribbon bar with multiple service ribbons, indicating a decorated military career.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.168Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25852,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25853/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25853/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25853/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25853/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25853/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25853/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25853/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25853/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25853/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25853/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25853/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25853/012/012.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii royal canadian air force pilot officer service dress tunic by fashion-craft makers with embroidered pilot wings and canada shoulder title, together with a matching officer's peaked \"crusher\" cap by hamilton uniform cap company ltd., hamilton, ontario. offered here is an evocative, unattributed grouping of royal canadian air force officer's service dress, comprising a blue-grey barathea wool tunic and its companion visor cap, both dating to the second world war. no separate published biography has been located for the original wearer, and the story of this uniform rests entirely in the details it carries: the narrow braid of a pilot officer, king's crown rcaf-marked buttons, and the embroidered pilot's flying badge sewn proudly above the left breast pocket. the grouping speaks to the thousands of young canadians who trained and served under the british commonwealth air training plan, which made canada the allied world's largest air-training organization of the war. many bcatp graduates went on to fly with raf bomber, fighter, and coastal commands overseas, wearing this exact pattern of officer's service dress - tailored in canada by firms such as fashion-craft - with the curved \"canada\" flash marking them out among their british and commonwealth counterparts. the embroidered pilot wings, awarded only on successful completion of elementary and service flying training school, represent the culmination of that training and the official recognition of qualification as aircrew. whether this particular officer served overseas or within home war command, the tunic and cap together preserve a tangible link to that generation of canadian airmen who trained a continent's worth of pilots for war. the tunic, labelled \"fashion-craft\" makers to the inner pocket, is constructed of blue-grey wool barathea with four bellows pockets, king's crown \"r.c.a.f.\"-marked brass buttons throughout, single narrow pilot officer rank braid to both cuffs, and a curved embroidered \"canada\" shoulder title. notably, one of the canada shoulder titles exhibits a period-sewn patch covering the embroidery; the intent or reasoning behind this deliberate modification remains unknown, offering an intriguing point for further research. a bullion-embroidered raf/rcaf pilot's wing badge is sewn above the left breast. the right shoulder retains a plain blue-grey fabric patch stitched over the upper sleeve where an additional insignia has been removed or covered; its original form cannot be determined from the surviving material. the accompanying service dress peaked cap, by hamilton uniform cap company ltd. of hamilton, ontario, retains its bullion king's crown pilot officer cap badge, ribbed mohair band, black leather chinstrap with sliding buckle and vent eyelets, and a softened, deployed \"crusher\" silhouette to the crown; the interior shows a red sateen lining, tan leather sweatband, and the maker's gilt-printed label. the lot comprises the two items only - tunic and cap - with no accompanying medals, insignia, or paperwork present. condition is fair to good for age: the tunic shows surface dust and general creasing consistent with long-term storage, along with the noted shoulder patch; the cap shows pronounced sun fading and soiling to the crown and band, heavy creasing, small stitched repairs to the lining near the sweatband, and expected wear to the chinstrap. a genuine and displayable second world war rcaf officer's flying uniform pairing, its winged badge and canada flash preserving the identity of the dominion's airmen of the bcatp era."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"263","title":{"en":"wwii rcaf pilot officer tunic & crusher cap"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25853/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot includes a WWII RCAF (Royal Canadian Air Force) pilot officer tunic and a crusher cap. The light blue-grey tunic, dating from the World War II period, features golden buttons, four pleated pockets, and a distinctive golden pilot's wing badge with a crown emblem. Gold and blue piping details the cuffs, indicating rank. The accompanying crusher cap is of a matching color and also displays a golden RCAF badge, completing the pilot officer's uniform ensemble.","soldPrice":225,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:43:47.093Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25853,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25854/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25854/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25854/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25854/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25854/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25854/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25854/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii royal air force sergeant pilot's blue-grey service dress tunic - john fairdale ltd., dated october 1941, with embroidered raf pilot's wings, sergeant chevrons, and original cloth belt offered is an original world war ii royal air force other airmen's (oa) service dress tunic, tailored for a non-commissioned sergeant pilot. the jacket carries no name or identification to an individual airman, and no separate published biography has been located; its interest rests instead in its crisp, fully legible maker's label, its precise wartime dating, and the complete set of period rank and qualification insignia it retains in place. the padded kc, hand embroidered raf wings are indicative of the period, and are original to the uniform. raf sergeant pilots formed a substantial part of fighter and bomber command aircrew through the battle of britain and the years that followed, flying spitfires, hurricanes, and heavier bomber types alongside commissioned officers, often earning a commission only after extended operational service. the blue-grey oa tunic pattern seen here was the standard-issue jacket for airmen and senior non-commissioned ranks, cut from heavy service wool in the familiar four-pocket, belted-back silhouette of raf dress of the period. the october 1941 production date places manufacture in the year following the battle of britain, during the blitz and the build-up of bomber command's early offensive operations, when demand for trained sergeant pilots - and for replacement uniforms to clothe them - remained acute. while the tunic's insignia cannot by themselves confirm a wearer's squadron, campaign, or presence over southern england in 1940, they document precisely the class of decorated non-commissioned aircrew the raf depended upon throughout the war's early and middle years. the tunic retains its embroidered, crowned raf pilot's wings above the left breast pocket and sergeant's three-bar chevrons on both upper sleeves, each with only light edge wear consistent with issue use. brass king's crown raf buttons, decorated with the eagle-and-crown device, fasten the front closure and both breast-pocket flaps, and the matching wool cloth belt with its brass sliding buckle remains fitted at the waist. the interior label is exceptionally crisp and fully legible, reading"},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"263A","title":{"en":"wwii raf sgt pilot tunic, battle of britain"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25854/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II era Royal Air Force (RAF) Sergeant Pilot tunic, specifically from the Battle of Britain period. The military uniform piece is made of gray wool, featuring four brass-colored buttons on the front, two chest pockets, and a belt with a buckle around the waist. Notable visual features include pilot's wings with a crown emblem above the right chest pocket and two sergeant's stripes on each sleeve, along with a small black patch on the left shoulder.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:44:48.152Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25854,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25855/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25855/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25855/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25855/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25855/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25855/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25855/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25855/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"1949 pattern battledress blouse and trousers badged to the duke of cornwall's light infantry and 43rd (wessex) infantry division, dated 1953 by john hammond & co. (1922) ltd., with cased brass pocket cornet and brass bulb horn offered is a postwar british army 1949 pattern battledress blouse and matching trousers, badged with embroidered d.c.l.i. shoulder titles of the duke of cornwall's light infantry above the gold-on-navy wyvern formation patch of the 43rd (wessex) infantry division. the blouse's interior label is fully legible, reading \"blouse, battledress, 1949 pattern, \" size no. 10, with war department broad arrow and a 1953 date beneath the maker's name, john hammond & co. (1922) ltd. no individual soldier's name, number, or separate biography accompanies the grouping; the story here rests entirely in the uniform's insignia, tailor's label, and the accompanying instruments rather than a documented personal narrative. introduced in the years following the second world war, the 1949 pattern battledress was britain's first major postwar revision of the wartime uniform, retaining the practical wool serge construction of its 1937 and 1940 pattern predecessors while adopting open lapels intended for wear with a collared shirt and tie. this example's insignia dates it to the d.c.l.i.'s final decade as an independent regiment before its 1959 amalgamation into the somerset and cornwall light infantry. the 43rd (wessex) division's wyvern, worn here on a cold war-era battledress rather than the wartime pattern the division carried through normandy and north-west europe in 1944-45, reflects the formation's continuation as a territorial division into the 1950s, tying this uniform to the reorganized postwar infantry establishment rather than to wartime combat service. the khaki wool blouse has open lapels, pleated buttoned breast pockets, a fitted waistband with belt, and the d.c.l.i. and wyvern insignia sewn to the left and right upper sleeves. the matching wool trousers have flap pockets, button closures, and are cut to the same 1949 pattern. the compact three-valve brass pocket cornet, its brass showing an attractive untouched patina, rests in its own fitted case lined in worn, stained velvet; no maker's mark has been identified. the separate coiled brass bulb horn has a flared bell, riveted seams, and an aged, dried leather-and-rubber squeeze bulb; it appears to be a vintage signal horn rather than a piece of issued military kit. also present is a length of striped webbing or braid visible folded with the trousers. overall the uniform survives in very good vintage condition, with a clean, fully legible label, sound stitching, and crisp insignia. the brass instruments show heavy oxidation, verdigris, and handling wear consistent with age and storage; playing condition of neither has been tested, and the cornet case shows notable exterior scuffing and case-lining staining. a characterful, well-documented 1953 d.c.l.i. and wessex division battledress, its clearly dated tailor's label anchoring the grouping precisely, paired with two brass instruments that broaden its appeal well beyond uniform collectors alone."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"264","title":{"en":"1953 dcli 43rd wessex battledress musician"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25855/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot includes a 1953 DCLI 43rd Wessex Battledress uniform for a musician, comprising a jacket, trousers, and musical instruments. The brown woolen jacket features two chest pockets and is cinched at the waist, while the matching trousers have button closures at the ankles. Accompanying the uniform are a brass trumpet in a velvet-lined case and a brass bugle with a green cover and black mouthpiece, indicating its use by a military musician.","soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:45:15.248Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25855,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25856/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25856/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25856/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25856/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25856/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25856/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25856/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25856/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25856/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25856/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25856/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25856/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25856/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25856/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25856/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25856/016/016.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf corporal's cbi / 14th air force \"flying tigers\" uniform grouping - model 1939 four-pocket service coat (size 38r, laundry mark h-0527), khaki chino shirt, and botany wool tie, with theater-made shoulder insignia, aerial gunner wing, armorer cuff patch, and five-clasp marksmanship badge this three-piece uniform grouping is identified only by its insignia to an unnamed usaaf corporal who served in the china-burma-india theater under the 14th air force, the command built by major general claire l. chennault around the legacy of the american volunteer group. associated with lot 313 a-2 jacket activated in china in march 1943, the 14th air force absorbed the china air task force and inherited both the mission and the iconography of the original \"flying tigers.\" ground crews, armorers and aircrew serving under chennault operated at the far end of the allied supply chain, dependent on materiel flown \"over the hump\" from india, and it became common practice for personnel in this theater to commission locally embroidered insignia from chinese and indian tailors as a mark of pride and unit identity - a practice vividly preserved in the hand-worked 14th air force shoulder patch and cbi shield present on both coat and shirt in this lot. the model 1939 four-pocket wool service coat is the centerpiece of the grouping, its right shoulder bearing a theater-made 14th air force \"flying tiger\" patch and its left a hand-embroidered cbi shield, both worked in the characteristic coarse stitching of asian tailor shops. wool corporal chevrons are sewn to both sleeves, and a small blue triangular bomb/armorer trade patch appears on the lower left sleeve. the left breast displays a silver aerial gunner wing above two rows of ribbon bars, including the asiatic-pacific campaign ribbon, alongside a five-clasp marksmanship badge reading expert, carbine, rifle, sharpshooter and pistol; a yellow diamond qualification patch, u.s. and branch collar discs, and an honorable discharge \"ruptured duck\" complete the coat's identifying insignia. the coat interior retains a legible ink laundry mark \"h-0527\" and size notation \"38r.\" the accompanying khaki cotton chino shirt repeats the theater-made 14th air force and cbi shoulder patches, matching corporal chevrons, and the armorer cuff patch, while the botany-labeled wool tie completes the set. condition on the wool coat is very good, with strong fabric integrity, sharp stitching, and intact insignia showing only honest period wear and minor fraying at patch edges. the khaki shirt shows more pronounced age toning, surface staining and creasing consistent with theater wear and long-term storage. the tie shows only light wear. no papers or additional accessories accompany the lot. a visually striking, theater-patched cbi and 14th air force enlisted uniform grouping that captures, in cloth and thread, the hand-worked insignia culture unique to the flying tigers' ground war over the hump."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"265","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf cbi 14th af flying tigers uniform grp"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25856/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a group of World War II USAAF CBI (China-Burma-India) 14th Air Force 'Flying Tigers' uniforms. The primary garment is a dark olive green woolen military jacket with gold-colored buttons, four pockets, and numerous ribbons and medals on the left chest. Distinctive patches include the 14th Air Force 'Flying Tigers' emblem on the left shoulder and a yellow diamond-shaped patch on the left chest, alongside a lighter khaki-colored shirt in the background.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:46:42.619Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25856,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25857/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25857/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25857/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25857/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25857/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25857/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii united states marine corps pattern 1941 herringbone twill utility jacket, stenciled usmc/eagle-globe-anchor chest pocket, inner collar marked \"ht-338,\" heavily field-worn example offered here is an original wwii-era usmc p41 hbt utility jacket, the classic three-pocket herringbone twill fatigue coat worn by marines across the pacific island campaigns. the chest pocket carries a bold, fully legible block-stenciled usmc over an eagle, globe, and anchor device, while the inner collar bears an inked laundry-style mark reading \"ht-338\" - a small but evocative trace of the quartermaster system that once tracked garments through unit or depot laundry rotation. that mark has not been linked to any identified marine; no individual name, unit designation, or separate published history accompanies this jacket, and its story must be read through its construction, markings, and wear rather than documentation. adopted in 1941 to replace the earlier blue denim work uniform, the p41 hbt jacket quickly became the de facto combat and fatigue garment of the marine corps in the pacific theater, valued in the field for its lightweight, quick-drying sage-green cotton twill that held up under jungle humidity, coral dust, and constant wear. marines carried this pattern ashore at guadalcanal, tarawa, peleliu, iwo jima, and okinawa, often as their principal garment through the sweltering, brutal island campaigns of 1943-1945, and the type remained in issue into the korean war. genuinely field-worn survivors such as this - bearing honest staining and wear rather than artificial distressing - are increasingly prized by collectors as tactile, wearable connections to that island-hopping war. the jacket is constructed of sage/olive hbt cotton twill in the standard three-patch-pocket configuration: one chest pocket bearing the stenciled usmc/ega marking, clear and dark against the faded ground, and two larger patch pockets at the waist. all visible buttons are the correct blackened donut-style tack buttons embossed \"u.s. marine corps, \" present at collar, placket, and both cuffs, and all appear original, intact, and securely fastened, with no replaced hardware noted. the inner collar retains the handwritten/stamped laundry mark \"ht-338\"; no maker or contract stamp is otherwise visible in the photographs. an honestly aged, visually striking p41 hbt jacket whose crisp ega stencil, marked buttons, and salty combat-worn surface make it a tangible relic of the marine corps' hard-fought war across the pacific."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"266","title":{"en":"wwii usmc p41 hbt utility jacket, ega, ht-338"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25857/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II USMC P41 HBT (Herringbone Twill) utility jacket. The military garment is made from light olive-drab green cotton HBT fabric, showing wear and discoloration. It features five button closures down the front and three large patch pockets, with 'USMC' and the 'EGA' (Eagle, Globe, and Anchor) emblem stenciled in black on the left chest pocket.","soldPrice":225,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:48:52.497Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25857,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25858/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25858/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25858/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25858/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25858/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usmc p-41 hbt utility jacket, salty ega stenc. world war ii united states marine corps pattern 1941 (p-41) herringbone twill utility jacket, sage-green combat fatigue coat with stenciled usmc/eagle, globe, and anchor breast marking and genuine field-worn puncture damage this lot offers an original p-41 utility jacket, the workhorse combat coat issued to marines across the pacific theater from 1941 through the opening months of the korean war. adopted in 1941 to replace earlier denim and cotton fatigue clothing, the p-41 became the standard utility uniform of the wartime marine corps, worn by riflemen, engineers, and support troops alike through guadalcanal, tarawa, saipan, peleliu, iwo jima, and every major amphibious campaign of the pacific war. its coarse, durable hbt weave and simple three-pocket cut suited jungle and island fighting where uniforms were routinely torn, patched, sweat-soaked, and discarded once beyond salvage. surviving examples with genuine period wear are prized by collectors precisely because so many jackets of this type were used up rather than preserved; the scattered punctures and frayed pocket mouths on this coat are consistent with that kind of hard field service rather than later staging or artificial distressing. the jacket is cut in standard p-41 configuration: notched collar, front button placket, one patch chest pocket, and two lower patch pockets, all in olive-drab cotton herringbone twill. the chest pocket carries a black-stenciled two-line"},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"267","title":{"en":"wwii usmc p-41 hbt utility jacket, salty ega"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25858/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a 'salty' World War II USMC P-41 HBT (Herringbone Twill) utility jacket. The military work jacket is constructed from worn light olive-drab green cotton HBT fabric, displaying significant signs of wear including small holes on the front. It features five button closures, three large patch pockets, and 'USMC' with the 'EGA' (Eagle, Globe, and Anchor) emblem stenciled in black on the left chest pocket.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.170Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25858,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25859/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25859/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25859/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25859/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"vietnam war 4th pattern erdl ripstop jungle jacket. u.s. vietnam war era 4th pattern erdl camouflage ripstop tropical combat coat, class 2, slant-pocket jungle jacket, circa 1968-1970 offered here is an original u.s. military coat, man's, camouflage, cotton wind resistant rip-stop poplin - better known to collectors as the 4th pattern erdl jungle jacket, a garment synonymous with the vietnam war's reconnaissance and infantry units alike. no named recipient or unit provenance accompanies this example; the manufacturer's tag has been removed, leaving only ghost stitch marks at the interior neck and lower placket, and no separate published biography exists - its story rests entirely in the object itself. developed in 1948 by the army's engineer research and development laboratories, the erdl leaf pattern remained largely unused for nearly two decades until the escalating jungle war in southeast asia demanded better concealment than standard olive drab fatigues could offer. beginning in 1967-1968, erdl-printed ripstop poplin uniforms were issued first to special forces, lrrp teams, and marine corps reconnaissance elements operating in the dense terrain of the central highlands and i corps, the pattern prized for its effectiveness against the layered greens and browns of the vietnamese canopy. standard infantry and additional marine units gradually received the pattern as production scaled up toward the decade's end, making surviving examples a tangible link to the war's evolving camouflage doctrine and to the men who wore them on patrol. the jacket retains the classic slant-pocket 4th pattern cut: a pointed stand collar with concealed button front closure, twin chest pockets of bellowed construction with drain holes for jungle runoff, and two lower bellowed cargo-style pockets similarly fitted for drainage. adjustable button-tab cuffs close each sleeve, and all buttons are the correct period dark olive-green plastic. the ripstop poplin fabric shows honest, consistent fading and softening throughout, consistent with extended field wear and repeated laundering typical of issue garments from this era. no case, insignia, or accompanying paperwork is present; the jacket is offered as the sole item in this lot. condition is fair to good for an unlabeled combat-worn example: the collar seam shows notable fraying and loose threads at the neck opening, the lower pocket flap edges - particularly the proper left cargo pocket - exhibit pronounced wear and separation along the stitched edge, and the internal tag is absent, leaving only stitch ghosting where the manufacturer and instruction labels once sat. an honest, field-worn survivor of the war's signature camouflage pattern - the kind of jacket that clothed the men who fought through the highlands and jungles of vietnam."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"268","title":{"en":"vietnam war 4th pattern erdl ripstop jungle"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25859/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a Vietnam War era 4th pattern ERDL (Engineer Research and Development Laboratory) ripstop jungle jacket. The military field jacket features a distinctive green, brown, and tan camouflage pattern. It has a button-front closure, two chest pockets, and two lower cargo pockets, all with buttoned flaps, showcasing the durable ripstop fabric construction.","soldPrice":40,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:49:55.866Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25859,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25860/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25860/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25860/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25860/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25860/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25860/012/012.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"vietnam war usmc erdl lowland ripstop tropical combat coat, stenciled ega pocket, x-small regular, circa 1968-1970 offered is an original vietnam war-era u.s. marine corps tropical combat coat in the erdl \"lowland\" (green-dominant) camouflage pattern, a 4th/5th pattern jungle jacket cut from lightweight cotton ripstop poplin. the left chest pocket retains its black stenciled eagle, globe, and anchor above the block letters \"usmc, \" confirming marine corps issue. no individual name, unit marking, or personal provenance accompanies the jacket; its story rests in the garment itself, the surviving stencil, and the woven size tag, and no separate biography has been located for this example. the erdl pattern, developed by the u.s. army's engineer research and development laboratories, was trialed in limited numbers beginning in 1967 before wider issue from 1968 to reconnaissance teams, special forces detachments, and select marine corps units operating in the dense terrain of vietnam. the four-pocket coat, lighter and quicker-drying than the solid olive-drab jungle utilities it supplemented, was prized by marines on patrol in the heat and humidity of i corps and beyond. the lowland, green-dominant colorway seen here reflects the pattern's early adaptation for lowland jungle and rice-paddy environments, and usmc-stenciled examples are encountered less frequently than their army counterparts from the same period. the coat is constructed of lightweight ripstop poplin with a notched collar and four bellows-style patch pockets, each closed by a scalloped, buttoned flap; button cuffs adjust at the sleeve ends. the left breast pocket bears the black stenciled \"usmc\" lettering beneath a worn eagle, globe, and anchor device, the lettering more legible than the device itself. an interior woven label reads \"x-small regular, \" giving a chest range up to 33 inches and height up to 67 inches; the manufacturer/contract portion of the tag has washed out. an honestly worn, marine-stenciled example of the scarcer erdl lowland jungle jacket, its combat-honest ripstop and surviving ega stencil offering tangible testimony to the vietnam-era leatherneck in the field."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"269","title":{"en":"vietnam usmc ripstop camo jacket"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25860/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a Vietnam War-era USMC ripstop camouflage jacket. The jacket features a distinct green, brown, and black camouflage pattern, characteristic of the 'ERDL' or 'leaf' pattern. It has a button-front closure, a collar, and four prominent pleated patch pockets on the front. The right breast pocket is stenciled with 'USMC'. This piece of military uniform dates from the Vietnam War period, reflecting the design and materials used for combat in jungle environments.","soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:50:39.985Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25860,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25861/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25861/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25861/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25861/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25861/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25861/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25861/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25861/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25861/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25861/020/020.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"rare vietnam 1st pattern jungle jacket, exposed bu. u.s. 1st pattern og-107 tropical combat coat (mil-c-43199), exposed-button 'jungle jacket, ' circa 1963-1964, vietnam war advisor/special forces issue, collar marked '5011' and numbered patch '19' offered is a scarce example of the u.s. military's 1st pattern tropical combat coat, the earliest and most sought-after of the vietnam-era jungle fatigue jackets, distinguished throughout by its exposed pocket-flap buttons, shoulder epaulets, side waist-adjustment tabs, and lightweight olive-drab cotton poplin construction. no individual recipient biography accompanies the jacket; its story rests in its physical construction and the field-applied laundry markings - a handwritten '5011' inked across the interior collar and a small sewn cloth patch numbered '19' stitched below it - consistent with unit laundry or supply-room inventory practice rather than any personal identification. introduced in 1963 as american advisors and early special forces detachments required more practical clothing for the punishing heat and humidity of southeast asia, the 1st pattern jungle coat marks the opening chapter of a distinctive vietnam-era uniform lineage. its four capacious bellows pockets offered ready storage, while the slanted upper pockets could be reached beneath web gear. the exposed buttons that make this pattern immediately recognizable, however, proved a liability in the field, snagging repeatedly on dense jungle vegetation; the army corrected the flaw within roughly two years, adopting covered pocket flaps for the 2nd pattern by 1965 and rendering the original exposed-button configuration a short-lived production anomaly worn only in the earliest, most fluid years of american involvement in vietnam - a transitional design now prized by collectors of early vietnam war tropical uniforms. the jacket retains its four front bellows pockets, each closed by two exposed buttons, along with its front button closure, pointed collar, shoulder epaulets, adjustable button cuffs, and buttoned waist-adjustment tabs at the rear. the interior collar bears the handwritten '5011' and the sewn '19' numbered patch noted above; original contractor and size tags are faded and largely illegible from wear and laundering. ghosting and residual threads are visible on the left chest and left sleeve, marking the former positions of a removed pocket name/branch tape and shoulder sleeve insignia, both since taken off; their original wording cannot be determined from the coat. a genuinely scarce exposed-button 1st pattern jungle jacket - the short-lived, quickly superseded design that stands among the true prize pieces of early vietnam war tropical uniform collecting."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"270","title":{"en":"rare vietnam 1st pattern jungle jacket"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25861/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a rare Vietnam War 1st Pattern jungle jacket. The jacket is made of olive drab green cotton material, featuring a button-front closure, a collar, and four large, bellows-style pockets on the front. Visible stitching and a somewhat faded appearance indicate its age and use. This early pattern uniform jacket dates from the Vietnam War period, representing the initial designs for U.S. military combat attire in tropical conditions.","soldPrice":225,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:51:11.549Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25861,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25862/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25862/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25862/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25862/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25862/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25862/020/020.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25862/021/021.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25862/022/022.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25862/023/023.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25862/024/024.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25862/025/025.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25862/026/026.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25862/027/027.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25862/028/028.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii imperial japanese army type 98 (1938 pattern) officer's field tunic and matching riding breeches for a major (shsa), with rank collar tabs and a nine-place campaign ribbon bar offered here is a complete imperial japanese army type 98 officer's uniform - field tunic and matching high-waisted riding breeches - tailored for a field-grade officer holding the rank of major (, shsa), as denoted by the red collar tabs bearing two gold-wire stripes and a single silver five-pointed star. no separate published biography accompanies this grouping; the record of its original wearer rests in the tailoring, rank insignia, and the nine-place ribbon bar mounted to the left breast, which together point to a career officer with extended field service rather than a garrison posting. introduced in 1938 - imperial year 2598, from which the type 98 designation derives - this pattern replaced the earlier stand-collar tunic and became the standard field and service dress of the imperial japanese army through the second sino-japanese war and into the pacific war. unlike enlisted issue, officers' uniforms were private purchase, obtained through the kaiksha officers' association network or independent tailors, which accounts for the higher-grade wool, fitted cut, and personalized construction seen here. a major of this period typically commanded a battalion or served as regimental staff, and the multi-colored ribbon bar - its varied hues consistent with campaign and commemorative service awards of the era - suggests a veteran of the protracted fighting on the asian mainland that preceded japan's entry into the wider pacific conflict, though the individual awards cannot be confirmed from the ribbons alone. the tunic is finished in olive-drab wool with a turn-down collar bearing the red major's tabs, gold bullion rank stripes, and silver star; paired dark-green woven braid rings each cuff; two breast pockets and two lower flap pockets are fitted with horn/composition buttons, and a sword-hanger slit opens at the left side seam. the nine-place ribbon bar, arranged in three rows, is pinned above the left breast pocket, presently mounted upside down but appears complete with all ribbon segments intact. an interior pocket retains a label with faded handwritten ink characters, now largely illegible. the matching riding breeches are cut from the same wool with a high waistband, slanted front pockets, a rear button-flap pocket, and buttoned vents at the ankle for boot wear. the lot comprises the tunic and breeches only, together with the mounted ribbon bar as illustrated; no headwear, belt, or additional insignia are present. condition is good for the type: light overall soiling and fading to high-friction areas such as the collar, cuffs, and seat, minor staining to the breeches' waistband lining and tunic interior, and scattered small pinholes or moth nips consistent with wool of this age. the ribbon bar, though displaced from correct orientation, remains fully mounted and undamaged. a well-preserved, privately tailored type 98 major's uniform whose rank tabs and campaign ribbon bar quietly testify to years of imperial japanese army field service on the asian continent."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"271","title":{"en":"ww2 japanese officer\u2019s uniform and ribbons"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25862/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War II era Japanese officer's uniform. It is a military uniform, specifically an officer's service dress. The uniform consists of a full set, including a tunic and breeches, made from olive drab fabric. The tunic features four front pockets, collar insignia, and a set of campaign ribbons on the left chest. The breeches have button closures along the lower leg. This uniform represents Japanese military attire from the WWII period.","soldPrice":350,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:51:49.167Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25862,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25863/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25863/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25863/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25863/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25863/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25863/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf sergeant's khaki service shirt with theater-made cbi and hap arnold patches, dfc & air medal ribbon bar, and partial laundry mark \"8445\" offered is a world war ii u.s. army air forces enlisted summer service khaki cotton shirt, distinguished by a pair of finely hand-embroidered theater-made shoulder insignia and a well-earned ribbon bar. the right shoulder carries a china-burma-india (cbi) shoulder sleeve patch worked in heavy silk floss on twill, while the left shoulder bears a theater-made usaaf \"hap arnold\" winged-star device above hand-embroidered sergeant's chevrons in silver-toned thread. a partial ink laundry mark reading \"8445\" survives on the interior hem, a small but evocative trace of the original owner that has not been further traced to service records; no separate biography has been located, and the story here rests entirely in the insignia and decorations themselves. the soldier's breast ribbons speak to genuine aerial combat service in the cbi: the distinguished flying cross, the air medal with oak leaf cluster denoting a second award, the army good conduct medal, and the asiatic-pacific campaign medal with attached battle stars, mounted above the left pocket. an army presidential unit citation ribbon is worn over the right breast pocket, marking assignment to a unit cited for extraordinary heroism. together these awards place the wearer within the air war fought over \"the hump, \" the treacherous himalayan air corridor that supplied allied and chinese forces across the cbi theater, an undertaking plagued by monsoon weather, high terrain, and japanese fighter interception. airmen and ground crew stationed in india and china frequently turned to local tailors and embroiderers to produce vividly colored, hand-worked insignia unobtainable through standard quartermaster channels, and the cbi patch and hap arnold device on this shirt are strong, well-executed examples of that tradition. the shirt is of standard two-pocket khaki cotton twill construction with a period-correct collar and button cuffs. the cbi patch, worked in red, white, and blue silk on a dark twill ground with a nationalist chinese sun device above the shield, remains vivid with tight, raised stitching. the left-shoulder usaaf insignia shows finely graduated gold and silver embroidered wings flanking a red-centered star on blue twill, still bright and fully intact. silver-toned sergeant's chevrons are hand-embroidered directly below in matching thread. the five-ribbon bar above the left pocket is firmly sewn with bright, correctly sequenced colors, and the presidential unit citation ribbon is separately mounted over the right pocket; a small metal device, likely a private-purchase pin, is affixed to the left pocket flap. a visually strong, theater-attributed cbi grouping whose hand-worked insignia and combat ribbon bar bring the hard-fought air war over the hump vividly to life."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"272","title":{"en":"scarce wwii cbi theater-made shirt w/ dfc, am"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25863/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a scarce World War II CBI (China-Burma-India) theater-made military shirt, adorned with a Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) and Air Medal (AM) ribbon bar. The light khaki-colored cotton shirt has a button-front closure and two chest pockets. Notable features include a colorful ribbon bar above the left chest pocket and a shoulder patch on the left sleeve, indicating its origin and commendations.","soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:52:40.294Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25863,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25864/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25864/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25864/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25864/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"world war ii u.s. army air forces olive drab four-pocket wool service coat with 8th air force shoulder sleeve insignia, sergeant chevrons, aaf collar disk, ruptured duck discharge patch, and small wwii service ribbon bar. lower sleeve blue triangular device as shown. named owner not identified. condition very good. named to robert w. groff."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"273","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf uniform - robert w. groff"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25864/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II USAAF uniform jacket belonging to Robert W. 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Rank insignia is also visible on the lapel and collar, consistent with a military uniform from the WWII era.","soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:53:38.953Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25864,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25865/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25865/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25865/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25865/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25865/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25865/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25865/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25865/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25865/009/009.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"1917 wwi 1st army aero service nco observer uniform. world war i u.s. army olive drab standing-collar service coat with first army air service ssi (black \"a\" with tricolor roundel), red pfc chevron, one overseas chevron, and air service winged-propeller collar disk. dark residue above left pocket indicates a removed qualification badge (wings not present). named owner not shown. condition good with noted breast residue."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"274","title":{"en":"1917 wwi 1st army aero service nco observer"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25865/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a 1917 World War I 1st Army Aero Service NCO observer uniform jacket. The khaki-colored wool uniform features a stand-up collar, four front pockets, and button closures. Notable visual features include a large 'A' patch with a circular emblem on the right shoulder, and red chevron stripes on the lower right sleeve, indicating rank. The jacket has a military style characteristic of WWI-era uniforms.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.172Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25865,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25866/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25866/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25866/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25866/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25866/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25866/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25866/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25866/008/008.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii eto ike jacket with stitched ribbons - named \"graham\". world war ii u.s. army m1944 \"ike\" jacket with advanced section (adsec) communications zone eto ssi, technician 4th grade (t/4) chevrons, four overseas bars and one service stripe, corps of engineers castle collar disk with u.s. disk, good conduct / american campaign / eame ribbon bar, and ruptured duck patch. named owner not shown. condition good. named \"graham\". nice dogtag chain stitched around the outside of the eto patch."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"275","title":{"en":"wwii eto ike jacket with stitched ribbons - named"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25866/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a named World War II European Theater of Operations (ETO) 'Ike' jacket, a type of military uniform jacket. The khaki-colored jacket features stitched ribbons above the left chest pocket and various patches. Notable visual features include a circular patch with a star, eagle, and '300' text on the right shoulder, three chevron stripes, and four embroidered bars on the lower left sleeve, indicating rank and service. The jacket has a tailored, waist-length cut typical of an Ike jacket.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.173Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25866,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25867/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25867/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25867/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25867/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25867/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25867/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25867/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25867/008/008.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii us army air forces m-1944 'ike' field jacket with theater-made bullion 8th air force and eto headquarters shoulder patches, sergeant's chevrons, six overseas service bars, and ruptured duck discharge emblem offered is an original world war ii us army air forces enlisted man's field jacket - the waist-length 'ike' jacket officially designated jacket, field, wool, o.d., adopted in 1944 - dressed with a superb pair of theater-made bullion shoulder insignia: a hand-embroidered 'mighty eighth' 8th air force patch on the right shoulder and a finely worked european theater of operations (eto) headquarters patch on the left. the jacket is rated to a sergeant, with sergeant's chevrons sewn to both sleeves and six gold bullion overseas service bars mounted on the lower left cuff - each bar representing six months of overseas service, for a total of roughly three years abroad - alongside a single service stripe below them. above the right breast pocket is an embroidered-on-wool honorable discharge emblem, the well-known 'ruptured duck, ' worn on the uniform after separation as visible proof of wartime service. taken together, these markings suggest a long-serving airman or ground support nco whose service crossed key command structures within the eto. theater-made bullion insignia of this quality were typically hand-purchased by personnel from tailors in england or on the continent for wear on dress uniforms, and pieces combining the 8th air force with eto headquarters on a single jacket are considerably scarcer than single-patch examples on the collector market today. the jacket is a philadelphia quartermaster depot contract example, its partly worn 'phila. quartermaster depot / inspected by' label still legible inside the collar, consistent with wartime production circa 1944-1946. the wool serge body is olive drab, fully lined in tan, and structurally sound. the right-shoulder 8th air force patch is worked in tarnished gold and silver bullion wire on a blue ground with a red-and-white star device and visible hand-stitched edging; the left-shoulder eto headquarters patch shows fine bullion and silk-thread detailing in the classic shield design, both patches displaying expected wire tarnish and light edge wear consistent with age and theater manufacture. the sergeant's chevrons are machine-embroidered on wool, as is the ruptured duck emblem, and the six overseas bars retain bright gold thread with only minor tarnish. a faint partial ink stamp, possibly reading '399,' is visible on an interior pocket panel but is not sufficiently clear to serve as identification."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"276","title":{"en":"wwii 8th aaf & eto hq bullion ike jacket"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25867/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II 8th AAF & ETO HQ bullion Ike jacket, a type of military uniform jacket. The khaki-colored jacket features a lapel, two chest pockets, and button closures. It is adorned with bullion patches, including a circular patch with an eagle and star emblem on the left shoulder. Two chevron stripes on the left sleeve indicate rank, consistent with a military uniform from the WWII era.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.175Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25867,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25868/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25868/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25868/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25868/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25868/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25868/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25868/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25868/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25868/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25868/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"named world war ii u.s. army officer's service coat belonging to **captain joseph esersky of claremont, new hampshire**, a dartmouth college graduate and harvard-trained dentist who served during the second world war in the **u.s. army dental corps**. the coat retains its original **\"u.s.\" collar insignia** and dental corps caduceus devices, along with a distinctive shoulder patch and officer sleeve braid. the interior carries a **rogers peet company, new york-boston** tailor label and a named label inscribed **\"lt. joseph esersky, d.c.\"**, providing direct period identification to the wearer. \n esersky was a member of the **dartmouth college class of 1931** and went on to earn his dental degree from harvard in 1936. contemporary dartmouth wartime directories list **joseph esersky as a u.s. army medical/dental corps officer**, first as a lieutenant and later as a captain during the war. dartmouth's 1944 class notes specifically record that **\"joseph esersky [was] now a captain in the medical corps, \"** while his later obituary states that he served **three years in the u.s. army as a captain in the dental corps** before establishing his postwar dental practice in claremont. \n the uniform is tailored in olive-drab wool in the classic officer's four-pocket service-coat pattern, with gilt u.s. army buttons, epaulets, notched lapels, waist shaping, and officer braid at the cuffs. the left sleeve bears a large embroidered **china-burma-india-style shield insignia**, visually recalling the well-known cbi shoulder patch with its blue upper field, white sun, and red-and-white striped lower shield. if original to esersky, this may indicate service in or attachment to the china-burma-india theater, though the currently located biographical sources confirm his wartime army dental corps service but do not independently establish his exact overseas assignment. the sleeve also shows additional embroidered service/rank-related insignia near the cuff. \n following the war, esersky returned to civilian practice and became a prominent new hampshire dentist. his obituary records that he opened a practice in claremont in 1946 and later served as **chief of the dental staff at claremont general hospital**. he was active in the new hampshire dental society, american dental association, american society of anesthesiologists, american legion, and numerous civic and fraternal organizations. \n a strong, well-documented named wwii medical officer uniform with direct identification to a known army dental corps captain. the combination of the original named tailor label, dental corps insignia, officer tailoring, shoulder patch, and surviving biographical documentation gives the coat considerably more historical interest than an anonymous medical-service uniform. condition is very good overall with expected age and service wear, minor surface soiling, and light textile wear as photographed. buyer should review all images for exact insignia, markings, and condition."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"277","title":{"en":"wwii cbi jewish dentist bullion uniform - capt."},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25868/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II China Burma India (CBI) Jewish dentist bullion uniform, belonging to a Captain. The khaki-colored wool uniform jacket features four front pockets with button closures and a lapel with 'US' insignia. Notable visual features include a distinctive shoulder patch with a pink medical cross on a white background, signifying medical service, and embroidered bars on the lower left sleeve, indicating rank. The uniform reflects specialized service within the WWII era.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:55:41.265Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25868,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25869/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25869/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25869/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25869/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25869/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25869/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25869/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25869/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25869/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army m-1944 wool field (\"ike\") jacket with 101st airborne division shoulder sleeve insignia, combat infantryman badge, croix de guerre fourragere, and eto campaign ribbon bar, merit clothing co. for the philadelphia quartermaster depot, dated may 12, 1945 offered is an original world war ii u.s. army m-1944 wool field jacket - the so-called \"eisenhower\" or \"ike\" jacket - dressed as it would have appeared on a combat veteran of the 101st airborne division returning from the european theater of operations. the jacket retains its period-applied 101st airborne \"screaming eagles\" shoulder sleeve insignia with attached airborne tab, gilt u.s. and crossed-rifles infantry branch collar disks, a combat infantryman badge, a woven three-place ribbon bar, and a braided fourragere looped at the left shoulder. the jacket is government-marked and dated: the interior pocket label reads \"jackets, field, wool, o.d., \" stock no. 55-j-384-595, size 36-r, manufactured by merit clothing co., incorporated, under philadelphia quartermaster depot contract dated may 12, 1945, against the may 10, 1944 pattern. the 101st airborne shoulder patch is a wool-embroidered example with its attached airborne tab, hand-sewn to the left shoulder, though moth damage has opened a hole through the tab's loop. gilt u.s. and crossed-rifles collar disks sit on the lapels, and the pin-back combat infantryman badge is mounted above the left breast pocket alongside the three-place ribbon bar. the fourragere is a braided red-and-green cord with a brass fitting, looped through the left shoulder seam and running down the back. a genuine attic-find ike jacket wearing the eagle of the 101st airborne, a combat infantryman badge, and a fourragere earned in some of the eto's hardest fighting - moth damage and all, an honest and displayable piece of airborne history."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"278","title":{"en":"wwii 101st airborne ike jacket, attic find"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25869/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II 101st Airborne 'Ike' jacket, described as an 'attic find', indicating its vintage condition. The khaki-colored uniform jacket features a lapel, two chest pockets, and button closures. It is adorned with military insignia, including ribbons and a blue bar above the left chest pocket, and a prominent 101st Airborne shoulder patch with a screaming eagle emblem on the left shoulder. A braided cord is visible on the right shoulder, adding to its distinctive features.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:56:07.999Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25869,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25870/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25870/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25870/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25870/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii theatre-made three-piece frogskin camouflage parachute swimsuit - bandeau top, high-waisted briefs, and pleated overskirt, fashioned from u.s. jungle camouflage parachute cloth and shroud line, circa 1943-1946 offered here is a complete, three-piece sweetheart swimsuit ensemble hand-fabricated from world war ii u.s. military 'frogskin' jungle camouflage parachute cloth: a gathered bandeau bikini top, matching high-waisted brief bottoms, and a pleated overskirt, all cut from the same mottled duck-hunter patterned canopy fabric and finished with narrow shroud-line cord repurposed as ties and drawstrings. parachute silk ranked among the most prized improvised textiles of the second world war. wartime rationing of civilian dress goods, paired with the ready supply of surplus and battle-damaged canopies across the pacific and china-burma-india theatres, prompted servicemen, nurses, and local seamstresses to rework fine ripstop and twill panels into scarves, slips, wedding gowns, and playsuits. jungle-pattern 'frogskin' parachutes, issued for personnel and airdrop use from 1943 onward, were especially favored for this kind of gi-made craft, their distinctive green-and-tan camouflage lending an unmistakably martial character to garments never intended for military service. the naval history and heritage command holds a closely comparable 1944 theatre-made parachute bikini in its phom2c fein collection, underscoring that such sweetheart and souvenir pieces, while individually scarce, represent a recognized category of pacific war textile improvisation; no connection between that example and this lot is claimed. the bandeau top is gathered and knotted at center front, with narrow shroud-cord ties extending from both cups for neck and back adjustment. the brief bottoms are high-waisted with a bound center-front seam, shaped leg openings finished in matching bias tape, and cord ties at the hip. the overskirt is fitted to a belted waistband with belt loops and a shroud-cord drawstring, its body formed of bold vertical box-pleats reinforced by parallel rows of stitching, all three garments sharing the identical frogskin print. the lot comprises the three garments illustrated, with no additional accessories, tags, or documentation present. condition is fair to good for a vintage, handmade wartime textile: expect fraying and loose threads along raw edges and cord ties, minor seam stress, general creasing, and light staining and oxidation consistent with theatre construction and decades of storage. the shroud-cord ties and gathered attachment points are fragile and warrant careful handling. a rare and evocative survivor of gi ingenuity, this complete frogskin parachute swimsuit set captures the improvisational spirit of the pacific war in a form few collectors ever encounter intact."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"279","title":{"en":"rare wwii frogskin parachute 3-pc swimsuit set"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25870/view","tags":["usfashion_vintageclothing","usfashion_all","usfashion"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare World War II frogskin parachute 3-piece swimsuit set. The set includes a bikini top, a skirt, and shorts, all made from fabric featuring a green and brown 'frogskin' camouflage pattern. The items are fashioned from repurposed parachute material, a common practice during wartime. Each piece has tie closures, suggesting an adjustable fit. This set represents a unique example of WWII-era civilian or leisure wear made from military surplus.","soldPrice":250,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:56:49.944Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25870,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25871/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25871/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25871/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25871/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25871/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25871/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25871/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25871/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25871/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25871/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25871/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25871/012/012.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"named world war ii u.s. navy naval aviator officer's green service uniform belonging to floyd earnest johnson (1921-2010) of idaho, accompanied by period photographs documenting his wartime naval service. johnson was born august 25, 1921, in coeur d'alene, idaho, and his 1942 selective service registration records him as a student at the university of idaho in moscow, idaho, shortly before his entry into military service. genealogical records identify floyd earnest johnson with the same birth date and record his death in 2010. \n the uniform is a classic u.s. navy aviation working green officer's coat, tailored in olive-green wool and retaining its original embroidered naval aviator wings over the left breast. the sleeves display a single officer rank stripe with star, consistent with the grade of ensign, while the coat retains navy aviation buttons, officer tailoring, and wartime construction. the interior bears an abbott military tailors label associated with corpus christi, texas, and pensacola, florida, two of the principal u.s. navy aviation training centers of the second world war era. the coat also retains a period ownership/issue label, though the surviving inscription is faint. \n the accompanying photographs are particularly important to the provenance of the grouping. they show johnson in wartime u.s. navy officer dress, including the double-breasted blue officer uniform and peaked cap, and in a family photograph with servicemen from other branches. these images establish that johnson served as a commissioned naval officer during world war ii and are consistent with the rank and aviation insignia retained on the green service coat. \n johnson's uniform reflects the wartime expansion of u.s. naval aviation, when thousands of young officers underwent flight training at major centers such as naval air station corpus christi and pensacola before assignment to operational or advanced training units. his qualification as a naval aviator, represented by the embroidered wings, indicates completion of the demanding navy flight-training program required of commissioned pilots. \n the coat is an especially desirable example because it combines named provenance, original aviation insignia, officer rank, wartime military tailoring, and period photographs of the wearer. condition is good to very good overall, with expected age and service wear, scattered small moth holes, light surface wear, and interior lining wear as photographed."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"280","title":{"en":"wwii u.s. navy pilot uniform (v-5) - named floyd"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25871/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a named World War II U.S. Navy pilot uniform (V-5), belonging to 'Floyd'. The khaki-colored uniform jacket features a lapel, four front pockets with button closures, and buttoned cuffs. A distinctive silver pilot's wing emblem is pinned above the right chest pocket. Two embroidered stars are visible on each cuff, indicating rank or service, consistent with a military uniform from the WWII era.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:58:11.809Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25871,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25872/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25872/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25872/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25872/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25872/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25872/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25872/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25872/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army m-1938 first-pattern mackinaw \"jeep coat\" - khaki cotton duck shell, wool shawl collar, and interior ink laundry mark \"h-8598\" offered is an original world war ii u.s. army coat, mackinaw, m-1938, the first-pattern variant prized by collectors for its broad wool-faced shawl collar and heavy khaki/od cotton duck shell. an ink-applied military laundry mark, \"h-8598,\" is stenciled onto the interior neck reinforcement strip - a small, evocative trace of the individual soldier issued the garment and the quartermaster laundry system that processed it. no separate published record or biography accompanies the coat, and its story rests entirely in the garment itself and the standardized markings applied during service. developed in the years just before american entry into the second world war, the m-1938 mackinaw was designed to answer a specific need: heavy, wind-resistant outerwear for troops exposed to the elements at sentry posts, in maintenance yards, and above all in open vehicles. its wide wool-faced shawl collar could be turned up against biting wind, while the double-breasted front, belted waist, and button-adjustable cuffs sealed out drafts. the coat earned its enduring nickname, the \"jeep coat, \" from its close association with drivers of the newly fielded willys mb, though the moniker reflects general period usage rather than proof of this individual coat's assignment. by 1942-1943 wool shortages forced a redesign to cotton poplin or duck collars in the 2nd and 3rd patterns, making this wool-collared first pattern the type most sought after by today's collectors before the coat was eventually supplanted by the layered m-1943 field uniform system. the coat presents a khaki-to-olive cotton duck exterior with double-breasted button front, two lower flap pockets, side belt loops, and button-tab adjustable cuffs. the broad shawl collar is faced in brown wool with visible reinforcing stitchwork beneath it, and the full brown wool blanket lining remains substantially intact throughout the body, as seen in the open-coat interior view. \"h-8598\" is legibly inked on the pale interior neck reinforcement strip; no contractor label or contract date could be confirmed from the photographs. this is a well-worn, combat-era example showing widespread soiling and uneven dark staining consistent with prolonged working or motor-pool use, though the precise cause cannot be established. small seam separations, scattered abrasions, and small holes appear on the sleeves and cuffs, and the cloth waist belt along with some original front buttons are missing from the garment as offered. the wool lining shows only ordinary wear and pilling, and the laundry mark remains crisp and fully legible. a characterful first-pattern jeep coat whose surviving wool collar, full blanket lining, and clearly marked laundry code preserve the tactile presence of early-war u.s. army cold-weather issue."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"281","title":{"en":"wwii m1938 1st pattern mackinaw jeep coat"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25872/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II M1938 1st pattern Mackinaw jeep coat. The heavy-duty coat is made of a light brown or tan material with a contrasting darker collar. It features a double-breasted button closure, large front patch pockets, and buttoned cuff straps. The coat's design and robust construction are characteristic of military outerwear designed for protection and durability in field conditions during WWII.","soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:58:58.296Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25872,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25873/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25873/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25873/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25873/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25873/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25873/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25873/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii us army air forces officer's double-breasted short overcoat with theater-made bullion cbi shoulder insignia and usaaf winged star patch, retailed by national department store, salt lake city, utah offered here is a striking wwii-era officer's short overcoat (mackinaw-style), tailored in heavy khaki wool and retailed through the national department store at 246 so. state street, salt lake city, utah, as confirmed by the sewn interior label. what elevates this coat well beyond a standard privately-purchased officer's overcoat is its pair of exceptional theater-made bullion insignia, hand-embroidered in wire and silk thread - a china-burma-india (cbi) theater shoulder sleeve patch on one shoulder and a usaaf winged star device on the other. no individual officer's name or unit has been identified with the coat, and no separate published biography accompanies it; its story is told through the insignia themselves and the retailer's label sewn into the lining. during the second world war, commissioned officers received a uniform allowance enabling them to purchase tailored uniforms privately rather than relying exclusively on quartermaster issue, and it was common for stateside department stores and tailors - including western outfitters such as national department store - to supply or finish officer overcoats to individual measure. the cbi theater patch borne on this coat, however, speaks directly to overseas service: such shoulder insignia were frequently hand-embroidered locally by artisans working near american bases in kunming, chungking, karachi, and calcutta, where officers commissioned custom bullion-wire versions of the standard felt insignia rather than wearing the mass-produced pattern. the cbi theater, encompassing the hump airlift, the ledo and burma roads, and chennault's fourteenth air force operations, produced some of the most celebrated and sought-after bullion insignia of the entire war, each example prized today for its individual craftsmanship. the coat itself is a double-breasted wool short overcoat with wide notched lapels, a six-button front, and flapped hip pockets, the shell clean with only minor surface lint and no significant moth damage evident. the cbi shoulder sleeve insignia is fully hand-embroidered in silver bullion wire and colored silk thread on a wool ground, depicting the twelve-pointed white sun of the chinese nationalist emblem above a shield of red, white, and blue vertical stripes. the opposing shoulder carries a bullion-worked usaaf winged star device on a purple felt backing, the wings rendered in raised metallic wire thread with a red-centered star, bordered in gold-toned cording. a period gilt-toned officer's insignia with clutch-back fitting remains mounted to one epaulet, though its exact device is not clearly discernible in the photographs. the interior retains its quilted rayon lining, intact and showing only expected creasing and light wear, along with the national department store label sewn at the neck. condition is very good for a garment of this age: the wool shell shows minor surface lint but no major tears, while the cbi bullion patch exhibits some wire displacement and light fraying along the lower shield stripes, consistent with age and handling; the usaaf winged patch remains bright and well-preserved by comparison. a visually arresting and increasingly scarce example of theater-tailored bullion insignia on its original private-purchase overcoat, uniting cbi and army air forces artistry in a single piece of second world war history."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"282","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf officer overcoat, cbi bullion patches"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25873/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II USAAF Officer Overcoat, featuring China Burma India (CBI) bullion patches. The long, double-breasted overcoat is made of a khaki-colored wool or similar heavy fabric, with large lapels and two front pockets. A prominent CBI bullion patch, depicting a shield with stars and stripes, is visible on the right shoulder, signifying service in that theater. The coat's design is typical of officer's attire during the WWII period.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T20:59:38.240Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25873,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25874/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25874/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25874/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25874/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army air forces enlisted man's m-1939 wool greatcoat with brass great seal buttons, aaf shoulder insignia, and interior ink stamp \"e-2670\" offered here is an original world war ii u.s. army air forces enlisted man's m-1939 wool overcoat, a substantial double-breasted greatcoat retaining its early-pattern stamped brass great seal buttons and a period-applied aaf winged-star shoulder sleeve insignia at the left shoulder. the interior neck yoke bears repeated ink laundry/service stamps reading \"e-2670\" along with a partially legible size marking, tying the coat to an individual airman whose full identity cannot be established from the surviving markings alone; no separate published biography accompanies the piece, and the story of its wearer rests solely in this stenciled service number and the branch insignia sewn to the shoulder. the m-1939 overcoat was the standard-issue heavy winter garment for u.s. army and army air forces personnel in the opening years of the war, cut from 32-ounce olive drab wool melton to be worn over the service uniform, wool shirt, and field jacket in cold-weather stations both stateside and overseas. its double-breasted front, notched lapels, and buttoned rear vent - a holdover from the horse-cavalry era - reflect quartermaster corps pattern design carried into the mechanized war. the retention of bright stamped brass great seal buttons, rather than the olive drab plastic buttons adopted around 1942 to conserve strategic metal, places manufacture of this example in the early war years, a detail collectors of u.s. wartime outerwear look for when dating unmarked qm contractor coats. the aaf shoulder patch - the winged star and prop-and-wings device on a blue disc - identifies the wearer's branch assignment to the army air forces at a time when ground and flight personnel alike were issued the standard wool greatcoat for base and garrison duty. the coat displays the expected two rows of stamped brass great seal buttons at the front closure, notched lapels, slash hip pockets, and a partial tan cotton-twill lining through the shoulders, back vent facing, and pocket bags, with a fabric hanging loop intact at the collar. the aaf shoulder insignia is machine-embroidered on wool felt with a blued-wool border and remains firmly stitched to the left shoulder. a small yellow paper or fabric tag is pinned above the left breast pocket, its printed details not legible in the photographs. interior ink stamps in the yoke read \"e-2670,\" repeated at least twice, along with a faint additional size/inspection marking above. a solidly original, early-brass-button aaf greatcoat, its interior ink stamp \"e-2670\" a quiet trace of the airman who once wore it into the cold."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"283","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf m-1939 wool greatcoat, stamped e-2670"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25874/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII USAAF M-1939 wool greatcoat, identified by the stamp E-2670. The military uniform is from the World War II era, specifically for the US Army Air Forces. It is made of wool and features a long, double-breasted design with multiple brass-colored buttons on the front closure and cuffs. A yellow patch is visible on the lapel, and it includes shoulder epaulets characteristic of military outerwear.","soldPrice":12,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:00:15.460Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25874,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25875/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25875/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25875/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25875/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"world war ii u.s. m43 field pile jacket liner, size 34r. soft pile insulating liner for the m1943 field jacket system. age and wear as shown. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"284","title":{"en":"wwii m43 field pile jacket liner - size 34r"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25875/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII M43 field pile jacket liner, military surplus from the World War II era. It is sized 34R and features a drab green exterior with a visible brown pile lining for warmth. The jacket has a button-front closure, two large front pockets, and ribbed cuffs. Several interior loops are present, indicative of its function as a liner for an M43 field jacket.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:00:42.416Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25875,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25876/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25876/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25876/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25876/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25876/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25876/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25876/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25876/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25876/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25876/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25876/011/011.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii 82nd airborne 325th glider infantry regiment uniform - laundry number. world war ii u.s. army m1944 \"ike\" jacket with airborne tab over 82nd airborne division \"aa\" ssi; cloth-embroidered parachutist jump wings on light blue oval; u.s. and infantry collar disks; red-and-white fourragere on right shoulder. interior laundry/serial mark near collar (\"4-q 69\" as photographed). laundry number present condition good to very good."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"285","title":{"en":"wwii 82nd airborne 325th glider infantry regiment"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25876/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII military jacket, specifically an 82nd Airborne 325th Glider Infantry Regiment uniform from the World War II period. Made of an olive drab fabric, it features four front pockets with flaps and a front button closure. 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Some tunics display rank insignia, unit patches, and ribbons, indicating their military service and individual distinctions.","soldPrice":70,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:07:31.992Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25880,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25881/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25881/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25881/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25881/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"group of three world war ii service coats: dark olive drab (\"chocolate\") usaaf officer coat with colonel eagles, aaf insignia and patch, cloth belt; enlisted od four-pocket with master sergeant chevrons, three overseas bars, marksmanship badge, ribbon bar, and ruptured duck; and tan summer officer coat with major oak leaves, aaf patches, and ribbon bars. condition good."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"290","title":{"en":"wwii class a four-pocket uniforms"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25881/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a trio of WWII Class A four-pocket uniforms, military jackets from the World War II era. Two tunics are in a dark olive drab, while one is in a lighter tan or khaki color. All feature four front pockets with flaps and gold-colored buttons. Distinctive visual features include various shoulder patches, sergeant stripes, and ribbons, indicating different military units and ranks.","soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:08:31.975Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25881,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25882/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25882/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25882/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25882/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"world war ii u.s. army air forces m1944 \"ike\" jacket size 42r with 9th army air force ssi, master sergeant chevrons, and green/salmon epaulet piping strips as shown. collar fray at top edge. named owner not shown. condition good."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"291","title":{"en":"wwii occupation-era custom ike jacket"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25882/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII occupation-era custom 'Ike' jacket, a military uniform jacket dating from the World War II and immediate post-war occupation period. 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The ensemble includes a dark olive drab tunic and a matching side cap, likely made of wool. The tunic features gold-toned buttons, pilot wings insignia, collar brass reading 'US', a ribbon rack, and dog tags hanging from a pocket. Notable visual features include a yellow and black patch on the left sleeve and three gold stripes on the right cuff, indicating rank or service.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:12:05.762Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25885,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25886/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25886/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25886/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25886/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25886/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25886/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25886/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"named wwii u.s. army air forces officer's service coat with alaska defense command patch - 1st lt. roy l. suckow, instructor pilot, asn 36204536 offered is a named u.s. army air forces officer's four-pocket service coat, olive drab wool gabardine/elastique, stenciled inside the collar \"suckow r.l.\" with the accompanying serial number, identifying it to 1st lt. roy l. suckow, asn 36204536. the lot is accompanied by a photocopy of suckow's obituary and a period photograph, both of which travel with the coat and firmly anchor the attribution; no separate published biography or citation has been located beyond these family records, but together with the stenciled name they leave little doubt as to the officer who wore it. born in williamstown, wisconsin in december 1917, roy l. suckow began his military service in the horse cavalry before transferring into the u.s. army air forces, where he trained and served as an instructor pilot, reaching the rank of 1st lieutenant. the theater-made alaska defense command shoulder patch on the left sleeve - a snarling embroidered polar bear beneath a gold north star on a dark blue field - ties his service to the remote and often overlooked alaskan and aleutian air theater, established in the early 1940s to guard against japanese incursion into the north pacific following the attacks on dutch harbor and the occupation of attu and kiska. instructor pilots such as suckow were essential to this isolated command, training aircrews to fly and fight in some of the harshest conditions of the war; he went on to a long postwar career in michigan, passing away in 2008 at age 90. the coat is a standard four-pocket usaaf officer's tunic with matching belt and gilt buttons, dressed with correct period insignia: u.s. and air corps lapel brass, a silver 1st lieutenant's bar on the shoulder strap, a silver pilot wings badge, and a small three-ribbon bar mounted above the left breast pocket. the alaska defense command patch is worn on the left shoulder while the usaaf"},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"295","title":{"en":"named usaaf coat, alaska defense cmd patch, pilot"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25886/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a named USAAF (United States Army Air Forces) pilot's coat, likely from the World War II period. The military uniform coat is olive drab in color and appears to be made of wool. It features a belted waist, four front pockets with button closures, and gold-toned buttons. Distinctive markings include an Alaska Defense Command patch on the left shoulder, 'US' collar brass, pilot wings, a ribbon rack, and a yellow and black patch on the left cuff.","soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:13:19.939Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25886,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25887/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25887/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25887/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25887/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25887/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25887/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25887/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25887/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25887/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25887/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf officer's four-pocket service coat named to captain clifford george sturgeon - english-born pilot instructor with 11th air force and airborne troop carrier command insignia, tailored by schwartz quality clothes of cincinnati, dated 5/21/43 offered here is a custom-tailored wwii u.s. army air forces officer's \"class a\" service coat, identified through its interior tailor's label to captain clifford george sturgeon, an english-born aviator who registered for the draft out of san francisco and went on to serve in the army air forces. no separate published biography of captain sturgeon has been located; his service story here rests on the surviving insignia, ribbon bar, and tailoring evidence on the garment itself, cross-referenced against his wwii draft registration card and cemetery marker - illustrated for research purposes only and not included in this lot - which confirm his 1916-2004 dates, english birth in richmond, surrey, and u.s. air force service. the coat's paired shoulder patches tell a genuinely diverse wartime story. the embroidered 11th air force patch on the right shoulder ties sturgeon to the command that fought the harsh, often-overlooked aleutians campaign and later struck japanese positions in the kuril islands, a theater defined by brutal weather and long-range operations rather than headlines. the felt airborne troop carrier command patch on the left shoulder documents a further association with the units responsible for towing gliders and dropping paratroopers into combat zones, work fundamental to allied airborne operations across multiple theaters. the embroidered gold-wire flight instructor/civilian pilot training insignia on the lower right cuff points to a further role training cadet aviators, placing an experienced pilot like sturgeon at the heart of the usaaf's wartime expansion of aircrew. the coat is custom tailored in olive-drab elastique wool, with captain's rank bars on the epaulets and brass u.s. and winged-propeller collar insignia denoting air corps branch. a full-size pinback pilot wing, described in the supporting research as sterling silver (no maker mark is legible in the photographs), is mounted above a three-ribbon bar comprising the air medal, asiatic-pacific campaign, and american campaign ribbons, consistent with pacific theater service. a single overseas service bar appears on the lower left cuff. all four gilt brass eagle buttons and the matching belt are present and original, and the interior retains its quilted shoulder and chest lining along with a personalized \"c.s.\" monogram. the maker's label, stitched inside the collar, reads \"schwartz quality clothes, cincinnati, o., \" hand-dated 5/21/43 and named to \"c. sturgeon, \" firmly anchoring the coat's tailoring within the war years. no separate accessories, headgear, or paper archive accompany this lot beyond the tunic itself. condition is very good for the period: the wool shell retains strong, even coloring with only light age-appropriate surface wear and no significant moth damage observed, the insignia and ribbon bar are secure and bright, and the tailor's label and interior monogram remain fully legible. a well-documented and named usaaf pilot's coat that bridges two markedly different spheres of wartime aviation - the aleutians-kurils war with the 11th air force and the glider-and-paratrooper missions of airborne troop carrier command - anchored by a dated tailor's label and confirmed identity of a named, english-born american airman."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"296","title":{"en":"named wwii 11th aaf & troop carrier pilot tunic"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25887/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a named World War II 11th Army Air Forces & Troop Carrier pilot's tunic. The military uniform garment is olive drab, likely made of wool, and features gold-toned buttons and a matching belt with a rectangular buckle. It is adorned with 'US' collar brass, pilot wings, and a ribbon rack. Prominent visual features include a blue and yellow 11th AAF patch on the left shoulder and an 'Airborne Troop Carrier' patch on the right shoulder, along with a yellow and black patch on the left cuff.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:14:39.576Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25887,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25888/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25888/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25888/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25888/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25888/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25888/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25888/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25888/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25888/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii pilot instructor linen uniform - palm beach brand, unnamed. world war ii u.s. army air forces tan summer four-pocket service coat with 8th air force and aaf ssi, u.s. and winged-propeller officer brass, silver pilot wings (additional smaller wing device as shown), blue-and-gold fourragere, three overseas bars, and embroidered cuff wing."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"297","title":{"en":"wwii pilot instructor linen uniform - palm beach"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25888/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II pilot instructor linen uniform, branded 'Palm Beach,' indicating a lighter-weight fabric suitable for warmer climates. The military uniform tunic is a light tan or khaki color and features gold-toned buttons, a belted waist, and four front pockets. It is adorned with 'US' collar brass, pilot wings, a ribbon rack, and a purple braided cord from the right shoulder. Distinctive patches include a blue and yellow patch on the left shoulder, a red and blue patch on the right shoulder, and a yellow and black patch on the left cuff, with three gold stripes on the right cuff.","soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:16:08.098Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25888,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25889/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25889/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25889/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25889/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25889/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25889/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25889/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25889/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25889/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25889/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25889/011/011.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii 12th army air force officer's custom-tailored 'ike' jacket with bullion pilot wings, ribbon bar, pink trousers, shirt and tie this lot presents a complete world war ii us army air forces officer's dress ensemble, tailored in the distinctive 'pinks and greens' combination favored by aviators of the 12th air force in the mediterranean theater of operations. the short, waist-length service jacket bears a bullion pilot's wing, the 12th air force shoulder patch, u.s. and winged-propeller officer collar insignia, and a three-place ribbon bar comprising the air medal, eame campaign medal with two bronze service stars, and wwii victory medal - a combination consistent with a rated aviator who served in-theater during the north african, sicilian, or italian campaigns. no wearer's name or service record accompanies the uniform, and no separate published biography has been located; its story rests entirely in the insignia, campaign stars, and tailoring preserved on the garment itself. the twelfth air force was activated in 1942 to support operation torch and the subsequent allied advance through north africa, later providing close air support and interdiction over sicily and the italian mainland through 1943-1945. officers serving in that theater, taking their cue from british battledress and general eisenhower's own short field jacket, frequently had regulation four-pocket service coats recut by post or local tailors into the trim, waist-length 'ike' silhouette well before the pattern was standardized army-wide in 1944. the two bronze service stars mounted on the eame ribbon here denote credited participation in two campaigns or major operations, pointing to sustained combat service in the mediterranean air war rather than a single engagement. the jacket is a converted philadelphia quartermaster depot four-pocket od elastique service coat, its surviving label reading 'uniforms, service, officer's, two piece o.d., dark (coat), elastique, ' size 36r, tentative spec. p.q.d. no. 149b, dated november 4, 1942, subsequently cut down and belted at the waist in the 'ike' manner. the bullion pilot wings show honest tarnish with minor edge fraying consistent with age and wear, mounted above the intact ribbon bar; the 12th air force patch and collar devices remain crisp and firmly secured. accompanying the jacket are matching officer's 'pink' wool trousers with belt loops and slash pockets, a khaki regulation army officer's shirt (label reading size 15-33, marked 'dry clean'), and a matching khaki necktie, shown knotted at the collar in the photographs. condition throughout is very good for the period: the wool elastique jacket retains crisp structure with only light age toning to the wool, and the trousers and shirt show minor creasing and surface storage wear with labels and buttons intact. a handsome, well-assembled 12th air force officer's uniform grouping whose 1942-dated, tailor-cut jacket and bullion wings capture the dashing 'pinks and greens' look prized by usaaf aviators in the mediterranean skies of world war ii."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"298","title":{"en":"wwii 12th aaf bullion wing ike uniform ensemble"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25889/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II 12th Army Air Forces 'Ike' uniform ensemble, consisting of a short, olive drab jacket and a pair of light tan trousers. The jacket, likely made of wool, features a belted waist, four front pockets, and a bullion wing insignia on the chest. Notable details include a blue and yellow 12th AAF patch on the left shoulder, 'US' collar brass, pilot wings, and a ribbon rack. The ensemble represents a military uniform from the WWII era.","soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:16:54.458Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25889,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25890/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25890/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25890/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25890/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25890/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"named wwii ike jacket & shirt grouping to tec 4 john h. housley, 5th general hospital, 1st infantry division - x-ray technician with algeria-french morocco, normandy, northern france, and rhineland campaign service, asn 34 186 395 offered is a well-documented wwii u.s. army medical department enlisted uniform grouping named to technician fourth grade john h. housley, comprising his m-1944 od wool field jacket (\"ike\" jacket), an od wool flannel field shirt, a khaki cotton chino shirt, and his original wd ago form 53-55 enlisted record and report of separation. housley's discharge paper confirms asn 34 186 395, born 5 december 1919 in stony point, hamblen county, tennessee, a civilian shoe sales clerk who was inducted 22 january 1942 at fort oglethorpe, georgia, trained as an x-ray technician (mos 264), and served with the 5th general hospital before his honorable discharge on 17 september 1945. no separate published biography has been located for housley; his service story rests entirely in this surviving paperwork and the insignia sewn to his uniform. housley's separation record documents departure for the european theater of operations on 2 august 1942 and credits participation in four campaigns: algeria-french morocco, normandy, northern france, and rhineland, for which he was awarded the eame theater ribbon with four bronze service stars per wd go #33, together with the army good conduct ribbon. the red numeral \"1\" patch on the jacket's right shoulder denotes attachment to, or campaign service alongside, the 1st infantry division - the storied \"big red one\" that spearheaded the north african and normandy landings before fighting through france and into germany - while the shoulder sleeve insignia for european theater of operations/advance section, communications zone reflects his medical department assignment supporting the advancing armies. as an x-ray technician in a general hospital, housley would have served in the vast rear-area medical network that received, diagnosed, and treated casualties funneled back from the front lines during these campaigns. the wool ike jacket is fitted with brass u.s. and medical department (caduceus) collar discs, tec 4 rank chevrons on each sleeve, the 1st infantry division combat patch to the right shoulder, and the eto/adsec shoulder sleeve insignia to the left, above six gold overseas service bars denoting three years of foreign service; its ribbon bar carries the good conduct and eame campaign ribbons, and the honorable service lapel button (\"ruptured duck\") is present on the left breast. original horn-style buttons and waist-adjustment buckles remain intact. the od wool flannel field shirt is similarly fitted with the 1st division patch, tec 4 chevrons, and medical department collar insignia. the khaki chino shirt carries matching shoulder and rank insignia and is hand-inked \"housley\" with a size notation at the inner collar band. the accompanying wd ago form 53-55 separation record is folded with expected vintage crease lines but remains intact and fully legible, including housley's signature and thumbprint. the garments show honest service and storage wear consistent with age: light soiling and a small fabric tear near the front placket of the khaki shirt, with no major moth damage or fabric loss evident on the wool jacket or shirt in the photographs. a well-preserved and clearly documented medical department uniform grouping that ties a named x-ray technician of the 5th general hospital to the 1st infantry division and four hard-fought eame campaigns of 1942-45."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"299","title":{"en":"wwii 1st inf div named ike group, eto medic"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25890/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II 'Ike' uniform group for a named 1st Infantry Division ETO (European Theater of Operations) medic. The group includes two olive drab jackets and one tan long-sleeved shirt, suggesting different uniform types. The jackets feature sergeant stripes, a red '1' patch on the sleeves for the 1st Infantry Division, and a 'T' medic patch on the sleeves. One jacket also displays collar brass and a ribbon rack, along with a document related to the individual.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:18:18.135Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25890,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25891/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25891/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25891/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25891/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25891/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"the great raid: prop watch & cut-off costume shirt. production-used costume shirt and prop us army-style field watch from the great raid (miramax, 2005), with premiere props certificate of authenticity grd2229 for the \"core rangers us army watch.\" offered together is a matched pair of production props from the great raid, john dahl's 2005 world war ii drama recounting the january 1945 raid on the cabanatuan pow camp in the philippines. the lot comprises a heavily distressed, sleeveless khaki poplin field shirt prepared for wardrobe use, together with a prop military-style field watch on a fabric strap, accompanied by its original embossed premiere props certificate of authenticity, inventory number grd2229, identifying it as a \"core rangers us army watch.\" the two pieces were acquired together from the production, though the certificate specifically names only the watch and does not separately document the shirt. the great raid dramatized the ordeal of the roughly 500 american and allied prisoners held at cabanatuan, many survivors of the bataan death march, and the daring nighttime rescue mounted by the 6th ranger battalion with alamo scouts and filipino guerrilla support. wardrobe departments on productions of this scale routinely aged and cut down stock military-surplus garments to convey years of captivity and jungle campaigning, while props departments fitted period-style wristwatches to rangers and support characters to complete the illusion of 1945 field equipment. this shirt and watch were prepared as exactly that kind of atmosphere-building set dressing for the film's philippine setting. the shirt is a khaki poplin pullover field-style garment with a banded standing collar, twin pleated patch chest pockets, and a placket fastened with pressed-metal french military surplus buttons stamped \"equipements militaires.\" both sleeves have been roughly cut away at the shoulder seam for a sleeveless jungle-wear look, and the fabric shows heavy mottled staining and soiling applied to simulate sweat, grime, and wartime deprivation. the prop watch has a black dial with luminous-style arabic hour numerals and an inner 13-24 military time scale, a stainless-steel case showing genuine scuffing and surface wear, and a brown woven fabric strap; the movement's functionality is unverified and the piece should be regarded strictly as a prop. accompanying the lot is the original premiere props certificate of authenticity for the watch, embossed and stamped, bearing the film title, inventory number grd2229, and an authorized signature. the shirt's staining, cut sleeves, and heavy creasing are consistent with intentional studio distressing rather than genuine age or field service; the watch case shows honest handling wear from studio use. the photographs do not establish a specific actor, scene, or on-screen appearance for either piece. a tangible, documented pairing of screen props from a modern war film built around one of the twentieth century's most storied pow rescues, offered together as acquired."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"300","title":{"en":"the great raid: prop watch & cut-off costume"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25891/view","tags":["usmemorabilia_entertainment","usmemorabilia","usmemorabilia_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot includes a prop watch and a cut-off costume shirt from \"The Great Raid\" movie. The costume is a sleeveless, light brown or tan pullover shirt with a Henley-style button placket and two chest pockets, appearing to be made of cotton or similar fabric. The accompanying prop watch has a dark face and is attached to a brown leather strap. A certificate of authenticity for a \"WWII 324th Combat Rangers US Army Watch\" is also included.","soldPrice":45,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:19:01.124Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25891,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25892/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25892/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25892/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25892/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"world war ii u.s. army dark olive drab (\"chocolate\") wool four-pocket officer's service coat with matching cloth waist belt, brass eagle buttons, and officer cuff braid. no rank devices, patches, or ribbons presently attached. minor loose thread near front button. condition very good."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"301","title":{"en":"wwii officer tunic uniform - size 34"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25892/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II officer's tunic uniform, size 34. The military uniform coat is dark blue or black, likely made of wool, and features gold-toned buttons and a matching belt with a rectangular buckle. It has four front pockets with button closures and dark stripes or braid on the lower sleeves. The uniform is plain in design with minimal insignia visible, suggesting a dress uniform.","soldPrice":25,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:19:39.919Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25892,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25893/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25893/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25893/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25893/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25893/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"world war ii u.s. army tan cotton duck double-breasted mackinaw (\"jeep coat\") with wool-blanket lining visible at collar, flapped hip pockets, adjustable cuff tabs, and master sergeant chevrons on the left sleeve. light fading/wear. named owner not shown. condition good."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"302","title":{"en":"wwii named mackinaw coat - size 36"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25893/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a named World War II Mackinaw coat, size 36. This military outerwear garment is a double-breasted coat in a light tan or olive drab color, likely made of a durable cotton canvas or blend. It features large lapels, four front pockets with button closures, and buttoned cuffs. A distinctive blue and white patch is visible on the upper left sleeve, indicating a military affiliation or unit.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:20:14.197Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25893,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25894/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25894/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25894/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25894/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25894/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25894/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25894/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25894/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25894/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25894/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25894/011/011.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army m-1941 arctic field parka bearing a hand-embroidered 4th ranger battalion shoulder scroll - combat-worn cold-weather coat attributed to darby's rangers offered here is a world war ii u.s. army m-1941 field parka, the wool blanket-lined \"arctic\" pattern cold-weather coat, bearing a hand-embroidered 4th ranger battalion shoulder scroll on the upper left sleeve. no maker or specification tag, soldier name, or laundry mark is legible in the surviving fabric, so the jacket is offered as an attributed rather than formally named grouping; no separate published biography or unit provenance has been located, and the story here rests on the scroll itself and the documented history of the battalion it names. advanced collectors should independently examine the patch's construction and application, though the degree and character of wear throughout the garment is entirely consistent with genuine hard field use rather than later assembly. cut from olive-drab, wind-resistant cotton twill per quartermaster specification p.q.d. 70, over a full wool blanket lining, and closed by a fly-fronted button placket over a zipper with slash hand-warmer pockets and cinch-buckle adjusters at cuff and waist, the m-1941 parka was issued to american troops facing harsh winter conditions, notably in the aleutians and along the mountainous winter fronts of the mediterranean theater. the 4th ranger battalion was activated in tunisia in may 1943 under col. william o. darby, fighting through the invasion of sicily and up the italian peninsula, including the grinding winter actions along the winter line, before the ranger force was effectively destroyed in the disastrous assault at cisterna in february 1944 and the battalion was subsequently disbanded. a cold-weather coat carrying this scroll evokes that brutal winter campaign in the apennines, though the unit's history alone cannot confirm this particular jacket's presence at any specific action. the parka's collar, fly front, and slash hand-warmer pockets are intact, with its original zipper, buttons, and cinch-buckle hardware present at cuff and waist. the 4th ranger scroll - black wool backing with red-bordered, cream-embroidered lettering reading \"4th ranger bn\" - is hand-stitched to the upper left shoulder sleeve, with one lower point now partially detached, exposing the characteristic woven bobbin threads on its reverse. condition is fair to good with substantial honest wear: a long tear along the inner sleeve seam exposes the wool lining beneath; both cuffs show fraying and fabric separation; scattered small holes and moth tracking run through the wool blanket lining; and the exterior twill carries multiple stains, soiling, and darker water- or rust-toned spotting, most notably on one sleeve. no additional insignia, papers, or accompanying items are present with the jacket; it is offered as the parka alone, and prospective bidders should examine the scroll's attachment and the garment's overall construction firsthand where possible. a rare surviving example of darby's ranger cold-weather field wear, its hard-won combat scars only reinforcing the brutal winter service the scroll it carries was meant to commemorate."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"303","title":{"en":"wwii m-1941 arctic parka, 4th ranger bn scroll"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25894/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII-era M-1941 Arctic Parka, a piece of military outerwear. The parka is notable for featuring a 4th Ranger Battalion scroll on the left sleeve, indicating its association with a specific military unit. It is made from a light-colored, likely cotton or canvas, material suitable for cold weather conditions. The jacket has a button-front closure, two large flap pockets, and adjustable cuff straps, consistent with military utility design of the period. The overall appearance suggests a functional, durable garment designed for combat use.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.179Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$600 - $1,500","currency":"USD","id":25894,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25895/020/020.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"full catalog title: rare wwii tanker jacket with bullion paratrooper wings. original world war ii u.s. army jacket, winter, combat, second pattern, commonly known to collectors as the tanker jacket. this example displays the characteristic features associated with the later wartime pattern, including a waist-length cotton-twill shell, full-length metal zipper closure, knitted stand collar, knitted cuffs and waistband, and the distinctive vertical slash hand pockets associated with the second-pattern configuration. the interior is fitted with a quilted insulated lining and retains period stencil markings. the jacket shows substantial age and service wear, including staining, abrasion, and deterioration to portions of the knitted collar and cuffs, consistent with a heavily used wartime garment. \n mounted to the left chest is a particularly desirable italian-made bullion u.s. parachutist badge, executed in dark metallic bullion on a black rectangular backing. italian-made bullion jump wings are closely associated with u.s. airborne personnel serving in the mediterranean and european theaters and are highly sought after as theater-made insignia. faint stenciled identification numbers remain visible beneath the badge and elsewhere on the garment and may assist in establishing the identity of the original wearer. \n the jacket is reported to have belonged to a u.s. airborne serviceman who was a prisoner of war, although that portion of the history has not yet been independently documented. the consignor has advised that additional identification and provenance information concerning the original serviceman will be provided and will be made available to the successful bidder as received. if the surviving stencil markings and forthcoming information can be conclusively tied to an identified pow or airborne veteran, the historical significance of the jacket would be substantially enhanced. \n a strong and visually compelling example of the classic wwii u.s. army tanker jacket, made especially desirable by its period wear, surviving identification markings, and uncommon italian-made bullion parachutist insignia. buyer should review all photographs carefully for condition, construction details, markings, and insignia."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"304","title":{"en":"rare wwii tanker jacket with bullion paratrooper"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25895/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare WWII tanker jacket, a type of military outerwear. The jacket is distinguished by a bullion paratrooper badge and the stenciled numbers \"6GG774\" on the left chest. It is made from a khaki or olive-drab fabric, consistent with wartime military materials, and features a ribbed collar, cuffs, and hem. The front closure is a zipper, and there are two slash pockets. The overall design is characteristic of jackets issued to armored vehicle crews during the period.","soldPrice":950,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:22:26.121Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25895,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25896/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25896/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25896/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25896/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25896/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25896/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25896/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25896/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25896/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25896/010/010.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf type b-15 intermediate flying jacket, olive drab cotton-twill shell with plush mouton fur collar and conmar-marked zipper, roster number \"1495\" hand-stenciled at the neckline, government spec label intact - standardized 7 april 1944 offered here is an original world war ii united states army air forces type b-15 intermediate flying jacket, one of the most recognizable pieces of american aircrew equipage of the war's final year. stenciled with the roster number \"1495\" at the neckline, the jacket carries no separately published biography or documented named history; its story rests instead in its government specification label, its hardware, and its honest service wear - the physical record of a working combat garment rather than a parade piece. the b-15 was formally standardized on 7 april 1944, developed as an immediate wartime improvement over the short-lived b-10 flight jacket and as a lighter alternative to bulky shearling gear at a time when leather was in critically short supply. built of tightly woven olive drab cotton twill, it was engineered specifically for high-altitude bomber and fighter operations: the off-center front zipper was positioned to clear oxygen mask hose connections, while the divided utility pocket on the left sleeve and snap-closure slash pockets addressed the practical needs of aircrew working in cramped, cold fuselages and cockpits. the plush mouton fur collar, worn upturned with its integral throat-latch storm flap, offered protection against the punishing temperatures encountered at altitude over europe and the pacific. jackets of this pattern were issued in quantity through the closing year of the war before the design evolved into the improved b-15a with leather oxygen-mask clips. the jacket is built of olive drab cotton twill, its government spec label reading \"jacket, b-15 type\" sewn below the collar, legible though lightly frayed at the edges. the mouton fur collar remains full and plush with only minor thinning consistent with age, closing at the throat with its original latch tab. the metal front zipper carries a conmar-marked slider with its original leather pull intact and complete. inside, the diamond-quilted lining survives in place with typical period discoloration, the roster number \"1495\" hand-inked directly above the label. two snap-closure slash hand pockets and the sleeve utility pocket complete the exterior, with ribbed knit cuffs and waistband at the garment's edges. no other items accompany this lot. condition is fair to good for a jacket of this age and type: notable tearing and fraying is present at the corner of the right slash pocket welt, with surface staining, scuffing, and general fading across the twill shell; the knitted waist hem and cuffs show fraying, moth tracking, and partial separation consistent with decades of storage and wear; the zipper and pull appear complete and functional, though operation has not been independently tested. an honest, well-marked example of the definitive late-war usaaf flying jacket, its worn twill, conmar hardware, and stenciled roster number bearing quiet witness to real operational service in the skies of world war ii."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"305","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf b-15 flight jacket, mouton collar"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25896/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII USAAF B-15 flight jacket, an iconic piece of military aviation apparel. The jacket is characterized by its mouton collar, a distinctive brown fur-lined feature designed for warmth. Made from olive-drab fabric, likely nylon or cotton, it features a zippered front, two button-flap pockets, and a utility pocket on the left sleeve. The ribbed cuffs and hem are typical of bomber jackets from the period. This garment represents the functional design for aircrews during World War II.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.181Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25896,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25897/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25897/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25897/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25897/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25897/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25897/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25897/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25897/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25897/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25897/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25897/011/011.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf b-15 jacket & complete f-3a heated suit. wwii usaaf type b-15 intermediate flying jacket with complete type f-3a electrically heated flying suit - meilman and maged heated jacket, general electric heated bib trousers, and matching heated shoe inserts, circa 1944-45 offered is a four-piece us army air forces cold-weather flying ensemble: an olive-drab b-15 intermediate flight jacket worn over a complete type f-3a electrically heated suit comprising a bolero-style heated jacket, heated bib trousers, and a pair of heated shoe inserts. the f-3a jacket carries its full woven data tag reading \"jackets, electrically heated, for type f-3a suit, specifications no. 3213-b, size medium regular, stock no. 8300-470679, contract w33-038-ac-8452, meilman and maged, property u.s. army air forces, \" with an accompanying inventory tag numbered 5455. the bib trousers bear a matching general electric label reading \"trousers, flying, electric, for type f-3a suit, spec. no. 3212-b, medium long (38 to 40), contract no. w33-038-ac-6243 (13212).\" no named wearer, aircraft, or unit is established by the surviving tags or photographs; the record here rests entirely in the government specification markings. standardized in 1944, the b-15 replaced the bulkier b-3 sheepskin jacket as usaaf outerwear, its cotton-twill shell, alpaca lining, and mouton collar designed for wear over - not instead of - an electrically heated inner suit. the f-3a system beneath it represented the maturation of army air forces electrical flying clothing, following the earlier f-1 and f-2 patterns, with general electric and its subcontractors wiring lightweight garments to draw current from the aircraft's 24-volt system. bomber crews aboard unpressurized b-17s and b-24s, operating at altitudes where outside temperatures could plunge to -40 degreesf or colder, depended on this layered system - jacket, bib trousers, and integrated booties - to keep gunners, navigators, and radio operators functional through long combat missions over europe and the pacific in the final year of the war. the b-15 jacket has a zip front, slash pockets, mouton fur collar, and knitted cuffs and waistband; its interior spec tag is not legible in the photographs supplied. the f-3a heated jacket and bib trousers retain intact woven data tags as noted above, along with visible internal wiring, snap connectors, and a power lead extending from the trousers. the pair of heated shoe inserts is stenciled with the usaaf winged-star insignia. condition is mixed across the lot. the b-15 shows honest, heavy field wear: the mouton collar has extensive fur loss, rot, and fraying that exposes the backing material; the knit cuffs are badly shredded with notable textile loss at the wrists; the waist knit shows small holes and stretching; and the shell exhibits creasing, surface soiling, and light fading throughout. by contrast, the f-3a jacket, bib trousers, and booties survive in notably better order, with legible tags, intact wiring and snap fittings, and only light wrinkling, minor staining, and storage wear. electrical function has not been tested, and no claim is made as to working condition. a rare surviving matched set that pairs a well-worn b-15 outer shell with the complete, clearly marked components of the general electric f-3a high-altitude heating system."},"estimateMax":700,"lotNumber":"306","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf b-15 jacket & complete f-3a heated"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25897/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII USAAF B-15 jacket, which is presented as a part of a complete F-3A heated ensemble. The jacket features a prominent brown sheepskin or mouton collar for warmth, with a blue fabric lining visible beneath the collar. The main body of the jacket is made from an olive-drab fabric, characteristic of US Army Air Forces apparel from the period. While only the upper portion is visible, the description indicates its military utility as a heated flight garment from World War II.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.182Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $700","currency":"USD","id":25897,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25898/020/020.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"unissued wwii us army m-1942 paratrooper jump uniform - jacket size 40l (lot 6039) and trousers size 34x34, maclaren sportswear co., philadelphia quartermaster depot contract p.o. no. 960, dated august 9, 1943 offered is a remarkably well-preserved two-piece m-1942 jump uniform, comprising a jacket in size 40l and matching trousers in size 34x34. the jacket retains an extensive array of its original stapled factory paper inspection/cutter tags, each stamped with lot number \"6039\" and size \"40l, \" while the trousers carry a crisp, legible contractor label reading \"trousers, parachute jumpers, maclaren sportswear co., \" citing philadelphia quartermaster depot contract p.o. no. 960 dated august 9, 1943, q.m.c. tent. spec. p.q.d. no. 113a dated february 24, 1942, and stock no. 55-t-40527. no individual paratrooper or unit identification accompanies the set; the story here rests entirely in the garments' construction, labeling, and remarkable state of preservation rather than in a documented personal history. the m-1942 jump suit was developed specifically for the us army's newly formed airborne divisions, whose parachute infantry required greater load-bearing capacity than standard field uniforms could provide. its distinctive slanted, expanding bellows pockets - secured with dual-snap flaps on both chest and thigh - allowed a jumper to carry ammunition, rations, and equipment close to the body during descent and readily accessible upon landing, while an integrated waist belt cinched the jacket for a close, snag-resistant silhouette. uniforms of this pattern equipped american paratroopers, including elements of the 82nd and 101st airborne divisions, through the north african, sicilian, and italian campaigns and on into normandy, where surviving examples were frequently field-modified with sewn-on elbow and knee reinforcement patches to withstand the punishment of hedgerow fighting. the set offered here shows no such alterations, consistent with a garment that never left quartermaster storage. the olive-drab cotton-twill jacket features four slanted bellows cargo pockets with dual-snap closures, a covered front zipper closure, shoulder tabs, and its original integral belt and buckle; numerous white paper factory tags remain stapled across the pocket panels and body, each bearing the repeated \"6039\" lot marking. the trousers exhibit large snap-flap thigh cargo pockets, blue ink \"waist 34 / inseam 34\" stencils on the waistband interior, and the aforementioned maclaren sportswear co. label sewn into the pocket lining; suspender buttons are present and the fly closure and hardware appear complete, though maker markings on the zipper tape are not clearly established by the photographs. the lot comprises the jacket and trousers only. condition is outstanding for the type: both garments appear genuinely unissued, with strong fabric integrity throughout, minor factory loose thread ends at seams, tiny pinpoint storage marks, and light white oxidation/verdigris patina on the snap hardware consistent with long-term storage rather than wear. no combat use, added reinforcement patches, fabric splits, or repairs are evident. a scarce, tag-retaining matched m-1942 jump uniform whose crisp labels and unworn construction place it among the most desirable factory-fresh survivors of wwii airborne quartermaster production."},"estimateMax":8000,"lotNumber":"307","title":{"en":"rare nos wwii m-1942 jump uniform, tags intact"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25898/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare, New Old Stock (NOS) WWII M-1942 jump uniform, with its original tags intact, indicating it was never issued or used. The uniform consists of a jacket and trousers, both made from a light khaki or tan fabric. The jacket features multiple large, pleated cargo pockets with snap closures, a belted waist, and shoulder epaulets, all characteristic of paratrooper uniforms designed for carrying gear. The trousers also include large cargo pockets. This complete set exemplifies the specialized combat attire for airborne troops during World War II.","soldPrice":4600,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:26:13.490Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$5,000 - $8,000","currency":"USD","id":25898,"estimateMin":5000},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25899/020/020.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"rare reinforced m42 jump jacket, 82nd airborne d-day. wwii us army m-1942 reinforced parachute jumper jacket, 82nd airborne division, corporal - rigger-modified elbows and pockets with 48-star invasion flag sleeve patch and all american shoulder insignia this is a particularly compelling example because the reinforcement is not merely cosmetic; the stitching pattern, aged canvas material, matching wear, and integration into the original garment all support the appearance of authentic wartime modification. original reinforced m-1942 jump jackets are significantly scarcer and more desirable than standard examples, especially when retaining airborne insignia and strong combat character. buyer should carefully review all photographs for condition, construction, insignia, repairs, and reinforcement details. offered here is an original wwii us army m-1942 (m42) parachute jumper jacket bearing the field modifications long associated with pre-invasion airborne rigger work, attributed to a corporal serving with the 82nd airborne division on the strength of its divisional 'all american' shoulder sleeve insignia with attached airborne tab, paired chevron rank insignia, and printed 48-star invasion flag patch to the right sleeve. the insignia and modifications, are consistent with documented rigger practice of the period additions. the m-1942 jump jacket was developed specifically for us airborne troops and saw hard service in the mediterranean theater before its defining test on 6 june 1944, when paratroopers of the 82nd and 101st airborne divisions dropped into normandy ahead of the seaborne assault. combat experience quickly exposed weaknesses in the standard jacket: loaded pockets carrying ammunition, grenades, and other jump equipment were prone to blowout, and elbows took a beating in the tuck-and-roll of a hard landing. in response, unit riggers in england reinforced these high-wear points ahead of major jumps - bellowing the lower cargo pockets, overlaying the elbows with canvas patches, and adding extra snap closures - modifications that have since become a hallmark sought after by advanced collectors of pre-invasion combat jump clothing. the printed invasion flag seen on the sleeve reflects the recognition markings adopted to help identify american paratroopers to allied ground troops and aircraft amid the chaos following the drop, a practice tied directly to the normandy operation and its aftermath. the jacket is constructed of faded olive drab cotton twill with a stand-up collar secured by dual throat snaps, a front zipper closure fitted with a crown-marked slider and intact metal teeth, and an integral waist belt retaining its blackened metal buckle. both lower cargo pockets display the diagnostic bellowed canvas gusseting and reinforced flaps associated with rigger work, each secured by dual metal snap closures, with hand-applied stitching visible in period thread rather than factory work. both elbows carry matching heavy canvas reinforcement patches, hand-sewn over the original twill. the stitching shown on the reinforced sections is an especially important indicator of an authentic example. the right sleeve bears the printed 48-star invasion flag, faded but legible, while the left shoulder carries the 82nd airborne 'aa' shoulder sleeve insignia with an airborne tab above paired corporal chevrons; matching chevrons and a small embroidered device appear on the right sleeve as well. a genuine, unaltered rigger-reinforced m42 jump jacket of the type worn by the 82nd airborne division into normandy - its bellowed pockets and canvas-patched elbows telling their own story of hard-won combat readiness. this example is iconic of those worn during the normandy invasion."},"estimateMax":20000,"lotNumber":"308","title":{"en":"rare reinforced m42 jump jacket, 82nd airborne"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25899/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare, reinforced M42 jump jacket, associated with the 82nd Airborne Division from WWII. The jacket is made of olive-drab fabric and features multiple large, pleated cargo pockets with snap closures, designed for paratrooper use. It includes a belted waist and visible patches, including an 82nd Airborne insignia on the left sleeve. 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however, there is no documentation proving he was wearing this jacket during the crash and no such claim is being made. direct family provenance: after the jacket was rediscovered, dyersburg historian earl willoughby helped establish contact with wright's brother-in-law, jere ozment. when jere learned the jacket still existed, he specifically asked to wear it again, prompting a trip to tennessee. jere personally recognized the jacket and stated that he had worn allen's jacket while attending high school after wright's death. he remembered that the writing inside the jacket was already present. jere also recalled that wright left the jacket at home when he returned to asia to fly for cnac and later signed a letter concerning the jacket's authenticity. wright's surviving training books and documents demonstrate his habit of writing notes and doodling. several writing characteristics inside the jacket appear similar to wright's surviving handwriting, although no formal forensic handwriting authentication is claimed. after the avg disbanded in july 1942, wright returned home and married doris ozment. he later voluntarily returned to asia and became a cnac captain flying the dangerous himalayan supply route known as \"the hump.\" on december 18, 1943, while flying cnac aircraft no. 83 toward iping, wright's aircraft struck funganshih mountain during a descent through heavy fog. he was killed at only 25 years old. condition & documentation: the jacket displays substantial age, leather wear, lining deterioration, paint loss and localized shoulder damage consistent with an approximately 85-year-old artifact. these areas have not been cosmetically restored or concealed. extensive research, photographs and provenance documentation accompany the jacket. this is not a later reunion or commemorative flying tigers jacket. it is presented as an early-1940s private-purchase leather flight jacket attributed through physical evidence, extensive research and direct family provenance to an actual combat pilot of the original american volunteer group. captain allen murray wright - 1918-1943. u.s. army air corps pilot & flight instructor; 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351st bomb group painted a-2 - id'd goldfish club. outstanding original wwii u.s. army air forces type a-2 leather flight jacket associated with t/sgt. willis hickman, a b-17 flight engineer and top turret gunner who served with the 510th bomb squadron, 351st bomb group, eighth air force from raf polebrook, england. the jacket retains its original wartime construction and contract label identifying it as a type a-2, drawing no. 30h1415, aero leather clothing co., beacon, new york, size 40, and is distinguished by extensive period-painted combat artwork, mission markings, crew references, and one of the more unusual personal insignia we have encountered on an a-2. \n the reverse is dominated by the hand-painted phrase \"special delivery, \" a stork carrying a bundle, a field of yellow bomb symbols, and a central u.s. star-and-bars motif inscribed \"neal's boys.\" \"special delivery\" should not be interpreted as the name of hickman's aircraft. no aircraft by that name is documented among those he flew, and the phrase was almost certainly used here in the period sense of \"delivering\" bombs to the enemy. the inscription \"neal's boys\" is far more specific, referring to hickman's pilot, lt. alfred neal, and the combat crew that flew together during hickman's tour. \n t/sgt. hickman enlisted in the army air forces in february 1943 and by july of that year was at amarillo army air field training in b-17 maintenance. this was during the period when the b-10 fabric flying jacket was becoming standardized, replacing the earlier a-2 for many flight-training personnel. a-2s nevertheless remained highly prized by combat airmen, and second-hand examples circulated widely among eighth air force crews. that historical context is particularly relevant here, because the artwork suggests this jacket may already have had an earlier service life before hickman acquired it. the consignor believes the \"special delivery\" nose-art style painting at the top of the back may relate to the jacket's original owner, while hickman retained that artwork and added the more personal crew and mission symbolism associated with his own combat service. \n hickman arrived at polebrook in the spring of 1944 and was assigned to the 510th bomb squadron as top turret gunner and flight engineer. his recorded mission list is available through 351st bomb group records. the jacket carries 27 painted bomb symbols, while the group credits him with 26 missions, one of which was aborted and therefore may not have counted toward the 25-mission tour requirement then in effect. this discrepancy is entirely plausible in the context of contemporary combat accounting and personal jacket art. \n hickman flew on numerous b-17s rather than a single assigned aircraft. four missions were flown aboard three different unnamed aircraft. fifteen missions were flown on b-17g \"mollie mule, \" 42-107124, call sign tu-f, one of the group's great survivors, credited with an extraordinary 85 missions before returning to the united states and ultimately being scrapped after the war. he also flew four missions on \"april girl ii, \" 42-38038, and single missions on several other named aircraft. \n one of the most historically significant of those sorties came on 29 may 1944, hickman's fourth mission, aboard b-17 \"papa's passion, \" 42-39853. the aircraft was so badly damaged by flak and/or enemy fighters that lt. neal was forced to ditch in the north sea. the crew survived, was rescued, and returned to polebrook within approximately 48 hours. that episode is represented on this jacket by the extraordinary hand-painted goldfish club insignia on the left sleeve. the goldfish club recognized airmen whose lives had been saved by emergency flotation equipment after being forced down at sea. here, the fish and parachute motif is not decorative fantasy; it directly reflects hickman having been fished out of the sea after the ditching. painted goldfish club insignia on a-2 jackets are extraordinarily uncommon, and this example is especially evocative because it ties directly to a documented combat incident. \n hickman and neal's crew quickly returned to operations. they resumed flying on d-day, 6 june 1944, and hickman flew an intense sequence of five missions in seven days beginning on d-day. his combat record therefore spans some of the most demanding days of the air war over europe, including sustained missions in support of the normandy invasion. \n the \"neal's boys\" inscription on the back reinforces that this jacket was not simply associated with one bomber but with a combat crew identity. the jacket tells the story of a gunner-engineer who flew repeatedly with the same men across multiple aircraft, survived a north sea ditching, completed a heavy combat schedule, and carried those experiences literally on his back. that layered history makes the jacket especially compelling: the bomb tallies, crew reference, aircraft associations, goldfish club motif, and evidence of a likely prior owner together create a deeply personal record of eighth air force service. \n the jacket remains in well-used wartime condition, with expected age, wear, creasing, finish loss, knit deterioration, and surface abrasions consistent with long service. these condition features are visible in the photographs and contribute to its character as a genuine veteran-used garment. the original aero leather contract label remains present, and the jacket retains the distinctive wartime talon zipper and other period construction details. \n the consignor will provide additional identification information, research, and supporting historical material relating to hickman, lt. neal, the 510th bomb squadron, and the aircraft associated with this jacket. taken as a whole, this is a remarkable wwii a-2 with documented crew associations, multiple known aircraft connections, probable dual-owner service history, and an exceptionally rare painted goldfish club insignia tied to a 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The jacket is made from an olive-drab fabric, characteristic of US Army Air Forces flight jackets from the period. It features a prominent brown fur collar, a zippered front closure, and two large button-flap pockets. The ribbed cuffs and hem are typical design elements of bomber jackets. This garment served as essential protective outerwear for pilots during World War II.","soldPrice":850,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:36:14.121Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25903,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25904/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25904/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25904/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25904/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25904/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25904/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25904/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army m1943 field jacket - field-worn od sateen. world war ii u.s. army m1943 field jacket in faded olive drab cotton sateen with four flapped pockets, storm-flap button front, epaulets, drawstring waist, and button cuffs. dark stains on lower front; no patches. condition good with service wear."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"312","title":{"en":"wwii u.s. army m1943 field jacket - field-worn od"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25904/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a field-worn U.S. Army M1943 field jacket from World War II. 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The material appears to be a durable fabric, typical for military field outerwear of the period.","soldPrice":45,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:37:04.551Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25904,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25905/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25905/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25905/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25905/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25905/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25905/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25905/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25905/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25905/018/018.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf type a-2 leather flight jacket - cbi - lot 265. exceptional original wwii u.s. army air forces a-2 leather flight jacket with strong china-burma-india theater associations, retaining two highly desirable period shoulder insignia and extensive wartime wear. the jacket displays a leather china-burma-india theater shoulder insignia, incorporating the nationalist chinese sun, american star, and red-and-white striping. the cbi insignia was worn by u.s. personnel serving in the china-burma-india theater and is one of the most immediately recognizable emblems of american service in that theater. national museum of american history the opposite shoulder carries the embroidered fourteenth air force \"flying tiger\" insignia, depicting the winged tiger over the white star with red center. the fourteenth air force was activated in china in march 1943 under maj. gen. claire chennault and conducted combat operations against japanese forces from bases in china through the end of the war. museum of aviation foundation, inc. \n the jacket itself exhibits the classic wartime a-2 configuration with brown leather construction, snap-flap patch pockets, shoulder epaulets, knitted waistband and cuffs, and front metal zipper. the zipper retains a talon-marked pull, a desirable period feature. the original maker label is no longer present, but the interior carries repeated identification markings including \"p-5238\", prominently hand-marked beneath the collar and stamped elsewhere in the lining. these markings offer a potentially important avenue for additional research into the jacket's original wearer or wartime inventory history. \n the insignia are particularly noteworthy. the cbi shoulder patch appears to be a leather-made theater example showing considerable age and wear, while the fourteenth air force patch is an embroidered wartime-style example displaying the organization's distinctive winged tiger. the fourteenth air force grew directly out of the american volunteer group and the china air task force tradition and became one of the principal american air formations fighting in china. its personnel operated under unusually difficult logistical conditions, with virtually every gallon of fuel, replacement part, weapon, and aircraft component having to reach china through the vast cbi supply system. \n this jacket shows substantial genuine service wear throughout, including surface rubbing, creasing, finish loss, abrasions, scuffing, and considerable deterioration to one knitted cuff, while the waistband and opposite cuff remain comparatively intact. the lining is complete enough to retain the important wartime markings and exhibits staining and wear consistent with prolonged use. the overall appearance is exactly what collectors hope to see in a veteran flight jacket: not artificially pristine, but heavily worn and evocative of actual wartime service. \n of particular interest is the combination of the cbi theater insignia and fourteenth air force flying tiger patch, which strongly associates the jacket with an airman who served in the china-burma-india/china theater. the cbi shoulder emblem represented american personnel serving across china, burma, and india, while the fourteenth air force operated principally from china in the campaigns against japanese forces. china-burma-india theater further research into the interior p-5238 identification may eventually permit the jacket to be tied to a specific individual or unit. \n an outstanding, untouched-appearing wwii a-2 with highly collectible cbi and fourteenth air force insignia, original talon zipper, wartime interior identification markings, and the honest wear of a jacket that clearly saw extensive use. a particularly evocative piece from one of the most difficult and historically fascinating theaters of the second world war. associated with lot 265"},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"313","title":{"en":"wwii a-2 leather flight jacket cbi patches"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25905/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War II A-2 leather flight jacket. It is a piece of military aviation apparel from the WWII period. The jacket is made of worn brown leather, featuring a front zipper, two large patch pockets, and ribbed cuffs and waistband. Notably, it includes CBI (China-Burma-India) theater patches on the shoulders. The jacket displays typical wear and aging consistent with its wartime use.","soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:38:01.610Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25905,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25906/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25906/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25906/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25906/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25906/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25906/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25906/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25906/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25906/018/018.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf australian-made type a-2 leather flight jacket - named. scarce and highly appealing wwii u.s. army air forces leather flight jacket identified to **\"b. bergstrom\"**, retaining a period name tape sewn into the lining and additional hand-applied identification reading **\"bergstrom paul.\"** the jacket is constructed in the general a-2 pattern, with dark brown leather, knit waistband and cuffs, front zipper closure, shoulder epaulets, and large flap-covered patch pockets. of particular interest, its construction appears consistent with the scarce **australian-made v505-type flight jackets** produced during wwii for american airmen serving in the southwest pacific. australian-made v505 jackets were procured for u.s. personnel in australia beginning in 1943 and closely followed the american a-2 pattern, but used locally sourced materials and construction details that can differ from standard u.s.-contract a-2s. surviving examples are most often associated with **fifth air force personnel operating in australia, new guinea, and the southwest pacific**. \n the left sleeve carries a large, hand-painted **u.s. army air forces shoulder insignia**, depicting the familiar winged white star device within a circular field. the painted insignia is heavily worn and faded but remains clearly recognizable, giving the jacket the unmistakable character of a theater-used wartime garment rather than a later dress or commemorative piece. australian-produced and locally modified flight clothing is particularly associated with american airmen who arrived in the southwest pacific before the u.s. supply system could consistently provide standardized flying garments. contemporary research into the australian contracts indicates that thousands of locally manufactured flying jackets were produced for u.s. air personnel, including a documented order for more than 3,200 jackets from an australian contractor. \n the surviving identification provides an intriguing avenue for further research. a university of minnesota directory from the immediate postwar period records **berton e. bergstrom** at the exact address **413 goodrich avenue, st. paul, minnesota**, the same address written inside this jacket. this makes berton e. bergstrom a strong candidate for the jacket's wearer, although his specific wartime unit and aircrew duties have not yet been conclusively established. :chatgpt-content-reference{index=\"2\"} the precise address match substantially strengthens the identification and offers future researchers an excellent starting point for locating enlistment, separation, unit, or veterans administration records. \n the jacket shows extensive period wear throughout, including surface rubbing, finish loss, creasing, abrasions, and discoloration to the leather, while the brown knit cuffs and waistband remain largely intact. the tan cotton lining shows staining and use consistent with service wear but retains the important identifying name tape and address markings. the overall appearance is one of genuine age and prolonged use, with the painted usaaf insignia exhibiting the same wear and surface aging as the surrounding leather. \n australian-made usaaf flight jackets occupy a particularly interesting niche in wwii aviation collecting because they document the improvisation and local procurement that characterized the early southwest pacific air war. american aircrews serving under fifth air force operated from australia and progressively advanced through new guinea, the netherlands east indies, and the philippines, often flying under extremely primitive field conditions. an identified, service-worn jacket of this type therefore represents not merely a variation of the famous a-2, but a distinctly pacific theater adaptation of american flight clothing. \n a compelling wwii usaaf flight jacket with strong evidence of **australian manufacture, period-painted army air forces insignia, and unusually specific named provenance to b. bergstrom **. further military research on bergstrom may reveal the specific unit and combat history associated with the jacket, making this an especially promising example for the advanced usaaf or pacific theater collector."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"314","title":{"en":"wwii a-2 leather flight jacket, australian made"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25906/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War II A-2 leather flight jacket, identified as Australian-made. It is a piece of military aviation apparel, specifically a pilot's jacket from the WWII period. The jacket is crafted from dark brown leather, featuring a zippered front, two flapped patch pockets, and ribbed cuffs and waistband. The 'Australian made' distinction points to its country of manufacture, and an emblem is visible on the left shoulder.","soldPrice":425,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:38:51.399Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25906,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25907/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25907/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25907/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25907/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25907/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25907/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25907/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25907/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"original wwii-era u.s. army air forces a-2 type leather flight jacket, displaying the unmistakable wartime construction and heavily worn character associated with one of the most iconic garments of american military aviation. constructed of brown leather with a pointed collar, front zipper closure, large flap-covered patch pockets, and knitted cuffs and waistband, the jacket exhibits extensive age and genuine service-type wear throughout the leather, including pronounced surface rubbing, finish loss, creasing, crazing, abrasions, and areas of exposed underlying hide. the wear is especially evident along the sleeves, pocket areas, lower front, seams, and high-contact points, giving the jacket the appearance expected of a garment that saw considerable use rather than long-term storage. \n the jacket has undergone a number of postwar restorations or repairs that should be clearly noted. the brown interior lining appears to be a replacement, as do the knitted cuffs and waistband, which are considerably cleaner and more uniform than would normally be expected relative to the age and wear of the leather shell. the front zipper also appears to have been replaced, most likely during the same restoration process. such repairs were commonly undertaken to keep original a-2 jackets wearable long after wwii, particularly as original linings, wool knits, and wartime zippers deteriorated from decades of use. importantly, the principal leather shell, pockets, collar, and body construction retain substantial age and wear consistent with the wwii period. \n although the original maker's specification label is no longer present, the jacket follows the classic army air forces type a-2 pattern developed for flight personnel before and during wwii. the a-2 became one of the defining symbols of the american combat airman, worn by fighter pilots, bomber crews, navigators, bombardiers, and other flight personnel in every major theater of operations. because these jackets frequently remained prized personal possessions after service, many were repaired repeatedly during and after the war rather than discarded. \n of particular appeal is the jacket's largely unaltered exterior presentation. there is no surviving painted artwork, squadron insignia, name strip, or elaborate decoration, leaving the original leather shell as the central feature and providing an excellent study example of the construction and natural aging of a wartime a-2. the absence of decorative embellishment is itself representative, as a very large percentage of wartime a-2 jackets were never painted or patched. \n overall, this is an evocative wwii usaaf a-2 type leather flight jacket retaining its original period leather shell with later replacement lining, knitted waistband, cuffs, and likely zipper. the extensive wear, patina, and surface character convey the long service life of the garment and make it an attractive example for a wwii aviation collection, display, or study of original a-2 construction."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"315","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf type a-2 leather flight jacket"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25907/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a well-worn WWII USAAF Type A-2 leather flight jacket. The jacket is constructed from brown leather, showing significant distressing and wear. Key features include a zippered front closure, a pointed collar, and two flap pockets on the front. Ribbed cuffs and waistband are also visible.","soldPrice":325,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:39:22.196Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - 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world war ii u.s. army air forces type a-2 leather flight jacket, manufactured by j.a. dubow mfg. co., chicago, illinois, size 38, retaining its original wartime specification label. the label identifies the jacket as a type a-2, drawing no. 30-1415, produced by j.a. dubow under an army air forces wartime contract. dubow was one of the major wartime manufacturers of the a-2, and its jackets are readily recognized by their distinctive collar, pocket, epaulet, and construction details. \n the most significant feature is the large embroidered 718th bombardment squadron insignia sewn to the left chest. the 718th bombardment squadron was one of the squadrons of the 449th bombardment group (heavy) and entered combat from italy with the fifteenth air force during world war ii. the squadron operated consolidated b-24 liberator heavy bombers on long-range missions against strategic targets throughout southern and central europe. the 718th participated in the mediterranean strategic bombing campaign and was part of the 449th bomb group's operations against heavily defended targets including rail centers, airfields, oil facilities, and industrial complexes. wikipedia \n the insignia deserves particular attention. the eagle-in-flight design is associated with the 718th bombardment squadron and is known in wartime and later variants. the air force did not formally approve the squadron's emblem until 21 march 1957, but historical air force material specifically notes that the design had been used by the squadron since world war ii. therefore, the fact that an exact embroidered example may differ from the later standardized usaf rendering does not automatically indicate postwar manufacture. theater-made and privately acquired wwii squadron patches often varied substantially in size, embroidery technique, colors, borders, and details. wikipedia \n on this jacket, the patch exhibits age and wear consistent with the surrounding garment, but without documentary provenance its exact date of manufacture should be presented conservatively as a 718th bomb squadron insignia of a design known to have been used during wwii, rather than claiming definitively that the individual patch was manufactured during the war. \n the jacket retains its brown leather shell, original-style brown lining, knitted waistband and cuffs, front zipper, shoulder epaulets, and characteristic patch pockets. the leather displays extensive genuine service wear including finish loss, rubbing, crazing, creasing, scuffs, and abrasions throughout. of additional interest is a large ghosted circular area on the upper sleeve, apparently indicating that another insignia or painted device was once present there. this kind of evidence of changing insignia can be particularly interesting on wartime flight garments, which were sometimes modified as airmen changed assignments or units. \n the original specification label remains strongly legible and identifies the manufacturer as j.a. dubow mfg. co., chicago, illinois, with size 38 indicated below. the lining also retains wartime inspection markings. knitted cuffs and waistband show expected age and wear, including localized holes and deterioration. the leather retains an attractive heavily worn combat appearance rather than having been refinished or cosmetically restored. \n a very appealing and extensively worn original wwii usaaf j.a. dubow type a-2 flight jacket, distinguished by its scarce 718th bombardment squadron / 449th bombardment group insignia. the combination of an identifiable wartime dubow contract, original label, strong service wear, surviving squadron insignia, and evidence of earlier insignia placement makes this an especially interesting example for collectors of fifteenth air force, b-24, and wwii flight clothing. condition as photographed."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"316","title":{"en":"wwii 718th bs type a-2 flight jacket - j.a. 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Dubow. The brown leather jacket exhibits considerable wear and features a prominent circular patch on the chest with a bird motif. It has a zippered front closure, collar, and two front flap pockets, along with ribbed cuffs and waistband.","soldPrice":950,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:42:14.507Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$600 - $1,000","currency":"USD","id":25908,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25909/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25909/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25909/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25909/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25909/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25909/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25909/014/014.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii b-10 style flight jacket - mouton collar. u.s. olive drab intermediate flight jacket with dark brown mouton collar, button-flap patch pockets, zipper with pull tab, pile lining, and olive knit cuffs/waistband (left cuff frayed with holes). label removed. condition good with knit wear."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"317","title":{"en":"wwii u.s. b-10 flight jacket"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25909/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII U.S. B-10 flight jacket, representing military aviation attire from the World War II period. The jacket is made of an olive-drab fabric with a brown fur collar. It features a ribbed waistband and cuffs, two front patch pockets with button closures, and a zippered front closure. The garment is a notable piece of historical military uniform.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:42:51.566Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25909,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25910/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25910/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25910/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25910/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25910/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25910/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25910/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25910/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25910/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25910/020/020.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii/early postwar u.s. b-15 flight jacket - named w. g. murphy, size 40. u.s. type b-15 style olive drab flight jacket with golden-brown mouton collar, alpaca/pile lining, slanted snap pockets, left-sleeve zipper utility/pen pocket, olive knits, faded aaf/roundel stencil remnant on sleeve, and brown leather chest name patch stamped approximately \"w. g. murphy.\" spec tag at neck not fully legible. condition good. size 40 as labeled."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"318","title":{"en":"ww2 b-15 flight jacket, named"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25910/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War II B-15 flight jacket. It is a piece of military aviation apparel, specifically a cold-weather bomber jacket from the WWII period. The jacket is made of olive green fabric with a prominent fur collar. It features a zippered front, two diagonal pockets, and ribbed cuffs and waistband. The jacket is noted as being 'named,' suggesting personalized identification of its original wearer.","soldPrice":450,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:44:06.210Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25910,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25911/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25911/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25911/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25911/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25911/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25911/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf type b-15 flight jacket - rough wear clothing co., spec. 3157. world war ii u.s. army air forces type b-15 olive drab flight jacket labeled rough wear clothing co., middletown, pa., spec. no. 3157: brown mouton collar with tab, slanted snap pockets, zipper with leather pull, alpaca/pile lining, olive knit cuffs/waistband. light staining/fading. condition good."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"319","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf type b-15 flight jacket - rough wear"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25911/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII USAAF Type B-15 flight jacket, manufactured by Rough Wear. The jacket is olive green and features a plush brown fur collar. It has a zippered front, two angled front pockets, and ribbed cuffs and waistband, presenting a classic bomber jacket silhouette.","soldPrice":475,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:45:44.086Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25911,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25912/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25912/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25912/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25912/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25912/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25912/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25912/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf type a-11 intermediate flying trousers - alpaca lined. world war ii u.s. army air forces type a-11 intermediate flying trousers in faded od with alpaca/pile lining, full-length leg zippers, multiple snap cargo/shin pockets, brown knit ankle cuffs, army air forces winged-star stencil, and property air force label. heavy staining/soiling; moth holes in knits. condition fair to good (field-worn)."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"320","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf type a-11 intermediate flying trousers"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25912/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features WWII USAAF Type A-11 intermediate flying trousers. These olive-drab utilitarian trousers include multiple cargo pockets and prominent vertical zippers along the front of each leg. The heavy-duty fabric and construction suggest durability for flight or field use, showing signs of wear and field use.","soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:47:17.358Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25912,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25913/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25913/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25913/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf type c-3 sheepskin flight vest - aaf stencil. world war ii u.s. army air forces type c-3 dark brown sheepskin/leather flight vest with cream shearling lining at collar, armholes, and hem; full front zipper; two lower patch pockets; yellow army air forces winged-star stencil on left pocket. heavy leather cracking/finish loss and significant tear/loss along right armhole seam. condition fair"},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"321","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf type c-3 sheepskin flight vest - aaf"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25913/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII USAAF Type C-3 sheepskin flight vest. The vest is crafted from dark brown leather with a prominent cream-colored sheepskin lining and trim. It features a zippered front closure and two front patch pockets, with 'ARMY AIR FORCES' and an insignia visible on one pocket, showing wear and cracking typical of aged leather.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:48:35.938Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25913,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25914/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25914/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25914/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25914/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25914/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25914/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25914/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25914/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25914/018/018.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. navy bureau of aeronautics type m-445 heavy winter flight jacket by monarch manufacturing co. of milwaukee, wisconsin, size 38, retaining its woven buaero contract label, paper size tag, and under-collar usn stencil. this lot presents a scarce, contractor-identified example of the u.s. navy's heavy winter shearling flight jacket, produced under bureau of aeronautics specification m-445 by the monarch manufacturing company, one of the earliest wartime prime contractors for the pattern. original surviving jackets of this type are considerably harder to find today than their army air forces b-3 counterparts, and this example is unusual in retaining both its woven maker's label and legible size tag together. no named wearer or service history accompanies the jacket, and its story rests entirely in the surviving markings and its documented pattern of manufacture. the bureau of aeronautics developed the m-445 specifically for the punishing cold faced by naval aviators, pby catalina flying-boat crews, and air gunners flying long over-water patrols into sub-zero, high-altitude environments where exposure was as real a hazard as enemy action. designers distinguished the navy pattern from the army's b-3 through dual-button flap exterior pockets, bi-swing shoulder gussets for freedom of movement at the gun or controls, side waist-adjustment straps, and recessed worsted-wool knit storm cuffs sewn inside the sleeve ends to seal out arctic wind at altitude. jackets of this pattern outfitted crews on convoy escort, anti-submarine, and search-and-rescue duty across both the atlantic and pacific theaters through the war years and into the early korean war period, when remaining service stocks continued to see issue. the jacket is constructed of seal brown shearling-lined leather with a full fleece collar and body lining. the front carries a working zip closure flanked by two dual-button flap pockets, with bi-swing pleats visible at the rear shoulders and buckled adjustment straps at the lower sides, all consistent with the m-445 specification. sewn at the interior neck is the black woven gold-lettered label reading"},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"322","title":{"en":"ww2 usn m-445a shearling flight jacket"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25914/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War II USN M-445A shearling flight jacket. It is a piece of military aviation apparel, specifically a heavy-duty pilot's jacket from the WWII period. The jacket is constructed from dark brown leather with a thick shearling lining visible at the collar, interior, and cuffs. It features a zippered front, two large flap pockets, and adjustable straps on the sleeves. The distressed leather and visible shearling highlight its robust construction for cold-weather flying conditions.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:49:20.223Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25914,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25915/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25915/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25915/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25915/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25915/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25915/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. navy/usmc m-422a or early g-1 style goatskin flight jacket with mouton collar, bi-swing back, maker's tag lost, circa wwii to early korean war era offered here is an original mid-20th-century u.s. navy or marine corps flight jacket built to the m-422a pattern, the goatskin-and-mouton design that stands as direct ancestor to the later 55-j-14 and mil-j-7823 g-1 series. the specification/maker tag has been lost from the neck lining, so no contractor, contract number, or precise date can be read from the garment itself; it is catalogued strictly on construction, materials, and pattern detail, all of which are consistent with issue navy flight leathers of the period. the m-422 and its successor m-422a were adopted for navy and marine corps aviators as cockpit protection against cold at altitude became critical in both the atlantic and pacific theaters. the bi-swing pleated back gave pilots the shoulder mobility needed to work stick and throttle in cramped fighter and bomber cockpits, while the genuine mouton collar could be turned up against the wind. button-flap patch pockets, one with a pen slot, gave quick access to flight logs and charts. jackets of this pattern were worn from carrier decks in the pacific through the early jet age, and the type continued in navy service with only minor modification into the korean war; an example carrying this much honest wear speaks to genuine field use rather than parade-ground storage. the jacket is constructed of goatskin leather with the characteristic bi-swing back, front zip closure beneath a leather wind flap, and two button-flap patch pockets at the lower front. the mouton fur collar is original to the piece and shows natural thinning and loss of pile consistent with age. the rayon lining at the neck is torn and partially unstitched, exposing the collar's underside construction and the void where the specification tag would ordinarily sit; no maker's mark or size stamp is legible in the photographs. the ribbed knit waistband is heavily worn with snagging, fraying, and open holes along its lower edge, most pronounced at the front hem, while the knit cuffs remain comparatively more stable. no accompanying tags, papers, or additional insignia are present with this lot. condition throughout is heavy: the goatskin shows extensive fine surface cracking, deep creasing, finish loss, and abrasion across the sleeves, torso, and seams. an honest, hard-worn survivor of the classic navy flight jacket lineage, best suited to the collector prepared to stabilize or restore it, or to preserve it as found for study."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"323","title":{"en":"wwii usn m-422a style g-1 flight jacket"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25915/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII USN M-422A style G-1 flight jacket. It is a historical military garment, typical of aviator outerwear from the World War II era. The jacket is crafted from dark brown leather, showing significant wear and distressing. It features a brown fur collar, a zippered front, ribbed cuffs and waistband, and two large button-flap patch pockets on the lower front.","soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:50:05.125Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25915,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25916/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25916/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25916/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25916/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25916/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25916/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25916/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usn m-422a goatskin flight jacket, usn stenci. world war ii u.s. navy m-422a intermediate flight jacket in brown goatskin, mouton fur collar, bi-swing back, and stenciled \"usn\" beneath the collar offered here is an original world war ii-era united states navy m-422a intermediate flight jacket, the rugged goatskin garment issued to navy and marine corps aviators during the height of the pacific and atlantic air campaigns. the jacket retains a faded but legible \"usn\" stencil beneath the mouton collar, a strong period-correct feature consistent with naval contract issue, though the maker's spec label at the collar has been lost, leaving only stitch remnants and a leather tab stub where it was once sewn. approved in october 1940, the m-422a represented a refinement of the earlier m-422 pattern, most notably the addition of a dedicated pencil slot to the left front flap pocket - a small but telling detail for aircrew who needed quick access to plotting tools and charts in the cockpit. constructed of supple, chrome-tanned goatskin with a bi-swing gusseted back for freedom of movement at the controls and a thick mouton fur collar for warmth at altitude, the m-422a was worn by navy and marine aviators across the pacific and atlantic theaters, with jackets of this general pattern also associated with the american volunteer group"},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"324","title":{"en":"wwii usn m-422a goatskin flight jacket, usn"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25916/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII USN M-422A goatskin flight jacket, a classic piece of military aviator apparel from the World War II period. Constructed from brown goatskin leather, the jacket exhibits wear consistent with its age. Key features include a brown fur collar, a heavy-duty front zipper, ribbed knit cuffs and waistband, and two button-flap patch pockets on the lower front. The interior appears to have a red lining.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:51:30.342Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $500","currency":"USD","id":25916,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25917/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25917/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25917/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25917/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25917/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25917/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"united states navy m-422a pattern leather flight jacket, stenciled \"usn\" beneath collar with perforated wind-flap stencil, mid-20th century - early g-1 style intermediate flying jacket, maker unmarked offered is a vintage united states navy leather flight jacket of the m-422a pattern, the immediate forerunner of the celebrated g-1 flying jacket familiar to collectors. standardized by the navy in 1940 and issued through the second world war and into the early korean war period, the pattern served as the definitive intermediate flight jacket for naval and marine corps aviators. no maker or contract label survives - only remnant tag stitching remains at the collar interior - so the jacket is catalogued on pattern, construction, and stenciling rather than a documented contract history; no separate biography or unit provenance has been located for this individual example. the m-422a pattern grew out of the bureau of aeronautics' adaptation of the army air corps a-2 jacket for shipboard and carrier operations, its bi-swing back and underarm gussets allowing freedom of movement in the cockpit while the mouton collar guarded against the cold of open-canopy flight over the atlantic and pacific. postwar, the design was refined through the an-j-3a and 55-j-14 contracts before settling into the mil-j-7823 g-1 specification. the faded blue-white \"usn\" ink stencil beneath the collar and the pin-prick perforated stencil pattern on the interior wind flap, both clearly visible in the accompanying photographs, are consistent with issue markings applied at naval supply depots during this transitional era; the perforated legend on the flap has largely faded to a partial, illegible impression. the jacket is constructed of seal-brown goatskin with a set-in genuine mouton fur collar, a metal zipper front concealed beneath the stenciled wind flap, and the characteristic bi-swing back with underarm action gussets. both breast pockets are the classic flapped patch style with pointed button tabs. the reverse collar bears the visible \"usn\" stencil, with two small hand-stitched repairs to the leather just below it. knit wool cuffs and a matching waistband are fitted at both sleeve ends and hem, retaining their original dark brown color where intact. condition is fair and honestly distressed, consistent with genuine period service wear: the goatskin shell shows heavy surface scuffing, creasing, and finish loss along the shoulders, sleeves, and seams, with scattered abrasion losses to the grain in several places, most visible along both sleeves. the knit cuffs and waistband are severely frayed and torn, with losses and moth nibbling most pronounced at the cuff ends. the mouton collar has curled with age but retains full pile coverage. no maker, size, or spec label survives. a characterful, well-worn survivor of naval flight gear from the wwii-to-korea transitional era, its stenciled usn markings still legible testimony to genuine service use rather than reproduction or later assembly."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"325","title":{"en":"usn m-422a goatskin flight jacket, stenciled"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25917/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a USN M-422A goatskin flight jacket, stenciled, representing a military aviator jacket. Likely dating from the WWII era, it is made of dark brown goatskin leather, showing considerable patina and wear. The jacket features a brown fur collar, a zippered front closure with an additional button flap, ribbed knit cuffs and waistband, and two button-flap patch pockets on the lower front. The stenciling, though not clearly visible in the image, is noted in the catalog text.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:53:46.515Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25917,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25918/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25918/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25918/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25918/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25918/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25918/012/012.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii an-3-a jacket modified. embroidered phoenix-rising-from-flames back patch, pacific theater association. could be seac, but also may be associated with a 1950s-60s motorcycle club. offered here is a dark brown leather flight-style jacket distinguished by its dramatic back-mounted insignia - a large circular patch of dense black chenille/chainstitch embroidery depicting a phoenix rising above red-and-yellow flames, outlined in red on a cream twill ground. the jacket carries no maker or specification label, and no named recipient or documented unit history accompanies it; its interest rests in the garment itself and the striking insignia it bears. no separate biography or provenance has been located for this piece. the silhouette invites comparison with the contract-issue usaaf type a-2, and the phoenix motif itself carries genuine wartime resonance, having been informally adopted by pacific theater flying and reconnaissance elements - including outfits associated with the 5th air force - and by occupation-era servicemen in the years following japan's surrender, when the image of rebirth from ashes held obvious appeal for men who had come through the island-hopping campaigns and the long air war over the pacific. close study of the jacket, however, reveals construction that departs from official military specification: visible button closures on the flapped patch pockets, an absence of shoulder epaulets, and a pleated, bi-swing lower back panel above the knit waistband rather than the straight contract-pattern cut. these details are more consistent with a commercial or private-purchase flight jacket of the wwii/immediate postwar era, or possibly a substantially altered military pattern, than with a government type a-2 built to army air forces specification. the jacket is cut from dark brown leather with a shirt-style pointed collar, front zip closure, and two lower patch pockets each with a single-button flap; shoulders are plain and unepauletted. knit cuffs and a knit waistband in matching brown complete the garment, the latter set beneath a pleated bi-swing back panel. the reverse patch remains vividly colored and securely stitched to the leather despite light spot soiling to its twill field. the lining is a rust-brown sateen showing heavy creasing and discoloration, with hand-executed repair stitching and small patched sections visible at the interior collar, shoulders, and lower hem - honest evidence of a jacket mended to keep it in service. no separate items accompany this lot. condition throughout is fair to good for its age: the leather shows surface abrasion, flaking, and scuffing concentrated at the shoulders, collar, and sleeve creases, while the knit cuffs and waistband display light pilling and a few small moth nips; no maker or spec tag survives. a visually arresting mid-century aviator's jacket whose bold phoenix insignia and honest, well-worn construction speak to a real flying life, even where paperwork has not survived to confirm the unit or the man who wore it."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"326","title":{"en":"wwii-era an-3-a flight jacket with phoenix patch"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25918/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII-era AN-3-A flight jacket, a type of military aviation attire from the World War II period. The jacket is made of brown leather and features a ribbed waistband and cuffs. It includes two front patch pockets with button closures and a zippered front. A phoenix patch is a notable visual feature of this garment.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:54:44.422Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25918,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25919/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25919/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25919/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. navy g-1 intermediate flight jacket, mil-j-7823 (aer), by l.w. foster sportswear co., inc., contract n383-22356a, size 38, circa 1955-1956, bearing an embroidered squadron patch for the 71st fighter interceptor squadron \"the iron hand\" offered here is a well-worn, honestly used example of the classic navy g-1 intermediate flight jacket, manufactured under contract by l.w. foster sportswear co., inc.-a name consistently prized by militaria and flight-jacket collectors for the superior goatskin leather and tailoring associated with mid-1950s production. the jacket carries no name or personal inscription; its story rests entirely in its government contract markings and its cold war-era squadron association rather than an individually documented recipient, and no separate biography accompanies it. standardized for navy and marine corps aviators, the g-1 pattern became so favored for its warmth, durability, and comfortable cut that it was frequently sought after by flyers well outside the naval establishment. this example bears an embroidered chest patch for the 71st fighter interceptor squadron, an air defense command unit tasked with the air defense of north american airspace during the height of the cold war, flying a succession of frontline interceptors including the f-86 sabre, f-89 scorpion, and later the f-102 delta dagger. the presence of an air force interceptor squadron's insignia on a navy-pattern jacket reflects the well-known period practice of air force pilots privately acquiring the rugged g-1 in preference to, or alongside, their issued flight jackets-an interesting detail of interservice crossover from the continental air-defense era. the jacket is constructed of brown goatskin leather with a mouton fur collar, knit waistband and cuffs, and the expected bi-swing back and twin button-flap chest pockets. inside the collar, the original woven contract label survives, its yellow lettering now partially faded but still legible for \"specification mil-j-7823 (aer), \" \"l.w. foster sportswear co. inc, \" \"contract n383-22356a, \" and size \"38,\" together with the original leather hanging loop. the embroidered 71st fis patch remains sewn to the left chest, depicting a white winged fist gripping a red-and-yellow lightning bolt against a blue roundel, encircled in yellow and bordered below by a yellow scroll reading \"71st ftr. intcp. sq., \" with only minor fraying to its edge borders. condition is very good. the mouton collar shows localized balding and fabric loss along the neck seam; the goatskin exhibits overall creasing, surface wear, and an attractive age-toned patina; and the knit waist and cuffs display pilling, stretching, and light fraying typical of original 1950s knitwear. the zipper and button-flap pockets appear complete and functional in the photographs. a genuine, honestly worn l.w. foster g-1 carrying the scarce and graphically striking insignia of a cold war interceptor squadron-an affordable and characterful entry point into naval flight jacket history with an unmistakable air defense command twist."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"327","title":{"en":"l.w. foster g-1 flight jacket, 71st fis patch"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25919/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is an L.W. Foster G-1 flight jacket, a military aviator garment. Crafted from dark brown leather, the jacket features a brown fur collar, a central zipper closure, and ribbed knit cuffs and waistband. A prominent visual feature is the colorful '71st FIS patch' on the right chest, depicting an eagle holding a missile, indicating its military unit association.","soldPrice":225,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:55:50.059Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25919,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25920/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25920/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25920/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"full catalog title: u.s. navy type g-1 leather flight jacket - plain exterior. u.s. navy type g-1 dark brown leather flight jacket with mouton collar, button-flap patch pockets, bi-swing back, and knit cuffs/waistband. no exterior patches. honest service wear; knits lightly pillled. labels not confirmed from primary view. condition good."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"328","title":{"en":"u.s. navy type g-1 leather flight jacket - plain"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25920/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a U.S. Navy Type G-1 leather flight jacket, presented as a 'plain' model without additional patches. It is a classic military aviator jacket, likely from a post-WWII to modern era. The jacket is constructed from dark brown leather, featuring a dark fur collar, a central zippered front closure, and two button-flap patch pockets on the lower front. The ribbed knit cuffs and waistband are characteristic of this jacket type.","soldPrice":80,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:56:57.163Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25920,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25921/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25921/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25921/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. military-issue cwu-45/p cold weather flight jacket, fire-resistant nomex shell, sage green, spec mil-j-83388, unpatched example offered here is a genuine u.s. military-issue cwu-45/p cold weather flying jacket, the fire-resistant nomex successor to the earlier flammable nylon ma-1, worn across u.s. air force, navy, and marine corps flight communities from the 1970s onward. no named wearer, unit, or contract data can be established from the photographs - the upper specification label has washed to illegibility through service laundering, while the lower interior label, \"jackets, flyers', cold weather / type cwu-45/p, \" remains legible along with its fire-resistant care instructions. no separate biography or provenance is documented; the jacket stands on its own as a representative example of the type. developed under specification mil-j-83388 to replace the flammable nylon flight jackets of the vietnam era, the cwu-45/p was built around dupont's aromatic polyamide nomex fiber, valued for its self-extinguishing, fire-resistant qualities in the fuel-vapor environment of a jet cockpit. the pattern's high-mounted, velcro-flap cargo pockets were deliberately raised above the waistline to clear shoulder and lap harness straps, while the sleeve utility pocket and fold-down collar rounded out a design built for the practical demands of cockpit life. jackets of this pattern were produced in quantity by multiple contractors - among them alpha industries, valley apparel, and propper international - across a run spanning the 1980s through the 2000s, making surviving examples a durable and recognizable fixture of u.s. flight gear from the late cold war into the modern era. the jacket is fabricated in sage-green nomex-type twill with a quilted lining, front zipper beneath a fabric wind flap, and ribbed knit cuffs and waistband retaining good elasticity. two high-set, velcro-flap cargo pockets sit at the chest, angled to keep openings clear of a harness; a smaller sleeve pocket with pen slots is fitted to the left forearm. chest, shoulder, and sleeve hook-and-loop panels are intact but bare, one retaining a plain olive backing patch, with faint outlines marking where squadron or name tapes were once affixed. no squadron patches, name tapes, rank insignia, or paperwork accompany the jacket; it is presented as the single unpatched garment shown. condition is very good and service-worn: light overall creasing and surface soiling consistent with active flight use, minor pilling to the knit trim, and fading to the upper label, with no significant tears or shell damage noted. an honest, wearable cwu-45/p that preserves the practical form and fire-resistant construction of late-20th-century american flight clothing."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"329","title":{"en":"us military cwu-45/p nomex flight jacket"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25921/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a US military CWU-45/P Nomex flight jacket, a modern aviator garment. The jacket is made from olive green Nomex, a flame-resistant material, indicating its utility for flight crews. Key features include a relaxed fit, a full-front zipper, two large angled patch pockets with flap closures, and a utility pocket with zipper on the left sleeve. Hook-and-loop patches are visible on the chest for insignia.","soldPrice":70,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:57:38.487Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25921,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25922/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25922/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25922/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25922/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25922/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25922/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25922/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25922/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25922/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25922/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"rare korean war usaf n-2a blue phase flight jacket. korean war era usaf type n-2a heavy flying jacket with attached fur-trimmed split hood, size large, spec. no. mil-j-6278, order no. af-33(038)-18828, manufactured by aviators clothing co., inc. offered here is a scarce example of the type n-2a heavy flying jacket in the short-lived air force blue \"blue phase\" livery, produced by the aviators clothing co., inc. under korean war-era air force contract af-33(038)-18828. the jacket retains its complete, crisp, and legible spec label sewn into the interior collar, confirming the maker, size, drawing number, stock number, and contract order - the full identifying data collectors look for in an original, unaltered example of this pattern. no individual recipient or unit history is documented with this jacket, and the story here rests entirely in the specification data and contract markings sewn into the garment itself. with the creation of an independent united states air force in 1947, aircrew cold-weather gear was gradually converted from wartime olive drab to a distinctive air force blue, giving rise to what collectors now call the \"blue phase\" of air force flight clothing. the type n-2a, built to specification mil-j-6278, was designed as a shorter, cockpit-friendly alternative to the parka-length n-3a, intended for aircrews flying in heavy cold and extreme cold environments over korea and other cold war theaters of the early 1950s. pilots downed behind enemy lines, however, quickly found the bright blue shell dangerously conspicuous against snow and terrain, and by the mid-1950s the air force phased in the sage green n-2b in its place - a changeover that makes surviving blue phase n-2a jackets, particularly in larger sizes and strong original condition, genuinely uncommon on the collector market today. the jacket is executed in heavy air force blue nylon twill over a quilted lining, with a substantial mouton hood interior and a long-haired fur ruff trimming the attached, center-zip split hood, which opens flat across the shoulders or zips up around the face. the main front closure combines a heavy-gauge zipper with a protective button-over storm fly, slanted front pockets close with snaps, and a zippered utility pocket on the upper left sleeve retains its original leather zipper pull tab. knit cuffs and a knit waistband, both original to the garment, complete the design, and the maker's label remains sewn inside the collar with its type, specification, size, stock, and order details fully legible. the air force blue shell retains rich, largely unfaded coloration throughout, and the original spec label is crisp and completely legible. the fur ruff is full and well-preserved with only light matting, and the mouton hood lining shows scattered thinning consistent with age. the zippers and snaps appear intact and operable, and the knit cuffs and waistband survive in generally sound condition, with minor pinpoint moth nips and a couple of small holes visible at one cuff and along the waistband, consistent with age and light service wear. a genuinely scarce surviving example of the fleeting blue phase n-2a, combining a fully intact contract label with strong original color, fur trim, and hardware in a desirable large size."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"330","title":{"en":"rare korean war usaf n-2a blue phase flight"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25922/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare Korean War USAF N-2A blue phase flight jacket, a cold-weather military aviator parka from the 1950s. The jacket is dark blue, featuring a fur-lined hood with a central zipper, a full-front zipper covered by a button-flap storm closure, and multiple pockets. A utility pocket with a zipper is visible on the left sleeve, characteristic of flight jackets.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:58:09.919Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25922,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25923/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25923/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25923/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25923/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. air force type l-2b light zone flying man's jacket, mil-j-7448j, manufactured by alpha industries, inc. of knoxville, tennessee, size x-large, with vivid indian orange reversible lining and commercial three-bars pocket tag. this lot offers a well-preserved example of the l-2b flight jacket, a lightweight garment developed for u.s. air force aircrew operating in temperate \"light zone\" conditions, roughly 42 degreesf to 65 degreesf, as an alternative to bulkier intermediate-weight jackets such as the ma-1. no individual recipient or service history is identified with this example, and its interest rests entirely in its specification markings and manufacturer's data rather than any personal provenance. the l-2b pattern traces its lineage to the early 1950s, evolving through a long series of military specification revisions from mil-j-7448 to the j-suffix version seen here. among the most significant updates was the 1960 introduction of the vivid indian orange lining, adopted to aid search-and-rescue teams in locating downed airmen who could reverse the garment to display the high-visibility interior. alpha industries, one of the principal contractors for u.s. flight clothing throughout the cold war era, produced both government-contract and commercial-pattern versions of the jacket for the retail and export markets, closely mirroring the cut, hardware, and specification labeling of genuine issue examples, as reflected in the three-bars logo on this jacket's pocket tag. the jacket is constructed of sage-green 100% nylon shell material with the signature bright orange lining intact throughout the body and sleeves. it features permanently attached snap-fastened epaulets at each shoulder, dual snap-closure flap pockets at the waist, and a zippered utility pocket on the left sleeve with narrow pencil compartments. ribbed knit collar, cuffs, and waistband are present and retain elasticity. the sewn label inside the collar is intact and legible, reading \"jacket, flying man's light zone type l-2b, \" specification mil-j-7448j, size x-large, contract number, stock number, and the alpha industries, inc., knoxville, tennessee address, with shell content marked 100% nylon and \"made in u.s.a.\" the nylon shell shows light creasing and minor surface wear consistent with age and storage rather than heavy use. the orange lining displays a few small spots and mild discoloration but remains vibrant overall. the knit collar, cuffs, and waistband show light pilling and fuzzing typical of vintage examples but continue to hold their shape and stretch. the main zipper and snap closures appear functional in the photographs. a solid, well-marked example of the classic l-2b flight jacket pattern, its alpha industries knoxville tag and indian orange lining making it a desirable x-large piece for both military uniform collectors and vintage flight-jacket enthusiasts."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"331","title":{"en":"alpha industries usaf l-2b flight jacket xl"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25923/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is an Alpha Industries USAF L-2B flight jacket, size XL, a classic military bomber jacket. The jacket is olive green on the exterior, made from a synthetic material, and features a contrasting bright orange lining, visible when unzipped. Key features include a ribbed knit collar, cuffs, and waistband, a central zipper closure, two snap-closure front pockets, and a utility pocket with a zipper on the left sleeve.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:58:53.098Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25923,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25924/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25924/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25924/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25924/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25924/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25924/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25924/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25924/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. navy bureau of aeronautics type g-1 intermediate flight jacket, mil-j-7823(aer), contract n383s-88886, size 40, by werber sportswear, inc., with a stitched multi-piece leather 48-star american flag patch to the back panel. offered is a korean war-era u.s. navy g-1 intermediate flight jacket manufactured by werber sportswear, inc. under bureau of aeronautics specification mil-j-7823(aer), contract no. n383s-88886, size 40. the jacket retains its original woven contract label sewn into the neck, and the back panel carries a striking hand-applied leather flag bearing 48 stars, the national pattern in use before the 1959 admission of alaska and hawaii. the jacket's history is defined by the specification data stitched into the collar and the personalized flag itself, a form of self-expression common among naval aviation personnel of the period. the g-1 pattern evolved from the navy's earlier m-422a and an-j-3a flight jackets as the service standardized its cold-weather flying gear in the years immediately following the second world war. this example dates to the early 1950s, the height of korean war carrier aviation, when the type was issued widely to naval aviators and air crew operating from pacific fleet carriers and shore stations. werber sportswear, inc., based in newburgh, new york, was among the most significant american contractors producing flight jackets from the second world war through the early cold war, and its g-1s are well documented in period photographs of naval airmen. the back panel's flag, built up from separate stitched leather stripes and stars rather than a printed or stamped design, reflects the kind of individual customization aviators and ground personnel applied to mark a jacket as distinctly their own. the jacket is constructed of dark seal-brown goatskin with a mouton shearling collar, bi-swing action back, and knit wool cuffs and waistband. the front closes with its brass zipper, and two flapped bellows pockets retain their original leather-covered buttons. the interior neck label, still fully legible, reads bureau of aeronautics u.s. navy."},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"332","title":{"en":"korean war usn g-1 jacket, werber, 48-star flag"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25924/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a Korean War-era USN G-1 flight jacket by Werber. The jacket is made of dark brown leather with a fur collar and features a full zipper closure. Two large flap pockets are visible on the front, along with ribbed cuffs and waistband. A small 48-star flag patch is noted on the garment, indicating its period of origin and US Navy service.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T21:59:32.858Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $500","currency":"USD","id":25924,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25925/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25925/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25925/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25925/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25925/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25925/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"usaf type ma-1 intermediate flight jacket, mil-j-8279d, size x-large, alpha industries, inc., contract dsa 100-69-c-0113, dated 19 july 1968, vietnam war period a genuine vietnam-era u.s. air force ma-1 flight jacket in sage green nylon, manufactured under military contract by alpha industries, inc., dated 19 july 1968 on the interior label, sized x-large. no separate biography accompanies this lot; its interest rests in the manufacturer's tag and the documented specification revision it represents, mil-j-8279d, rather than in any named recipient or unit assignment. the ma-1 emerged in the early 1950s as the u.s. air force sought a lighter, more functional replacement for the bulkier cloth and leather intermediate flying jackets of the world war ii and korean war generations, such as the b-15. as jet cockpits grew tighter and mission profiles demanded greater freedom of movement, the ma-1's slim nylon shell and knit closures became standard flight gear across the service. the reversible indian orange lining, retained in this revision d example produced between 1965 and 1970, was a deliberate safety feature: a downed airman could reverse the jacket to expose the high-visibility orange shell, dramatically improving his chances of being spotted by search-and-rescue aircraft over jungle or open water in southeast asia. this revision also marks a transitional point in the type's development, phasing out the earlier chest oxygen mask retention tabs seen on preceding models as flight equipment configurations evolved through the vietnam war years. the jacket displays a sage green nylon shell with two slanted, snap-fastened front pockets and a zippered sleeve utility pocket sized for cigarettes or a pencil, closed by a metal zipper fitted with a leather pull tab. ribbed knit forms the collar, cuffs, and waistband. the interior label, still legible, reads jacket, flying, man's, intermediate, ma-1, mil-j-8279d (usaf), size x-large, stock no. 8415-818-7354, dsa 100-69-c-0113, 19 july 1968, alpha industries, inc., with interlining of 100% wool pile and 100% cotton backing. the reversible indian orange lining remains bright and clean throughout the body interior. condition is very good overall for a jacket of this age and type. the nylon shell retains good sheen and color with only light creasing consistent with storage and handling, and the zipper components and snap hardware appear intact. small moth nibbles and holes are visible in the knit waistband near the main zipper closure, while the ribbed cuffs show only minimal fraying and remain largely sound. a solidly documented, dated example of the classic vietnam-era usaf flight jacket, its alpha industries label and 1968 contract anchoring it firmly within the celebrated ma-1 lineage born of cold war jet aviation and search-and-rescue doctrine."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"333","title":{"en":"vietnam-era alpha ma-1 flight jacket, xl, 1968"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25925/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a Vietnam-era Alpha MA-1 flight jacket, dated 1968, in size XL. The jacket is olive green with a vibrant orange lining, characteristic of MA-1 jackets for visibility upon inversion. It features a full zipper closure, ribbed collar, cuffs, and waistband, and a utility pocket with a zipper on the left sleeve. Two snap-closure flap pockets are present on the front.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:00:48.863Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25925,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":160,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25926/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25926/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25926/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25926/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25926/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25926/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25926/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25926/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25926/020/020.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25926/021/021.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25926/022/022.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"named u.s. navy type g-1 flight jacket, size 46, to lt. r. e. \"duke\" driscoll, usn - irvin b. foster sportswear co., spec. mil-j-7823b (wep), with uss hornet cvs-12 \"huk, \" uss valley forge lph-8 far east cruise, viet nam patrol 1964-65, and a large embroidered dragon on the back offered is a personalized u.s. navy type g-1 flying jacket manufactured by the irvin b. foster sportswear co. under bureau of naval weapons contract dsa-1-2071-63-c, dated 1963, in size 46. the jacket is identified to lt. r. e. \"duke\" driscoll, usn, by a leather name tag stamped with gilt naval aviator wings and his name, rank, and service branch, and is further dressed with an original grouping of vietnam-era cruise and deployment patches that place driscoll's service squarely within the opening years of american naval commitment in southeast asia. no separate published biography of lt. driscoll has been located; the narrative here rests entirely on the markings and insignia carried by the jacket itself. the patch grouping documents pacific fleet service aboard two significant platforms during 1964-65. the chest patch, surmounted by embroidered aviator wings, identifies duty with uss hornet (cvs-12) and its hunter-killer (huk) anti-submarine squadrons operating in the western pacific at a time when carrier asw groups were increasingly drawn into the broader southeast asian buildup. the left sleeve carries a far east cruise patch for uss valley forge (lph-8), its embroidery combining the ship's silhouette with the flags of the united states, japan, the republic of china, the philippines, and the united kingdom, and dated 1965, reflecting the amphibious assault ship's regional port calls. the right sleeve bears a \"viet nam patrol 1964-65\" patch mapping the gulf of tonkin, haiphong, the south china sea, tourane, nha trang, cam ranh, and saigon - the operational waters patrolled during the escalation following the tonkin gulf incident. the large multicolor dragon hand-sewn to the center back, almost certainly acquired during a far east liberty port such as yokosuka, subic bay, or hong kong, exemplifies the personalized theater embroidery prized by naval aircrew of the period. the jacket itself is constructed of dark brown goatskin leather with a mouton fur collar, bi-swing back, ribbed knit cuffs and waistband, and a conmar brass zipper retaining its leather pull tab and usn windflap perforation pattern at the front closure. the interior woven label reads \"jacket, flying, man's type g-1,\" \"spec. mil-j-7823b (wep), \" \"bureau of naval weapons usn, \" \"irvin b. foster sptswear co., \" contract \"dsa-1-2071-63-c, \" and size 46. the leather name tag with wings sits at the left breast beneath the hornet chest patch; the valley forge and viet nam patrol patches occupy the left and right sleeves respectively; the dragon insignia dominates the upper back panel. condition is very good to excellent. the leather remains supple with light, honest creasing at the elbows and closure points and minor surface abrasion consistent with period wear; the mouton collar retains good pile without bald patches; the knit cuffs and waistband hold their elasticity with only faint pilling. the conmar zipper appears complete with its leather pull. all four patches and the back dragon show bright, tightly stitched embroidery with only faint, age-appropriate fading, and the lining is clean with the woven specification tag fully legible. a vivid, named vietnam-era naval aviator's g-1, its hornet, valley forge, and patrol-map patches tracing a documented 1964-65 pacific deployment, crowned by a striking dragon back patch that captures the visual culture of theater-customized flight gear at the dawn of america's air war over vietnam."},"estimateMax":960,"lotNumber":"334","title":{"en":"vietnam usn g-1 named flight jacket, patches"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25926/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":160,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a Vietnam War era USN G-1 flight jacket. It is a piece of military aviation apparel, specifically a naval pilot's jacket from the Vietnam War period. The jacket is made of brown leather with a fur collar, a zippered front, and ribbed cuffs and waistband. It is notable for being 'named' to an individual and features multiple colorful patches, including a \"VF-84 Jolly Rogers\" patch, signifying squadron affiliation and personalized military service.","soldPrice":750,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:01:48.745Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$660 - $960","currency":"USD","id":25926,"estimateMin":660},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25927/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25927/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25927/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25927/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25927/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25927/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25927/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. navy buwep jacket, winter flying suit (j-wfs), size 40 long, mil-s-18342b (wep), by aviators equipment corp. under contract dsa-1-1122-63-c, bearing the embroidered chest insignia of the u.s. naval ordnance test unit, cape canaveral, florida. this is an original vietnam war-era u.s. navy winter flying jacket, known to collectors as the \"wep\" jacket for the bureau of naval weapons (buwep) designation stitched into its size label. the jacket offered here retains a bright and securely stitched embroidered chest patch for the u.s. naval ordnance test unit (notu), its blue field, gold border, and anchor-and-missile device instantly identifying an assignment to this specialized cape canaveral command. no separate published biography accompanies the jacket; its story is carried entirely in the contract markings, size label, and unit patch, which together anchor it firmly to a specific command and period. established in the 1950s at cape canaveral, the naval ordnance test unit supported the navy's fleet ballistic missile program, providing range, tracking, and logistical support as the polaris system and its successors, poseidon and trident, moved from design into operational testing aboard fleet ballistic missile submarines. naval aviation personnel attached to notu flew support, tracking, and range-safety missions tied to these launches, and the sage-olive nylon j-wfs jacket - engineered with a deliberately short waist to interface with high-rise anti-exposure flight trousers - was standard cold-weather flight gear for aircrew of this era, seeing wide service with navy and marine corps aviators through the vietnam war years even as its use extended well beyond that theater into stateside test and range commands like notu. the jacket is constructed of sage/olive nylon twill with a bi-swing pleated action back for freedom of movement, a smooth-running conmar zipper fitted with its original woven pull tape, and ribbed knit collar and cuffs that remain supple and largely free of moth damage. two large button-flap chest cargo pockets dominate the front, with a slim pencil/utility pocket set into the left sleeve; the interior retains its button attachment tabs for connection to matching flight trousers, along with an elasticized fabric waistband. the black woven size label at the neck is crisp and fully legible, reading buwep - u.s. navy, jacket, winter flying suit, size 40 long, spec. mil-s-18342b (wep), aviators equipment corp., dsa-1-1122-63-c. the notu patch, worked in blue, gold, orange, black, and cream thread, remains vivid and securely stitched to the left chest. condition is very good for a vintage flight garment of this type. the nylon shell shows light overall surface wrinkling with minor scattered scuffs, along with a few faint dark spots on the upper back that do not significantly detract from display. the lower interior hem shows slight seam pulling near the elastic waistband, and the lining is otherwise clean throughout. the zipper action, pull tape, and knit trim remain fully functional with only minimal wear consistent with age and storage. a scarce and highly displayable example of vietnam-era naval flight gear, its cape canaveral ordnance test unit patch tying it directly to the navy's cold war ballistic missile testing program."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"335","title":{"en":"scarce usn wep jacket, notu cape canaveral"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25927/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a scarce USN WEP jacket associated with NOTU Cape Canaveral. The jacket is olive green and features a standard collar, zippered front closure, and two large flap pockets on the chest. Ribbed cuffs and waistband are present, and a circular patch with an emblem is visible on the left chest. The material appears to be a durable fabric, likely nylon or a similar blend.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:02:30.617Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25927,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25928/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25928/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25928/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25928/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25928/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25928/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25928/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"early u.s. navy buaer \"wep\" winter flying suit jacket (j-wfs), specification mil-s-18342(aer), contract no. n383-20814a, by aviators clothing co., inc., size 46l, circa 1953-1956. offered here is an early production example of the u.s. navy's iconic \"wep\" jacket, the cropped upper component of the two-piece winter flying suit worn by naval aviators and aircrews in the early jet age. the woven interior label identifies the maker as aviators clothing co., inc., along with the governing specification and contract number, and a separate size tab reads \"46l.\" manufactured under bureau of aeronautics (buaer) authority - a designation predating the later bureau of naval weapons (buwep) and defense supply agency (dsa) contract markings - this jacket carries the earliest generation of specification labeling for the type, making it notably scarcer than the more commonly encountered 1960s and 1970s variants. no individual recipient or unit association has been identified for this example; its significance rests in its documented buaer contract data and early specification markings rather than a personal biography. the wep jacket emerged in the early 1950s as naval aviation transitioned into the jet era, when pilots found the bulkier bomber-style flight jackets of the world war ii period ill-suited to the tight confines of jet cockpits and the lap-belt harnesses of ejection seats. buaer's response, formalized under specification mil-s-18342, was a shortened, high-collared jacket designed to button directly into matching high-waisted winter flight trousers via internal waist tabs, creating a snug, integrated cold-weather flying suit that would not interfere with parachute harnesses, oxygen hoses, or survival gear. favored for its cropped torso sitting comfortably above lap harnesses, the jacket became a familiar sight among carrier-based jet pilots during the mid-1950s buildup of naval aviation. the nylon-twill shell features two large flap-covered chest pockets with snap closures, a flap-covered upper left-sleeve pocket, a zip front protected by a buttoned storm flap, and an elasticated waist hem. a knitted collar closes with a buttoned tab, and knitted cuffs finish the sleeves. the olive-toned interior lining retains the woven label reading \"buaer-u.s. navy, jacket, winter flying, specification mil-s-18342(aer), contract no. n383-20814a, aviators clothing co., inc., \" with the separate \"46l\" size tab beneath it; all four internal trouser-attachment tabs are present along the interior waistband. the garment presents in very good vintage condition overall, with the shell showing light creasing, minor surface spotting, and scattered scuffs consistent with honest military use. the knitted collar and cuffs retain good elasticity, with only minor pilling and light wear. the interior lining is intact, and a loose thread is visible at the edge of one attachment tab. the zipper, snap closures, and buttoned storm flap all appear intact and functional. an appealing, well-marked early buaer-contract wep jacket in a desirable larger size, its precisely documented label offering tangible connection to the practical demands of naval jet flying in the formative years of the type."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"336","title":{"en":"scarce usn buaer wep flying jacket, 46l"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25928/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a scarce USN Buaer WEP flying jacket in size 46L. The jacket is light brown/tan and features a stand-up collar and a full zipper closure. It has two large, angled flap pockets on the chest and a smaller utility pocket with a zipper on the left sleeve. The cuffs and waistband are ribbed, suggesting a comfortable and secure fit for a flight garment.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:03:07.557Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25928,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25929/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25929/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25929/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25929/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25929/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25929/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25929/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25929/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25929/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25929/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf heavy sheepskin flight ensemble - type b-3 jacket (size 42r), type a-3 shearling flight trousers (size 38r, order no. 43-18882-af), type a-6 winter flying boots and winter flight mittens with rayon/silk inserts offered here is a substantial grouping of united states army air forces heavy winter flight equipment, dating to the circa 1942-1944 period of american strategic bombing operations. the lot comprises a type b-3 sheepskin flight jacket, matching type a-3 shearling flight trousers, a pair of type a-6 winter flying boots, and a set of winter flight mittens with fabric hand inserts. no named recipient or unit assignment has been identified with this grouping, and no separate published biography accompanies it; the story here is told through the garments themselves and the government contract markings stitched into their linings. this type of ensemble represents the definitive high-altitude cold-weather kit issued to bomber crews such as those of the eighth and fifteenth air forces, who flew unpressurized, unheated aircraft including the b-17 flying fortress and b-24 liberator over europe and the mediterranean. at operational altitudes above 20,000 feet, ambient temperatures could plunge well below -30 degreesf, and frostbite was a genuine operational hazard for gunners, waist crew, and other exposed personnel. the b-3 and a-3 combination, standardized in the 1930s and produced in quantity through the war years by numerous aaf contractors, paired heavy shearling sheepskin bodies with horsehide reinforcement panels, leather welting, and robust brass separating zippers, while the a-6 boots and insulated mittens completed a full-body system designed to keep aircrew functional through hours-long missions in the bomber stream. the type b-3 jacket, size 42r, bears a partially legible contract label sewn into the shearling collar lining reading drawing no. ... a.c. order no. (535) 42..., and retains its deep shearling collar, contrasting horsehide sleeve reinforcement panels, front brass zipper, and adjustable leather waist tabs; the fleece lining throughout remains full and supple despite heavy surface wear to the exterior leather. the type a-3 trousers, size 38r, carry a legible label reading order no. 43-18882-af, property army air force, u.s. army, and display a stenciled army air forces wings-and-star roundel at the upper hip, intact canvas suspenders, twin leg zippers, and thick shearling cuffs and waistband. the type a-6 boots, marked size large, have sheepskin-lined shafts, brass zip closures, and heavy composite soles. the flight mittens are gauntlet-style with shearling cuffs, brass zip vents, and detachable fabric hand inserts in a lighter tan hue. condition throughout is fair to good and entirely consistent with genuine wartime flight use. the b-3 jacket shows extensive surface crazing, lacquer loss, and flaking to the polyacrylate-finished exterior leather across the body and both sleeves, though the shearling lining remains substantial and unmatted. the a-3 trousers show general surface wear and an open seam separation at the upper seat/thigh exposing the fleece lining beneath, with the stenciled hip marking showing expected flaking and loss. the boots and mittens show moderate surface crazing, oxidation to hardware, and honest patina consistent with age and cold-weather field use; all zippers, buckles, and snaps are present, though their mechanical function has not been tested. a visually striking and complete four-piece usaaf winter flight ensemble that captures, in tactile form, the formidable environmental demands faced by american bomber crews at altitude over wartime europe."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"337","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf b-3, a-3 & a-6 flight ensemble"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25929/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII USAAF B-3, A-3, and A-6 flight ensemble, primarily featuring a B-3 shearling leather jacket. The jacket is brown with a distressed appearance, showing a prominent fur-lined collar and interior. The ensemble also includes matching shearling trousers (A-3) and gloves (A-6), all made of sheepskin with fur lining, designed for warmth in high-altitude flights. The items exhibit wear consistent with their vintage and purpose.","soldPrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:04:03.821Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25929,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25930/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25930/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25930/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25930/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25930/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25930/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25930/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25930/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25930/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25930/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25930/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25930/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25930/013/013.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"named vs-21 'fighting redtails' viking flight gear. complete u.s. navy flight ensemble named to naval aviator dave armbruster, callsign \"punky, \" of sea control squadron 21 (vs-21 \"fighting redtails\") - helmet, mbu-12/p oxygen mask, embroidered cwu-27/p flight suit, integrated parachute/restraint harness, and flying gloves. this is a complete, single-owner u.s. naval aviation flight gear grouping identified to dave armbruster, an aviator of vs-21, the \"fighting redtails, \" a carrier-based sea control squadron that flew the lockheed s-3b viking from naf atsugi, japan, as part of carrier air wing five (cvw-5) embarked aboard uss kitty hawk (cv-63). no separate published biography of armbruster has been located; his identity and squadron affiliation rest on the embroidered name and wings on the flight suit, the hand-inked mask attribution, the red-scripted \"punky\" callsign on the helmet, and the squadron insignia carried on the gear itself. vs-21 served as one of the navy's forward-deployed sea control squadrons through the late 1990s and into the early 2000s, providing anti-submarine warfare, surface surveillance, and tanker support to cvw-5 during a period that spanned western pacific and indian ocean deployments, before the squadron's disestablishment in 2005 as the viking community was drawn down fleet-wide. kitty hawk, forward-deployed to yokosuka, was the navy's last conventionally powered carrier and a fixture of seventh fleet operations throughout this era; gear surviving from her embarked squadrons, particularly named to an individual aviator, offers a tangible link to the closing years of s-3 viking operations. the personalized helmet nickname \"punky, \" rendered in red script outlined in black, together with the squadron's red-taloned eagle and lightning-bolt insignia embroidered on the flight suit, reflects the individualized ready-room culture typical of carrier air wings of the period. the fixed-wing flight helmet, of hgu-55/p or hgu-68/p pattern, retains its dark visor beneath a black leather visor cover, a mount bracket for night-vision or ancillary equipment fitted to the shell, black leather edge roll and earcups, a communications lead, and the painted rear nickname \"punky\" in red script over the white-painted shell. the accompanying mbu-12/p type oxygen mask bears the hand-inked name \"armbruster\" on the exterior shell and retains its straps, an astrocom-marked connector, and its coiled communications cable and hose assembly. the sage-green cwu-27/p aramid flight suit, manufactured by equa industries under contract sp0100-99-d-4006 in size 44 short, carries direct embroidery of naval aviator wings and the name \"dave armbruster\" at the left breast, with the vs-21 \"fighting redtails\" squadron patch at the right breast, and a handwritten name/number on the interior collar tag. the adjustable integrated parachute/restraint harness, dated of manufacture 7/98 and placed in service 4/99 per its sewn label, retains its full complement of nylon webbing straps, quick-release fittings, and lift-web hardware. accompanying the group is a pair of nomex-and-leather flyer's gloves and two loose embroidered squadron insignia - a red lightning bolt and a stylized red eagle/talon device - consistent with the vs-21 emblem worn on the flight suit. overall condition is good and service-used throughout: the helmet shows expected surface scuffing, edge-roll wear, and typical interior liner and earcup aging; the oxygen mask shows light rubber stiffening consistent with age and use; the flight suit and harness retain clear, legible specification tags with light fading, creasing, and minor fabric soiling consistent with genuine operational flight use. a rare, fully named and squadron-attributed carrier aviator's ensemble that brings together helmet, mask, harness, and embroidered flight suit under a single documented identity from the closing years of navy s-3 viking operations."},"estimateMax":2500,"lotNumber":"338","title":{"en":"named vs-21 'fighting redtails' viking flight"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25930/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a named VS-21 'Fighting Redtails' Viking flight ensemble, displayed on a mannequin. The ensemble includes an olive green flight suit, a harness, gloves, a helmet, and an oxygen mask. The flight suit has patches, including the 'VS-21 Fighting Redtails' insignia, and a name tag 'D.R. SIMMONS' on the chest. The helmet is dark with a visor, and the oxygen mask is grey and black with a clear tube.","soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:05:20.620Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,400 - $2,500","currency":"USD","id":25930,"estimateMin":1400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25931/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25931/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25931/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25931/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"usaf 36th tactical fighter squadron \"flying fiends\" red party suit - embroidered f-4 phantom silhouette, senior pilot wings \"s.w.\", rok and u.s. flag patches, kunsan air base, south korea, circa mid-to-late 1970s offered here is a vividly colored red cotton \"party suit\" flight coverall associated with the 36th tactical fighter squadron, the \"flying fiends, \" identified by an embroidered black f-4 phantom ii silhouette above the squadron designation \"36 tfs\" on the right breast, and white senior pilot command wings bearing the hand-embroidered initials \"s.w.\" on the left breast. a republic of korea flag patch is sewn to the left sleeve and a u.s. 50-star flag patch to the right sleeve. no separate published biography for the individual pilot has been located; the identification rests on the squadron insignia, aircraft embroidery, wings, and national flag patches sewn to the garment itself. party suits emerged as an informal but deeply rooted usaf tradition beginning in 1967, when fighter squadrons stationed in thailand during the vietnam war began commissioning brightly colored, locally tailored jumpsuits worn not for flight operations but for unit \"sawadee\" parties, dining-ins, and other squadron social functions, a practice documented by the national museum of the united states air force in its exhibit on the tradition across southeast asia. the custom carried on throughout pacific air forces units well into the cold war era. the 36th tfs relocated from osan air base to kunsan air base, south korea, in late 1974, where it flew the mcdonnell douglas f-4e phantom ii - a transition reflected directly in this suit's combined rok and american flag patches and its squadron-specific f-4 embroidery, placing the piece firmly in the mid-to-late 1970s kunsan era of the squadron's history. the coverall is a short-sleeved, custom-tailored red cotton jumpsuit with a pointed collar, front zip closure, elasticized waist, and dramatically flared lower legs finished with dark contrasting side gussets, consistent with local off-base tailoring common to osan and kunsan-area shops of the period. the right breast carries the black embroidered f-4 phantom silhouette over \"36 tfs\"; the left breast bears white embroidered senior pilot command wings with the initials \"s.w.\" beneath. the republic of korea flag patch on the left sleeve and the american flag patch on the right sleeve are both machine-embroidered with gold surrounds. the suit remains in good vintage wearable condition, showing moderate overall fabric wear, light fading consistent with age and laundering, and expected creasing from folded storage; there is no significant staining, tearing, or moth damage, and all embroidered insignia and patches remain tightly stitched and fully legible. a colorful and well-preserved example of cold war-era usaf squadron culture, tying a personalized, initialed party suit directly to the 36th tfs \"flying fiends\" and their f-4 phantom service at kunsan air base, south korea."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"339","title":{"en":"usaf 36th tfs red party suit, f-4 phantom, korea"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25931/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a USAF 36th TFS 'Red Party Suit' associated with the F-4 Phantom and service in Korea. The suit is a striking red jumpsuit with short sleeves and wide-leg trousers. It features a full zipper down the front and embroidered patches, including an F-4 Phantom jet silhouette, the 36th TFS insignia, and a US flag on the arm. A Korean flag patch is also visible on the left sleeve, indicating its origin.","soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:06:00.316Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25931,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25932/019/019.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"usaf mc-3a pressure suit &helmet rare clear face mask. exceptional cold war-era u.s. air force high-altitude flight equipment grouping centered around an original type mc-3a partial-pressure flying suit, complete with associated high-altitude helmet, pressure gloves, breathing equipment, protective covers, flight clothing and accessories. developed by the david clark company during the mid-1950s, the mc-3 series represented a major advancement in partial-pressure protection and was designed to safeguard aircrew operating at extreme altitudes in aircraft such as the u-2, b-47, b-52, b-57, b-58 and f-104, as well as experimental and research aircraft. the mc-3a used inflatable capstan tubes running along the limbs and torso; during a loss of cabin pressure these systems tightened the suit against the body, applying counterpressure and helping sustain the wearer until the aircraft could descend to a survivable altitude. the principal garment is a sage-gray mc-3a high-altitude coverall/partial-pressure suit displaying the characteristic extensive lace-up capstan channels along the arms and legs, multiple adjustment points, zippers and pressure fittings. the surviving nomenclature label identifies the garment as \"coverall, flying high altitude, type mc-3a, \" manufactured by the david clark company, incorporated. of particular importance is the accompanying high-altitude pressure helmet assembly, retaining its off-white rigid shell, period u.s. air force wing-and-star insignia, communications equipment, internal padding and neck/pressure garment components. the helmet is accompanied by its breathing hose and an exceptionally scarce transparent pressure face cover/face shield assembly. this clear molded shield incorporates the breathing regulator and fittings directly into the lower portion and is a particularly desirable component because these fragile transparent covers were easily damaged, discarded, separated from helmets or lost after the equipment was withdrawn from service. far fewer complete transparent face assemblies survive than the helmets themselves, and its presence substantially elevates the historical completeness and display value of this grouping. the clear face cover is personalized \"ervin, \" while the helmet interior is marked \"mohr.\" another protective garment carries a handwritten identification panel for \"lt. peko, \" giving the collection multiple period personnel associations. such mixing of individually marked components is entirely consistent with operational flight equipment that was issued, maintained and reissued through air force life-support sections. the ensemble also includes a pair of high-altitude pressure gloves with wrist zippers, leather flying gloves, protective pressure-garment covers, and canvas equipment bags. condition throughout is service-used and unrestored, with expected age, handling wear, and minor deterioration to certain rubberized and synthetic components consistent with the age of these artifacts. this is an unusually comprehensive cold war high-altitude grouping, illustrating the remarkable transitional period when military aviation technology was rapidly evolving toward the pressure systems that would ultimately support america's manned space program."},"estimateMax":8000,"lotNumber":"340","title":{"en":"usaf mc-3a pressure suit &helmet rare clear face"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25932/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot includes a rare USAF MC-3A pressure suit and helmet with a clear face shield, along with associated accessories. The pressure suit is grey, form-fitting, and covered with intricate webbing and tubes. The white helmet features 'U.S. AIR FORCE' branding and a distinct clear, bubble-like face shield. The ensemble also includes gloves (brown leather and grey fabric), a neck seal, and other flight gear components, suggesting use in high-altitude or space-related operations.","soldPrice":4200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:08:14.618Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$4,000 - $8,000","currency":"USD","id":25932,"estimateMin":4000},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25933/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25933/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25933/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25933/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25933/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25933/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25933/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25933/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25933/009/009.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army air forces electrically heated flying suit ensemble - general electric type f-3a jacket, united thermo-stable corp. type f-3 bib trousers, general electric type q-1 heated shoe inserts, and the original illustrated instruction flyer, circa 1944 this lot presents a well-matched usaaf electrically heated flying-clothing group, comprising a general electric f-3a jacket, united thermo-stable corp. f-3 bib-style trousers, a pair of general electric type q-1 heated shoe inserts, and the increasingly scarce original color-illustrated instruction flyer issued to explain the system. the woven specification labels identify different contracted manufacturers for the jacket and trousers, a mixed-maker arrangement the period literature specifically anticipated and endorsed. no individual airman or unit assignment is identified with the group, and its documentary interest rests in the surviving specification tags, contract numbers, and the graphic instructional booklet preserved alongside the garments. introduced in 1944 to replace the bulkier f-1 and f-2 heated suits, the type f-3/f-3a assembly was developed to keep usaaf bomber crews functional through the brutal, unpressurized cold encountered at operating altitude, where outside air temperatures could fall to 40 degrees below zero fahrenheit. worn as an intermediate layer beneath outer flight gear such as the b-10 jacket and a-9 trousers, the suit drew 24-volt current directly from the aircraft's electrical system through amphenol quick-disconnect plugs, permitting crewmen aboard b-17 flying fortresses and b-24 liberators to retain dexterity and endure long missions without the stiffness and bulk of earlier shearling-lined clothing. the accompanying flyer details the proper maintenance and connection procedures for the ensemble."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"341","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf f-3a electric flying suit set +flyer"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25933/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII USAAF F-3A electric flying suit set, including additional flyer components. The set consists of an olive green jacket and trousers, designed for warmth with internal wiring for electric heating. The fabric appears to be quilted or insulated, with zipper closures and various straps. The items bear the US Army Air Forces insignia with the winged star emblem, indicating its period and service.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.184Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25933,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25934/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25934/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25934/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"usaf type k-2a \"suit, flying, very light\" flight suit in air force blue nylon twill, size small long, great lakes garment manufacturing co., order no. af 33(038)29353, korean war period offered here is an original and increasingly scarce example of the usaf type k-2a lightweight flying suit, manufactured by the great lakes garment manufacturing company under order no. af 33(038)29353, drawing no. 51b3562, to specification mil-s-6282, usaf stock no. 8310-785990-437. tailored in the distinctive air force blue nylon twill, this size small long suit represents one of the shortest-lived and most visually striking uniform experiments in early usaf history. no individual recipient or unit assignment is identified on the garment, and the story here rests entirely in the technical markings and the documented service history of the type itself. when the united states air force became an independent branch in 1947, its leadership sought to distinguish airmen from their army counterparts with a uniform palette of true air force blue, extending even to flight gear such as the l-2a jacket, b-15c, and this k-2a coverall. introduced around 1950 for jet-age pilots and aircrew, the k-2a was engineered as a very lightweight, multi-pocketed flying suit suited to the tighter cockpits and higher speeds of the emerging jet fighter fleet. combat experience over korea, however, proved the blue shade a serious liability: aviators who bailed out or crash-landed found themselves starkly visible against the terrain, an easy mark for enemy ground forces. the air force moved quickly to correct the error, and by the mid-1950s the sage-green k-2b had become the standard-issue flight suit, rendering the original blue k-2a obsolete after only a few years of production and issue - a genuine transitional artifact of the air force's earliest independent years. the suit itself is a one-piece coverall closing via a heavy-duty front zipper, with a diagonal chest pocket, an upper left-sleeve pocket, twin zippered thigh pockets, and lower-leg zippered pockets, all fitted with period-correct hardware and adjustable waist tabs. a leather emergency clip tab remains attached at the left thigh pocket. the left shoulder retains a painted usaf winged-star decal, showing light surface wear consistent with age and handling. the original woven maker and specification label survives inside the collar and remains fully legible, identifying the garment as the type k-2a."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"342","title":{"en":"scarce usaf k-2a blue flight suit, korean war era"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25934/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a scarce USAF K-2A blue flight suit from the Korean War era. It is a full-body jumpsuit in a distinct blue color, indicative of its military aviation purpose. The suit features multiple zippers on the torso, arms, and legs, suggesting functional design for pilots. Its material appears to be a durable fabric, likely cotton or a blend, suitable for flight gear. The overall design reflects mid-20th century military pilot attire.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:10:21.941Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25934,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25935/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25935/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25935/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"usaf type g-4a pneumatic anti-g flying suit by the drybak corporation, specification mil-s-6455, order no. af-29923, stock no. usaf 8310-780900-435, size small regular, circa 1950-1953. offered here is a complete, one-piece korean war-era anti-g flight suit manufactured under united states air force contract by the drybak corporation. no individual pilot's name or unit assignment is documented with this example, and no separate published biography has been located; the identifying detail rests entirely in the woven specification label sewn beneath the collar, which reads \"suit, flying, pneumatic, anti-g, type g-4a, specification mil-s-6455, size small regular, order no. af-29923, stock no. usaf 8310-780900-435, the drybak corporation, u.s. property.\" as such it stands as a well-documented type-example of a scarce and short-lived category of early jet-age flight equipment. the type g-4a was among the first generation of full one-piece pneumatic anti-g garments rushed into usaf service as swept-wing jet fighters entered combat in the early 1950s. pilots flying the f-86 sabre over mig alley and in other high-speed, high-g engagements of the korean war faced a genuine physiological hazard: g-force induced loss of consciousness, or g-loc, brought on by sustained hard turns and pullouts that pooled blood away from the brain and eyes. the g-4a addressed this danger by integrating pneumatic bladders directly into a form-fitting flight suit, connected via an umbilical air hose and connector to the aircraft's pressure supply, automatically inflating under g-loading to maintain blood flow and stave off blackout. this bulky, full-body configuration was superseded within only a few years by lighter two-piece anti-g trouser assemblies such as the later csu-series, making complete surviving g-4a examples increasingly difficult to find. the suit is constructed of dark air force blue cotton twill, with a full-length front zipper closure, a pair of brass-toned chest zippers over integrated bladder pockets, and buttoned shirt-style cuffs. a small woven \"air force\" wing/star insignia is stitched to the upper right sleeve. the rear waist shows paired brass zippers flanking a corset-style adjustment lacing for fitting the bladder assembly to the wearer, with long zippered openings running down the backs of both legs to allow the pneumatic sections to expand. a black leather-tabbed pneumatic hose fitting extends from the left hip for connection to the cockpit air supply. the woven maker and specification label at the collar is crisp, fully legible, and shows a faint internal stencil mark just below it. the fabric retains a deep, largely uniform blue color with only light fading, along with minor creasing, a few small surface marks, and handling wear consistent with age and storage; the brass zippers, adjustment lacing, buttons, and pneumatic hose connector all appear present and structurally intact throughout. a scarce and clearly labeled korean war g-4a anti-g suit, a tangible survivor of the earliest usaf effort to keep jet pilots conscious through the violent maneuvers of the mig alley air war."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"343","title":{"en":"scarce korean war usaf g-4a anti-g flight suit"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25935/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a scarce Korean War era USAF G-4A anti-G flight suit, presented as a full-body garment. The suit is a dark blue color, characteristic of military flight apparel from the period. It features numerous zippers across the chest, arms, and legs, with an additional strap-like component visible on the left side, likely part of the anti-G functionality. The material appears to be a sturdy, possibly synthetic or blended fabric, designed for the rigorous demands of aviation.","soldPrice":450,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:11:29.527Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25935,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25936/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25936/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25936/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25936/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25936/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"world war ii u.s. army air forces type a-4 summer flying suit, size 42 - drawing no. 30-732, a.c. order no. 42-16473-p, a near-mint, uncommonly well-preserved example of an early-war usaaf flight garment. this lot offers an original world war ii u.s. army air forces type a-4 flying suit, complete with its original integral cloth belt and metal slide buckle, presented in exceptional, near-mint condition. the suit's sewn-in cloth specification tag is fully legible and reads \"type a-4 / drawing no. 30-732 / a.c. order no. 42-16473-p / property / air force u.s. army, \" with a separate tab marked \"42,\" confirming both the pattern and the desirable, harder-to-find larger size. the 42-prefix order number places manufacture under a fiscal-year 1942 army air corps contract; the label does not identify a specific commercial contractor, and no individual recipient or unit association can be established from the garment itself - its story rests entirely in these surviving contract and specification markings. standardized in 1930 as the \"suit, summer, flying, \" the type a-4 was conceived as a lightweight warm-weather garment, yet its sturdy olive drab wool gabardine twill construction made it practical for wear across a range of temperatures, and it saw widespread service among usaaf fighter pilots, bomber crews, and transport aviators in the opening years of american involvement in the war, including in the european theater of operations. suits of this pattern were worn in cockpits and on flight lines from training fields in the united states to operational bases overseas, before being progressively phased out around 1943-1944 in favor of joint army-navy designs such as the an-s-31 and an-6550, and lighter cotton suits like the k-1. clean, complete survivors of the type a-4 in original, unaltered condition - retaining their belts, pull tabs, and crisp tags - have grown increasingly scarce on the collector market. the suit is constructed of olive drab wool gabardine twill with a stand-up collar, a front talon zip closure fitted with its original leather pull tab, and snap-adjustable wrist and ankle cuffs each closed with a smaller zipper and leather pull. a patch chest pocket with flap sits at the left breast, and a larger flapped cargo pocket is set on the lower left leg. the integral cloth waist belt passes through a rectangular metal slide buckle, functional and free of significant corrosion. the interior specification tag remains crisp, dark, and fully legible, clearly identifying type, drawing number, contract order, and size. the wool gabardine shows rich, even olive drab coloration throughout, with no visible moth tracking, holes, tears, or staining apparent in the photographs. all talon zippers appear functional with their original leather pulls intact, the snap fasteners at the cuffs remain tight and complete, and the metal belt buckle shows only light shelf wear consistent with careful long-term storage rather than active use. a scarce, remarkably well-preserved size 42 example of the early-war usaaf type a-4 flying suit, offering collectors an outstanding, near-mint entry point into original american flight clothing of the period."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"344","title":{"en":"choice wwii usaaf type a-4 flying suit sz 42"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25936/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a choice WWII USAAF Type A-4 flying suit, size 42. It is a one-piece jumpsuit in a muted olive-green or khaki color. The suit features a full-length front zipper closure, a belted waist, and multiple pockets, including a large square pocket on the lower left leg. The material appears to be a robust fabric, likely cotton twill, designed for the functionality and durability required of a pilot's uniform during World War II.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:12:17.208Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25936,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25937/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25937/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25937/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"scarce large size 44 wwii us army air forces type a-4 summer flying suit, drawing no. 30-732, a.c. order no. 42-16473-p. this lot presents an original world war ii us army air forces type a-4 flying suit, the one-piece olive drab summer coverall worn by american pilots and aircrew across every theater of the war. the woven contract label stitched to the interior collar identifies the garment precisely: type a-4, drawing no. 30-732, a.c. order no. 42-16473-p, property air force u.s. army, with a separate size tab reading 44 - a size rarely encountered among surviving examples of this pattern. the a-4 traces its lineage to 1930, when the army air corps standardized an olive drab summer flying suit for its pilots, a garment that remained in service through the early and middle years of world war ii before gradually giving way to the an-6550 series and later lightweight twill k-1 suits. practical and purpose-built, the pattern featured an integral cloth belt with friction buckle to cinch the waist, a concealed center-front zipper for quick donning over uniform clothing, an angled chest pocket sized for maps or checklists, and zippered lower leg openings with an oversized cargo-style leg pocket allowing the suit to be pulled on and off over flight boots. these were the suits worn in the cockpits of american aircraft by the men who flew them into combat over europe and the pacific, and while great numbers were manufactured under army air corps and army air forces contracts, the overwhelming majority that survive in collections today fall within the smaller 36 to 40 size range, making a genuine size 44 example a notably uncommon find for collectors. the suit is constructed of olive drab cotton twill in the recognized a-4 pattern, with the integral cloth waist belt and friction buckle intact, the concealed front zipper and snap closures present, the angled chest pocket at the breast, and both lower leg zippers and the oversized leg pocket assembly intact. the woven contract label with its separate \"44\" size tab remains legible and firmly attached to the collar interior. the fabric retains a good, even olive drab color throughout with honest overall wear consistent with period use and long storage. distinct small fabric tears and moth or wear holes are visible to the lower legs, most notably at the left thigh and knee area and along the right shin near the cuff, along with lesser wear near a lower cuff; these are areas of fabric loss rather than staining and are shown clearly in the accompanying photographs. a genuinely scarce large-size example of the classic usaaf type a-4 summer flying suit, its contract-marked collar label and size-44 tag making it a worthwhile addition for any collector building a run of american wwii flight clothing."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"345","title":{"en":"scarce wwii usaaf type a-4 flying suit size 44"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25937/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a scarce WWII USAAF Type A-4 flying suit, size 44. The suit is a one-piece, olive-green or khaki-colored jumpsuit. It features a full-length central zipper, a belted waist, and a prominent square pocket on the lower left leg, along with other chest pockets. The material is a sturdy fabric, characteristic of military flight gear from the World War II era, designed for pilots.","soldPrice":225,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:14:06.110Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25937,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25938/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25938/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25938/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25938/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25938/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25938/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25938/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25938/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25938/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"complete wwii usaaf type f-2 electrically heated flying suit insert set by general electric - jacket (size 38, spec no. 3181), trousers (size 34, spec no. 3182) and shoe inserts (size large, spec no. 3183), contract no. w-33-038-ac-623(11219), named on interior tape to c. w. angeline / gohl meyer offered is a complete three-piece general electric type f-2 electrically heated flying suit insert set, retaining all of its component garments: a wool jacket insert, matching wool trouser insert, and a pair of felt shoe inserts, each carrying its own woven ge specification label marked \"property, air forces, u.s. army\" under the identical government contract no. w-33-038-ac-623(11219). the jacket is labeled specification no. 3181, size 38; the trousers specification no. 3182, size 34; and the shoe inserts specification no. 3183, size large - an internally consistent, correctly matched grouping seldom found together. a period-inked name reading \"c. w. angeline, \" with a secondary notation appearing to read \"gohl meyer, \" is hand-lettered on the interior khaki retention tape of the jacket; no separate biography for either name has been located, and their exact relationship to the suit has not been established. standardized by the u.s. army air forces in august 1943, the type f-2 electrically heated suit was engineered by general electric in partnership with lion apparel to correct the chronic failures of the earlier one-piece f-1 and e-1 heated suits, whose single continuous circuits could leave an airman without heat entirely if any one section of wiring failed. the f-2's modular construction - separate jacket, trouser, and shoe inserts wired in parallel through snap-type electrical connectors - allowed heating to be maintained in the remaining components even if one circuit was damaged, a meaningful safety improvement for heavy bomber crews. waist gunners, tail gunners, and turret operators aboard unpressurized b-17 flying fortresses and b-24 liberators depended on suits of this type to survive missions at altitudes where ambient temperatures could plunge to roughly -30 degreesf, conditions in which unprotected exposure could incapacitate a crewman within minutes. the surviving wiring, connectors, and matched labeling on this set make it a instructive, hands-on example of the equipment that stood between bomber crews and frostbite over europe and the pacific. the jacket insert is constructed of olive drab wool blanket-weight material over a cotton/rayon lining, retaining its wiring harness, cloth-covered leads, and rubberized snap connectors at cuffs and body, with its woven ge data label and a small paper inspection tag still stitched inside near the hem. the trouser insert is of matching wool construction with a zip-front closure, waist adjustment tabs, buttoned cuff straps, and its own woven spec 3182 label, along with a partial paper inspection tag. the pair of shoe inserts is fashioned from grey felt with quilted stitch patterning and its own wiring lead exiting for connection into the trouser circuit, each carrying a woven ge label and a fragmentary paper inspection tag. condition throughout is very good to excellent for the type: the wool components show minimal to no moth damage, with clean, tightly woven fabric and crisp, fully legible specification labeling on all three pieces. the knitted cuffs, snap connectors, and wiring runs appear intact, with only light storage creasing and age-appropriate wear evident; electrical function has not been tested. this genuinely complete and named example of a scarce, often incomplete usaaf cold-weather electrical system brings together its three matched components and inked wartime provenance to stand as a standout piece for any high-altitude flying gear or bomber crew equipment collection."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"346","title":{"en":"named usaaf ge type f-2 heated suit, 3-pc set"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25938/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a named USAAF GE Type F-2 heated suit, presented as a 3-piece set from the World War II era. The set includes a jacket, pants, and a pair of insulated slippers, all in a brown or olive-drab wool-like material. The jacket is a zippered bomber-style, while the pants also feature a zippered fly and snap closures at the ankles. The components are designed with visible stitching and a somewhat bulky appearance, indicating insulation and heating elements for cold-weather flying, characteristic of WWII aviation gear.","soldPrice":1100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:15:52.157Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25938,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25939/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25939/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25939/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25939/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. navy bureau of aeronautics al-1 winter flying coverall, size 38 - l.w. foster sportswear co., inc., spec. 55s37 (aer), contract no. n-383s-20863 this lot presents a complete, one-piece al-1 cold weather flying coverall as issued to u.s. navy aviators and aircrew in the immediate post-world war ii years and carried forward into korean war service. manufactured under contract by l.w. foster sportswear co., inc., a principal supplier of naval flight clothing of the period, the garment retains its original woven contract label bearing the spec. 55s37 (aer) designation, contract no. n-383s-20863, and size 38. no separate published biography or provenance is attached to this particular example, and its history rests entirely in the specification data and construction details of the suit itself. developed by the bureau of aeronautics as naval air power expanded into ever colder operating environments, from carrier decks in the north atlantic to patrol routes over the sea of japan during the korean conflict, the al-1 was engineered to keep aircrew functional in unheated or marginally heated cockpits at altitude, where prolonged exposure could incapacitate a man within minutes. the heavyweight cotton twill shell, dense pile lining, and thick mouton fur collar reflect a design philosophy still rooted in natural-fiber insulation, representing a transitional generation of flight gear produced just before synthetic materials began to dominate later military procurement. suits of this pattern were typically worn over standard flight coveralls and under a compatible outer jacket, forming a layered system intended to combine mobility with maximum retained body heat during long overwater patrols and ferry flights. the coverall is constructed of sage green cotton twill with a full front-entry metal zipper closure and a stand-up collar faced in mouton fur, now showing a warm brown tone with good depth of pile. twin button-flap chest pockets sit above the waist, a large button-flap thigh pocket and slash hip pockets are set below, and a buttoned rear waist-adjustment tab allows the garment to be cinched for fit. the interior is fully lined in plush brown pile, clearly visible along the open front placket and collar facing, and the black woven contract label at the interior collar remains crisply legible, confirming maker, specification, contract number, and size. condition is very good for a working garment of this age and type: the twill shell shows light creasing, minor surface soiling, and handling wear consistent with storage rather than field use, while the pile lining and mouton collar remain well retained without significant shedding or dry rot. the zipper and pocket hardware are present throughout and appear functional in the photographs. a well-marked, honestly presented example of scarce postwar u.s. navy cold-weather flight gear, its foster-manufactured label and full buaer specification data making it a worthwhile addition to any collection of naval aviation clothing."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"347","title":{"en":"usn buaer al-1 fur-lined flying coverall, sz 38"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25939/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a USN BuAer AL-1 fur-lined flying coverall, size 38. The coverall is a one-piece garment in a light olive-green color, typical of military flight gear. It features a prominent fur collar, a full-length central zipper, and multiple large pockets on the chest and legs. The suit appears heavily insulated and well-padded, suggesting its use in cold flying conditions, likely dating from the mid-20th century, possibly WWII or Korean War era.","soldPrice":70,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:16:19.492Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25939,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25940/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25940/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25940/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25940/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25940/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25940/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25940/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25940/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25940/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"usaaf type f-1 electrically heated flying suit, the \"blue bunny, \" size 42, manufactured by general electric under specification no. 94-3112, order no. ws35-ac22818, complete with original wiring loom and power cable. this lot offers a vivid survivor of one of the most distinctive pieces of high-altitude flight equipment developed for american bomber crews in the second world war: a type f-1 electrically heated flying suit, produced exclusively by general electric and instantly recognizable by its bright powder-blue wool felt shell and serpentine internal wiring pattern. its story rests in the manufacturer's data label, the united states army air forces ink stamp, and the surviving physical evidence of front-line issue. introduced into service in 1941, the f-1 suit was engineered to answer one of strategic bombing's most persistent hazards - the brutal cold encountered by b-17 and b-24 crews operating at altitudes where ambient temperatures could plunge far below freezing even as gunners manned exposed positions for hours at a stretch. drawing 24 volts of direct current from the aircraft's own electrical system, fine resistance wire was woven directly into the felt lining, terminating at cuff and ankle connection points that allowed heated gloves and boots to be linked into the same circuit. in practice, the delicate internal wiring proved a persistent liability - flexing and chafing during movement in cramped turrets and waist positions led to broken filaments, hot spots, and occasional burns, prompting the air forces to phase in the two-piece f-2 and f-3 suits within a few short years. that operational vulnerability, compounded by widespread postwar disposal and decades of moth predation on unprotected wool storage, has made complete, intact f-1 suits like this one increasingly scarce on the collector market. the one-piece suit displays the characteristic construction in bright blue wool felt with contrasting olive drab knit collar, cuffs, and ankle bands, a brass separating zipper running the full length of the torso and inner leg, and wavy reinforcing stitch-work marking the routed wiring throughout the body panels. a chest-mounted brown fiber junction block retains its attached lead wire and plug connector, with matching terminal fittings visible at the ankles for connection to heated footwear. the interior general electric data label remains crisp and fully legible, identifying the suit as a size 42."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"348","title":{"en":"rare usaaf ge f-1 blue bunny electric flying suit"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25940/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare USAAF GE F-1 \"Blue Bunny\" electric flying suit. It is a one-piece jumpsuit in a distinct light blue, quilted or textured fabric, designed for heating. The suit features a full-length central zipper and zippers on the arms and legs, with brown cuffs. A small, dark rectangular object, possibly an electrical connector, is visible on the chest. This specialized garment dates from the mid-20th century, likely the WWII era, designed to keep pilots warm at high altitudes.","soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:17:15.661Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25940,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25941/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25941/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25941/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25941/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25941/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25941/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25941/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25941/020/020.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25941/021/021.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25941/022/022.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25941/023/023.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25941/024/024.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf ge type d-1 electric heated pilot shoes. wwii usaaf type d-1 electrically heated pilots' shoes, size medium - general electric, specification no. 94-3114, order no. w535ac22818, worn beneath outer flying boots with the f-1 \"blue bunny\" heated suit offered is a genuine pair of general electric type d-1 electrically heated pilots' shoes issued to united states army air forces bomber crews for wear beneath their outer flying boots at extreme altitude. the fully intact and legible black embroidered label, sewn into the left shoe, identifies the pair as \"shoe, pilots, \" cat. no. p4117e7, electrically heated at 24 volts dc, type d-1, size medium, made to specification no. 94-3114 under order no. w535ac22818 by general electric. crews flying unpressurized, unheated bombers such as the b-17 flying fortress and b-24 liberator routinely operated at altitudes above 20,000 to 30,000 feet, where cabin temperatures could plunge to minus 40 degrees fahrenheit or lower. frostbite was a genuine operational hazard, at times sidelining more airmen than enemy flak or fighters. in response, the army air forces contracted with general electric to develop a complete electrically heated ensemble - the f-1 suit, universally nicknamed the \"blue bunny\" suit, which integrated with these specialized heated shoes to maintain pilot warmth."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"349","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf ge type d-1 electric heated pilot"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25941/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a pair of WWII USAAF GE Type D-1 electric heated pilot boots. The boots are mid-calf height, made of a olive-green or brown wool-like felt material, with a reinforced sole. They feature a unique front opening secured by multiple snaps and are trimmed with contrasting light-colored piping. A visible orange-brown strip runs over the instep, indicating a design specific for aviation heating elements and reflecting their World War II origin.","soldPrice":1100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:18:04.839Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25941,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25942/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25942/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25942/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25942/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii united states army air forces type an-s-31a summer flying suit, size 42 medium, manufactured by davis sportswear, inc. under p.o. no. (33-038) 44-, stock no. 6300-792050, bearing its complete woven specification label and a winged-star aaf shoulder decal. this lot offers a well-marked example of the an-s-31a summer flying suit, the standardized lightweight coverall issued to usaaf (and, under the joint army-navy specification, navy) aircrew during the second half of the second world war. no named recipient, unit marking, or separate biography accompanies this garment; its story is carried entirely by the surviving label data and its documented pattern history rather than by personal inscription or provenance. the \"an\" prefix denoted army-navy joint specification, part of a 1943 effort to consolidate flying-clothing procurement across both services and reduce the duplication inherent in earlier types such as the lightweight a-4 suit. the resulting an-s-31, refined into the an-s-31a seen here, was cut from durable cotton twill/poplin and issued broadly to fighter pilots, bomber crews, and ground personnel operating in hot climates. suits of this type saw extensive service in the mediterranean theater of operations and across the pacific, where a breathable one-piece coverall was preferable to heavier winter flying gear; dual-pull zippers allowed quick dressing in cramped cockpits, while flapped chest and thigh pockets and button-adjustable cuffs gave aircrew practical stowage for maps, sidearms, and small survival items. the suit is constructed of tan/khaki cotton twill with a front zipper closure, two flapped chest pockets, flapped thigh pockets with button closures, an elasticized waistband, and button-adjustable ankle cuffs. the interior carries a complete woven specification tag reading \"suit-summer flying, \" \"spec. no an-s-31a, \" \"size 42 medium, \" \"stock no 6300-792050,\" \"p.o. no (33-038) 44-, \" \"davis sportswear, \" and \"property of aaf u.s.a., \" all in bright, fully legible yellow stitching on a dark ground. a winged-star army air forces shoulder insignia decal appears on the sleeve, its blue, tan, and red pigments still vivid for a printed fabric application of this age. condition is very good for a working wartime garment: the fabric shows expected creasing and light overall discoloration consistent with age and storage, while the zipper pull, buttons, and stitched seams remain intact and functional. the woven label and shoulder decal show no significant fading, loss, or damage. a clearly marked, well-preserved davis sportswear an-s-31a summer flying suit that offers collectors a tangible, maker-identified link to the warm-weather aircrews of the world war ii army air forces."},"estimateMax":260,"lotNumber":"350","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf an-s-31a summer flying suit 42m"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25942/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII USAAF AN-S-31A summer flying suit, size 42M. The suit is a one-piece khaki or tan-colored coverall, designed for warm weather flying. It features a button-down front closure, a belted waist, and multiple large cargo-style pockets on the thighs with button flaps. The material appears to be a lightweight cotton, characteristic of summer flight uniforms from the World War II era.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:19:05.435Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$110 - $260","currency":"USD","id":25942,"estimateMin":110},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25943/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25943/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25943/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"world war ii u.s. army air forces type a-11 intermediate flying trousers in od cotton with alpaca lining, full-length front leg zippers, multiple snap cargo/shin pockets, knit ankle cuffs, and faded aaf stencil remnant. heavy dark staining. spec label at waist (text not fully legible). condition fair."},"estimateMax":310,"lotNumber":"351","title":{"en":"wwii type a-11 flight pants - size 32"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25943/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"These are WWII Type A-11 flight pants, size 32. The pants are olive-green and appear heavily insulated or padded, suitable for cold weather flying. They feature multiple large zippers running down the length of both legs, as well as several pockets with button or snap closures. The ankles are cuffed with elasticized ribbing and have zippers, typical of aviation gear designed to be worn over other clothing and boots, dating from the World War II period.","soldPrice":25,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:19:45.182Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$160 - $310","currency":"USD","id":25943,"estimateMin":160},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25944/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25944/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25944/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"world war ii u.s. army air forces type a-11 intermediate flying trousers by the h.l.b. corp., new york, size 32: od shell, alpaca lining, full-length leg zippers, cargo and knife pockets, aaf winged-star stencil, knit ankle cuffs. heavy oily staining on thighs/knees; knit wear. condition fair."},"estimateMax":360,"lotNumber":"352","title":{"en":"wwii type a-11a flight pants - size 32"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25944/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a pair of WWII Type A-11A flight pants, size 32, designed for military aviation use. The pants are an olive-drab or dark green color, characteristic of World War II era military uniforms. They feature prominent full-length zippers down the front of each leg, along with multiple flap pockets on the thighs and hips. The ankles are cuffed with zippers, and the material appears to be insulated or padded, suitable for cold weather flying.","soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:20:54.311Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$190 - $360","currency":"USD","id":25944,"estimateMin":190},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25945/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25945/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25945/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25945/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25945/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"olive drab one-piece summer flying suit (an-s-31 style) with diagonal zippered chest pockets, thigh zip pockets, ankle zippers, button cuffs, and dark knife/tool pocket on left thigh. moderate creasing; zipper tapes yellowed. condition good."},"estimateMax":130,"lotNumber":"353","title":{"en":"wwii type l-1 flight suit - small regular"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25945/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII Type L-1 flight suit, size small regular, a piece of military aviation uniform from the World War II era. The suit is a one-piece coverall in a military green or olive drab color. It features a collar, long sleeves with buttoned cuffs, and multiple zippered pockets on the chest, thighs, and lower legs. A central zipper runs down the front, and additional zippers are visible on the legs, suggesting ease of donning over other garments.","soldPrice":70,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:21:24.029Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$70 - $130","currency":"USD","id":25945,"estimateMin":70},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25946/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25946/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25946/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25946/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25946/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25946/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25946/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf type g-3a pneumatic anti-g suit, size large long, by munsingwear, inc., contract w-33-038-ac-7743, spec. no. c-3231, stock no. 8300-858460, with original berger brothers co. canvas carrying case, circa 1944-1945. offered here is a well-preserved example of the type g-3a pneumatic anti-g suit - the cut-away \"speed jeans\" rushed into army air forces service in the closing months of world war ii to keep high-performance fighter pilots conscious under sustained high-g maneuvering. this suit is tagged size large long and retains its full woven identification label sewn to the waistband, giving maker, specification, stock, and contract numbers in full, alongside crisp army air forces wing-and-star stencils front and back. no individual pilot or unit issue record accompanies the piece; its story is carried entirely by its manufacturer's tags, contract markings, and surviving physical construction. introduced in late 1944 to supersede the bulkier, full-body g-2 suit, the type g-3 and g-3a represented a major evolution in flight physiology equipment, trading coverage for a corset-like, cut-away design that could be worn over standard flight coveralls without hampering cockpit mobility. pneumatic bladders built into the abdomen, thighs, and calves connected via a rubber hose to an automatic pressure valve mounted in the aircraft; under g-load, the bladders inflated to force blood back toward the pilot's head, staving off the blackout that had cost airmen control of their aircraft during hard turns and dives. fighter pilots flying the p-51 mustang and p-47 thunderbolt in the eto and pacific theaters were among the first to receive these garments as the aaf raced to match the increasing performance envelope of late-war fighters, and the g-3a's basic pneumatic-bladder principle became the direct engineering ancestor of the g-suits worn by jet fighter pilots in the decades that followed. the suit presents in strong olive-drab color throughout its nylon and mesh body, with the aaf wing-and-star stencil remaining crisp and legible on the reverse waist panel. the woven contract tag is fully intact and readable. brass talon zippers, stamped and marked on the pull tabs, secure the cut-away leg openings, and the original green cotton lacing survives at the waist and thigh adjustment points for a custom fit. the rubber inflation hose remains attached with its leather-wrapped metal connector sleeve, showing only age-appropriate surface drying and cracking consistent with eight decades since manufacture. accompanying the suit is its period canvas carrying case, produced under separate aaf contract by the berger brothers co. and stenciled small short, with web carrying handles, a brass zipper closure, and a painted army air forces wing-and-star emblem above a black stenciled specification block listing size, stock number, and contract data. the differing size markings between suit and bag are typical of period government supply practice, in which garments and carrying cases were drawn from separate contract stock rather than issued as matched pairs. light handling stains are visible on the lower leg panels of the suit, and the case shows mild surface wear with fraying along the zipper seam and slight fading to portions of its stencil. a well-marked large long g-3a anti-g suit paired with its scarce original aaf carrying case - a tangible survivor of the pneumatic technology that let american fighter pilots out-turn their opponents without blacking out."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"354","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf g-3a anti-g suit & bag"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25946/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot includes a WWII USAAF G-3A anti-G suit and its accompanying bag, representing military aviation equipment from the World War II period. The anti-G suit consists of olive-drab fabric leg and abdominal components, designed to counteract high G-forces experienced by pilots. It features lacing on the sides, zippers, and elasticized sections. The matching bag is also olive-drab, displaying text and a graphic logo consistent with USAAF military issue items.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:22:43.854Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25946,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25947/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25947/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25947/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25947/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25947/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25947/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25947/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25947/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf b-4 mae west, m3 holster & signal light. wwii usaaf type b-4 'mae west' life preserver vest by seamless rubber co., dated oct. 28 1942, specification no. 3135, order no. w535ac29302, with 1944 field inspection stamps, an m3 leather shoulder holster for the m1911a1 pistol, and a mueller elec. co. emergency locator light. this grouping brings together three pieces of personal survival and sidearm equipment associated with american aircrew of the second world war: a type b-4 pneumatic life preserver, an m3 leather shoulder holster, and a red celluloid distress light with its original clip. no individual named recipient has been identified and no separate published biography accompanies the grouping; its interest rests in the manufacturer markings, contract data, and inspection stenciling carried on the vest itself, which firmly anchor it to wartime u.s. army air forces procurement and field service. the b-4 preserver was the standard-issue flotation device for bomber and transport crews flying long overwater legs across the atlantic, pacific, and mediterranean theaters, where a single ditching could leave a crew with only minutes to inflate and deploy their gear before going into the water. worn draped over the shoulders and buckled at the waist, it could be inflated by twin co2 cartridges activated by pull cords, or, if those failed, by the oral inflation tube still fitted to this example. the stamped specification and order numbers, together with the two hand-applied inspection dates of 5 september and 24 december 1944, indicate the vest was checked and recertified for continued service well after its october 1942 manufacture, a common practice as flight gear was cycled through squadrons over multiple deployments. the accompanying m3 shoulder holster reflects the practical reality of cockpit life, where a standard belt holster was impractical beneath a parachute harness and flotation gear, prompting wide adoption of the shoulder-carry pattern for the m1911a1 sidearm among pilots and aircrew who might need quick access to a pistol after bailing out or ditching. the small red emergency light, fitted with its mueller elec. co. alligator clamp, served as a simple but vital means of signaling rescuers in poor visibility, consistent with the layered survival philosophy built into usaaf flight equipment of the period. the vest is constructed of yellow rubberized cotton twill in two inflatable chambers, stamped 'vest: life-preserver, type b-4, specification no. 3135, date of mfr. oct 28 1942, order no. w535ac29302, seamless rubber company, property air force, u.s. army, ' with the separately stenciled inspection dates 'insp 5-9-44' and 'insp-24-12-44' above the maker's block. a metal-tipped oral inflation tube remains fitted at the neckline, and the black pull-toggles for the co2 activation cords are present at the lower hem, alongside the original webbing harness straps and nickel-finish snap fasteners. the m3 holster is of russet leather with an embossed 'us' oval to the flap, a working snap closure, adjustable leather shoulder and retaining straps, and sound stitching throughout. the distress light is a red celluloid cylinder with a spring-loaded switch cap and a mueller elec. co., cleveland, ohio clamp stamped 'made in u.s.a.' along its jaw, retaining its cord lanyard. condition throughout is very good for issued flight equipment of this age. the rubberized fabric of the vest remains supple with light surface soiling, mottled age toning, and scattered staining, while the stenciled markings remain crisp and legible. the holster shows honest service wear with scuffing and a mellow darkened patina to the leather but retains sound stitching and a functioning snap. the signal light is complete with its clip intact, showing only minor handling wear. a well-matched trio of usaaf flight survival gear that brings together dated flotation equipment, a serviceable sidearm holster, and a rescue signal light, each piece a tangible reminder of the split-second decisions faced by aircrew forced down over water."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"355","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf b-4 mae west, m3 holster & signal"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25947/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a WWII USAAF B-4 'Mae West' life preserver, an M3 holster, and a signal flare, representing military aviation survival gear from the World War II era. The 'Mae West' vest is a yellow inflatable life vest with text markings, featuring straps and an inflation tube. A brown leather M3 shoulder holster with a strap is included, along with a red cylindrical signal device attached to a cord, all consistent with equipment used by USAAF aircrew during WWII.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:23:22.303Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25947,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25948/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25948/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25948/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25948/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25948/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25948/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25948/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25948/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25948/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25948/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25948/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25948/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25948/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25948/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25948/015/015.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. quick attach chest (qac) parachute ensemble - harness with back pad part no. 42d2013, 24-foot chest pack, and frog-skin camouflage canopy is just filler and not an actual parachute. dated 1945. additional original cargo camo canopy included. offered is a complete second world war quick attach chest parachute ensemble of the type issued to american aircrew, comprising the pale webbing harness with its stenciled rectangular back pad, the associated 24-foot chest pack, and a striking multi-tone camouflage canopy. the qac system answered a real problem aboard american bombers and transports: rather than wearing a bulky pack strapped on at all times, the aircrewman could move freely through the cramped confines of a b-17, b-24, or c-47 wearing only the harness and back pad, snapping the heavier chest pack onto the front d-rings only when an emergency demanded it. types such as the an6513 and a-3 series entered widespread usaaf and navy service from around 1942, manufactured and inspected under numerous wartime contracts and depot codes. the camouflage canopy in this lot, cut in the mottled, multi-hued pattern, represents a distinct evolution in aerial recovery gear utilized by specialized aviation units."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"356","title":{"en":"wwii qac chest parachute harness & camo canopy"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25948/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a WWII QAC chest parachute harness and a camouflage canopy, representing military aviation survival equipment from the World War II period. The harness is constructed of light-colored webbing straps designed to be worn over the chest, attaching to a rectangular olive-drab pack that likely contains the main parachute. The separate camouflage canopy, visible in the lower foreground, is also of olive-drab or military green fabric with securing straps and metal hardware.","soldPrice":475,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:24:32.839Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25948,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25949/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25949/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25949/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25949/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25949/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25949/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25949/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25949/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf type b-3 pneumatic life preserver, goodyear tire & rubber co., dated march 1942, contract w-535 ac 23620, specification no. 94-3065-b, an acceptance stamp, with t.o. 13-1-5 c.w. inspection stamp dated 3 march 1945. offered here is an early-production type b-3 pneumatic life preserver, the flotation vest issued to united states army air forces flight crews and airborne personnel in the opening years of american involvement in the war, before it was gradually superseded by the improved type b-4 and an-6519-1 patterns. its documented history rests entirely in the manufacturer's and inspector's stamps struck into the fabric itself, which securely date its production and record its continued service inspection nearly three years later. the type b-3 is the vest that gave rise to the enduring nickname \"mae west, \" a wry reference to the exaggerated, bust-forward silhouette the wearer assumed once the twin chest-mounted flotation chambers were inflated - gallows humor that stuck fast among aircrew facing the very real prospect of ditching over open water. vests of this type were standard usaaf equipment during the early combined bomber offensive, the pacific island-hopping campaigns, and the countless ferry, transport and patrol flights conducted over hostile water, where a reliable preserver could mean the difference between rescue and loss. this example's dated manufacture of march 1942 places it among the earliest wartime production run, supplied to the army air corps under contract by goodyear, one of the principal makers of the type; the presence of a march 1945 depot inspection stamp indicates the vest remained in active service inventory through nearly the entire war. the vest is constructed of vivid yellow cotton canvas over internal rubberized bladders, with a stenciled placard reading \"vest, life preserver, type b-3,\" spec. no. 94-3065-b, \"date of mfr. mar. 1942,\" order no. w-535 ac 23620, and the goodyear tire & rubber co. maker's identification, all struck in black ink and legible despite fading. a circular an acceptance stamp appears twice on the garment, and the interior flap carries the t.o. 13-1-5 c.w. inspection stamp dated 3 march 1945 alongside a partial stenciled lot/serial reference and a numbered inspection indicator."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"357","title":{"en":"rare 1942 goodyear usaaf b-3 mae west vest"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25949/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare 1942 Goodyear USAAF B-3 'Mae West' vest, a piece of military aviation survival equipment from World War II. The vest is a yellow inflatable life preserver with a V-neck design, designed to be worn by aircrews. It features an attached label with the text \"T.O. 13-1-5 O.W. INSP 5 363 385,\" indicating its military specification and inspection details. The vest displays some wear and discoloration consistent with its age and use.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:25:41.013Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25949,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25950/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25950/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25950/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25950/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25950/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25950/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25950/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25950/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"world war ii yellow rubberized pneumatic life vest an6519-1 by united states rubber co., date of mfg. feb 28 1945, cont. no. w-33-038-ac-6983, property u.s. government; pull-tabs, crotch strap, waist straps. large chest adhesive residue from removed pocket/patch; surface soiling. condition fair to good."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"358","title":{"en":"1945 type b-4 mae west life preserver"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25950/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a 1945 Type B-4 'Mae West' life preserver, a piece of military aviation survival equipment from the World War II era. The vest is a yellow inflatable life jacket with a simple V-neck design and securing straps. It features a rectangular label with visible text, including \"TYPE PNEUMATIC LIFE PRESERVER\" and a date indicating 1945, affirming its period. The garment exhibits wear and some staining, consistent with a vintage military item.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:27:10.901Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25950,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25951/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25951/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25951/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25951/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25951/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25951/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25951/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii early type a-6 winter flying boots by bristout - crown zippers. world war ii early type a-6 winter flying boots by bristout, with crown zippers. classic shearling-lined a-6 pattern with leather uppers and rubberized lowers. zipper tracks are damaged. condition as shown."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"359","title":{"en":"wwii early type a-6 winter flying boots by"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25951/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a pair of WWII early Type A-6 winter flying boots, designed for military aviators during World War II. These are dark-colored, possibly black or dark brown, insulated boots featuring prominent front zippers extending up the shaft, with laces above the zippers. The interior is lined with a thick, light-colored fleece or shearling material visible at the top, indicating their purpose for warmth in cold flight conditions. 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The boots are dark brown with a quilted or padded leather upper and a darker, possibly rubber, lower section. They incorporate multiple closure mechanisms, including a large front zipper and two leather straps with metal buckles across the instep and ankle. The interior reveals a thick, light-colored sheepskin or synthetic fleece lining, emphasizing their thermal insulation for cold weather.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:28:06.218Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25952,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25953/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25953/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25953/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25953/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25953/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25953/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25953/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25953/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"early type a-6 flying boots - named s.j. aalbu, small. world war ii u.s. army air forces type a-6 sheepskin-lined flying boots with dark brown leather uppers showing heavy crazing/peeling finish, black rubberized lowers with bloom, front zippers, and interior contract label remnant. condition fair. named to s.j. aalbu (small size)."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"361","title":{"en":"early type a-6 flying boots - named s.j. aalbu"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25953/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a pair of early Type A-6 flying boots, named S.J. Aalbu, representing military aviation footwear from the World War II era. The boots are constructed with a dark, distressed leather or fabric upper and a darker, robust lower section, possibly rubber. They feature front zippers that open to reveal a thick, light-colored fleece or shearling lining, indicative of their design for warmth in cold conditions. The named detail adds a personal historical element to this piece of military uniform.","soldPrice":90,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:28:29.121Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25953,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25954/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25954/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25954/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25954/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25954/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe parachute harness back pad (rueckenpolster), oval l.b.a. acceptance stamp with inspector code 1785, dated 31 juli 1942 offered here is an original world war ii german luftwaffe parachute back pad, a padded canvas cushion made to be snapped onto the standard seat- or back-type parachute harness worn by luftwaffe aircrew. the piece bears the oval l.b.a. (luftwaffen-bekleidungsamt, or luftwaffe clothing office) acceptance stamp with inspector code 1785, accompanied by the clear german-language production date \"31. juli 1942.\" these markings firmly establish the pad as genuine luftwaffe issue rather than a royal air force pilot's pad, as it had previously been catalogued; no comparable raf pattern uses this style of oval german acceptance mark or german-language date stamp. by the middle of the war the luftwaffe had standardized a range of seat and back-type parachute harnesses for its combat aircrew, including the 30 i s / fl 30230 series fitted to fighters such as the bf 109 and fw 190 and to dive-bombers like the ju 87. a properly fitted harness had to hold an airman securely enough to survive a bailout while remaining tolerable through long hours in a cramped cockpit, and the webbing straps could otherwise dig into the back and shoulders during patrols, aerobatic maneuvers, or the sudden g-forces of combat. padded cushions of this type, procured and inspected through the luftwaffe clothing office, were fitted between the wearer's back and the harness webbing to spread pressure and reduce chafing; the acceptance stamp reflects the quality-control process applied to flight equipment sourced from the many contractors supplying the luftwaffe. the july 1942 date places this example squarely within the period of sustained luftwaffe air operations on multiple fronts, when such practical fittings formed part of an aviator's everyday working kit; the stamp establishes date and official acceptance but does not identify an individual wearer or aircraft. the pad is constructed of sturdy olive-green canvas over internal padding, with stitched vertical and diagonal channels keeping the fill evenly distributed along its elongated, back-contoured shape. six tan-and-brown herringbone-twill retention straps are arranged in three pairs across the face, each fastened by twin nickel-finish prym-style snap fasteners corresponding to attachment points on the parachute harness webbing. the reverse shows a symmetrical arrangement of twelve brass-toned eyelets for lacing or additional attachment, together with two diamond-shaped ventilation cuts. the oval l.b.a. stamp and the dated \"31. juli 1942\" marking remain clearly legible on the face of the pad, close beside one of the retention straps. in very good original condition, the canvas shows minor surface soiling, creasing, and age toning consistent with wartime use and storage. the herringbone webbing remains sound overall, with localized discoloration and edge wear near the snap fasteners, and the metal fittings show light surface oxidation. the internal padding retains its form and the stamped markings remain crisp and readable. a well-marked and correctly identified example of luftwaffe flight equipment, its oval l.b.a. stamp and 1942 date offering collectors a rare, tangible link to the working comfort gear issued to german aircrew flying combat sorties in the middle years of the war."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"362","title":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe lba parachute back pad, dated 1942"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25954/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII Luftwaffe LBA parachute back pad, dated 1942. It is an original piece of military aviation equipment from the Second World War. The pad is made of olive-drab canvas material, quilted with parallel stitching, and features multiple light-colored webbing straps secured by metal snaps. This item represents historical militaria, specifically German aerial combat gear from the 1940s.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.186Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25954,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25955/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25955/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25955/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25955/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25955/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii raf/commonwealth observer-type parachute harness back pad, pattern consistent with air ministry stores ref. 15a/191, khaki canvas construction with felt padding, herringbone-twill retaining tabs, and boxed 's' inspection stamp, circa 1939-1945. this lot offers an original second world war-era back pad for the observer-type (chest) parachute harness worn by raf and commonwealth bomber aircrew. the pad's khaki canvas body, felt-filled construction, and snap-fastened webbing tabs are consistent with wartime british and canadian production associated with air ministry stores reference 15a/191, though no maker's name or full reference number is legible in the photographs, and any attribution to irvin air chute ltd. or an affiliated commonwealth contractor remains circumstantial. no separate published biography or unit history accompanies the piece; its story is told entirely through its pattern, construction, and the faint markings stamped into the canvas. unlike single-seat fighter pilots, who sat atop a seat-type parachute pack, aircrew serving in multi-crew bombers such as the lancaster, halifax, wellington, and stirling wore a chest-type harness continuously throughout operational flight, clipping on the detachable parachute pack only in an emergency. navigators, bomb aimers, wireless operators, and air gunners might spend eight hours or more strapped into this harness while moving between stations, and the heavy canvas webbing and metal fittings bore directly against the back and shoulders. a pad of this type addressed that practical discomfort, cushioning the wearer against the hardware of the harness during long bomber command sorties flown between 1939 and 1945. the pad is a rectangular khaki canvas panel with a broad, edge-stitched border and a padded, quilted inner field. six herringbone-twill webbing retaining tabs are fitted to the front face - a pair at each upper corner, a pair at mid-body, and a pair at the lower corners - each tab closed by two metal press-stud snap fasteners. the reverse carries the corresponding metal grommets set through the canvas at each tab position, along with two faint, largely illegible ink or stencil marks near the centre. a boxed 's' stamp, likely an inspection or size mark applied during wartime manufacture or acceptance, remains clearly visible on the front face near the lower edge. condition is very good for an issued wartime item: the canvas and webbing show light, honest age-related toning, scattered surface soiling, and minor scuffing consistent with period use; the stitching, press studs, and grommets all appear sound and intact; and the internal padding retains its shape without significant loss or compression. a tactile and well-preserved survivor of raf/commonwealth aircrew equipment, this back pad speaks quietly to the long hours bomber command crews spent strapped into their harnesses over occupied europe."},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"363","title":{"en":"wwii raf observer parachute harness back pad"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25955/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII RAF observer parachute harness back pad, an authentic piece of military aviation equipment from the Second World War. The pad is constructed from light tan or khaki canvas, featuring quilted stitching and multiple matching canvas straps with metal snaps for attachment. This item represents British Royal Air Force militaria, specifically aerial combat gear from the 1939-1945 period.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:30:10.162Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - $200","currency":"USD","id":25955,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25956/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25956/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25956/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25956/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25956/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. marine corps high-top canvas athletic shoes (\"jungle sneakers\" / \"coral shoes\"), interior stamped \"made in guam\" and dated december 1945 offered is a genuine pair of world war ii-era u.s. marine corps canvas high-top athletic shoes, the type collectors know informally as \"jungle sneakers\" or \"coral shoes.\" partially legible interior stampings on the tongue area appear to read \"made in guam\" together with a december 1945 date, placing manufacture at a pacific depot in the final weeks of the war and the earliest days of the occupation period. no individual recipient or unit is identified on the shoes, and no separate biography accompanies the pair; the story here rests entirely in the depot markings and the surviving physical character of the shoes themselves. by the middle years of the pacific war, the marine corps and navy had recognized the shortcomings of standard leather field boots for shipboard duty, physical training, and movement across coral reefs and volcanic rock during amphibious operations. high-top canvas sneakers with vulcanized rubber soles and deeply textured, lugged bumpers were procured and, in some instances, produced or reworked at forward depots to keep pace with demand near the front. guam, retaken from japanese forces in the summer of 1944, quickly developed into a major marine and naval logistics hub, its repair, supply, and quartermaster facilities supporting fleet and ground units through the endgame of the war and into the early occupation. a pair stamped with a guam depot marking and dated december 1945 speaks directly to that transitional moment, produced after the fighting on the island had ended but while the base remained a vital rear-area installation. each shoe is constructed of heavy olive-drab cotton canvas in the recognizable high-top pattern, laced through nickel-plated eyelets with woven cotton laces still present. the vulcanized rubber soles carry a deeply textured, non-slip lugged tread designed for traction on wet decks, coral, and jungle terrain, with rubber foxing wrapping the toe and heel for reinforcement. faint stamped lettering, including the apparent \"made in guam\" and 1945 date, is visible on the interior canvas of the tongue and heel area, though rendered only partially legible by age and fading. condition is fair to good for age and consistent with genuine field use. the canvas uppers show light fading, soiling, and localized fraying around the lace holes and seams; the woven laces show honest wear from use. the rubber soles and foxing display surface drying, oxidation, and ingrained dirt, yet remain substantially intact without significant cracking or loss, and the lugged tread pattern remains well defined on both soles. a scarce, theater-marked pair of pacific footwear that brings the everyday material history of the marine corps' island bases into tangible focus."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"364","title":{"en":"wwii usmc canvas jungle sneakers, guam dec 1945"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25956/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a pair of WWII USMC canvas jungle sneakers, identified as having been used in Guam in December 1945. These high-top military shoes are made of olive green canvas with matching laces and feature robust dark rubber toe caps and soles. The footwear is characteristic of the jungle warfare gear utilized by the United States Marine Corps during the Pacific theater of World War II. They present a worn yet historically significant appearance for collectors of WWII militaria.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:31:08.664Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25956,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25957/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25957/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25957/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25957/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25957/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25957/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25957/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25957/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25957/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25957/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25957/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25957/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25957/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25957/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25957/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25957/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25957/017/017.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"world war ii usaaf aviator's flight gear lot - type a-11 intermediate helmet (mondl mfg. co., size large), type a-9 summer helmet (dwg. no. 42 g 688, a.c. order no. 42-19388-p), pair of a-6/a-6a shearling-lined boots (size medium), two ohio chemical type a-14 demand oxygen masks, n-2 goggle replacement lenses, an eye shield, and a cole of california pilot chute dated june 1944. this substantial grouping of united states army air forces flying equipment brings together the core protective gear issued to high-altitude bomber and fighter crews during the second world war. its story rests in the specification labels, contractor stamps, and air corps stock numbers stitched into each piece - the type a-11 helmet bearing its mondl manufacturing co. label reading specification no. 3189-b, a.a.f. stock no. 8300-396010, and size large; the type a-9 summer helmet marked with drawing no. 42 g 688 and air corps order no. 42-19388-p; and the parachute canopy carrying a cole of california, inc. ink-stamped data panel reading part no. 6930 and date of mfg. jun. 1944. by 1943 the usaaf had standardized a layered system of flight clothing to combat the extreme cold and hypoxia encountered in unpressurized bomber and fighter cockpits at altitudes exceeding 20,000 feet. the type a-11 leather helmet, fitted with integrated receiver cups and internal wiring, was worn in tandem with the ohio chemical & manufacturing co. type a-14 demand oxygen mask, standardized that same year to replace earlier continuous-flow designs and issued widely to eighth and ninth air force crews over europe as well as units in the pacific and china-burma-india theaters. sheepskin-lined a-6/a-6a boots, distinguished by their gold-stamped usaaf wing-and-star decals, were critical to preventing frostbite among waist gunners and radio operators exposed to slipstream chill through open positions. notably, the pilot chute in this lot was manufactured by cole of california, a los angeles swimsuit maker whose textile plant, like many american garment firms, was converted to wartime parachute production - a small but telling example of industrial mobilization on the home front. the type a-11 intermediate flying helmet retains its brown leather shell, receiver cups, internal wiring, and crisp woven mondl label, showing surface wear, aged patination, and minor verdigris to the metal snap fasteners. the type a-9 summer flying cap displays its original khaki twill shell and legible woven property label, with a shearling ear patch, visible fabric wear, and small losses to the fabric near the crown. the pair of a-6/a-6a shearling-lined boots, marked size medium on the rubber soles, show heavy surface flaking and crazing to the brown leather uppers, with intact cream shearling linings, functional buckles and front zippers, and rubber overshoe soles retaining a partial usaaf wing-and-star decal."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"365","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf flight gear lot: a-11, a-9, a-6, a-14"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25957/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a lot of WWII USAAF flight gear, comprising various components including an A-11 flight helmet, an A-9 flight helmet, an A-6 flight helmet, and an A-14 oxygen mask. The collection includes leather flight boots with buckled straps and a U.S. Army Air Forces insignia, several oxygen masks with corrugated hoses, and two distinct types of flight helmets (one in khaki textile, another in dark leather). This lot represents authentic United States Army Air Forces aviation equipment from the 1940s, showcasing a range of materials like leather, fabric, and rubber.","soldPrice":250,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:32:37.410Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25957,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25958/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25958/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25958/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"olive drab/khaki quilted canvas parachute or harness back pad with eight webbing snap straps; handwritten black \"59\" (crossed out) and \"26.\" light fray/soil. exact contract type not confirmed. condition good."},"estimateMax":100,"lotNumber":"366","title":{"en":"1942 wwii parachute back pad"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25958/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII parachute back pad, specifically dated 1942. The pad is made of an olive-drab canvas-like material, featuring quilted stitching across its surface. It is equipped with multiple light-colored webbing straps, each secured with two metal snaps, designed for attachment to a parachute harness. The item bears some handwritten markings, including numbers, on its surface, indicating its use as a piece of military equipment from the Second World War era.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.188Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $100","currency":"USD","id":25958,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25959/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25959/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. navy an6519-1 life vest named to d.w. goddard, m.d.. original world war ii u.s. navy an6519-1 pneumatic life preserver dated 1945 and period named to \"d.w. goddard, m.d.\" constructed in the characteristic yellow flotation fabric, this aviation life vest retains its original inflation hardware, attachment straps, fittings, and inspection markings. the front is clearly personalized to dr. goddard, making this a particularly interesting named example of u.s. navy aviation survival equipment associated with a wartime physician. \n research has identified a promising possible match in dr. david w. goddard, a physician who became a practicing urologist in the postwar period and published extensively in the medical literature beginning in the early 1950s. while the exact identification has not yet been conclusively established, the initials, surname, medical designation, and period all align closely enough to warrant further research. at least one other wwii-era serviceman of the same name is known, so the attribution should presently be considered a strong possibility rather than definitive. \n the an6519-series vest was designed for aviation use and represents an important category of emergency equipment worn by naval aircrew and other personnel flying aboard military aircraft. the fact that this example is specifically marked \"m.d.\" is especially notable, as it suggests issue to a physician who may have been serving in an aviation, transport, evacuation, or other operational medical capacity. \n the vest shows honest period wear, age toning, soiling, and use consistent with wartime service. original markings remain visible, including the 1945 date. named wwii aviation survival equipment is considerably more desirable than anonymous examples, and the medical association adds an additional layer of historical interest. an excellent research piece for collectors of u.s. navy aviation, wwii medical history, flight equipment, and named militaria."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"367","title":{"en":"wwii u.s. navy an6519-1 life vest named to d.w."},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25959/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII U.S. Navy AN6519-1 life vest, uniquely named to \"D.W. GODDARD\". The vest is a pneumatic type, constructed from a yellow textile material, and designed for buoyancy with an oval neck opening. It features various straps for securing it to the wearer, including one long strap with a metal hook-like fastener. This item represents authentic United States Navy aviation or maritime equipment from the World War II era, likely dating from 1939-1945.","soldPrice":70,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:34:44.719Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25959,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25960/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25960/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25960/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25960/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25960/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25960/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25960/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25960/020/020.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25960/021/021.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25960/022/022.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25960/023/023.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25960/024/024.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"world war ii usaaf type a-3 quick attachable chest (qac) parachute harness with attached back pad, yellow group identification tabs, and early cadmium-plated dog-lead fasteners, circa 1943-1945. offered here is an original u.s. army air forces type a-3 quick attachable chest parachute harness, complete with its attached canvas back pad, cadmium-plated dog-lead fasteners, and yellow hardware-identification tabs at the shoulders. no individual airman's name or serial number is associated with this example, and no separate published biography accompanies the piece; its story is told through the harness itself and the standardized records of usaaf parachute equipment procurement during the war. the a-3 qac system was developed to solve a persistent problem for bomber crews: navigators, bombardiers, and gunners working in cramped fuselage stations could not comfortably wear a full seat or back parachute pack for hours at altitude. the solution was to separate the harness, worn continuously in flight, from the chest pack, which clipped on only when needed for bailout. risers were folded over the shoulders rather than routed to the chest, so opening shock transferred through the shoulders instead of across the abdomen - a meaningful gain in comfort and survivability for men flying long missions over europe and the pacific. beginning around may 1944, the usaaf introduced a color-coded tab system, yellow among them, so that ground crews and airmen could quickly pair compatible harnesses with the correct quick-attach chest packs under the pressure of combat conditions, a small but critical safeguard against a fatal mismatch during emergency egress. the harness is constructed of heavy white cotton webbing threaded with a central black tracer stitch, a hallmark of wartime u.s. parachute manufacture used to verify webbing integrity during inspection. bright yellow fabric tabs are sewn to both upper shoulder straps, denoting the hardware-compatibility group, and remain strongly colored. the early cadmium-plated dog-lead style fasteners and snap hooks, intended to mate with a corresponding chest pack, are fitted at the chest juncture and show a light, even patina consistent with age. the attached olive drab and tan canvas back pad remains sewn to the harness and retains its period lift-the-dot and snap-type fasteners; faint stenciled markings are visible at the top edge of the pad though not fully legible in the photographs. condition is very good for issued wartime equipment. the webbing shows moderate soiling, light staining, and localized fraying at several folded and stitched sections, with the tips of a few tapes lightly frayed at their free ends. the back pad shows creasing and handling marks but its fasteners and attachment points remain sound. the metal hardware exhibits light surface oxidation but moves and functions as intended. a well-preserved example of the color-coded a-3 qac system that gave usaaf bomber crews the mobility to work their stations while keeping a parachute within instant reach."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"368","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf type a-3 yellow group parachute harness"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25960/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII USAAF Type A-3 Yellow Group parachute harness, an authentic piece of United States Army Air Forces equipment. The harness is composed of numerous wide, light-colored webbing straps with visible stitching, forming an intricate system designed to secure a parachute. It features heavy-duty metal buckles and quick-release mechanisms, with some sections having a contrasting yellowish fabric. This item represents historical aviation militaria from the 1940s, specifically designed for aerial personnel.","soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:36:41.514Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$800 - $1,500","currency":"USD","id":25960,"estimateMin":800},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25961/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25961/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25961/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25961/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25961/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25961/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25961/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25961/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"rare wwii british-made usaaf/raf flyer's anti-flak body armour, wilkinson sword co. type a vest with type c contoured apron/groin protector, circa 1942-1943 offered here is an exceptional survivor of the earliest allied flak armor developed for heavy bomber crews - a british-made type a vest, comprising front and rear plated panels, together with its matching type c contoured apron/groin protector, manufactured under wartime contract by the wilkinson sword company of london. its significance rests in its rarity of survival and its direct documentary link to the pioneering grow-wilkinson armor program of 1942-43. the development of this armor traces to colonel malcolm c. grow, surgeon of the u.s. eighth air force, who in late 1942 grew alarmed at the mounting toll of anti-aircraft fragmentation wounds among bomber crews over occupied europe - injuries suffered even when the aircraft itself remained flyable. working with wilkinson sword, long famous as a maker of edged weapons, grow oversaw the creation of a lightweight, wearable armor built from overlapping manganese steel plates encased in canvas pockets, sufficient to stop fragment penetration while still allowing a gunner or radio operator to work inside a cramped b-17 or b-24 fuselage. produced first in britain under lend-lease and issued to both eighth air force and raf crews flying from english airfields, this pattern became the direct ancestor of the later mass-produced american m1 and m2 flak suits. crucially, the design incorporated a quick-release mechanism - the vivid red felt pull tab seen here, its white webbing cords threaded through brass grommets - allowing an airman to shed the armor's considerable weight in seconds during a bailout or ditching, a feature born of hard lessons learned when heavy plate had dragged wounded or unconscious crewmen down in the channel or north sea. the vest's front and rear panels are constructed of heavy drab brown canvas overlapping the articulated manganese steel plates, each panel backed with soft off-white corduroy quilted in vertical channels to hold the plates in register; the shoulders close with adjustable webbing straps and nickel lift-the-dot fasteners, the reverse legibly stamped with the british war department broad arrow and inspection marks."},"estimateMax":1200,"lotNumber":"369","title":{"en":"rare wwii usaaf wilkinson sword flak vest & apron"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25961/view","tags":["uscollectibles_woaponsandarmor","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare WWII USAAF Wilkinson Sword flak vest and apron, designed for protection against anti-aircraft fire. The vest is made of a brown canvas-like material with lighter-colored fabric trim and internal padding visible at the edges. It features a broad waist belt with metal buckles and a separate lower apron piece, all designed to offer frontal protection. This item represents specialized United States Army Air Forces military equipment from the 1940s, a notable piece of aviation protective gear.","soldPrice":2800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:39:15.674Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$600 - $1,200","currency":"USD","id":25961,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25962/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25962/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25962/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25962/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25962/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25962/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25962/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25962/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25962/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25962/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25962/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25962/012/012.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"near-mint wwii usaaf m1 flak vest & m5 groin armor. near-mint wwii usaaf m1 flyer's body armor flak vest with m5 groin armor and support for seated personnel - breslee mfg. co., contract w-30-069-ord-3298, spec. axs-1025, and the artistic furniture mfg. co., contract w33-008-ord-1326, lot c-5, circa 1943-1945. offered here is an exceptionally well-preserved example of the u.s. army air forces m1 flyer's flak armor system, comprising separately labeled front and back vest pieces manufactured by the breslee mfg. co. together with the m5 groin armor and support, manufactured by the artistic furniture mfg. co. specifically for seated aircrew such as pilots, copilots, navigators, and bombardiers. the identifying history rests entirely in the manufacturer's contract tags and ordnance specification stampings sewn into each component, which together document a scarce, closely-matching survival of an otherwise seldom-encountered protective ensemble. flak was among the gravest hazards faced by american bomber crews, as bursting antiaircraft shells sent fragments through aircraft skins and into crowded crew compartments. the m1 vest traces its lineage to british flak-protection designs associated with the wilkinson sword company, developed to shield bomber crews over occupied europe and the pacific from shell fragmentation. once adopted and standardized under u.s. army ordnance specifications, production shifted to american contractors manufacturing overlapping hadfield manganese steel plates pocketed within heavy olive drab canvas panels. aircrews flying missions over flak-heavy targets relied on these vests, worn over flight gear, to deflect shell splinters during bomb runs, while the m5 groin unit extended coverage to seated personnel vulnerable to fragments entering from beneath the aircraft floor - a protective gap identified by army air forces studies during the strategic bombing campaigns of 1943-1945. the front and back vest sections are constructed of olive drab canvas with segmented internal plate pockets, backed by cream corduroy lining for comfort against flight gear, and joined by adjustable olive drab webbing straps with metal friction buckles. a bright red emergency quick-release rip cord, doubled and x-stitched at its base, remains fully intact and functional, designed to instantly jettison the assembly in the event of ditching or bailout. both breslee cloth labels are stitched securely in place, the front reading clearly with the contract information intact."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"370","title":{"en":"near-mint wwii usaaf m1 flak vest & m5 groin"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25962/view","tags":["uscollectibles_woaponsandarmor","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a near-mint WWII USAAF M1 flak vest and M5 groin protector, offering a complete set of body armor for airmen. Both pieces are made of olive green quilted fabric, designed to provide protection against shrapnel. The vest is sleeveless with a central strap featuring a red pull-tab, while the M5 groin protector is a separate, articulated piece that extends downward. This represents authentic United States Army Air Forces protective equipment from the Second World War.","soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:40:43.235Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25962,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25963/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25963/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25963/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25963/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25963/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25963/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii cs-150 signal panel cases, r/y study lot of 4. lot of four wwii u.s. army signal corps cs-150 canvas panel cases, two stenciled 'r' for red and two stenciled 'y' for yellow, showing distinct construction, closure and contractor variations. offered here is a study group of four cs-150 canvas carrying cases, the standard u.s. army signal corps sleeve developed to hold and transport high-visibility fabric marker panels used in air-to-ground identification systems such as panel set ap-50 and the al-140/al-141 series. two examples are stenciled case cs-150 r for red panels and two are stenciled case cs-150 y for yellow, the color coding allowing ground troops and airborne signal teams to select the correct panel fabric quickly without opening every case in the field. these cases were a small but essential link in the army's visual signaling network, carried by infantry, forward observers, and airborne troops alike to mark drop zones, landing strips, front lines, and bomb safety lines for supporting aircraft. airborne pathfinder teams, who jumped ahead of the main force to prepare and mark drop zones for follow-on paratroopers and gliders, relied on exactly this kind of panel gear to guide incoming serials by day. the signal corps fielded these panels widely across the european and pacific theaters from 1943 onward, and stenciled, field-marked cases such as these are tangible survivors of that recognition effort. all four cases are constructed of khaki-to-olive canvas in a long rectangular sleeve profile sized to hold folded panel fabric, each with a fabric carry strap along one long edge. three of the four feature dual web strap-and-buckle flap closures, with clearly different buckle hardware, strap placement, and stitching between the examples - one r-marked case and both y-marked cases share this closure type, though hardware patina and strap tabs vary noticeably across them. the fourth, an r-marked example, is closed instead by a snap-button reinforced fold flap and bears a period hand-inked field inscription reading 'sp. no. / comb.'."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"371","title":{"en":"wwii cs-150 signal panel cases, r/y study lot of"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25963/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot contains WWII CS-150 signal panel cases, identified as a 'study lot' with both red (R) and yellow (Y) designations. These are elongated cases made of light tan or khaki canvas material, each featuring two buckle straps for closure and handling. Stenciled text \"CASE CS-150\" and either \"R\" or \"Y\" are visible on the cases. These items represent authentic United States military communication or signaling equipment from the World War II era, likely used for ground-to-air or ground-to-ground signaling.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.189Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25963,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25964/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25964/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25964/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25964/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"usaf type c-2a pneumatic one-man life raft carrying case, spec. mil-r-5863-a, new york rubber corp., cold war / korean war era kit pack. offered here is a type c-2a pneumatic one-man life raft carrying case, the standard emergency flotation container issued to united states air force aircrew during the early cold war and korean war periods. manufactured by new york rubber corp. to specification mil-r-5863-a, the pack was built to attach directly to an aviator's parachute harness or ejection seat rig, placing critical survival equipment within immediate reach in the event of a water landing. the photographs establish no individual recipient, unit, or aircraft association; the story here rests entirely in the pack's official contract markings and construction. the c-2a kit pack represents a link in the postwar evolution of aircrew water-survival gear, succeeding earlier wwii-era single-man raft assemblies as jet-age speeds and ejection systems demanded faster, more reliable access to flotation equipment. new york rubber corp. was among the principal military contractors supplying inflatable rafts, life vests, and related aeronautical survival gear to u.s. forces from the second world war through the 1950s, equipping bomber and fighter crews across the korean conflict and the broader early cold war buildup. packs of this type were carried aboard aircraft or worn integrated with harness systems. the case is constructed of heavy olive drab cotton duck, closed along its top edge by a substantial metal track zipper; the slider is intact and functions, though its pull tab is absent. two aluminum snap hooks are fitted to the sides for harness attachment, flanking bold stenciled lettering reading \"no handle\" on the front panel. the reverse panel carries a wide reinforced web strap stitched horizontally across its center, with additional fabric loops at each corner for retention or lashing. a stencil on the interior/underside of the case reads \"raft, pneumatic, type c-2a, \" \"spec. mil-r-5863-a, \" \"new york rubber corp., \" together with contract number and \"this raft will be tested and inspected before issue\"; fields for manufacturer's serial number and date of manufacture are present but have faded to illegibility. condition throughout is very good for a surplus survival item of this age: the canvas shows mild fading, scattered soil and water staining, and light surface rubbing consistent with service use, while the metal hardware displays minor surface oxidation and handling scuffs. the stenciled markings, though soft with age, remain legible under raking light, and the zipper track operates smoothly along its full run. a well-marked and structurally sound c-2a raft pack that preserves, in its own stenciled specifications and contractor's name, a tangible piece of early usaf aircrew water-survival engineering."},"estimateMax":140,"lotNumber":"372","title":{"en":"usaf c-2a pneumatic life raft kit pack"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25964/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a USAF C-2A pneumatic life raft kit pack, a piece of military survival equipment. The item is a rectangular bag, likely made of canvas or similar durable fabric, in an olive drab or khaki color. It features a zippered top closure and two metal clasps on the front, consistent with an air force issue item. The bag appears to be a protective container for an inflatable life raft, reflecting its utility in aviation safety.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.191Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$80 - $140","currency":"USD","id":25964,"estimateMin":80},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25965/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25965/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25965/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25965/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"two pairs of unissued u.s. trigger finger cold weather mitten shells with wool liners, illinois glove company, men's type i, contract no. w199-qm-3356 this lot presents two pairs of u.s. military trigger finger mittens, manufactured by the illinois glove company under quartermaster contract no. w199-qm-3356, and dating to the korean war era with continued use into the early vietnam period. each pair retains its heavy wool insert liners, and one pair remains joined together by its original factory metal clip, confirming the unissued, warehouse-fresh status of that set. trigger finger mittens of this pattern trace their design lineage to lessons learned during winter fighting in the european theater in the second world war, where standard mittens left soldiers unable to operate triggers, bolts, and equipment in extreme cold. the split-finger construction, isolating the thumb and index finger while keeping the remaining digits together for warmth, was refined into the m-1948 and early m-1951 patterns and issued in quantity to troops facing the brutal winters of the korean peninsula. the type remained standard cold-weather issue through the 1950s, with quartermaster depots continuing to draw on existing contract stock as later conflicts, including the early years of american involvement in vietnam, brought renewed demand for cold-weather gear in northern and mountainous deployments. unissued examples such as these, retaining their factory clips and warehouse pricing, occasionally surface from long-undisturbed surplus lots rather than from field use. each of the four olive-drab canvas mitten shells is cut with a separate thumb and index-finger stall, faced with a tan leather palm for grip, and finished with a wind-resistant cotton sateen gauntlet cuff closed by an adjustable strap and metal buckle. heavy wool insert liners remain fitted within all four shells. the interior stamp on the joined pair is crisp and fully legible, reading 'men's type i / illinois glove company / contract no. w199 qm 3356'."},"estimateMax":80,"lotNumber":"373","title":{"en":"unissued korean war trigger finger mittens, 2 pr"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25965/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features two pairs of unissued Korean War-era trigger finger mittens, military cold-weather gear. The mittens are constructed from olive drab fabric on the back of the hand and a lighter, possibly leather or suede, material on the palm side. Each mitten includes an adjustable strap around the wrist and an extended cuff, designed to provide warmth while allowing dexterity for firing a weapon. Their 'unissued' condition suggests they are in excellent, unused state, making them notable for collectors of Korean War militaria.","soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:43:02.921Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $80","currency":"USD","id":25965,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25966/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25966/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25966/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25966/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25966/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25966/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25966/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25966/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25966/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25966/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25966/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25966/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25966/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25966/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25966/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25966/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25966/017/017.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"scarce wwii type a-5 airborne delivery container s. wwii u.s. army airborne type a-5 aerial delivery container set - stenciled left and right end covers, uncut inner felt-lined liner roll, and lite mfg. co. 12\" x 12\" drop shock pad under contract af 33(038)27339 offered here is a scarce, largely complete configuration of the type a-5 aerial delivery container, the world war ii airborne rigging system developed to drop ammunition, small arms, and heavy equipment to parachute troops from transport aircraft such as the c-47 skytrain. the lot retains both stenciled end covers, the long uncut inner felt-lined liner roll that wrapped the packed load, and a separate padded shock pad. developed to solve one of the central logistical problems of airborne warfare - getting heavy supplies to paratroopers intact after a parachute descent - the a-5 system used padded end covers and a felt-and-canvas inner wrap to cushion a packed munitions crate or weapons bundle against the shock of landing, with cotton webbing, friction buckles, and steel d-rings to close and secure the assembly for the drop. the separate square shock pad, stenciled with its quartermaster stock number and contract data, was intended to further absorb impact at the point of contact with the ground. complete groupings of a-5 hardware such as this one illustrate, more fully than an isolated end cover, the engineering behind resupply drops that kept airborne divisions fighting once they were on the ground in normandy, holland, and beyond. the olive-drab duck left end cover is clearly stenciled with its nomenclature for use as a type a-5 aerial delivery container component."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"374","title":{"en":"scarce wwii type a-5 airborne delivery container"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25966/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a scarce WWII Type A-5 airborne delivery container, a piece of military parachute equipment. The item is an olive drab canvas cylinder with white webbing straps and metal buckles, designed for aerial delivery of supplies or munitions. Markings on the canvas indicate its type and function, including 'LEFT END COVER' and 'CAUTION MUNITIONS'. The container appears to be in a used but well-preserved condition, reflecting its historical use during World War II.","soldPrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:43:51.441Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25966,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25967/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25967/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25967/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25967/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25967/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25967/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25967/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25967/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25967/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25967/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25967/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25967/012/012.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf type a-3 quick attachable chest parachute pack tray, serial no. 42-289821, manufactured by reliance mfg. co. under contract w33-038-ac-3906, with matching a.a.f. form 46 parachute log record documenting service at randolph field, texas offered here is a well-documented u.s. army air forces type a-3 quick attachable chest (qac) parachute pack tray, its olive drab canvas shell stenciled with government serial number 42-289821 and \"top\" across multiple panels. the pack is accompanied by its correctly matched a.a.f. form 46 parachute log record booklet, the serial number hand-inscribed on the cover in period ink to agree exactly with the stenciling on the pack itself - a level of matched documentation seldom encountered intact on surviving examples of this equipment. no separate published biography attaches to this piece; its story is carried entirely in the pack's markings and the log's handwritten entries. the type a-3, and its later variant the a-4, were the standard chest-mounted emergency parachutes issued to usaaf aircrew whose duties demanded freedom of movement within cramped fuselage stations - turret gunners, navigators, bombardiers, and radio operators aboard b-17s, b-24s, and b-29s. rather than wearing the bulky pack throughout flight, these men wore only a lightweight chest harness, with the parachute tray clipped nearby and ready to be snapped onto the harness rings in seconds should the aircraft be disabled. the log record traces this particular pack's documented service through 1945, with entries for technical instruction compliance, ten-day inspections, and formal repacking performed by the post parachute department at randolph field, texas, then headquarters of the air corps training center, with riggers' initials confirming the maintenance performed."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"375","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf a-3 chest parachute pack, matching log"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25967/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII USAAF A-3 chest parachute pack, a piece of American military aviation equipment. The pack is made from olive drab canvas with various straps, buckles, and a distinct yellow fabric strip across the center flap. Visible stenciled numbers and text, including 'TYPE A-3 PARACHUTE', indicate its military specification. The item appears to be in a used condition, consistent with its wartime function, and is notable for its matching log, suggesting a documented history.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:44:25.246Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25967,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/041/041.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/042/042.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/043/043.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/044/044.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/045/045.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/046/046.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/047/047.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/048/048.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/049/049.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/050/050.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/051/051.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/052/052.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/053/053.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/054/054.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/055/055.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/056/056.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/057/057.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/058/058.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/059/059.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25968/060/060.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"rare wwii t-5 parachute - 501st g company / geronimo - d-day. exceptional and historically significant wwii u.s. army airborne t-5 parachute rig identified to the 501st parachute infantry regiment, 101st airborne division, retaining its original main pack, harness, reserve pack, parachute components, fittings, hardware, unit markings, and original war department parachute log. also contains the original camo pattern silk parachute as originally packed. the lightning bolts are associated with the 501st. the t-5 was the standard combat parachute system of american airborne forces during the first half of world war ii and is inseparably associated with the normandy airborne assault. the 501st pir was one of the principal parachute regiments of the 101st airborne division and jumped into normandy during the early hours of june 6, 1944, with objectives centered north and east of carentan, including seizure of the la barquette locks and crossings over the douve river. \n of particular importance is the original parachute log accompanying this rig, which documents its wartime inspection and repacking history and records a practice jump in the scottish highlands prior to d-day, providing an unusually strong documentary connection to the intensive airborne training conducted before the invasion of europe. the presence of the original log is especially desirable, as these records were intended to remain with individual parachute assemblies and are frequently missing from surviving examples. the pack bears wartime serial and stencil markings, while the harness retains the characteristic heavy white webbing, black tracer stitching, original metal hardware, reserve attachment fittings, risers, and related components. the assembly also exhibits numerous period inspection, rigger, and identification markings throughout. \n the rig shows substantial wartime use and field modification consistent with an operational airborne parachute. the backpad is a period replacement and should not be considered original to the initial assembly, an important distinction preserved here for accuracy. the remainder of the group presents as a remarkably complete and evocative combat-era parachute system. original t-5 assemblies with documented wartime logs are scarce in any configuration; an example bearing 501st pir association and a surviving pre-invasion practice-jump record represents a particularly desirable piece of american airborne history. the 501st participated in the 101st airborne division's assault into normandy on d-day, part of the airborne force tasked with securing routes inland from utah beach and disrupting german reinforcement of the coastal defenses. \n condition is consistent with extensive wartime service and age, with wear, staining, fraying, repairs, replaced components, and oxidation to hardware visible throughout. all components and markings should be carefully reviewed in the accompanying photographs. a rare, substantially complete and documented wwii t-5 parachute rig with 501st parachute infantry regiment association and extraordinary pre-d-day provenance."},"estimateMax":10000,"lotNumber":"376","title":{"en":"rare wwii t-5 parachute - 501st g company /"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25968/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare WWII T-5 parachute, identified with the 501st G Company. The item is a piece of military equipment, specifically a parachute harness and pack, dating from the World War II period. It is made of canvas and webbing in an olive drab color, featuring multiple straps, buckles, and a release mechanism. The parachute pack itself is visible, with some markings or stenciling, including a 'G' that likely denotes the company. This artifact represents a significant item of paratrooper gear from a notable unit during WWII.","soldPrice":11500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:45:48.210Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$4,000 - $10,000","currency":"USD","id":25968,"estimateMin":4000},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25969/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25969/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25969/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25969/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"early luftwaffe k so/34 summer flight suit, habelt. german luftwaffe fliegerschutzanzug, summer model k so/34, by bekleidungsfabrik habelt of crailsheim/wrttbg., with karl heister of berlin c 2 d.r.g.m.-patented collar chain hanger, dated baujahr 193[9]. offered here is a well-marked example of the k so/34 one-piece flight suit, the standard warm-weather coverall issued to luftwaffe aircrews for operations in moderate temperatures and summer conditions through the pre-war and early war years. the suit carries a clearly legible interior manufacturer's label from bekleidungsfabrik habelt of crailsheim, identifying the baumuster as \"kso\" and the baujahr as ending in 193[9], the final digit faint but consistent with production in the closing years of the 1930s, a window collectors prize for its superior tailoring and cloth quality ahead of later wartime economies of material. the k so/34, short for kombi sommer 1934, was developed to meet the practical needs of luftwaffe crews flying in open cockpits and early monoplanes, who required protection from wind and abrasion without the bulk of winter equipment. cut from a flecked tan-brown cotton-linen twill, the suit's diagonal chest zip allowed rapid donning over a uniform, while the chest map pocket, wrist zips, and reinforced leg openings addressed the daily demands of cockpit life. of particular note is the collar's wire-and-chain hanger strap, a fitting patented under deutsches reichsgebrauchsmuster by karl heister of berlin c 2, intended to allow the garment to be hung neatly by its collar in crew lockers and ready rooms, a small but telling detail of german standardization even in flying kit. the suit is constructed of the characteristic flecked twill, with a broad collar, long sleeves, and a diagonal front zip closure fitted with a leather pull tab; a chest map pocket and further zippered openings appear at both cuffs, both trouser legs, and across the seat and thigh, each retaining dark leather pull tabs. the collar carries the sewn karl heister label alongside its woven chain-and-eyelet hanger strap, while the interior bekleidungsfabrik habelt tag remains sewn to its blue lining panel and fully legible, recording baumuster, baujahr, and groesse fields. condition is very good for a vintage flight garment of this age: the twill shows light handling creases, gentle overall fading, and scattered surface soiling consistent with issued use and long storage, with no heavy staining or significant tears evident in the photographs. the metal zippers appear intact with their leather tabs present throughout, and both interior labels remain stable and clearly readable, though the hanger's cord shows some wear. a well-preserved and clearly marked prewar k so/34 summer flight suit, its dual manufacturer and patent labels offering collectors a rare combined snapshot of luftwaffe clothing production and hardware design on the eve of the second world war."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"377","title":{"en":"early luftwaffe k so/34 summer flight suit"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25969/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is an early Luftwaffe K So/34 summer flight suit, a rare piece of German aviation uniform from the pre-WWII to early WWII period. The one-piece suit is made of a light brown or tan fabric with multiple zippered pockets and closures, characteristic of early flight apparel. It features a collared neck and full-length sleeves and legs, designed for comfort and functionality in the cockpit. The suit appears to be in worn but intact condition, showcasing its historical design and materials.","soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:47:12.241Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,000","currency":"USD","id":25969,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25970/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25970/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25970/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25970/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25970/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25970/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25970/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25970/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe lkp s 101 flight helmet w/ mi 4b mi. wwii german luftwaffe lkp s 101 summer flying helmet with integrated ln 26602 earphones and mi 4b throat microphones, detewe, dated 1940 this lot presents an original world war ii german luftwaffe lkp s 101 summer flying helmet, complete with its integrated avionics harness and dual-transducer mi 4b throat microphone assembly. the helmet's interior satin lining bears a legible manufacturer's label identifying it as a fl. kopfhaube gr. built to baumuster lkp s 101 pattern, with geraet-nr. 124-436b and anf. ln 26617 equipment reference, produced by deutsche telephonwerke und kabelindustrie ag (detewe), one of the principal contractors supplying communications equipment to the luftwaffe. stamped acceptance markings and inked date notations on the label place manufacture within 1940, the opening phase of the air war over britain and western europe, though the photographs do not establish an individual wearer, unit or operational theater. the lkp s 101 was the lightweight warm-weather counterpart to the padded winter kopfhaube, cut from tan canvas twill rather than heavier leather, and issued broadly to fighter and bomber crews for whom cockpit heat made the winter pattern impractical. its molded brown leather ear housings concealed ln 26602 earphones wired into the aircraft's intercom and radio circuits, while the accompanying mi 4b throat microphone - worn snug against the larynx rather than in front of the mouth - was engineered to filter engine and slipstream noise, a design solution that allowed clearer voice transmission than contemporary boom microphones and became a hallmark of german aviation communications through the middle war years. the helmet is constructed of tan canvas twill with a fleece-lined interior and satin crown lining, brown leather edge trim, and molded leather ear cup housings, each retaining an ln 26602 earphone unit visible through its fleece surround. the throat microphone assembly is a horseshoe-shaped brown leather collar fitted with two red-brown transducer housings, one legibly marked with the ln 26779-2 equipment reference."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"378","title":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe lkp s 101 flight helmet w/ mi 4b"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25970/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII Luftwaffe LKP S 101 flight helmet with an MI 4B microphone, a piece of German aviation headgear. The helmet is constructed from light brown fabric with dark brown leather ear cups and chin straps featuring metal buckles. It includes integrated wiring and a microphone, indicating its use for communication within aircraft. The helmet is displayed on a mannequin head, showing its fitted design and the classic appearance of German WWII pilot equipment.","soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:47:45.665Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25970,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25971/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25971/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25971/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25971/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25971/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"rare 1937 luftwaffe gauntlets, iii. lehr-geschw. m. pre-war 1937-dated luftwaffe flying gauntlets by richard ehrhardt, unit-stamped to iii. lehr-geschwader offered is a pair of german luftwaffe model 1937 brown leather flying gauntlets, unit-marked to iii. lehr-geschw. - the lehrgeschwader, the luftwaffe's premier pre-war experimental and tactics-development wing that would later provide the nucleus for lg 1 and lg 2. both interior cuffs retain dark, sharp ink stampings recording the date 1937, size 91/2, the maker richard ehrhardt, inventory number 158, the boxed iii. lehr-geschw. unit stamp, and the luftwaffen-bekleidungsamt berlin acceptance mark l.b.a.b. 37, confirming official government procurement and issue. no separate published biography or unit history accompanies this pair; the story here is carried entirely by the depot and unit markings themselves, which associate the gloves with the lehrgeschwader formation without identifying an individual wearer or specific flight. lehrgeschwader was among the more significant formations of the interwar luftwaffe, tasked with refining doctrine for dive-bombing, close air support, and multi-engine tactics that would be tested in spain and employed across the opening campaigns of the second world war. gauntlets of this pattern were standard five-finger issue for open- and early enclosed-cockpit flight crews, worn over liner gloves for warmth at altitude and cut with reinforced gauntlet cuffs to seal against flight suits. most surviving luftwaffe glove issue can be traced to line squadrons rather than instructional or experimental wings, making a dated, depot-inspected pair bearing a lehrgeschwader unit stamp an uncommon survival tying tangible equipment to the formative years of german air power on the eve of war. the gauntlets are constructed of supple, grained brown leather with a five-finger cut and extended gauntlet-style cuffs, natural shearling lining visible at the openings. each glove has a wrist adjustment strap and a second strap across the cuff, with reddish-brown enameled snap buttons marked 're' beneath 'guete marke, ' richard ehrhardt's registered trademark. the interior cuff of each glove bears the full stamp grouping described above, rendered in bold, legible black ink against the tanned reverse leather, unusually dark and crisp for a mark of this age. condition is very good to excellent: the leather remains pliable with light age creasing and surface wear consistent with genuine period handling, and is free of major drying or cracking. the shearling lining is intact at both cuff openings. the snap hardware retains its fittings with only minor verdigris and finish loss expected of pre-war base-metal components, and the adjustment straps remain functional and in place on both gloves. a scarce, sharply stamped prewar luftwaffe pair whose 1937 depot acceptance and iii. lehr-geschw. unit marking offer a direct and legible link to germany's foremost pre-war combat-development wing."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"379","title":{"en":"rare 1937 luftwaffe gauntlets, iii. lehr-geschw."},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25971/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a pair of rare 1937 Luftwaffe gauntlets, identified with III. Lehr-Geschw. These are long, brown leather gloves, typical of German aviation apparel from the pre-WWII era. Each gauntlet features an adjustable strap with a metal buckle and a prominent red button or snap, adding a distinctive visual detail. The leather shows signs of wear consistent with age, but they remain a well-preserved example of early Luftwaffe flying gear.","soldPrice":450,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:48:42.089Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25971,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25972/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25972/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25972/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe kapok-schwimmweste, geraet-nr. 10-76 b-1, anforderz. fl 30156, tubular kapok-filled aircrew life vest with intact fabric specification label. offered here is an original world war ii german luftwaffe kapok-filled life vest, pattern 10-76 b-1, issued under requisition designation fl 30156. the vest retains its original woven-printed interior specification label naming the pattern, geraet-nr., and anforderungszeichen in full, though the fields reserved for werk-nr. and hersteller were left unfilled at issue, so no individual factory or works number can be attributed to this example. the 10-76 b-1 kapok vest was standard-issue flotation equipment for luftwaffe aircrew operating over open water - bomber crews, transport personnel, and coastal maritime patrol aviators flying missions over the north sea, english channel, and baltic approaches during the middle years of the war, circa 1940 to 1944. unlike the pneumatic 10-30 series favored by single-seat fighter pilots for their reduced cockpit bulk, the kapok vest relied on naturally buoyant vegetable fiber packed into individual tubular canvas rolls, offering immediate passive flotation of up to twenty-four hours without dependence on a co2 cartridge or manual inflation bulb. this made it particularly valued on longer overwater sorties where a downed airman might face extended time adrift before rescue, and the dense kapok packing additionally offered some protection against shrapnel and the onset of hypothermia in cold northern waters. the label's printed care instructions - cautioning against stacking and ironing, and advising drying suspended in the open air, preferably in sunlight - reflect the practical realities of maintaining such equipment in frontline service. constructed of heavy cotton canvas in a strong yellow-tan coloration, the vest is divided into the characteristic segmented tubular rolls running down both front panels and across the articulated neck support pad, each chamber retaining its original kapok fill and full loft. front closure is by wooden toggle-and-cord ties, with the sets surviving intact and functional. the rear features an adjustable webbing harness fitted with a period metal friction buckle, the padded neck support cradling the wearer's head and shoulders. the interior specification label is machine-stitched and fully legible, reading 'kapok-schwimmweste / geraet-nr. 10-76 b-1 / anforderz. fl 30156'."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"380","title":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe kapok-schwimmweste fl 30156 vest"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25972/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII Luftwaffe Kapok-Schwimmweste FL 30156 vest, a German military life vest. The vest is made of a light tan or cream-colored fabric, segmented into numerous padded chambers characteristic of kapok-filled flotation devices. It features ties for securing the vest, indicating its practical design for airmen's safety over water. The item appears to be in a good, preserved condition, reflecting its historical significance as a piece of Luftwaffe equipment.","soldPrice":1300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:49:35.527Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,000 - $2,000","currency":"USD","id":25972,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25973/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25973/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25973/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25973/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25973/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25973/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe lkp w 101 winter leather flying helmet - baumuster lkpw101, geraet-nr. 124-436a, werk-nr. ln 26618, maker code \"hdc\" this lot offers a genuine second world war german luftwaffe cold-weather flying helmet of the lkp w 101 pattern (fliegerkopfhaube fuer winter), the standard winter headgear issued to fighter, bomber, and transport aircrews flying unpressurized aircraft at high altitude. no individual named recipient, squadron, or unit association has been documented for this example; its story rests in the surviving factory label and construction details rather than in a published biography or citation. the lkp w 101 was engineered to combat the extreme cold encountered by german aircrew operating in open or poorly heated cockpits at altitude across every theater of the war, from the eastern front to the skies over western europe. lined internally with dense sheepskin and shearling fur, the helmet was cut to seal tightly around the head and ears while leaving clearance for goggles and an oxygen mask. the helmet presents in dark brown pebble-grain leather with stitched crown panels and rigid, leather-covered earcups intact on both sides. a woven cloth adjustment strap crosses the back of the crown between two leather button tabs, each retaining its original button and leather-covered toggle. leather chin straps with a blackened metal buckle on one side descend from the earcups, one strap terminating in a worn, pointed leather tip and the other retaining a length of lighter, perforated leather strapping. inside, the natural fur-and-shearling lining surrounds a stitched cloth label reading \"fl. kopfhaube gr., \" \"baumuster lkpw101,\" \"geraet-nr. 124-436a, \" \"werk-nr. ln 26618,\" and the manufacturer code \"hdc\"; the anf.z. field is unfilled. condition is good for an issued wartime flying helmet of this type. the leather shell shows scattered surface scuffing, moderate rub wear, and edge scuffing throughout, with notably heavier finish loss and lightening to the rigid earcups where the outer leather has thinned from repeated contact and handling, exposing lighter leather beneath in a distinct worn patch on the right earcup. the sheepskin and shearling lining remains well-preserved throughout the interior, retaining good color and loft, and the factory cloth label is fully intact and clearly legible. a solidly identified lkp w 101 winter flying helmet, its stamped geraet-nr. and legible factory label offering collectors a well-preserved example of the cold-weather headgear worn by german aircrew throughout the war."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"381","title":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe lkp w 101 winter flying helmet"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25973/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII Luftwaffe LKP W 101 winter flying helmet, a piece of German aviation headgear designed for cold weather. The helmet is crafted from dark brown leather with distinct ear flaps and an integrated strap with a buckle. Its robust construction and lining (partially visible) suggest its purpose in providing warmth and protection to pilots. The helmet appears to be in good vintage condition, showcasing the functional design of WWII-era German flight equipment.","soldPrice":275,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:50:54.100Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25973,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25974/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25974/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25974/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25974/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25974/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25974/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"offered here are original world war ii german luftwaffe flight goggles manufactured by nitsche & guenther of rathenow, germany, a distinguished wartime optical manufacturer known by the trade designation \"nigura.\" this example follows the distinctive flieger-splitterschutzbrille pattern utilized by german aircrew, featuring molded black frames, large clear oval lenses, and the original adjustable woven head strap with metal fittings. these goggles demonstrate an unmistakable wartime aesthetic, displaying age and service wear consistent with period use. the lenses exhibit light surface marks, while the frame shows minor wear and the strap hardware retains an authentic, aged patina. this clear-lens configuration is highly sought after by luftwaffe flight-equipment collectors for its complete and original state. headquartered in rathenow, nitsche & guenther was a key contributor to germany's optical-manufacturing industry, supplying essential military eyewear throughout the second world war. this pattern was specifically engineered to provide luftwaffe personnel with reliable protection against wind, debris, and cockpit hazards while maintaining a compact profile for use with standard flight helmets. this is a scarce and visually striking piece of original luftwaffe aviation equipment."},"estimateMax":1200,"lotNumber":"382","title":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe nigura flight goggles"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25974/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a pair of WWII German Luftwaffe Nigura flight goggles. These are a type of aviator's protective eyewear, characteristic of military aviation gear from the World War II era. They feature a black frame with clear lenses and an adjustable tan fabric strap, designed for secure fit during flight. The design is utilitarian, emphasizing functionality for pilots or aircrew.","soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:51:41.899Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$600 - $1,200","currency":"USD","id":25974,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25975/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25975/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25975/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25975/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25975/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25975/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25975/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25975/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25975/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25975/020/020.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe netzkopfhaube summer flying helmet (lkp n 101), geraet-nr. 124-452.a-2, anforderungszeichen ln 26670, complete with siemens mi 4b throat microphones (ln 26779-2), ln 26602 earphone assemblies, wiring loom and four-pin fl 27560 bakelite connector plug. offered here is a well-preserved example of the lkp n 101 'netzkopfhaube, ' the mesh-crowned summer flying helmet issued to luftwaffe aircrews for warm-weather operations and hot single-seat fighter cockpits. this example retains its original sewn cloth manufacturer's tag, clearly stamped 'netzkopfhaube gr., ' with the baumuster designation lkp n 101, geraet-nr. 124-452.a-2, and anforderungszeichen ln 26670, together with its full complement of communications hardware - a combination that places it among the more complete surviving examples of the pattern. no individual named history accompanies the helmet; its story rests entirely in its markings, construction, and place within luftwaffe flight equipment development, as no separate published biography has been located. introduced into service around 1941, the netzkopfhaube addressed a practical problem faced by luftwaffe fighter pilots: the standard winter leather helmet (lkp w 101) proved stifling in the enclosed, sun-baked cockpits of aircraft such as the bf 109 and fw 190, particularly during summer campaigns and high-heat operations. manufactured under wartime ordnance code by a firm associated with siemens' aviation-equipment production, the type combined an open cotton-rayon mesh crown allowing airflow across the scalp with substantial leather ear cups retaining the pilot's radio receivers. because the mesh crown alone could not anchor the helmet securely to the head, retention depended on the leather throat-microphone strap running beneath the chin and the three-point harness of the accompanying oxygen mask - an unusual design solution reflecting the priorities of luftwaffe aircrew comfort under combat conditions. the helmet's brown open-weave mesh crown is intact throughout, without major tears, bordered by a dark leather forehead band and twill reinforcing strips at the rear. the two black leather ear cups show honest edge scuffing, mottled surface cracking, and handling wear consistent with genuine flight use; each is stamped ln 26602 and retains its earphone housing beneath worn chamois-style padding, which itself shows mild soiling and age-toned patination. the rear neck band, pieced in mesh and twill, exhibits slight fraying near the grommets and stitching. a siemens mi 4b throat microphone assembly, stamped ln 26779-2, remains fitted to the leather chin strap, wiring through to the black molded bakelite four-pin fl 27560 connector plug at the cable's end, the components free of major fractures or breaks. the interior cloth identification tag remains fully legible, with a light reddish ink stain visible near its top edge. a genuine, fully wired example of a scarce luftwaffe summer flying helmet, its clearly marked manufacturer's tag and complete communications gear making it a strong candidate for the advanced collector of german aviation equipment."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"383","title":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe lkp n 101 summer \"mesh\" flying helmet"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25975/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War II German Luftwaffe Lkp N 101 summer \"mesh\" flying helmet. It is a piece of military aviation headgear from the WWII period. The helmet is primarily constructed with a dark brown mesh fabric for ventilation, indicative of a summer model, and features leather earcups housing integrated headphones. A chin strap is also visible, and wiring extends from the earcups. This specific model is designed for German aircrews during warmer conditions.","soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:52:35.744Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25975,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25976/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25976/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25976/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25976/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25976/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25976/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25976/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25976/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25976/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25976/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25976/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25976/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25976/013/013.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe seat-type parachute pack tray, baumuster 30 is 24 b sa (fl. 30231), with accompanying fallschirm-pruefschein logbook werk-nr. 2019343 ink-stamped to e-stelle rechlin. offered here is a luftwaffe seat-pack parachute tray of the 30 is 24 b sa pattern, the standard sitzfallschirm carried by single-seat fighter and dive-bomber pilots flying aircraft fitted with bucket-type cockpit seats - the bf 109, fw 190, and ju 87 among them. the pack's sewn fabric label identifies the geraet as sitzfallschirm, baumuster 30 is 24 b sa, anforderz. fl. 30231, though its handwritten werk-nr. and hersteller fields were left blank at issue. accompanying the pack is its original blue cardstock fallschirm-pruefschein, recording werk-nr. 2019343 and bearing an ink stamp for e-stelle rechlin, the luftwaffe's principal flight-test and technical proving establishment - a marking that elevates this beyond a standard front-line survivor into a documented piece of luftwaffe research equipment. the 30 is 24 series was developed from the pre-war irvin-pattern seat parachute under license and became the backbone of luftwaffe emergency egress equipment, prized for its compact profile suited to the confined cockpits of single-seat fighters and dive-bombers. rechlin, on the mueritz lake in mecklenburg, served from the 1930s as the luftwaffe's foremost proving ground for aircraft, engines, weapons, and personal flight equipment, and gear documented there carries a markedly higher research pedigree than ordinary squadron issue. the pruefschein's waffenamt acceptance stamp is dated 14 july 1943, with the weight recorded as 10.5 kg and maximum service speed listed as 400 km/h. subsequent handwritten packing entries continue in regular sequence through 1944 - dated 16 august, 23 september, 3 november, and into the following year at 22 february, 23 march, 2 may, and 6 june 1944 - each countersigned by a packer and stamped with official verification."},"estimateMax":1200,"lotNumber":"384","title":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe seat-type parachute pack w/ log"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25976/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII Luftwaffe seat-type parachute pack, accompanied by a log. This is a piece of German military aviation equipment from the World War II era, designed to be sat upon by a pilot or aircrew member. The pack is made of olive-green canvas-like material, featuring straps and closures, with a label displaying German text, likely indicating manufacturing or inspection details from the log.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.193Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$600 - $1,200","currency":"USD","id":25976,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25977/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25977/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25977/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25977/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25977/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25977/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25977/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25977/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25977/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe brustfallschirm (chest parachute) pack, baumuster 30 ii s 24 b, geraet-nr. 10-3 d-1, anforderungszeichen fl. 30210, complete with its matching numbered fallschirm-pruefschein inspection booklet this lot presents a well-preserved german luftwaffe chest-type emergency parachute pack together with its original service inspection booklet, the two pieces tied by a matching werk-nr. 1060857 recorded both on the sewn cloth specification label inside the pack and on the printed pruefschein itself. the pack is identified by type as a brustfallschirm, baumuster 30 ii s 24 b, geraet-nr. 10-3 d-1, anforderungszeichen fl. 30210 - nomenclature consistent with wartime luftwaffe procurement designations for chest-worn reserve parachutes. the brustfallschirm was developed for aircrew whose duties or confined working positions made a bulky seat-type parachute impractical - bomber observers, radio operators, gunners, and reconnaissance or transport crew who required freedom of movement at their stations. rather than being worn continuously, the pack was stowed within reach and clipped onto the wearer's chest-mounted harness d-rings via snap hooks only in the event of an emergency bailout, the ripcord then deploying the canopy independent of the body harness. the pruefschein documents a genuine working service history through the war's final year: a unit inspection stamp bearing the luftwaffe eagle-and-swastika device is dated 31 august 1944, while the facing packing log records inspections and repacking on 10 october, 14 november, and 19 december 1944, each countersigned by a pruefer named heinhauer and annotated with official acceptance signatures."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"385","title":{"en":"rare luftwaffe fl.30210 chest pack & pruefschein"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25977/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a rare Luftwaffe Fl.30210 chest pack, complete with a Pruefschein. This is a piece of WWII German military aviation equipment, specifically a parachute chest pack, designed to be worn on the front of the body. Constructed from olive-green canvas, it features multiple straps, a metal D-ring handle for deployment, and a fabric label with German text, likely the Pruefschein or inspection certificate.","soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:55:52.034Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$800 - $1,500","currency":"USD","id":25977,"estimateMin":800},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25978/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25978/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25978/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25978/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25978/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25978/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25978/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25978/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25978/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25978/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25978/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25978/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25978/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25978/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25978/015/015.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe high-altitude winter flying trousers ('kanalhosen'/channel pants), shearling-lined, with 'zipp'-marked fasteners, 'prym' press-studs, original rigging cords and fragile factory tag marked braunke, osorkow, circa 1941-1944 offered is a well-preserved example of the heavy winter flying trousers issued to luftwaffe aircrew for high-altitude operations over the english channel and the wider european and eastern front theaters - the garment universally known to collectors as kanalhosen, or channel pants. no individual recipient is identified with this example, and no separate published biography accompanies it; the story of its service rests in its construction, hardware markings, and the fragile paper slip tucked within a thigh pocket, printed with the article description 'pelzweste aus gef. kanin m. halsloch- und armbesatz mit bandeinfassung' and the stamped notation 'braunke, osorkow.' because that printed article line describes a fur-collared vest rather than trousers, the slip likely traveled with this garment through wartime depot or veteran handling rather than serving as a direct maker's label, and it should be read with appropriate caution as an artifact of production paperwork rather than firm proof of manufacture. developed to counter the extreme cold encountered by bomber, reconnaissance, and fighter crews flying at altitude, these unheated trousers relied entirely on natural insulation, engineered for the brutal realities of high-altitude flight in the years before electrically wired suits became standard. worn layered over uniform trousers and tucked into flight boots via long lower-leg zip closures, they allowed rapid donning in cramped cockpits and crew stations. the large thigh pockets, each fitted with a coiled cord and metal clip on a leather tab, speak directly to the practical hazards of the job - gear kept close at hand, secured against the violent motion of flight or a bailout over freezing terrain. such sets are documented in period luftwaffe quartermaster and clothing-depot records as standard cold-weather flying kit distributed to crews flying the channel front and, as the war widened, across the eastern front as well. constructed of a durable slate-grey/brown cotton-twill shell, the trousers are fully lined in thick, dark-brown sheepskin shearling that remains dense, full, and supple with only minimal loss. the high waistband closes with molded blue-grey bakelite buttons alongside functioning press-stud snaps, and retains adjustable webbing straps with metal slide buckles along with attached suspender-strap loops at the rear. both large thigh pockets close with leather-tabbed press studs and retain their original coiled rigging cords and metal snap-clip hardware in full; an additional rear hip pocket and a side utility pocket with a smaller zip closure are also present. the lower legs open via long metal slide fasteners stamped 'zipp' on the pull tabs, each retaining its original stitched leather tab; the teeth show light verdigris consistent with age but remain sound and functional. a faint ink stamp is visible on the interior waistband facing, though it is too indistinct to fully decipher. the fragile printed and hand-annotated paper slip, torn and incomplete but still bearing legible printed and ink fields, remains tucked into the pocket where photographed. condition throughout is very good for a piece of combat flight gear of this age and type: the twill shell shows only folding creases and light, even surface fading with no significant tears, rot, or fabric loss; the shearling lining is full and clean with minimal shedding; all hardware - buttons, snaps, buckles, and zippers - remains structurally complete and operative. the leather pull tabs show honest handling wear consistent with period use, and the paper slip is delicate, torn along its folds, and should be handled with care. a rare, exceptionally complete example of luftwaffe high-altitude winter flying kit, distinguished by its fully retained rigging cords, dense original shearling, and a fragile surviving depot slip that anchors it to wartime german production."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"386","title":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe shearling channel flight trousers"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25978/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item consists of WWII Luftwaffe shearling channel flight trousers. These are a pair of cold-weather military aviation trousers, typical of German air force gear from the World War II period. The trousers appear to be made of a thick, grey fabric, likely lined with shearling for warmth, featuring numerous pockets with leather closures, and full-length zippers on the legs for ease of donning over boots.","soldPrice":850,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:56:28.291Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,500","currency":"USD","id":25978,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25979/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25979/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25979/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25979/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25979/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25979/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe leather flying gauntlets by roch & co., berliner lederhandschuhfabrik, size 8 1/2, with depot acceptance stamps offered here is a matched pair of original world war ii german flying gauntlets, the long-cuffed leather gloves issued to luftwaffe pilots and flight crew for service in unheated, high-altitude cockpits. each glove carries an interior ink stamp for \"roch & co., berliner lederhandschuhfabrik\" of berlin, accompanied by additional boxed depot and acceptance stamps and a size designation of 8 1/2, all still legible on the tanned interior leather. no separate published history accompanies this pair; the identifying detail rests entirely in the maker's mark and the depot stamps preserved in the lining. gauntlet-style flying gloves of this pattern were standard cold-weather equipment for german airmen throughout the war, cut with an extended cuff to be drawn over the sleeve of a flight jacket or suit and cinched tight against the sub-zero air encountered in unpressurized aircraft at altitude. the same long-cuffed design, secured by dual adjustable strap-and-snap closures at the wrist and again higher on the forearm, was also favored by motorcycle dispatch riders (kradmelder) and other personnel exposed to wind and weather in open vehicles. firms such as roch & co. operated within the network of german leather-goods manufacturers contracted to supply standardized gloves under wartime military procurement, and surviving examples bearing intact maker and depot stamps are valued by collectors for the verifiable manufacturing detail they preserve, even absent a named recipient. each glove is fashioned in black-dyed leather that has taken on a warm brown patina at the reverse and interior surfaces where the dye has worn to reveal the natural hide. the long, flared gauntlet cuff on each glove is fitted with a leather adjustment strap secured by a steel d-ring and a domed snap button, allowing the wearer to draw the cuff snugly at both the wrist and the forearm. the interior of one cuff bears the cursive ink stamp \"roch & co. / berliner lederhandschuhfabrik, \" flanked by a boxed size stamp reading \"8 1/2\" and further boxed depot or acceptance stamps in gothic lettering, not fully decipherable in the photographs but consistent in style with wartime german military markings. the leather remains supple overall, showing typical surface creasing, scuffing, and a settled patina concentrated along the cuffs, seams, and knuckle folds consistent with age and genuine flight or field use. the metal d-ring and snap hardware is intact and functional on both gloves, with light oxidation, and the maker's inscription and size marking remain clearly legible despite the wear to the surrounding leather. a well-marked and visually striking pair, tying the practical form of wartime luftwaffe flying gauntlets directly to a named berlin glove manufacturer through clear surviving interior stamps."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"387","title":{"en":"rare wwii luftwaffe roch & co. flight gauntlets"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25979/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a pair of rare WWII Luftwaffe Roch & Co. flight gauntlets. These are military aviation gloves, specifically long-cuffed gauntlets, used by German airmen during World War II. Made of dark, likely leather, material, they feature wrist straps with metal buckles and reinforced areas on the cuffs with snap closures, designed to provide warmth and protection in flight.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:57:40.400Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25979,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25980/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25980/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25980/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25980/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25980/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25980/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25980/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25980/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25980/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25980/010/010.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe k so/34 sommerfliegerkombi, second-pattern summer flight suit with luco 7 zippers and emergency-release chest opening offered here is an original world war ii luftwaffe k so/34 one-piece summer flying suit, the second-pattern variant readily identified by its diagonal quick-release chest opening and vertical fly. this lightweight, unlined coverall was standard-issue outerwear for german aircrew flying in warm-weather conditions; no individual recipient or unit provenance accompanies this example, but the garment is fully identifiable by pattern, construction, and hardware consistent with wartime luftwaffe procurement. introduced in the mid-1930s as the fliegerschutzanzug fuer sommer (kombination) k so/34, this suit was designed to be worn over the standard service uniform, providing a protective, easily donned layer for bomber, reconnaissance, and transport crews throughout the war - branches of the luftwaffe that, unlike single-seat fighter units transitioning to two-piece suits by 1940-41, continued relying on the one-piece pattern well into the later war years. the defining feature of the second pattern is its emergency egress system: a diagonal lacing cord, secured beneath a leather-tabbed flap running across the chest and anchored by a small chain-link assembly, allowing a wounded or downed airman to tear the suit open rapidly in the event of a water landing or crash without fumbling for a zipper pull. this safety refinement reflects the luftwaffe's ongoing attention to aircrew survival equipment as operational losses mounted on multiple fronts. the suit is constructed of the characteristic mottled, salt-and-pepper cotton canvas, cut as a one-piece coverall with a broad fold-down collar and articulated shoulders. zippers throughout - the diagonal front torso closure, both thigh vents, the lower leg openings, and the cuffs - are stamped luco 7 on their pulls, each fitted with brown leather tabs; the vertical fly closes with its own separate zipper. the diagonal chest opening retains its leather storm flap, twin snap closures, and the internal chain-link emergency-release cord beneath it. a leather collar tab with dual snaps secures the throat closure, and prym-style snap fasteners appear at the collar and cuffs, several showing light verdigris consistent with age. a neatly executed stitched darn is visible on the lower body fabric, evidence of a period or early collector repair rather than a manufacturing feature. condition is good for a wartime working garment: the canvas shows honest creasing, light overall fading, and scattered spot soiling consistent with field use and storage, while the metal hardware retains sound mechanical function with only localized surface patina. the leather collar tab and chest flap remain supple and intact, and the zippers examined move along their tracks without obstruction. a solid, characterful example of the increasingly scarce k so/34 second pattern, its luco-marked hardware and intact emergency-release mechanism offering collectors a tangible piece of luftwaffe aircrew survival engineering."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"388","title":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe k so/34 2nd pattern flight suit"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25980/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII Luftwaffe K SO/34 2nd pattern flight suit. This is a full-body military aviation garment, characteristic of German air force attire from World War II. The suit is made of a greyish-green fabric, featuring multiple zippers on the front, legs, and sleeves, indicative of a functional design for pilots or aircrew. The collar is open with a buttoned placket, and there are pockets on the chest and thighs.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.195Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$600 - $1,000","currency":"USD","id":25980,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25981/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25981/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25981/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25981/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25981/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25981/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25981/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"luftwaffe lkp s 101 'fliegerkopfhaube sommer' summer flying helmet by siemens-apparate u. maschinen g.m.b.h., geraet-nr. 124-436b, anf. z. ln 26617, complete with earphones, dual throat microphones, wiring harness and four-pole breakaway connecting plug. offered here is a fully fitted german luftwaffe lkp s 101 summer flying helmet, the standard lightweight warm-weather headgear issued to fighter pilots and aircrew throughout the war. retaining its avionics suite - twin kehlkopfmikrofon throat microphones, cushioned earphone receivers, connecting harness, and a black bakelite four-pole breakaway plug - this example presents essentially as it left luftwaffe stores, ready to be wired directly into an aircraft's onboard intercom and radio circuit. no separate published biography or unit attribution accompanies the piece; its story is told entirely through the maker's label and inspection markings sewn into the crown. introduced before the outbreak of hostilities as a breathable alternative to the shearling-lined lkp w 101 winter pattern, the lkp s 101 was constructed of a tan flecked cotton-linen shell over a smooth satin/rayon lining, intended for use in the cockpit during warmer months or in temperate theaters where the bulkier winter helmet was unnecessary. siemens, already a principal contractor for german aviation electronics, engineered the integrated throat-microphone and earphone assembly to interface with the luftwaffe's standardized onboard intercom and radio sets, allowing pilots to communicate with crew and ground control without removing the helmet - a small but telling piece of engineering that reflects the increasing technical sophistication of german aircrew equipment as the war progressed. the crown carries a clear, fully legible woven label reading fl. kopfhaube gr., baumuster lkp s 101, geraet-nr. 124-436b, anf. z. ln 26617, and hersteller siemens-apparate u. maschinen g.m.b.h., overstamped with a faded red ink inspection mark. the hard-molded black leather ear covers retain their fleece-cushioned surrounds, each housing an earphone unit visible beneath the sheepskin padding, with a rear web adjustment strap and nickel-finish buckle at the crown. the leather chin straps and harness remain supple, with buckle hardware present at the chin closure, and the paired throat-microphone elements sit on their own leather strap with attached wiring. the rubber-sheathed wiring harness runs from the earcups and microphones to a junction and terminates in the black bakelite four-pole breakaway connector, its housing and contacts showing only light service wear. the outer cloth shell displays light, even age toning and minor surface soiling consistent with storage and limited period use, with no significant tears or losses to the fabric. the satin lining shows expected handling wear and some discoloration but remains sound, the fleece ear surrounds are full and intact, and the wiring insulation, while supple, exhibits only minor surface crazing typical of vintage rubber compounds; electrical function has not been tested. a well-preserved and complete siemens-made lkp s 101 summer flying helmet, its avionics intact and its maker's label crisply legible - an increasingly hard-to-find example of genuine luftwaffe aircrew flight equipment."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"389","title":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe siemens lkp s 101 flying helmet"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25981/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII Luftwaffe Siemens LKP S 101 flying helmet. This is a piece of German military aviation headgear from the World War II era. The helmet features a brown fabric cap with dark leather ear cups, suggesting integrated communication equipment. It includes a leather chin strap, adjustment straps on the sides, and an attached electrical cord with a multi-pin connector, indicating its function as a communication helmet.","soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T22:59:04.299Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25981,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/020/020.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/021/021.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/022/022.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/023/023.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/024/024.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/025/025.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/026/026.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/027/027.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/028/028.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/029/029.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/030/030.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/031/031.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/032/032.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25982/033/033.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe summer flight jacket (kanaljacke), blue-grey cotton twill, maker-labeled bekleidungsfabrik habell, crailsheim, wuerttemberg, dated baujahr 1944 offered here is an original world war ii german luftwaffe summer flight jacket of the type collectors call the kanaljacke, or channel jacket, cut in lightweight blue-grey cotton twill for aircrew flying in warmer conditions over the channel, north sea and mediterranean theaters. the garment retains its intact maker label sewn into the interior neck, identifying production by bekleidungsfabrik habell of crailsheim in wuerttemberg, with a baujahr date reading 194 and a final digit that is only partly legible in the photographs but is consistent with 1944, placing manufacture in the closing years of luftwaffe aircrew clothing production. no individual recipient or unit association has been identified on the jacket, and no separate published biography exists for it; its story rests entirely in its construction, maker's label and surviving hardware. the kanaljacke was developed as a lighter-weight alternative to the heavier shearling-lined winter fliegerjacke, giving aircrew freedom of movement in a cramped cockpit while still allowing flotation gear, parachute harness and oxygen equipment to be worn over it during operational sorties flown against britain and over coastal waters. the features built into this jacket speak directly to that role: a storm-closure collar reinforced with the characteristic zigzag topstitching seen on luftwaffe flying garments, elasticated inner cuffs intended to seal against the slipstream, and a stitched leather chest tab sized to secure an oxygen mask hose or radio cable clear of the pilot's hands in flight. the ribbed knit waistband, a hallmark of the pattern, let the jacket be worn tucked beneath a harness without riding up. genuine examples of this type saw service through the declining years of the war as the luftwaffe drew on dwindling textile stocks, and surviving jackets with fully legible maker labels are increasingly scarce on today's collector market. the jacket is constructed of blue-grey cotton twill with a natural tan linen-blend body lining, the sleeves lined in a contrasting brown fabric with elasticated gathered cuffs. two dark composition buttons are set at the collar alongside a period snap fastener, the snap showing honest surface patina and light finish loss consistent with age and handling. the knit waistband retains its ribbing and reasonable elasticity, and the habell label at the interior neck remains fully intact and legible apart from the partially obscured final digit of the date. the stitched leather chest tab for the oxygen hose or cable is present and sound, with its topstitched outline still crisp. the front closure has been fitted with a replacement brass coil-and-tooth zipper, its modern machine topstitching and frayed tape edges clearly distinguishable from the original period construction along the seam. condition throughout is fair to good for a wartime working garment: moderate overall fading and edge rubbing to the twill shell, scattered loose threads along interior seams, and light general wear consistent with genuine service use rather than parade storage. the interior lining shows expected age toning, and the snap fasteners display minor paint loss. a genuine, maker-labeled 1944 luftwaffe summer flight jacket whose habell tag and kanaljacke construction anchor it firmly to late-war aircrew production, offered as an honest study example despite its later zipper replacement."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"390","title":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe summer channel flight jacket"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25982/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War II Luftwaffe summer channel flight jacket. It is a vintage military garment, likely from the 1940s, made of a dark-colored fabric, possibly cotton or a blend, suitable for summer wear. The jacket features a front zipper closure, a collar, and ribbed cuffs and waistband. It also includes functional details like a small flap pocket on the left chest and a distinct zipper pull.","soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:00:01.914Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$600 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25982,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25983/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25983/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25983/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25983/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25983/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25983/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25983/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25983/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german model 306 fliegerschutzbrille / windschutzbrille flight goggles with original tin case, cloth pouch, and two spare clear lenses. offered here is a cased model 306 protective goggle set of the type issued widely across the german armed forces during the second world war, retaining its lacquered tin storage case, cloth carrying pouch, and a pair of loose curved clear replacement lenses. no individual recipient can be identified from the surviving markings, and no separate biography has been located; the history of this example rests on its type and issue pattern rather than a documented personal narrative. goggles of this pattern, known in german service parlance as fliegerschutzbrille or windschutzbrille, were among the most widely distributed protective eyewear issued to luftwaffe aircrew flying in open or poorly sealed cockpits, and the same folding, low-profile design saw extensive parallel service among wehrmacht motorcycle dispatch riders (kradmelder) exposed to wind, dust, and airborne debris. wagener has been suggested as a possible maker of the type, though no maker's mark can be confirmed from the photographs, and the attribution should be regarded as tentative. the dual-lens system - dark tinted glass for daylight glare and interchangeable clear lenses for low-light conditions - reflects the practical, multi-role engineering characteristic of german military optical equipment of the period, while the compact enameled tin allowed the whole set to be carried easily in a pocket or kit bag. the goggles feature curved, teardrop-shaped dark tinted lenses set into painted aluminum frames with perforated ventilation along the sides and a hinged central bridge; the frames retain much of their original field-grey finish, with edge wear and scattered paint loss consistent with period handling. the rubber eye-contact cushioning surrounding each lens shows the brittleness, cracking, and surface flaking typical of aged synthetic rubber of this era, most pronounced along the contact rim. an adjustable cloth-covered elastic strap remains attached at both sides with its original buckle hardware, though the elastic has lost much of its original tension through age. the lacquered metal storage tin retains its interior divisions, with light oxidation to the surfaces and faint, rubbed dark marks inside that may represent the remnants of an old ink stamp, though these cannot be read as a legible maker's mark from the photographs. accompanying the goggles is the original grey cloth storage pouch, showing handling wear, and two loose curved clear replacement lenses, which appear intact and free of cracks or chips with only light surface wear. the installed tinted lenses remain intact with minor surface marks and light scratching. overall the set presents in fair to good vintage condition, honest and unrestored, with wear commensurate with age and service use throughout. a well-preserved and complete model 306 set - goggles, spare lenses, pouch, and purpose-made tin together - offering a tangible link to the everyday protective equipment of german wartime aircrew and dispatch riders."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"391","title":{"en":"wwii german model 306 flight goggles, cased set"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25983/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a cased set of WWII German Model 306 flight goggles. This is a complete military aviation eyewear set from the World War II era, including the goggles, a metal case, and a fabric pouch. The goggles themselves feature dark tinted lenses within grey padded frames and an olive-green fabric strap. The set includes additional clear replacement lenses, indicating their practical use in varying light conditions.","soldPrice":225,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:00:34.933Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25983,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25984/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25984/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25984/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25984/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german officer's private-purchase tall leather riding/service boots (reitstiefel / schaftstiefel), pair with wooden-pegged soles and woven herringbone pull-straps offered here is a pair of tall black leather boots consistent with the private-purchase footwear worn by commissioned officers of the german wehrmacht during the second world war. their high stiffened shafts, fitted ankles and internal woven pull-straps distinguish them at once from the heavier, hobnailed marschstiefel issued to enlisted ranks. no maker's mark, size stamp or named association is visible in the photographs, and no separate biography or unit history can be attached to this example; the attribution rests on construction, materials and pattern consistent with wartime german officer boots rather than any surviving documentation. german officers were long responsible for furnishing their own uniform items, including tall boots, a tradition that persisted even as the wehrmacht expanded rapidly through the late 1930s and into the war. boots of this cut served both mounted officers in the campaigns of the early war, when the horse still played a significant logistical and cavalry role, and staff and garrison officers later in the conflict, making them a practical necessity as well as a mark of an officer's private means, since quality varied with the bootmaker and price paid. such boots were worn across every theater in which the german officer corps served, and surviving pairs remain among the most tangible links to the everyday material culture of that officer class. each boot is fashioned from black leather with a tall shaft designed to sit below the knee, the leather showing the natural creasing, breaking-in and give of genuine wear. the interior of each shaft retains a woven cotton pull-strap in a herringbone twill weave, stitched at the heel seam to assist the wearer in donning the boot, with fraying and loss visible at the tab ends. the soles are leather, edged around the perimeter with rows of small wooden pegs (holznaegel) rather than hobnails, with a metal toe plate fitted to the front of each sole, and the stacked leather heels show wear consistent with use on hard ground. the boots are offered as a pair. condition is fair to good and consistent with genuine period use: the black leather shows surface creasing, scuffing and minor finish loss around the ankles and shafts while retaining overall suppleness; the soles show moderate ground wear with the wooden pegging intact along the edges and the toe plates present; and the interior leather rim bindings show light wear alongside the fraying noted to the pull-tabs. a solid, honestly worn example of the tall leather boot every german officer was expected to provide for himself, its pegged soles and herringbone pull-tabs offering collectors a tangible link to the everyday equipment of wartime officer service."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"392","title":{"en":"wwii german officer tall leather boots, pair"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25984/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a pair of tall leather boots, identified as WWII German officer's footwear. The boots are made of dark leather, showing signs of wear consistent with their age and historical period. They feature a high shaft and appear to be in their original condition. 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The buckle is made of metal and features German text: 'GURTZEUG ABLEGEN: DREHEN, DANN DRÜCKEN!' (REMOVE HARNESS: TURN, THEN PUSH!). An arrow indicating the turning direction is also visible. This military artifact is a functional component from a World War II German Luftwaffe parachute harness.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.197Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25985,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25986/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25986/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25986/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25986/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25986/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25986/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25986/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"scarce wwii luftwaffe kapok schwimmweste 10-76 b-1. wwii german luftwaffe kapok-schwimmweste, geraet-nr. 10-76 b-1, anforderung fl. 30156 - ribbed canvas aircrew flotation vest with printed specification label. offered here is an original example of the luftwaffe's non-inflatable kapok flotation vest, identified by its sewn-in blue fabric label bearing the kapok-schwimmweste title, the geraet-nr. 10-76 b-1 pattern designation, and the anforderung fl. 30156 equipment code. unlike the pneumatic, co2-inflatable schwimmwesten of the 10-30 series associated with single-seat fighter pilots, this passive-buoyancy design relied entirely on natural kapok fiber packed into ribbed, tubular canvas compartments, with no rubber bladder or gas cartridge to fail. the werk-nr. serial stamped beneath the model designation is present but has faded with age and is no longer fully legible, as is typical of these printed labels. vests of this pattern were issued to luftwaffe transport, maritime patrol, and bomber crews operating over the north sea, the mediterranean, and the atlantic approaches, where extended over-water flight times made flotation equipment a practical necessity in the event of a ditching or bailout. the label's printed care instructions advise the user to avoid stacking the vests, to air-dry them, and to hang them in the sun whenever possible."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"394","title":{"en":"scarce wwii luftwaffe kapok schwimmweste 10-76"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25986/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This scarce item is a WWII Luftwaffe kapok 'Schwimmweste' (life vest), identified by the number 10-76. It is a flotation device composed of multiple buoyant kapok-filled segments, appearing in a light, possibly off-white, fabric. The design includes various straps and fasteners, typical of military flight gear from the World War II period. This life vest was likely used by German Luftwaffe aircrew.","soldPrice":1200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:02:47.960Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,000 - $3,000","currency":"USD","id":25986,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25987/018/018.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe sitzfallschirm model 30 i s 24 b-sa (fl 30231, werk-nr. 10 39463) seat parachute rig - harness with s a-schloss bauart autoflug quick-release box (fl 30232-1, werk-nr. 4072362) by dr. gettwart, berlin, seat pack, folded canopy silk, fallschirm-pruefschein logbook stamped 29 april 1944 with packing entries running into 1945, feldpost reference l 41118, and canvas carrying bag. offered here is a remarkably complete luftwaffe pilot seat-parachute assembly of the model 30 i s 24 b-sa type, factory-coded fl 30231, the standard seat pack issued to single-engine fighter and dive-bomber crews flying aircraft such as the bf 109, fw 190, and ju 87, whose bucket-style cockpit seats were purpose-molded to cradle this exact pack beneath the pilot. what distinguishes this example from the ordinary surviving specimen is the survival of its full documentary trail: the accompanying fallschirm-pruefschein booklet, printed with the deutsches reich luftwaffe eagle, first officially stamped 29 april 1944 (inspector code f349) and carrying a continuous chain of pencilled packing and inspection entries running from june 1944 through january 1945, together with a fallschirm-halter card bearing the feldpost unit reference l 41118. the sitzfallschirm 30 series traces its lineage to irvin parachute patents licensed to german manufacturers between the wars and produced domestically throughout the conflict, its four-point turn-and-press quick-release lock - the s a-schloss - allowing a pilot to shed the entire harness in a single motion during a bailout or ditching, a critical safety margin given the violent egress conditions typical of high-speed fighter combat over the contracting reich airspace of 1944-45. the lock box present here retains its engraved data plate fully legible, stamped bauart autoflug, geraet-nr. 10-10 c-1, werk-nr. 4072362, fl 30232-1, and hersteller dr. gettwart, berlin, with the release marked gesichert for the safed position - a feature that rarely survives intact on rigs broken up or heavily handled since the war. the rig comprises a padded webbing harness of woven cotton/flax construction with reinforced, riveted cross-strapping at the back pad, meeting at the aluminum quick-release box at the chest; the fabric seat-pack container, its stitched geraet/fallschirm identification label still sewn to the exterior though the handwritten particulars have faded illegible; the folded pale parachute canopy silk and its stitched rigging lines visible within the pack. the assembly shows honest wartime handling: the webbing displays age toning, light fraying at stitched tabs, and scattered dark soiling; the carrying bag bears heavy field grime and dark staining to its canvas panels; the pruefschein booklet is creased and toned but fully legible throughout its stamped and hand-annotated pages. a scarce, well-documented luftwaffe seat-parachute ensemble whose surviving pruefschein logbook and feldpost reference tie the hardware and silk directly to a continuous run of wartime inspections spanning april 1944 into 1945."},"estimateMax":5000,"lotNumber":"395","title":{"en":"rare wwii luftwaffe seatpack parachute rig"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25987/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This rare item is a WWII Luftwaffe seatpack parachute rig, displayed on a mannequin. The rig consists of a harness system for the torso made of light-colored webbing, and a substantial seatpack designed to hold the parachute. The fabric appears to be canvas or a similar heavy-duty textile, showing some discoloration consistent with age and use. This military aviation artifact is a complete parachute system from the World War II German Luftwaffe.","soldPrice":3200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:03:45.394Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$3,500 - $5,000","currency":"USD","id":25987,"estimateMin":3500},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25988/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25988/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25988/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe ak 39 2nd pattern armbandkompass, marked \"ak 39\" and \"fl 23235-1\" to the transparent reverse charting window, with attached leather wrist strap. offered here is an original world war ii luftwaffe wrist compass, the armbandkompass 1939 (ak 39), 2nd pattern, identified by the factory markings \"ak 39\" and the luftwaffe equipment specification number \"fl 23235-1\" printed to the clear underside window. no individual recipient or unit provenance accompanies this piece, and its documented history rests entirely in the standardized markings and pattern features characteristic of luftwaffe aircrew survival and navigation equipment of the period. developed for issue to luftwaffe pilots, aircrew, and fallschirmjaeger paratroopers, the ak 39 was designed as compact emergency navigation equipment, worn strapped over a flight jacket cuff or glove so that it remained accessible in the event of bailout, forced landing, or evasion behind enemy lines. the 2nd pattern, distinguished from the earlier solid-backed fl 23235 variant by its transparent underside aperture and inscribed alignment line, allowed an airman to lay the compass flat against an aeronautical chart and read a bearing directly through the case - a practical refinement that reflects the field-tested evolution of german aircrew equipment as the war progressed. compasses of this type were produced under contract by precision-instrument makers such as kadlec (instrumentenfabrik prag) and bousset, both pressed into luftwaffe supply chains, and surviving examples are most often recovered from downed aircraft sites, former luftwaffe stores, or veteran bring-back groupings. the compass retains its black synthetic (bakelite-type) housing with a ribbed outer bezel, the floating numbered dial bearing a red \"n\" and cardinal markings visible beneath a domed crystal, with a dark sighting line running across the face between two black triangular pointers. the reverse shows the pale transparent viewing window printed with \"ak 39\" and \"fl 23235-1\" and crossed by a red alignment line, allowing the bearing to be read directly against a chart. one leather wrist strap remains attached at the lugs via a fixed metal keeper, the strap showing surface crazing, creasing, and light losses to the leather finish consistent with age and service wear. condition is good and consistent with an operationally issued piece of this vintage: the housing is solid with no cracks noted to the main body, the dial has mellowed to a warm ivory tone with light handling wear, and the fluid chamber appears substantially preserved in the photographs, though its level and the compass's operating accuracy have not been tested. the crystal remains clear enough for the printed graduations and reverse markings to be read plainly. a well-marked and visually striking example of the improved 2nd-pattern luftwaffe wrist compass, its numbered chart-reading reverse a tangible reminder of the practical navigational ingenuity built into german aircrew survival gear."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"396","title":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe ak 39 wrist compass, fl 23235-1"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25988/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII Luftwaffe AK 39 wrist compass, bearing the identification FL 23235-1. The compass features a circular, luminous dial with cardinal directions and degree markings, encased in metal. It is attached to a black leather wrist strap, showing some wear. 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german luftwaffe model 10-6701-1 pilot's oxygen mask by auer-gesellschaft ag, marked 'bwz', complete with corrugated supply hose, two-point elasticized harness, and bayonet-style clothing clip. offered here is an original world war ii luftwaffe aircrew oxygen mask, model 10-6701-1, manufactured by auer-gesellschaft ag of berlin under the wartime ordnance code 'bwz'. the mask retains its molded black rubber facepiece, chamois lining, corrugated supply hose, and bayonet-style connector with attached clothing clip, and represents the improved two-point harness pattern that superseded the earlier, bulkier three-point 10-67 and hm-15 series masks. introduced as luftwaffe operations pushed increasingly into high altitude, the 10-6701 mask was engineered as a lighter, more ergonomic alternative for fighter pilots flying the bf 109 and fw 190, and for bomber crews enduring long sorties above 4,000 meters, where supplemental oxygen was essential to sustained consciousness and effectiveness. its two-point attachment system was purpose-built to mate with the stud fittings found on luftwaffe flight helmets such as the lkp n101 summer mesh pattern and the lkp w101 winter pattern, allowing quicker donning and a more secure, adjustable fit than the older three-point designs it replaced. auer-gesellschaft, one of germany's principal manufacturers of protective breathing apparatus for both military aviation and civil defense, produced these masks in volume through the mid-to-late war years, and surviving examples bearing the 'bwz' code remain consistently sought by collectors of luftwaffe flight equipment as tangible relics of the air war fought over western europe and beyond. the mask's molded black rubber facepiece bears the raised model designation '6701-1' on one side and the 'bwz' code stamped into the opposite housing, both clearly legible in the photographs. a chamois or leather lining follows the interior face-contact area, showing only light handling soil, with the exhalation valve assembly visible at the front of the facepiece. tan elasticized webbing straps form the two-point harness, retaining their metal adjustment slides and a functioning nickel-plated spring-clip quick-release fitting, with light fraying and expected loss of elasticity consistent with age. the black corrugated rubber supply hose remains intact and flexible, terminating in a brass and alloy bayonet-style connector stamped with the same 'bwz' code, to which the small hinged clothing clip remains attached, showing mild surface oxidation on the metal fittings. the straps are replacements the molded rubber facepiece has held its form well for its age, displaying good overall integrity without major cracking, crumbling, or catastrophic dry rot, though close inspection shows the natural fine surface creasing typical of wartime rubber compounds of this vintage. the webbing, hose, and connector all present as a matched, original set consistent with period luftwaffe production standards. a well-marked and structurally complete example of luftwaffe flight equipment whose surviving harness, hose, and clothing clip make its cockpit function and manufacturing origin immediately legible to the collector."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"397","title":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe 10-6701-1 bwz pilot oxygen mask"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25989/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII Luftwaffe 10-6701-1 BWZ pilot oxygen mask. The mask features a dark rubber or synthetic facepiece with an integrated corrugated breathing hose. It is secured by a system of tan canvas or webbing straps, which connect to what appears to be a leather flight helmet. This military aviation accessory was an essential piece of equipment for German Luftwaffe pilots during World War II.","soldPrice":1100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:05:22.910Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,000 - $3,000","currency":"USD","id":25989,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25990/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25990/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25990/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25990/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25990/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"original world war ii german aviation goggles of the luftwaffe windschutzbrille / fliegerschutzbrille family, closely corresponding to the model 295-type protective flying goggles issued to german aircrew during the second world war. the goggles feature olive-gray molded rubber eye surrounds fitted with individual oval metal lens frames, clear lenses, a simple articulated metal bridge, and an adjustable tan/olive elasticized head strap with period metal fittings. this style of protective eyewear was worn by luftwaffe pilots and aircrew to shield the eyes from wind, debris, and cockpit exposure during flight operations. german wartime flying goggles were manufactured in several related patterns by firms including carl zeiss, ernst leitz, o.w. wagener, philip m. winter, nitsche & guenther, and others. the present example exhibits age-appropriate wear, oxidation to the metal fittings, surface wear to the rubber components, and patina to the strap consistent with period use and storage. a scarce and visually distinctive example of original wwii german luftwaffe flight equipment."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"398","title":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe flight goggles"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25990/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item consists of WWII German Luftwaffe flight goggles. The goggles feature two oval-shaped clear lenses, set within a flexible, likely rubber or soft plastic, frame. A light-colored elastic strap, connected to the sides of the frame, would have been used to secure them around the head or over a helmet. These goggles were a standard piece of protective eyewear for German aircrews during World War II.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:05:54.649Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25990,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25991/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25991/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25991/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25991/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25991/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25991/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25991/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf type a-11 leather flying helmet with anb-h-1 receivers, type a-14 arctic demand oxygen mask by the ohio chemical & mfg. co. (bulbulian), and type b-7 tinted flying goggles offered here is a well-matched usaaf high-altitude flight headgear ensemble comprising a type a-11 leather intermediate flying helmet fitted with anb-h-1 receiver earcups, a type a-14 demand oxygen mask marked arctic for cold-weather operation, and a pair of type b-7 amber-tinted flying goggles. no individual recipient has been identified with this grouping and no separate published biography accompanies it; the story here rests in the equipment itself and the standardized official specifications under which it was issued, worn, and maintained by american airmen flying at altitude in the closing years of the war. adopted in august 1943, the a-11 replaced earlier summer and winter patterns as the standard intermediate-weight leather helmet for usaaf pilots and aircrew, chosen for its balance of insulation, comfort, and compatibility with headset and oxygen equipment. its rubberized earcups were engineered specifically to house anb-h-1 receiver units, allowing intercom and radio communication to be maintained at extreme altitude and sub-zero temperature. the type a-14 oxygen mask it accompanies was itself a landmark in aviation medicine: designed by dr. arthur bulbulian and manufactured for the army air forces by the ohio chemical & mfg. co., the a-14 corrected the freezing, fogging, and voice-transmission failures that had plagued earlier demand masks over europe and the pacific, and its arctic-rated rubber compound was formulated to remain pliable in the frigid, unpressurized environment of a heavy bomber cockpit at altitude. completing the set, type b-7 goggles with amber lenses were widely issued to cut glare and shield the eyes from intense high-altitude sunlight and windblast, together forming the personal life-support envelope of a bomber or fighter crewman flying missions over the eto or pto in 1943-1945. the a-11 helmet is constructed of brown leather with a chamois lining, its exterior stamped with the winged usaaf emblem and \"army air forces\" legend, faintly visible but legible, with a matching stencil impressed into the interior lining; a tan elastic chin strap and leather securing tab remain attached, and the anb-h-1 receiver housings, marked receiver anb-h-1 made in u.s.a. utah-chicago, are seated in the earcups with their internal wiring harness and cloth-covered lead intact, terminating in a two-prong plug. the a-14 mask is molded in olive-green rubber, impressed demand oxygen mask type a-14 medium, with a secondary maker's mark reading bulbulian, the ohio chemical & mfg. co., arctic, and retains its corrugated flexible supply hose, microphone cable and connector, and adjustable webbing harness with hardware clips. the b-7 goggles are stamped u.s.a.c. goggle type b-7 on the frame, fitted with amber lenses in a leather-cushioned metal frame, and joined by an elasticated fabric head strap. the leather shell of the helmet shows honest wear consistent with period use, including surface scuffing, minor flaking, and darkened patina, though the exterior and interior insignia stencils remain clearly discernible. the oxygen mask exhibits typical fine surface crazing to the rubber from age but no catastrophic splits, with the hose, wiring, and harness all intact. the goggles show expected oxidation to the metal frame, edge wear to the leather cushion, and some stretching and softening to the elastic strap, all consistent with decades-old rubberized components of this type. a solidly assembled, correctly matched usaaf flight headgear rig - a-11 helmet with wired anb-h-1 receivers, arctic-rated a-14 oxygen mask, and b-7 goggles - that together recreate the full high-altitude combat kit of an american airman over europe or the pacific."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"399","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf a-11 helmet, arctic a-14 o2 mask & b-7"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25991/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a WWII USAAF A-11 helmet, an Arctic A-14 oxygen mask, and a B-7. The ensemble is displayed on a mannequin head, comprising a brown leather flight helmet, a green oxygen mask with a corrugated hose and microphone cable, and a pair of goggles with amber-tinted lenses. This complete set represents typical U.S. Army Air Forces flight gear used by pilots and aircrew during World War II.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:07:13.005Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":25991,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25992/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25992/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25992/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25992/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25992/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25992/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe winter flight helmet & auer goggles. wwii german luftwaffe shearling-lined winter leather flight helmet, rb-nr. 0/0915/5232, size 55, paired with period auer-marked flight goggles offered here is a wartime luftwaffe winter flying helmet of the non-radio (ohne funkgeraet) pattern, retaining its interior woven rb-nr. label reading \"rb-nr. 0/0915/5232\" with an ink-stamped size 55, together with a set of auer-gesellschaft flight goggles of the type issued to german pilots, aircrew, and flak personnel throughout the conflict. no individual named history accompanies the grouping, and no separate published biography has been located; any attribution rests solely on the manufacturing markings present on the helmet lining and the maker's mark stamped into the goggles' upper brow pad. from late 1942 onward, the german reichsluftfahrtministerium required that private manufacturers supplying flight equipment be identified only by anonymous reichsbetriebsnummer (rb-nr.) codes rather than company names, a wartime security measure intended to obscure the industrial base supplying the luftwaffe from allied intelligence. helmets of this pattern, cut from pliable brown leather and lined in dense sheep shearling, were designed to protect aircrew against the punishing cold of high-altitude, unpressurized flight; the absence of wiring or headphone cutouts is consistent with a helmet intended for pilots or trainees not required to remain in constant radio contact, as distinct from the wired ft-geraet variants worn by bomber and multi-crew personnel. the accompanying goggles, bearing the mark of the berlin-based auer-gesellschaft, a firm well known for optical and protective equipment, were standard-pattern eye protection for luftwaffe flyers and ground-based flak crews alike, valued for their durable metal frames and cushioned surrounds suited to open-cockpit and high-altitude service. the helmet displays supple, richly grained brown leather with two forward-facing goggle-strap retainer loops, functional snap closures at the chin and crown, an olive fabric adjustment strap at the rear, and a fully intact sheep-shearling lining that remains soft and full throughout; the woven rb-nr. label with its hand-inked size 55 designation is clearly legible and undisturbed within the lining. the auer goggles feature pressed-metal frames, clear glass lenses free of visible cracks, an upper brow pad stamped \"auer, \" and an olive ribbed elastic headband that functions correctly and appears to be a stable period or early replacement; a leather chin strap with punched holes and a period buckle also survives on the helmet. condition on the goggles shows notable wear consistent with age and service: the lower rubberized face cushioning has deteriorated with heavy crumbling and material loss along the bottom rims, though the metal housings, lenses, and upper brow pad remain sound and stable. the helmet presents in very good, supple condition overall with light surface creasing typical of genuine wartime leather, discoloration in places to the shearling, and a fully legible interior label. a solid, display-ready grouping combining a clearly rb-nr.-marked non-wired luftwaffe winter flight helmet with maker-marked auer goggles, offering collectors an accessible and visually striking entry point into german aviation headgear of the second world war."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"400","title":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe winter flight helmet & auer"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25992/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII Luftwaffe winter flight helmet, complete with Auer goggles. The helmet is made of brown leather with visible stitching and ear flaps, likely lined with fur or shearling for warmth. A pair of silver-framed goggles with clear lenses is integrated into the helmet's design. This represents a complete piece of protective headgear for German Luftwaffe aircrew during winter conditions in World War II.","soldPrice":260,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:08:38.339Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":25992,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25993/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25993/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25993/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25993/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25993/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25993/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25993/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"usaaf a-11 menihan flight helmet & an-6530 goggles. wwii u.s. army air forces type a-11 intermediate flying helmet, size medium, manufactured by j.g. menihan corporation, order no. (33-038) 44-6558-af, paired with correct an-6530 flying goggles offered here is a well-matched pairing of the two most recognizable pieces of american aircrew headgear from the second world war: a leather type a-11 intermediate flying helmet and its companion an-6530 flying goggles. the helmet's interior label reads type a-11 / specification no. 3189 / size medium / stock no. 8300-396015 / order no. (33-038) 44-6558-af / j.g. menihan corporation / property a.f. - u.s. army, firmly dating manufacture to the 1944 fiscal-year procurement cycle. no individual recipient or unit assignment has been identified with this example, and no separate published biography exists; the story here rests with the equipment itself rather than any personal record. standardized in august 1943, the a-11 quickly became the definitive intermediate flying helmet of the usaaf, worn by fighter pilots and bomber crewmen alike across both the european and pacific theaters through the war's end. its capeskin shell was engineered for a snug, low-profile fit beneath oxygen masks and radio gear, while its molded rubber receiver cups were sized to accept the anb-h-1 earphones that kept aircrew in contact over the roar of engines at altitude. the accompanying an-6530 goggles, adopted jointly by the army and navy in 1943 as a strengthened successor to the earlier b-7 pattern, remained standard protective eyewear for american airmen for the balance of the conflict, prized for their tubular brow ventilation and adjustable fit over the bulk of a flying helmet. together, this helmet-and-goggle pairing represents the everyday working equipment of the american combat aviator, gear that would have accompanied countless missions flown from airfields across both theaters. the helmet displays a supple brown capeskin leather shell with light overall creasing consistent with genuine period handling, its chamois lining showing typical age toning and light soil from wear. three fabric and leather goggle-retention straps remain fitted at the crown, and the exterior bears a crisp, legible white aaf winged-star insignia stencil to the left side above the ear cup. the external black molded-rubber receiver cups are intact and free of significant dry rot or fragmentation, retaining their oxygen-mask snap studs along the lower edge, while the woven interior manufacturer's label remains clear and fully legible. the accompanying an-6530 goggles retain their nickel-plated metal frames, stamped a-n 6530 to the right lens surround, showing light surface oxidation; the tubular brow vents and clear, intact glass lenses are set within a one-piece leather face cushion, and the adjustable elastic cloth strap shows some darkening and rust staining consistent with age. condition throughout is very good for the type, with honest wear appropriate to genuine wartime manufacture. a handsome, display-ready pairing of a clearly marked and dated usaaf flying helmet with its correct period goggles, evoking the essential flight kit of the american airman in the closing years of the second world war."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"401","title":{"en":"usaaf a-11 menihan flight helmet & an-6530"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25993/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a USAAF A-11 Menihan flight helmet paired with AN-6530 goggles. The helmet is crafted from brown leather, featuring ear cutouts with grommets for communication equipment and an adjustable chin strap. The AN-6530 goggles have metal frames with clear lenses and a light-colored elastic strap, positioned over the helmet. This ensemble represents a classic American military pilot's flight gear from the World War II era.","soldPrice":250,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:09:23.170Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25993,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25994/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25994/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25994/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25994/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25994/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25994/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25994/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25994/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25994/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25994/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25994/011/011.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army air forces type an-h-15 summer flying helmet by bradley-goodrich, inc., size large (p.o. no. (33-038)44-6447-af), together with a pair of early 1930s u.s. navy issue flying goggles fitted with amber-tinted lenses. this lot presents a distinctive flying ensemble comprising an original an-h-15 khaki cloth summer flying helmet paired with a set of pre-war u.s. navy flight goggles. the story here rests in the specification markings, government contract data, and standardized design history of the equipment itself, which speaks directly to the evolution of flight gear used by american airmen. the an-h-15 was adopted in april 1943 under the joint army-navy standardization program as a lightweight summer cloth helmet designed to provide comfortable head protection and accommodate radio communication equipment."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"402","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf an-h-15 helmet & early usn goggles"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25994/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II era USAAF AN-H-15 flight helmet paired with early USN goggles. The helmet is a tan fabric or canvas material, featuring padded ear covers in black, and a chinstrap with a buckle. The accompanying goggles have a dark brown frame and amber-tinted lenses, secured by an elastic strap. This military aviation headgear is a notable example of WWII pilot equipment, showcasing its functional design and period materials.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:10:42.406Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25994,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25995/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25995/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25995/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25995/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25995/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25995/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25995/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25995/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25995/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army air forces type b-6 winter flying helmet with type an-6530 flying goggles, contract-dated circa 1942-1944. this lot presents an original, combat-period usaaf winter flying helmet and its companion flying goggles, a pattern issued broadly to bomber crews, fighter pilots, and gunners operating in unheated or partially heated aircraft compartments at altitude. the helmet's partial interior label reads \"type b-6 / drawing no. 42g6473 / af order no. 42-17988-p / property / air forces u.s. army, \" firmly placing its manufacture within the wartime contract system that equipped hundreds of thousands of american airmen, while the goggle bridge is clearly stamped \"a-n 6530.\" no individual name or unit marking is present, and no separate biography or service record accompanies the lot; the grouping stands as a representative example of standard-issue usaaf winter flying gear rather than an identified combination. standardized in 1942, the type b-6 helmet became one of the most recognizable pieces of american aircrew equipment of the second world war, its shearling-lined leather shell offering vital insulation in unpressurized cabins where temperatures at altitude routinely fell well below freezing across both the european and pacific theaters. the accompanying type an-6530 goggles, a joint army-navy standardized pattern introduced in 1943 to replace the earlier type b-7, were worn clipped to the helmet's retaining straps and issued widely to crews in the eto, pto, and cbi before being superseded later in the war by the single-lens type b-8. together, helmet and goggles formed the basic protective ensemble of the american airman, a combination immortalized in countless period photographs of bomber crews returning from missions over occupied europe and fighter pilots scrambling across island airstrips in the pacific. the helmet is constructed of dark brown leather with a cream shearling fleece lining, fitted with leather goggle-retaining straps closed by black snap fasteners, small metal receiver/wiring loop clips at the ears, and a leather chin strap closing through a japanned metal buckle with a shearling comfort pad. the goggles feature a nickel-plated hinged metal frame stamped \"a-n 6530\" at the bridge, two-piece glass lenses set in a leather-and-rubber face cushion, and a pale elasticized fabric head strap, shown fitted and clipped in place to the helmet's retaining loops. condition throughout is honest and combat-worn. the leather shell shows extensive surface scuffing, finish loss, flaking, and dryness along the seams and edges, with a trace of verdigris visible at one interior wiring clip; the shearling lining, though intact, displays moderate discoloration and matting consistent with age and genuine use. the webbed goggle strap and braided chin-strap cord show fraying, soiling, and loss of elasticity, and the goggles exhibit pitting and oxidized verdigris to the metal frame along with foxing and spotting to the lenses, with the rubberized face cushion cracked and hardened with age. an honest, well-matched example of the classic american flying helmet and goggle combination that equipped usaaf airmen across every theater of the second world war."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"403","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf type b-6 helmet & an-6530 goggles"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25995/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a World War II USAAF Type B-6 flight helmet and AN-6530 goggles. The helmet is crafted from dark brown leather with visible stitching and a cream-colored shearling lining around the ear flaps and edges. It includes a leather chinstrap with a buckle. The AN-6530 goggles feature a silver-toned metal frame with clear, somewhat obscured lenses, and an elastic strap for wear over the helmet. This military aviation ensemble represents authentic WWII flight gear.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:11:59.215Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25995,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25996/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25996/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25996/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25996/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25996/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25996/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25996/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25996/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"usaaf type a-8-b constant-flow aviator oxygen mask by land mfg. inc., dwg. no. 42g4764, p/no. 217, with mounted rebreather bladder and a separate supple new-old-stock reservoir bag offered here is a well-worn but complete example of the type a-8-b constant-flow oxygen mask, the twin-valve oronasal facepiece that equipped american airmen from the middle years of the second world war through the early cold war. its interest rests in its clearly identified type, its manufacturer's markings, and the broader operational history of the equipment it represents. standardized in 1940 as a refinement of earlier blb-pattern rebreather masks, the a-8 series equipped bomber, transport, and training crews flying at moderate altitudes, where the simplicity of a continuous-flow system outweighed its limitations. the improved a-8-b configuration, seen here, added twin lateral exhalation-valve housings flanking the nose bridge and a socket for a flight microphone, while retaining the thin attached rubber bag that allowed the wearer to conserve scarce bottled oxygen by rebreathing a portion of each exhaled breath. demand-flow masks such as the a-10 and a-14 gradually supplanted the a-8-b for high-altitude fighter and heavy bomber crews later in the war, the earlier design being prone to dangerous ice buildup at extreme altitude, yet the a-8-b remained in wide service for altitude training, transport flights, and hypobaric chamber work well into the 1950s. a surviving example such as this is therefore a tangible link to the everyday flight gear issued to thousands of aircrew. the green rubber oronasal facepiece remains soft and pliable, with clearly molded lettering reading 'mask, oxygen, type a-8-b / dwg. no. 42g4764 / land mfg. inc. p/no-217'. the harness straps consist of elastic webbing and brown leather buckled extension tabs with black metal quick-connect fasteners. the mounted rebreather bag displays age wear and surface crazing, and a separate, supple new old stock unperished rubber bladder is included."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"404","title":{"en":"usaaf type a-8b oxygen mask, land mfg. + nos bag"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25996/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a USAAF Type A-8B oxygen mask manufactured by Land Mfg., presented with a New Old Stock (NOS) bag. The oxygen mask is green, with black rubber components for the facepiece and connecting hoses. It features leather straps with metal buckles for securing it to the wearer. A coiled oxygen hose extends from the mask, along with a green rubber rebreather bag, characteristic of military aviation equipment from the period. The overall appearance suggests a well-preserved piece of historical flight gear.","soldPrice":650,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:13:38.925Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25996,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25997/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25997/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25997/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25997/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25997/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25997/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25997/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army air forces type a-8b constant-flow oxygen mask, complete with its rubber rebreather bladder in remarkable nos-like condition and a restored leather-and-elastic head harness. this lot offers a fine example of the type a-8b constant-flow oxygen mask, the standard breathing apparatus adopted by the u.s. army air forces in 1941 and produced in quantity through the war and into the immediate postwar years, primarily by ohio chemical & manufacturing company. the mask retains its olive-drab rubber facepiece with molded nose bridge, twin inlet/exhalation valve turrets, and black bakelite nose cap, together with its rubber rebreather bag, a component that perished or was discarded on the great majority of surviving examples and is only rarely encountered intact today. faint stamped lettering is visible on the rebreather bag itself, though worn and only partially legible in the photographs; it appears consistent with a wartime specification and inspection marking of the type typically found on this pattern of equipment, though it cannot be read with full confidence. the a-8b represented the culmination of a design lineage stretching back to the earlier a-8 and a-8a masks, refined to improve fit and gas delivery for bomber and fighter crews operating above 20,000 feet, where oxygen fed continuously through the supply hose while the reservoir bag stored a portion of the flow between breaths. although largely superseded in frontline heavy bomber operations by 1943 in favor of demand-flow types such as the a-10 and a-14, the constant-flow a-8b remained in active service throughout the war and after in transport aircraft, liaison squadrons, and high-altitude chamber training programs, where its simplicity and reliability continued to be valued long after it had left combat use. the mask body presents with the olive-drab facepiece exceptionally supple, its molded nose section, twin green valve housings with pale inserts, and black upper nose fitting all free of cracking or dry rot. a black connector joins the mask to the green branch tube, feeding into the long black rubber supply hose. the rebreather bag is shown separately in close-up, its formed neck and stem intact, the surface smooth and glossy with only light creasing and scattered fine surface marks consistent with age and gentle handling rather than deterioration. black elastic webbing, a black plastic buckle, and leather straps make up the replacement head harness, stitched and buckled to bring the assembly to secure, display-ready order. condition throughout is very good. the facepiece rubber remains soft and pliable with no perishing evident in the photographs; the valve inserts show light brown staining around their rims consistent with age; the leather harness straps show some edge wear and exposed suede backing at the tips, typical of replacement components fitted for stable display; the supply hoses remain flexible with no cracking noted. a well-preserved usaaf a-8b mask distinguished above all by its genuinely supple facepiece and its rare surviving rebreather bladder, together forming an unusually complete example of this constant-flow oxygen equipment."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"405","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf a-8b oxygen mask w/ nos bladder"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25997/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a WWII USAAF A-8B oxygen mask with a NOS (New Old Stock) bladder. The mask features an olive green facepiece, black rubber hoses, and tan leather straps with metal buckles for attachment. A coiled black rubber hose connects to a green rebreather bladder, which appears new. This authentic piece of military aviation equipment from World War II is designed for high-altitude flight, characterized by its functional form and materials suitable for oxygen delivery.","soldPrice":350,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:14:38.171Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":25997,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25998/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25998/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25998/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25998/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25998/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. navy / usmc naf 1092s summer cloth flight helmet, contract nxs-9677, by slote & klein, with fitted leather earphone housings for th-37 receiver elements offered here is an original world war ii-era u.s. navy and marine corps aviator's flight helmet of the naf 1092s pattern, manufactured under contract nxs-9677 by the firm of slote & klein. as with most surviving examples of this type, no individual pilot's name or squadron assignment can be tied to this particular helmet, and its story rests in the surviving contract markings and the documented service history of the pattern itself rather than in a published biography. the naval aircraft factory 1092 series was the standard-issue aviator's flight helmet supplied to navy and marine corps flight personnel throughout the second world war. while early and cold-weather pattern helmets were constructed of heavier leather lined with chamois for high-altitude and northern operations, the lightweight cotton twill \"summer\" variant offered here - denoted by the 's' suffix in its designation - was developed for warm-climate flying, seeing considerable use in pacific theater operations where tropical heat made the heavier leather helmets impractical. communications gear was built directly into the design: leather earphone housings at each ear were fitted to carry western electric/telephonics th-37 receiver elements, connected by a co-axial lead routed across the rear of the helmet beneath fabric retaining loops, allowing the wearer to remain in constant radio contact with his aircraft's intercom or command circuit through the roar of engine and slipstream noise. the shell is sewn from tan cotton twill in shaped panels with a bound face opening and elasticized rear skirt. covered leather earphone housings are fitted on both sides, with the black rubber-coated wiring harness visible looping across the crown between them; the housings retain their felt-lined cups intended to seat the th-37 elements, though the wiring has been truncated and electrical function has not been tested. a leather chin-cup strap descends from the lower edge, adjusting through a nickel-finish buckle, with the suede-textured cup itself showing honest handling wear. inside, the black woven contract label reads \"naf 1092s / cont. nxs-9677 / slote & klein, \" fully intact and clearly legible against the interior cloth. the tan fabric shows light surface handling and faint, even age-toning consistent with a helmet of this vintage, with no major tears evident; there is some minor fraying and loose threads around one ear housing where the leather meets the cloth shell. the leather chin cup and earphone housings exhibit slight age-related creasing but remain supple and structurally sound. overall the helmet presents in very good to excellent condition for an item of this type and age, retaining its full communications hardware rather than the stripped, unrigged examples more commonly seen on the market. a well-preserved, clearly contract-marked naf 1092s summer flying helmet that retains its fitted th-37 earphone housings and wiring, embodying the practical, communications-integrated equipment worn by navy and marine aviators across the pacific and atlantic theaters of world war ii."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"406","title":{"en":"wwii usn naf 1092s flight helmet, th-37 earphones"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25998/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II USN NAF 1092S flight helmet equipped with TH-37 earphones. The helmet is made of a tan fabric material, likely cotton or canvas, with visible stitching and a structured design for head protection. It features integrated, padded earphone housings in a matching tan color, with the TH-37 earphones clearly visible. A leather chinstrap with a metal buckle and a short extension is present. This piece of military aviation gear reflects the practical design of naval flight equipment from the WWII era.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:15:38.652Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":25998,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/25999/018/018.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii eto composite flight ensemble - air ministry-marked raf type c wired flying helmet (late pattern), usaaf type a-14 demand oxygen mask dated 12-44, and an-6530 flight goggles with cables and connectors offered here is a three-piece composite flying ensemble of the type worn by allied aviators over europe in the final year of the war: an internally wired british type c leather flying helmet bearing air ministry-marked receivers, paired with an american type a-14 demand oxygen mask molded \"12-44\" and a set of usaaf/usn type an-6530 flight goggles. no separate published biography accompanies this grouping; the story rests in the objects themselves - their markings, their construction, and the well-documented practice of mixed british-american flight kit they represent. the helmet's chamois lining carries the period ink initials \"d.h., \" the closest link to the airman who wore it, though his identity has not been traced through independent records. by 1943-44, american fighter and bomber crews flying with the 8th and 9th air forces out of england had developed a strong preference for the british type c helmet over the standard-issue a-11 cloth flying helmet. its close-fitting leather shell and integral chamois-covered ear cushions offered superior warmth and comfort at altitude, qualities prized during long escort missions and bombing runs conducted at 20,000 feet and above in unpressurized cockpits where temperatures routinely plunged well below freezing. american aviators readily adapted these british helmets to accept u.s. radio gear and oxygen equipment, fitting them with adaptors to pair air ministry-wired receivers with usaaf-pattern demand masks and goggles - a hybrid configuration now well recognized among collectors and historians of the late-war air campaign over the eto. the type c helmet presents a brown leather shell with cream-toned stitching, an internal wiring harness with cloth-covered leads terminating in period connectors, and receiver housings stamped with the crowned air ministry mark; the ink initials \"d.h.\" appear on the chamois lining alongside a partial ink notation. the olive-drab rubber a-14 mask is embossed \"demand oxygen mask, type a-14, medium\" along with \"property air force, u.s. army, spec. no. 3163, 12-44,\" and retains its original corrugated breathing hose, canvas webbing harness with metal buckles, and interior microphone and exhalation valve fittings. the goggles are stamped \"a-n 6530\" at the bridge, with nickel-plated metal frames, clear tinted lenses, a suede-faced foam eye cushion, and an elastic head strap secured by adjustable buckles. the ensemble presents in very good vintage condition throughout. the helmet leather remains supple with moderate surface creasing and handling wear consistent with age and use; the chamois lining and ear cushions show light soiling typical of a worn flying helmet. the a-14 mask rubber displays fine surface crazing and minor edge cracking along the harness attachment tabs, with the corrugated hose, straps, and internal fittings all remaining intact and functional in appearance. the goggle frames show light nickel patina, the lenses remain clear and undamaged, and the elastic strap shows some age-related slackening while the suede cushion remains clean and supple. a compelling and well-preserved composite allied flight ensemble, anchored by a dated a-14 mask and the unmistakable silhouette of the air ministry-marked type c helmet - tangible relics of the improvised, cross-allied kit that carried airmen through the punishing altitudes of the late-war air campaign over europe."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"407","title":{"en":"raf type c helmet, a-14 mask & an-6530 goggles"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/25999/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot comprises a RAF Type C helmet, an A-14 mask, and AN-6530 goggles, creating a complete military pilot's headgear assembly. The helmet is dark brown leather with a shearling trim, complementing the olive-green A-14 oxygen mask with its rubber construction and multiple straps. The AN-6530 goggles, featuring a silver-toned frame and clear lenses, are positioned over the mask. A coiled communication cord with connectors is also part of this authentic WWII-era Royal Air Force and USAAF aviation ensemble.","soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:17:24.020Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$600 - $1,000","currency":"USD","id":25999,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26000/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26000/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26000/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26000/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26000/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26000/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usaaf type a-8b constant-flow oxygen mask by ohio chemical & mfg. co., arctic patented valve housings, with original webbing-and-leather harness, corrugated supply hose, and an uninstalled nos replacement rebreather bladder. offered here is an original world war ii united states army air forces type a-8b constant-flow oronasal oxygen mask, manufactured by the ohio chemical & mfg. co. and embossed \"ohio chemical & mfg. co.\" and \"arctic patented\" to both side valve housings. the mask retains its original olive-green rubber facepiece, twin side-valve assemblies with sponge rubber moisture discs, elasticated webbing and leather harness with buckles and hook fittings, and its long corrugated rubber supply hose. as no separate service or personnel record accompanies the piece, its documented history rests in the surviving equipment itself rather than in any named-recipient provenance. standardized for usaaf service in 1940-1941, the a-8 and a-8b were the primary constant-flow oxygen masks issued to american bomber and fighter crews during the earliest high-altitude operations of the war, feeding oxygen continuously through side-mounted valves while a blb-type (boothby-lovelace-bulbulian) rebreathing bag slung beneath the chin conserved oxygen between breaths. at the extreme cold of high combat altitude, however, moisture from the aircrew's own breath frequently condensed and froze within the mask body and valve discs, a persistent operational hazard that led the army air forces to steadily replace the a-8b with demand-type masks such as the a-14 by 1943-1944. relatively few original a-8bs survive today with facepiece, harness, and hose intact, making this a scarce and evocative example of the transitional high-altitude flight equipment carried by american aircrews in the opening years of the air war. the olive-green rubber facepiece shows a pronounced molded nose bridge and central valve stem flanked by two circular side-valve housings, each bearing the maker and patent lettering with its sponge rubber moisture disc still fitted; the rubber itself remains notably soft and supple, free of the severe hardening or dry rot common to surviving examples. the corrugated rubber supply hose survives attached at the valve assembly, coiling to its full working length. the woven elasticated harness crosses the cheeks and secures behind the head, retaining its fittings, while the leather straps show their original adjustment holes, a buckle, and hook-style closure hardware. at the mask's lower stem, the originally fitted olive-drab rebreather bladder has torn away in ragged fragments around its connecting stem, a common failure point in aged rubber of this type. accompanying the mask is an intact, unissued new old stock reservoir bladder bag of the correct pattern, smooth-surfaced and uninstalled, ready to be fitted in place of the deteriorated original. condition throughout is honest and consistent with genuine period service use: the harness webbing shows light fraying and surface aging, the leather has cracking and edge wear, and the hose displays expected bends and surface oxidation, while the facepiece rubber and nos bladder both present remarkably well for their age. a tactile, maker-marked survivor of america's earliest high-altitude bombing campaigns, this ohio chemical a-8b assembly, complete with harness and its unused reservoir replacement, captures the transitional oxygen technology carried by usaaf crews before the demand-mask era rendered it obsolete."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"408","title":{"en":"scarce wwii usaaf a-8b oxygen mask, ohio chemical"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26000/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This scarce WWII USAAF A-8B oxygen mask, manufactured by Ohio Chemical, is a significant piece of military aviation equipment. The mask features a dark olive-green rubber facepiece with visible filter covers, accompanied by tan leather straps with metal buckles. A coiled black rubber oxygen hose is attached, along with a separate green rubber rebreather bag. This authentic item from World War II showcases the design and materials used for high-altitude oxygen supply for pilots.","soldPrice":450,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:18:28.271Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":26000,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26001/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26001/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26001/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26001/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26001/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army air forces type b-6 winter flying helmet, drawing no. 42g6431, a.f. order no. (535) 42-17982-p, size extra large, with period radio-clearance modification. this lot presents an original type b-6 shearling flying helmet as adopted by the usaaf in the early years of the second world war, standardized under drawing 42g6431 and produced against air force order (535) 42-17982-p, a contract number consistent with fiscal year 1942 procurement. the interior retains its woven specification label reading \"type b-6, drawing no. 42g6431, a.f. order no. (535) 42-17982[p], property air force u.s. army, \" together with a separate \"extra large\" size tag, confirming the helmet's issue-pattern origin. no separate named history accompanies the piece; the record here rests entirely on the surviving markings and the type's documented service. the b-6 was the standard cold-weather flying helmet of the usaaf through the middle war years, worn by aircrew in open cockpits, trainers, transports, and bombers operating at altitude in theaters where cold was as much an enemy as flak - the skies over the eto and the fog-bound aleutians chief among them. constructed of sheepskin/shearling with the wool turned inward for insulation, the type was eventually supplanted in standardization by the an-h-16 and later cloth intermediate helmets fitted with integral radio-receiver housings, but b-6 helmets remained in active service and private use well beyond their formal replacement, often modified in the field to accommodate updated headset equipment - a pattern reflected in this example. the helmet is constructed of dark brown leather-finished shearling with a wool fleece lining, raised leather piping seams to the crown, twin rear adjustment straps with button closures, a leather chin strap with buckle, and cloth goggle-retention ties at the rear. on the wearer's left ear area, a squared section of fleece has been removed and an aperture cut through the leather shell, a modification consistent with wartime or post-war adaptation for radio headphone clearance; the reverse of this cut-out shows a contrasting patch of lighter, unweathered hide. the exterior leather shows overall surface crazing, scuffing, and finish loss typical of long-used shearling flying gear, along with a small puncture to the rear right leather panel. the interior woven specification label and \"extra large\" size tag remain legible though frayed at the edges with some loss of stitching. chin strap and rear hardware remain intact and functional despite moderate wear throughout. an honest, well-marked example of the wartime b-6 winter flying helmet, its maker label and modification together telling the practical story of cold-weather aircrew gear adapted for continued service in the field."},"estimateMax":140,"lotNumber":"409","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf type b-6 shearling flying helmet, xl"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26001/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II USAAF Type B-6 shearling flying helmet, designated as extra-large (XL). The helmet is constructed from dark brown leather, exhibiting some signs of wear and a rich patina. It features a prominent cream-colored shearling fleece lining visible around the edges, providing warmth. The design includes stitched panels and a leather chinstrap, characteristic of pilot headgear from the WWII era. This piece of military aviation apparel is notable for its material and historical context.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:19:17.847Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$60 - $140","currency":"USD","id":26001,"estimateMin":60},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26002/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26002/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26002/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26002/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii t-30 throat mic pair: western electric & um c. wwii us army signal corps throat microphones - western electric t-30-q, marked 0179077, and universal microphone co. t-30, inglewood, california, circa 1942-1945 offered here is a pair of world war ii carbon throat microphones representing two of the principal contractors that supplied the us army signal corps during the conflict. each is a standard-pattern t-30-series device, worn snugly against the larynx and secured by an elastic neckband, allowing aircrew and vehicle crews to communicate over intercom and radio circuits despite the surrounding roar of engines or battle noise. no individual recipient or unit assignment can be attributed to either example; their interest rests in their contract markings and universal wartime issue rather than any personal provenance, and no separate biography has been located for either piece. the t-30 throat microphone was ubiquitous across the us army air forces and armored force during the second world war, standard equipment for bomber and fighter crews communicating over aircraft intercom as well as for tank crews whose enclosed, deafening compartments made conventional microphones impractical. by transducing vibrations directly from the throat rather than relying on ambient sound pickup, the design solved a persistent wartime problem - achieving intelligible voice communication inside a b-17 turret, a fighter cockpit, or an armored hull. the two-pin plug allowed these units to interface directly with the switch boxes and jacks found in period aircraft and vehicle wiring harnesses, making the t-30 a small but essential link in allied combat communications across both the european and pacific theaters. the first example, stamped \"western electric\" and \"t-30-q\" with the part number 0179077 impressed into the black rubber housing, retains its dual pickup housings joined by a flexible rubber bridge, a woven fabric neckband with snap-fastened leather tabs and adjustable buckle, a rubber-sheathed connecting cable, and its two-pin plug. the second, stamped with the winged \"um\" device and marked \"t-30 / univ. mic. co. / inglewood calif. / made in u.s.a., \" is similarly complete with its dual pickups, fabric neckband, snap fittings, connecting cable, and two-pin plug. both microphones present in good vintage condition: the molded rubber pickup housings and cable insulation remain supple and largely intact without significant cracking, the two-pin plugs and snap fittings are sound, and the fabric neckbands show light age-toning, handling wear, and mild oxidation to their brass hardware consistent with genuine period use. a well-matched pair of scarce wwii throat microphones from two of the war's principal signal corps contractors, tangible relics of the voice links that kept american airmen and tank crews in contact under fire."},"estimateMax":140,"lotNumber":"410","title":{"en":"wwii t-30 throat mic pair: western electric & um"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26002/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot contains a pair of WWII T-30 throat microphones, one from Western Electric and one from another unnamed manufacturer. Each microphone consists of a dark brown elasticized fabric strap designed to be worn around the throat, with a central black microphone unit. Attached are black electrical cords ending in two-prong connectors. These military communication devices from World War II represent the technology used by aircrews to communicate within aircraft.","soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:20:03.123Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$60 - $140","currency":"USD","id":26002,"estimateMin":60},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26003/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26003/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26003/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26003/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26003/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26003/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26003/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26003/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26003/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"world war ii u.s. navy bureau of aeronautics specification m-450 summer aviator's flying helmet by b-g inc., khaki twill shell densely signed by squadron mates including \"bob james, \" \"herb, \" and \"holland, \" with detached chin cup offered here is a second world war u.s. navy specification m-450 lightweight khaki twill flying helmet, the standard warm-climate and carrier-deck headgear issued to navy and marine corps pilots and aircrew, preserved not as a plain issue example but as a densely signed personal memento. no separate published biography accompanies the piece; its story is told through the names inked and penciled across its crown and panels, and through the surviving contract markings sewn into the shell. among the more legible inscriptions are \"bob james, \" \"herb, \" and \"holland, \" together with numerous other names, initials, and partial signatures that invite further research. the m-450 was ubiquitous aboard u.s. carriers and at stateside and pacific training fields alike, its unlined cotton twill construction and cloth goggle-strap retention loops built for tropical and shipboard wear where the heavier winter helmet types were impractical. it was standard practice among naval aviators and aircrewmen - particularly at the close of a flight training course, at the end of a combat tour, or upon discharge - to pass such helmets among squadron mates and classmates for signing, turning ordinary flight gear into an informal roster of a unit's men. the dense, overlapping signatures across this example, some crossed and re-signed in different hands, are entirely consistent with that tradition, though their precise unit, training class, and date of signing cannot be established from the piece alone. the helmet retains its khaki cotton twill shell, reinforced crown seams, cloth goggle-strap retention loops, and dual chinstrap buckle fittings. the interior woven label reads \"helmets, summer aviators / bu-aero-u.s. navy / specification m-450 / b-g inc. / contract n-1008-a, \" fully intact and legible. a detached olive-green leather chin cup with chamois-style lining and its integral leather adjustment strap accompanies the helmet. condition is fair to good for the age and use of the piece. the twill fabric shows widespread soiling, light staining, creasing, and overall age toning, with several signatures faint or smudged from handling while others remain boldly legible in both ink and pencil. the detached chin cup exhibits pronounced crazing, cracking, and finish loss to its leather surface, along with a tear to its upper attachment strap. the woven specification label remains crisp and fully readable despite the general wear surrounding it. a visually striking, multi-signed m-450 summer flying helmet that preserves both a genuine wartime navy aviation pattern and the handwritten roster of the men who wore and shared it."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"411","title":{"en":"wwii usn m-450 multi-signed flight helmet"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26003/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II USN M-450 multi-signed flight helmet, a unique piece of military aviation memorabilia. The helmet is made of a light tan fabric, likely cotton or canvas, and features prominent signatures in a dark script across its surface. It has visible stitching, an integrated earflap, and a leather chinstrap with a metal buckle. The helmet's design is typical of US Navy flight gear from WWII, and the multiple signatures add significant historical and collectible value.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:21:28.665Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":26003,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26004/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26004/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26004/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26004/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26004/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26004/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"vintage flip-down sun goggle aviator cap, c. 1940s. tan cotton twill sun cap with integrated flip-down tinted goggle shield, riveted pivot hinge, civilian aviation/sportsman type, circa late 1930s-1950s, maker unidentified offered here is a tan cotton twill sun cap fitted with a built-in flip-down goggle shield, a distinctive accessory type long associated in collector shorthand with wartime pilot gear, though no maker's mark survives beyond a fragmentary size tag on the sweatband and no published biography or provenance accompanies the piece. its story rests entirely in the object itself and in the broader history of this style of headgear. caps of this pattern, incorporating a hinged, molded acetate or early plastic tinted lens that swings down over the eyes or folds flush against the brim, enjoyed genuine popularity from the late 1930s through the 1950s among open-cockpit civilian pilots, glider enthusiasts, motorists, and outdoor sportsmen who needed quick, portable glare protection without the bulk of full flying goggles. though frequently marketed and later resold with military flair, invoking army air forces flyers and wartime service, the design was overwhelmingly a private-purchase civilian item, sold through general sporting-goods and aviation-supply catalogues rather than issued as standard government equipment. the riveted underside hinge and slotted metal arms allowed the shield to be swung clear when not needed, a clever piece of mid-century functional design reflecting the era's growing enthusiasm for private aviation, motoring, and outdoor recreation in the years bracketing the second world war. the cap is constructed of tan cotton twill with a stitched, stiffened brim reinforced by three visible metal rivets set along its underside. the flip-down shield comprises a single molded lens in a warm amber-brown tortoise-style frame, tinted dark for glare reduction, mounted on two slotted metal pivot arms secured to the brim by a riveted center bracket, allowing it to swing between stowed and lowered positions. the crown shows stitched panel seams, and the interior sweatband is a soft brown leatherette retaining a small fragmentary printed size tag near the rear seam. condition is fair to good for its age: the twill shell exhibits scattered surface staining, mottled discoloration along the crown, and light overall soiling consistent with genuine period use. the leatherette sweatband shows pronounced dry cracking, surface flaking, and small losses along its rolled edge, most evident at the interior seams. the molded lens displays fine surface scuffing and light haze but remains intact and securely attached, with the pivot hardware still moving freely. a charming and functional survivor of mid-century private aviation and sportsman culture, this flip-shield cap offers collectors a tangible link to the golden age of open-cockpit flying and outdoor recreation."},"estimateMax":100,"lotNumber":"412","title":{"en":"vintage flip-down sun goggle aviator cap, c."},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26004/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a vintage aviator cap featuring a flip-down sun goggle. The item is a piece of headwear, specifically an aviator's cap, likely from the mid-20th century given its vintage classification. It is made of a light-colored, possibly tan or beige, fabric material for the cap, with darker tinted lenses for the integrated goggles. The cap has a rounded crown and a short brim, with the goggles attached to the underside of the brim. Several small metal rivets or grommets are visible on the brim.","soldPrice":45,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:22:37.280Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$60 - $100","currency":"USD","id":26004,"estimateMin":60},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26005/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26005/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26005/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26005/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"original u.s. wwii army air forces m3 steel flak helmet with hinged, flared ear flaps and web suspension, as worn by heavy bomber crewmen over their flying helmets during high-altitude daylight missions, circa 1943-1945. this lot presents an original m3 flak helmet, the distinctive shell adapted from the m1 infantry pattern and standardized in late 1943 specifically for u.s. army air forces bomber crews. the photographs show no legible maker's mark or shell number, so no individual recipient, crew, or unit can be documented with this example; its story rests in the well-recorded combat role of the type itself rather than in any named provenance. the m3 was born of hard operational necessity. as american heavy bombers pressed deeper into occupied europe and across the pacific through 1943 and 1944, aircrews flying at altitude through flak-filled skies needed head protection that would not interfere with their bulky flight helmets and intercom headsets. the army's solution was this shell, fitted with flared, hinged steel ear flaps that swung outward to clear the crewman's earphones while still shielding the temples and lower skull from low-velocity flak splinters, spent shell fragments, and flying aircraft debris - hazards that accounted for a significant share of aircrew wounds over targets in germany, austria, and the japanese home islands. gunners hunched over their turrets and pilots holding formation through bursting anti-aircraft fire relied on helmets exactly like this one, worn cinched over a leather flying cap, for the duration of a mission that could last eight hours or more at altitude. the steel shell retains its factory olive-drab finish, now toned with age and showing scattered surface scuffs, scratches, and light oxidation across the dome and flaps. both shaped ear flaps remain attached at their upper pivoting hinges and swing freely as designed. inside the shell, the herringbone-twill web suspension and its crown tie cord remain intact and correctly configured, with light soiling and minor fraying to the webbing at the attachment points. a well-preserved and instantly recognizable example of usaaf aircrew protective gear, its ingenious hinged side flaps standing as a tangible reminder of the flak-filled skies faced by american bomber crews over europe and the pacific."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"413","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf m3 flak helmet, hinged ear flaps"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26005/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII USAAF M3 flak helmet, a type of military headgear designed for protection. The helmet dates from the World War II era and was used by the United States Army Air Forces. It appears to be constructed from metal, featuring a dull, olive drab or greyish-green finish consistent with military issue. A notable visual feature is the hinged ear flaps, designed to provide additional protection and possibly to accommodate communications equipment.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:23:31.212Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":26005,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26006/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26006/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26006/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26006/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26006/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"us army m1941-style olive drab herringbone twill fatigue cap, unmarked, with six-panel crown and stitched visor offered here is a utility field cap in the pattern long associated with the us army's herringbone twill (hbt) fatigue clothing of the second world war, cut from olive drab cotton hbt cloth and finished with a short, stiffened visor. no maker's tag or specification label survives inside this example, so the cap is catalogued as consistent with the wartime pattern rather than as a documented, contract-marked original; the possibility of later vintage commercial or reproduction manufacture cannot be ruled out on the evidence of construction alone. the hbt utility cap traces its lineage to specifications such as 6-326, adopted in the early 1940s to clothe soldiers, airmen, and marines for fatigue duty, motor-pool work, and hot-weather labor in every theater of the war, from the hedgerows of the eto to the jungles of the cbi and pto. its soft, unstructured six-panel crown was designed to fold flat in a pocket or pack and to be worn comfortably beneath a steel helmet liner when required, while the tightly woven herringbone cotton resisted wear and dried quickly in the field. produced under contract by numerous manufacturers in enormous quantity, these caps survive today in a wide range of condition, from clearly tagged, datable examples to unmarked pieces like this one, whose precise origin can no longer be fixed with certainty. the crown is built from six shaped herringbone-twill panels converging at a central top seam, with the diagonal weave clearly visible across the fabric. the visor is stiffened with numerous rows of concentric topstitching and has faded to a noticeably lighter tone than the crown, a two-tone contrast consistent with differing fabric roll lots reacting unevenly to sunlight and repeated laundering. inside, white cotton seam tapes radiate spoke-fashion from the crown's center to reinforce the seams, finished at the base by a fabric sweatband; the taping shows scattered staining and age-related discoloration consistent with genuine wear. the cap presents in good vintage condition overall, with general wash wear, soft creasing throughout the crown, and honest fading, most pronounced along the visor. no maker or specification stamp is legible on the interior, and none should be assumed present. a characterful example of the classic hbt fatigue cap silhouette, offered for its wearable, display-ready condition and its evocation of wartime gi workwear rather than as a documented contract piece."},"estimateMax":100,"lotNumber":"414","title":{"en":"wwii-style us army hbt fatigue cap, od"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26006/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII-style US Army HBT fatigue cap, an item of military headwear. The cap is in olive drab (OD) color, characteristic of military apparel from the World War II period or inspired by it. It is made from Herringbone Twill (HBT) fabric, a common material for US Army uniforms during that era. The cap has a classic baseball cap silhouette with a rounded crown and a stiff brim, showing some visible stitching on the brim.","soldPrice":30,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:24:05.339Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$40 - $100","currency":"USD","id":26006,"estimateMin":40},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26007/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26007/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26007/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26007/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26007/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26007/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26007/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"us navy cloth flight helmet - general textile mills (medium, contract n383s-60180). late world war ii to korean war-era u.s. navy olive drab cloth flight helmet with large circular ear cushions. interior blue label: medium / contract n383s-60180 / general textile mills, inc. / carbondale, pa. consistent with h-4-style navy cloth helmets. light staining and age wear to pads. approx. 7 photos. condition good."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"415","title":{"en":"us navy cloth flight helmet - general textile"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26007/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a US Navy cloth flight helmet manufactured by General Textile. It is a piece of military flight headgear, likely from the mid-20th century. The helmet is constructed from olive drab cloth material, with dark brown leather accents for straps and ear cups. It features prominent padded ear cups, likely designed to house communications equipment, and a chin strap with a metal buckle. Visible stitching details on the cloth panels enhance its period authenticity.","soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:25:14.766Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":26007,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26008/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26008/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26008/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26008/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26008/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26008/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26008/014/014.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii imperial japanese army air service leather flight helmet. original world war ii imperial japanese army air service winter flight helmet, constructed of light tan leather and retaining the distinctive applied five-pointed army star insignia to the forehead. the helmet is extensively lined in rabbit fur, a feature documented on japanese army winter flying helmets intended for cold-weather and high-altitude use. a comparable example in the smithsonian national air and space museum is specifically described as a japanese army winter flying helmet with leather construction, rabbit-fur lining, earphone cups, and the five-pointed star insignia. smithsonian institution \n the present example is assembled from multiple shaped leather panels with reinforced seams and large circular hardened-leather earphone housings. each ear cup incorporates an opening for communications receivers, while the interior shows substantial surviving light-colored rabbit fur around the crown and ear areas. the front army star is separately applied in dark reddish-brown leather and stitched to a circular leather backing, a characteristic feature of imperial japanese army aviation headgear. similar wartime army flight helmets are documented with multi-panel leather construction, fur lining, hardened ear cups, and receiver openings. international military antiques \n the interior of one ear cup retains japanese inspection/manufacturer markings, including a circular ink stamp and additional characters, adding considerably to the helmet's research potential. the exterior shows substantial honest service wear, including discoloration, rubbing, surface loss, staining, and age-related wear to the leather, while the rabbit-fur lining remains notably present. the earphone receivers themselves are absent. \n this style of helmet was used by pilots and aircrew of the imperial japanese army air service throughout the second world war, providing both warmth and accommodation for communications equipment. surviving examples with substantial original rabbit-fur lining, intact army star insignia, ear cups, and interior japanese markings are increasingly difficult to locate. a highly evocative and visually striking piece of original japanese wwii aviation equipment, displaying the heavy service wear expected of an issued flying helmet."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"416","title":{"en":"ww2 japanese pilot fur flying helmet"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26008/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War II Japanese pilot fur flying helmet. It is a piece of military aviation headgear from the WWII period. The helmet is made from a light-colored, possibly off-white, leather material with visible fur lining around the ears, suggesting warmth for cold conditions. It features distinct ear cutouts and a stitched star emblem on the side. The overall appearance is worn, reflecting its historical use.","soldPrice":325,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:26:04.623Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":26008,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26009/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26009/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26009/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26009/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"original wwii-era imperial japanese military aviation flying goggles of the distinctive two-piece \u201ccat-eye\u201d pattern. constructed with black-finished metal lens frames fitted with dark tinted lenses, khaki fabric-covered eye cups, padded fur/velvet-type interior surrounds, adjustable leather nose bridge with blackened metal buckle, and original khaki webbing head straps. the lenses retain small inspection or production markings visible near the edges.the construction is consistent with goggles used by japanese military aircrews during the second world war. japanese aviation goggles were manufactured in numerous variations for both army and navy use, including clear and tinted lens configurations and padded or fur-lined models intended to improve comfort and sealing around the eyes.condition shows expected service and age wear, including discoloration and loss to portions of the interior padding, wear to the leather bridge and webbing, and minor surface marks to the lenses and frames. overall, a visually strong and substantially complete example of wwii japanese aviation equipment."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"417","title":{"en":"wwii imperial japanese aviation tinted flying goggles"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26009/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item consists of WWII Imperial Japanese aviation tinted flying goggles, a piece of military pilot's equipment from the World War II era. The goggles feature dark tinted lenses, suggesting use for sun protection or glare reduction. They are secured by a canvas strap and have leather or padded components around the frames, typical of historical aviator eyewear.","soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:26:44.483Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":26009,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26010/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26010/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26010/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26010/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26010/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26010/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26010/014/014.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"imperial japanese army air service (ijaaf) winter leather flight helmet, shwa 16 (1941)-dated, with stitched gosei star insignia and interior inspection stamps offered here is an original imperial japanese army air service winter-pattern leather flight helmet, correctly identified through its star insignia and interior markings as ijaaf equipment rather than the usaaf helmet under which it had previously been catalogued. an oval acceptance stamp struck into the interior of the ear-cup leather appears to record a shwa 16 (1941) date, accompanied by a separate inked kanji inspector's mark, both retaining useful clarity. no individual recipient's name or unit marking has been located on the piece, and no separate published biography accompanies it; its interest rests in the type itself and in the dated inspection stamps that anchor its manufacture to a specific wartime year. helmets of this pattern equipped imperial army air service fighter and bomber crews flying at altitude and in cold climates across the pacific and china-burma-india theaters, where open cockpits and unpressurized gun positions exposed airmen to biting temperatures even over notionally tropical ground. a shwa 16 date places manufacture in the year japan entered the wider pacific war, making this an early-production example of a type that would go on to see service through the escalating air campaigns of 1942 and beyond. the stitched five-pointed star, known as the gosei, identifies the wearer's parent service as the imperial japanese army rather than the navy, whose flying helmets followed a similar cut but carried different insignia. the helmet is built from multiple stitched panels of brown leather, with natural shearling lining extending through the skull and down the long ear flaps. the front-facing panel bears the circular stitched star patch, its raised leather star still crisply defined. each earcup projects in a bulbous leather boss pierced by a central acoustic opening backed with woven mesh, secured by an adjustable leather strap fastened with a decorative period snap; the reverse of one earcup carries the oval shwa 16 acceptance stamp and inked kanji inspector's mark. a leather chinstrap descends from beneath the earcups, its buckle and steel loop intact, for securing the helmet in flight. the exterior leather shows moderate crazing, surface drying, and heavy overall creasing consistent with genuine field use and age, along with a small area of splitting near one earcup, yet the leather remains supple and free of catastrophic loss. the shearling lining is toned a soft grey-brown and shows light matting from wear. the functional strap, buckle, and snap fittings remain intact and operative, and the star patch, stitching, and both interior stamps retain good definition. a scarce, clearly dated example of imperial japanese army air service winter flying gear, its shwa 16 inspection stamp anchoring it firmly to the opening year of japan's pacific air war."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"418","title":{"en":"wwii japanese flight helmet dated 1941"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26010/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War II Japanese flight helmet, dated 1941. It is a piece of military aviation headgear from the early WWII period. The helmet is crafted from dark brown leather, showing significant wear and aging, and features a visible shearling or fur lining around the ears for warmth. It includes integrated ear coverings with a central opening and a leather chin strap. The visible date confirms its specific period of manufacture.","soldPrice":425,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:27:48.680Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $800","currency":"USD","id":26010,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26011/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26011/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26011/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26011/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26011/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26011/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26011/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26011/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26011/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26011/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26011/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26011/012/012.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"us military flight & parachutist helmet grouping: gentex-style hgu-55/p fixed-wing helmet with tinted visor and boom microphone, together with a special operations halo/parachutist kevlar helmet rigged with scott mbu-5/p oxygen mask assembly this lot brings together two distinct branches of us military aircrew life-support equipment: a lightweight fixed-wing flight helmet of hgu-55/p pattern, complete with tinted visor and attached boom microphone, and a kevlar-shelled parachutist helmet configured for high altitude low opening (halo) operations and fitted with a scott mbu-5/p pressure-demand oxygen mask. the significance of the grouping rests in the equipment itself and its documented type and configuration. the hgu-55/p was developed by gentex corporation in the late 1970s as a lighter successor to earlier helmet designs, engineered to meet the physiological demands of high-g aerial combat."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"419","title":{"en":"usaf hgu-55/p flight & spec ops halo helmet pair"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26011/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a USAF HGU-55/P flight and Special Operations HALO helmet pair, a modern piece of military flight and tactical headgear. The helmet is predominantly white with a dark tinted visor that can be lowered. It features complex communication equipment, including an attached microphone boom and a coiled cable with an audio jack, indicating its use in contemporary flight or specialized operations. The overall design is sleek and ergonomic, consistent with advanced aviation and HALO (High Altitude, Low Opening) applications.","soldPrice":425,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:28:10.008Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":26011,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26012/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26012/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26012/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26012/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26012/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26012/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26012/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26012/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26012/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26012/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26012/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26012/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26012/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26012/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26012/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26012/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26012/017/017.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"us navy gentex h-4 flight helmet group named 'backus, ' with vf-33 'star and lightning' squadron cloth cover, permoflux-equipped inner helmet, and polaroid no. 1065 aviation goggles, circa mid-to-late 1950s this lot presents a named us navy type h-4 rigid flight helmet grouping, the interior sweatband inked 'backus, ' offered together with a communications-equipped cloth inner helmet, polaroid aviation goggles, and a stenciled squadron cover tying the group to fighter squadron 33 (vf-33), nicknamed the 'starfighters' (earlier the 'tarsiers'), via its distinctive star-and-lightning-bolt insignia. no separate published biography for backus has been located, and the identification rests on the handwritten interior marking together with the squadron-specific cover, both consistent in style and construction with mid-1950s us navy carrier aviation equipment. gentex, trading as general textile mills, inc. of new york, manufactured the segmented rigid-shell h-4 under navy contract n383s-15583a, equipping naval aviators through the korean war era and into the early cold war jet age as carrier air groups transitioned from propeller-driven aircraft to swept-wing fighters. the rigid outer shell offered improved impact protection over earlier soft leather flying helmets while a separate cloth liner, fitted with earphone receivers, carried the intercom and radio connections essential to jet cockpit operations. vf-33, flying from atlantic fleet carriers during this period, is represented here by a personally stenciled helmet cover - squadron personnel commonly marked flight gear with unit insignia for identification and esprit de corps, and the star-and-lightning device on this example remains a vivid, immediately recognizable link to the squadron's lineage. the helmet is a gentex h-4, large, its gold-painted rigid fiberglass shell bearing a naval aviator wings decal to the front, green paint show-through along the crown seams, and intact orange general textile mills / gentex label and blue h-4 large contract label to the interior, with 'backus' handwritten on the leather headband. the separate olive drab cloth flight helmet is fitted with permoflux phr-10 receivers (an-h87/u), a communications lead terminating in a jack plug, and canvas chin and neck straps. the polaroid no. 1065 aviation goggles retain their marked leather-bound frame, tinted amber lens, suede facial padding, and adjustable elastic head strap. the black cloth helmet cover, bound in yellow tape, bears a faded but legible hand-stenciled 'vf-33' star-and-lightning-bolt squadron marking. condition is very good overall for vintage flight equipment of this age. the rigid shell shows expected scuffing and edge rubbing with green undercoat visible along the seams, though its decal and interior labels remain crisp and legible; the suspension webbing and leather sweatband show light wear and adhesive degradation consistent with age. the cloth inner helmet exhibits fraying, edge wear, and small fabric losses around the crown and brow. the goggle rubber has hardened with light surface wear to the lens, and the suede lining remains intact. the squadron cover shows minor soiling and fading to the stencil. a compelling and well-documented named h-4 grouping whose vf-33 squadron cover and period communications gear bring the u.s. navy's early jet age vividly into focus."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"420","title":{"en":"named vf-33 gentex h-4 usn flight helmet group"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26012/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a named VF-33 Gentex H-4 USN flight helmet group, comprising multiple items of US Navy flight gear. The group includes a green cloth flight helmet with earphone housings, a gold-colored hard-shell flight helmet with a visor mechanism and what appears to be a squadron emblem, and a black fabric cap with a yellow star and \"VF-33\" insignia. The items are military aviation artifacts, likely from the mid to late 20th century, used by an aviator in US Navy Fighter Squadron 33 (VF-33). The hard-shell helmet has a distinctive gold finish and an eagle emblem.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:29:39.588Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $800","currency":"USD","id":26012,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26013/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26013/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26013/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26013/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26013/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"exceptionally rare wwi roold-pattern aviator helmet. exceptionally rare first world war protective aviation helmet of the celebrated roold pattern, representing one of the earliest purpose-designed forms of protective headgear employed by military aviators. originally patented in france in 1912, the roold protective helmet utilized a lightweight reinforced shell with padded concentric protective sections intended to reduce head injury in the primitive open-cockpit aircraft of the period. the design proved influential and was subsequently adopted, copied, or locally manufactured in a number of european air services, including use by austro-hungarian and german aviators. \n this particularly unusual example is constructed with a rigid protective crown covered in a light tan woven fabric, incorporating the characteristic layered padded bands surrounding the crown and lower edge. long integral ear flaps descend from either side and terminate in adjustable chin straps with period metal hardware. the multi-panel crown construction, reinforced circumferential padding and overall profile correspond closely to documented roold-type aviation protective helmets of the 1914-1918 period. the original french roold helmets were constructed around lightweight cork and protective reinforcing materials, a concept subsequently reproduced in closely related helmets used by other wartime air services. \n the interior displays extensive period wear and retains portions of its original suspension and lining system. the exposed interior reveals the rigid laminated protective structure beneath the textile shell, providing an unusually clear view of the helmet's early crash-protection construction. the exterior exhibits scattered staining, discoloration, minor abrasions, edge wear and fabric losses consistent with a century-old piece of early aviation equipment. \n the precise national attribution remains worthy of further study. its construction is consistent with central powers roold-pattern flight helmets, and surviving period documentation confirms that helmets of this general pattern were worn within the austro-hungarian aviation establishment. ottoman military aviation operated in very close cooperation with german and austro-hungarian personnel during world war i, making an ottoman-associated example entirely plausible, although no visible national marking on this helmet permits a definitive assignment from the present photographs alone. roold-pattern helmets are documented as having been used or copied by numerous european aviation services during the first world war."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"421","title":{"en":"exceptionally rare wwi roold-pattern aviator"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26013/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is an exceptionally rare WWI Roold-pattern aviator helmet, an early piece of military flight headgear. The helmet dates from the World War I period and is made of a light-colored, possibly off-white or tan, ribbed fabric. It features prominent ear flaps with straps, designed to protect aviators in open cockpits. The design is characteristic of early aviation protective gear, emphasizing functional simplicity. The helmet's construction appears to be soft-shelled, focusing on warmth and ear protection.","soldPrice":1100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:30:27.481Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$800 - $2,000","currency":"USD","id":26013,"estimateMin":800},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26014/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26014/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26014/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"offered here is a distinctive cylindrical, flat-topped kepi tailored from coarse, grayish-blue wool, retaining its original metal insignia of a bird rendered in stylized horizontal, gliding flight mounted to the front of the crown. the cut and proportions of the cap-an unpiped, flat-crowned cylindrical body paired with a stiffened, lacquered visor and a plain leather chinstrap fitted on two side posts-are consistent with french aviation headgear of the first world war era. the cap is fashioned in coarse blue-grey wool over a stiffened body, the crown finished with a rear seam. a black lacquered visor, bound at the rim, is fitted below the metal bird insignia, and a dark leather chinstrap is secured on two side posts. the interior is lined in bright yellow ribbed twill, and a leather sweatband encircles the interior of the band. condition is consistent with age and long storage. the wool exterior shows surface dusting, localized discoloration, and scattered moth tracking, including small perforations near the crown seams. the visor exhibits scuffing and crazing, typical of the material's age. the yellow lining remains intact, showing moderate soiling and light creasing. the sweatband shows age-appropriate drying and fragmentation. this cap remains a scarce and evocative example of french aviation service, its stylized gliding bird badge and coarse wool body offering a significant piece of great war history."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"422","title":{"en":"wwi french aviation officer's kepi"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26014/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWI French aviation officer's kepi, a type of military cap. The cap is made of blue fabric with a black leather visor and chin strap. A gold-colored bird insignia, likely an eagle or similar aviation emblem, is prominently featured on the front of the cap, indicating its military and aviation subject matter. The cap has a classic cylindrical shape with a flat top, typical of a kepi.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.198Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $600","currency":"USD","id":26014,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26015/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26015/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26015/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26015/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26015/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26015/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26015/007/007.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"british rfc veteran's officer field service cap - burberrys, london with rfc badge & buttons. british officer's olive drab/khaki ribbed wool field service (forage) cap by burberrys, london (woven burberrys label with equestrian knight device). fitted with world war i royal flying corps bronze cap badge (laurel wreath, rfc monogram, king's crown) and two matching small rfc regimental front buttons (r.f.c. under imperial crown). silver-gray twill lining well preserved as shown. cap body consistent with c.1939-1945 burberrys manufacture; rfc badge and buttons retained from great war service identity as evidenced. light surface soiling; wool structurally sound."},"estimateMax":500,"lotNumber":"423","title":{"en":"british rfc veteran's officer field service cap"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26015/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a British RFC veteran's officer field service cap from an unspecified period, likely early 20th century given the RFC (Royal Flying Corps) reference. The cap is a soft, foldable 'garrison' or 'wedge' style cap, made of khaki-colored fabric. It features two brown buttons on the front flap and a distinctive metallic badge, possibly representing a veteran's or unit insignia, with an oval wreath surrounding a central motif. This cap is a piece of military headwear.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.200Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $500","currency":"USD","id":26015,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26016/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26016/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26016/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26016/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26016/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26016/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26016/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26016/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26016/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwi us m1917 steel helmet with textured finish & leather chinstrap. world war i u.s. m1917 (brodie/doughboy) steel helmet with textured olive drab/brownish-green non-reflective finish, wide brim, and two-piece dark brown leather chinstrap on under-brim bails."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"424","title":{"en":"wwi us m1917 steel helmet"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26016/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWI US M1917 steel helmet, a piece of military headwear. The helmet is made of steel, featuring a distinctive bowl shape with a wide brim, typical of the Brodie helmet design. It is painted in an olive drab or similar military green color, showing signs of wear consistent with its age. A brown leather chin strap is attached, indicating its functional design for military use during World War I.","soldPrice":350,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:33:26.621Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":26016,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26017/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26017/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26017/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26017/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26017/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army air forces aviation cadet crusher-style visor service cap, winged propeller device, sweatband laundry mark c-9724, circa 1941-1945. offered here is an original world war ii period usaaf aviation cadet crusher cap, the soft, unwired visor cap that became one of the most instantly recognizable pieces of american aircrew culture. the cap is identified to service rather than to a named individual; its story rests in the surviving markings and the well-documented conventions of wartime cadet dress. the sweatband bears a clear stamped laundry mark, c-9724, a small but tangible trace of the original owner's wartime service and the personal effort taken to keep the cap in rotation through repeated cleanings at camp or field laundries. aviation cadets occupied a unique position within the army air forces hierarchy, neither enlisted men nor commissioned officers, training for pilot, navigator, or bombardier wings while wearing a cap device distinct from both groups, the winged propeller badge seen centered here on the crown in place of the enlisted disk or officer's eagle. thousands of young americans passed through this cadet pipeline during the war, and it was standard, almost universal practice among aircrew to strip the internal wire stiffener from the cap, or to purchase a cap without one from the outset, so that the tight-fitting flight headsets and helmets required in the cockpit or turret could be worn comfortably over the top. the result was the distinctive slouched, relaxed silhouette that gave these caps their enduring reputation as the quintessential aviator's headgear."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"425","title":{"en":"wwii usaaf aviation cadet crusher visor cap"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26017/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII USAAF aviation cadet crusher visor cap, a type of military headwear. The cap is made of tan or khaki fabric with a stiff visor and a dark blue ribbed band encircling the base of the crown. A prominent gold-toned insignia featuring wings and a propeller is centered on the front. A brown leather chinstrap is positioned above the visor, contributing to its authentic military aviation aesthetic from the World War II era.","soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:34:19.489Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":26017,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26018/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26018/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26018/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26018/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26018/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. marine corps khaki pressed fiber sun/pith helmet with bronze eagle, globe, and anchor device and original leather chinstrap offered here is an original world war ii u.s. marine corps pressed fiber sun helmet, retaining its darkened bronze-finish eagle, globe, and anchor (ega) device mounted to the front of the crown. no individual recipient or unit history has been documented with this particular example; its interest rests in the well-established official record of the type's development and widespread issue during the second world war rather than in a personal provenance. first adopted in 1940 as the \"helmet, fiber, \" this pattern was developed using the same molded, waterproof pressed-fiber process later applied to early m1 helmet liners, and was manufactured for the corps by firms such as hawley products company. it quickly became a familiar sight at marine corps training depots at parris island and san diego, where it was worn extensively by drill instructors, rifle-range coaches, and recruits standing long hours under the sun, as well as by personnel on tropical station duty in the years surrounding the pacific campaigns. the design's lightweight, ventilated shell and glare-reducing green underbrim made it practical working headgear rather than combat protection, and its historical appeal lies in the everyday routines of wartime marine training and tropical service. the helmet is constructed of pressed khaki twill-covered fiber, retaining its molded, paneled crown, covered crown button, and wide circumferential brim edged in a darker binding. brass-rimmed ventilation grommets are set into each side of the crown. the front bears the bronze-finish usmc eagle, globe, and anchor insignia, firmly mounted and showing an attractive overall age patina consistent with genuine wartime handling. the interior retains its pale green glare-reducing surface, the original wire-clip suspension system, and a leather sweatband with rear lace closure; the original leather chinstrap with buckle remains attached and is currently positioned across the front brim. condition is good and consistent with age and service use: the khaki exterior shows scattered scuffs, light surface soiling, and edge wear along the brim rim, with the crown button intact throughout. the bronze ega is solidly affixed with no significant damage. the green interior surface displays typical scuffing and handling wear, and the leather sweatband and chinstrap show expected age creasing, stiffening, and edge wear commensurate with decades of use. a solid, display-ready example of the iconic usmc fiber sun helmet, its bronze ega and surviving leather fittings preserving the look of wartime marine training and tropical duty."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"426","title":{"en":"wwii usmc pressed fiber sun helmet, bronze ega"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26018/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII USMC pressed fiber sun helmet, a piece of military headwear designed for tropical or hot climates. 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The helmet features a steel shell painted in a base dark green or grey color, adorned with distinctive large, irregular yellow camouflage blotches. It includes fixed bales for attaching a chin strap, though only one side of the strap is visible, made of a drab green webbing material. The helmet's design and camouflage pattern are notable features for collectors.","soldPrice":250,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:36:12.369Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":26019,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26020/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26020/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26020/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26020/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26020/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. wwii firestone m1 helmet liner with hand-painted \"25 / aeb\" red triangle insignia of the 25th armored engineer battalion, 2nd armored division, later adapted for cold war-era maneuver/aggressor use offered here is a wwii-manufactured m1 helmet liner produced by the firestone tire & rubber company of akron, ohio, later hand-painted and repurposed to represent the 25th armored engineer battalion of the 2nd armored division, the storied \"hell on wheels\" outfit. no separate published biography accompanies this liner; its story is told through the painted insignia, the maker's mark, and the surviving suspension hardware, all consistent with documented postwar and cold war-era unit and maneuver practices. the m1 liner was developed early in american mobilization to provide a lightweight, form-fitting insert worn beneath the steel m1 helmet shell, and firestone was among the principal wartime contractors producing these liners from high-pressure, resin-impregnated cotton duck. following the war, large quantities of liners and shells remained in army stores, and through the late 1940s and into the 1950s many were refurbished, repainted, and issued to armored and mechanized units for garrison duty, field maneuvers, and the simulated \"aggressor force\" exercises that became a hallmark of cold war readiness training. the 25th armored engineer battalion served as the organic combat engineer element of the 2nd armored division, responsible for bridging, demolitions, and mobility support for the division's tank and infantry elements, and hand-painted unit triangles of this type were a common field expedient for rapid visual identification during large-scale maneuvers. the liner is finished overall in olive-green paint, with a hand-painted red triangle to the front right quarter lettered \"25\" over \"aeb\" in white block stencil. an embossed firestone maker's mark, a stylized \"f\" within a shield, is visible pressed into the resin-impregnated shell within the crown. the interior retains its herringbone-twill (hbt) suspension webbing gathered at the crown by the original tie string, blackened brass a-washers securing the suspension to the shell, a leather sweatband showing light drying and edge creasing consistent with genuine age, and a partial leather chinstrap section along the exterior edge. the rear nape strap bears faint hand-inked initials, now difficult to fully decipher, evidently a period soldier's personal marking. a strip of paper tape numbered \"91\" is affixed to the interior crown webbing, apparently a later inventory or collection marking. overall the liner presents in very good vintage condition: the painted finish and insignia remain largely intact with only minor scuffing and light surface contact marks consistent with honest use, while the suspension webbing, a-washers, and sweatband remain sound and complete. a visually striking firestone m1 liner whose bold \"25 aeb\" triangle insignia ties it directly to the 2nd armored division's engineer battalion and to the postwar maneuver culture that kept hell on wheels sharp through the early cold war."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"428","title":{"en":"firestone m1 liner, painted 25 aeb insignia"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26020/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a Firestone M1 helmet liner, a component of the M1 helmet system used during World War II. The liner is painted a vibrant green and features a distinctive red triangular insignia on the front with the text \"25 AEB\" in white. This painted insignia indicates its unit, likely the 25th Airborne Engineer Battalion, adding to its military historical significance. A brown leather chin strap is visible, suggesting its original functional purpose within the helmet.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:37:17.080Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":26020,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26021/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26021/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26021/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26021/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26021/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26021/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26021/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26021/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26021/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26021/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26021/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26021/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26021/013/013.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii u.s. army m1 steel combat helmet, schlueter-manufactured front-seam swivel-bale shell heat-stamped '407a' over embossed 's', fitted with a matching firestone high-pressure composite liner offered is a complete wwii u.s. army m1 combat helmet assembly, its steel shell produced by the schlueter manufacturing company of st. louis, missouri - a comparatively minor wartime contractor whose total output of roughly two million shells pales beside mccord radiator's twenty million, making genuine schlueter examples a scarcer find on today's collector market. adopted in 1941 to succeed the wwi-pattern m1917a1, the m1 remained the u.s. army's standard combat helmet through korea and beyond. this shell carries the front-seam rim construction associated with 1943-44 production, before manufacturers shifted the seam rearward in late 1944, and it retains the swivel-bale loops introduced around october 1943 to replace the earlier fixed bales that had proven prone to strap breakage in the field. together these features place manufacture within the narrow window in which schlueter was actively supplying shells to the army before wartime procurement consolidated further toward mccord. the accompanying firestone tire & rubber company liner, embossed with its distinctive 'f' logo in the crown, was one of several composite manufacturers contracted from 1943 onward to produce the high-pressure phenolic-resin liners issued alongside these shells, and its presence here as a period-correct match is consistent with genuine, unaltered gi issue."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"429","title":{"en":"scarce wwii schlueter m1 helmet, firestone liner"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26021/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a scarce WWII Schlueter M1 helmet, specifically depicting its inner view, which includes a Firestone liner. The helmet has a utilitarian olive drab finish, characteristic of military equipment from the World War II era. The visible interior shows the green-painted surface of the liner, with two metal clips for the chin strap (partially visible webbing). This item is significant for its specific manufacturer (Schlueter) and liner combination, appealing to collectors of WWII military headwear.","soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:39:17.137Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":26021,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26022/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26022/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26022/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26022/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii para-glider overseas cap with blue piping - named on leather. world war ii u.s. army olive drab wool garrison (overseas) cap with light blue infantry piping and sewn circular paraglider patch (white parachute and glider on blue field with red border)."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"430","title":{"en":"wwii para-glider overseas cap with blue piping"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26022/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII para-glider overseas cap, a type of military side cap. The cap is made of a drab green fabric, consistent with World War II military uniforms, and features distinctive blue piping along its edges, possibly indicating a specific branch or unit. A circular embroidered patch is affixed to the side, depicting a white parachute and a glider on a red and blue background, signifying its association with paratrooper and glider units from the WWII era.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:40:12.484Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":26022,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26023/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26023/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26023/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26023/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26023/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26023/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26023/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26023/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26023/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii usmc m1 fb helmet w/ reversible frogskin cover. u.s. wwii m1 steel helmet, high-pressure composite liner, and reversible usmc-style frogskin camouflage cover, circa 1943-1945 this lot presents a complete world war ii m1 combat helmet assembly, comprising a fixed-bail manganese steel shell fitted with its high-pressure composite fiber liner and dressed in a reversible herringbone twill \"frogskin\" camouflage cover of the type issued to united states marine corps personnel across the pacific theater. the interest here rests in the material integrity and correct configuration of a scarce and instantly recognizable form of american combat headgear. standardized in 1941 to replace the world war i-era m1917a1 'kelly' helmet, the m1 was designed with an outer manganese steel shell and an inner composite fiber liner to provide modular protection and versatility."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"431","title":{"en":"wwii usmc m1 fb helmet w/ reversible frogskin"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26023/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII USMC M1 fixed-bale helmet, notable for its reversible frogskin camouflage cover. The helmet itself is the standard M1 design, but it is covered with a fabric cover featuring a distinctive green, brown, and tan 'frogskin' camouflage pattern. This camouflage pattern is specific to the US Marine Corps during World War II and is reversible, although only one side is visible. A drab green chin strap is attached, completing this piece of military headwear.","soldPrice":950,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:42:00.060Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":26023,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26024/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26024/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26024/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26024/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26024/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26024/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26024/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26024/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"u.s. m1 steel combat helmet with composite liner and reversible hbt camouflage cover, beach/brown side displayed, ink-named \"preston\" offered here is a complete u.s. m1 combat helmet assembly - steel shell, high-pressure composite liner, and reversible herringbone twill \"frogskin\" camouflage cover - the cover bearing the period ink surname preston clearly inscribed to the interior beach-pattern panel. no separate published biography for this serviceman has been located, and the identification rests solely on the inked name surviving on the cover itself; the assembly is nonetheless a well-matched and visually striking example of late-world war ii to korean war-era u.s. combat headgear, complete with its full liner and suspension system. the m1 helmet was adopted in 1941 and remained the standard-issue protective helmet of american ground and marine forces into the 1980s, undergoing only incremental hardware refinements across four decades of continuous service, including the shift from fixed to swivel chinstrap bales introduced in late 1943 to correct a recurring failure point under combat strain - a feature present on this shell. its reversible camouflage cover, universally nicknamed \"frogskin\" or \"duck hunter\" for its mottled, amoeba-like printed pattern, was developed in 1942 specifically to answer the marine corps' need for concealment in the dense foliage and open beaches of the pacific theater. the cover became one of the most visually iconic pieces of usmc field equipment during the island-hopping campaigns from guadalcanal through okinawa, and its reversibility - offering a green jungle scheme on one face and the tan/coral \"beach\" scheme shown here on the other - allowed a marine to adapt instantly to changing terrain. covers of this pattern remained in service well into the korean war, worn by marines fighting from the pusan perimeter to the chosin reservoir, which is consistent with the late-war to korean war manufacture indicated by this example's components. the steel shell displays a textured exterior finish, rolled front and rear rim seam, intact swivel bales, and olive-drab canvas chinstraps fitted with their original metal buckle hardware. its interior retains a ring of surface rust where the liner's crown once seated, along with light overall paint wear. the high-pressure composite liner retains its full olive-drab herringbone twill webbing suspension system, an adjustable leather sweatband, and its nape strap, the interior shell surface having yellowed and taken on a varnished appearance consistent with age. the reversible cover is displayed beach/brown side outward, its stitched foliage buttonhole slits and rolled seam edges intact, with the ink-lettered preston inscription plainly legible near the lower edge of the panel. condition throughout is good and honestly service-used. the cover shows light surface soiling, scattered age spotting, and fraying at several of the foliage slits and along the flap edges. the steel shell exhibits minor abrasions to the exterior paint and the noted interior rust staining. the liner's webbing shows only minor fraying, its leather sweatband is moderately creased from wear, and its metal fittings carry expected light oxidation. a well-matched, personally named m1 assembly whose beach-side frogskin cover, borne by an unidentified serviceman surnamed preston, brings the visual history of pacific and korean war-era american camouflage vividly to life."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"432","title":{"en":"named preston m1 helmet & usmc frogskin cover"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26024/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot features a named Preston M1 helmet paired with a USMC frogskin cover, military headgear from a mid-20th century conflict. The M1 helmet is a classic metal combat helmet, likely steel, with a beige-grey finish. Its companion is a fabric helmet cover, featuring a distinctive frogskin camouflage pattern in shades of brown and tan, with 'PRESTON' visible on the side. This set represents a significant piece of American military history, likely dating to the WWII or Korean War era due to the frogskin pattern.","soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:44:14.818Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $400","currency":"USD","id":26024,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26025/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26025/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26025/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26025/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26025/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26025/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26025/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26025/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"vietnam-era m1 helmet, mitchell cover, marmac line. vietnam war-era u.s. m1 steel combat helmet with marmac industries liner and reversible mitchell pattern camouflage cover, circa 1960s-early 1970s offered here is a u.s. m1 combat helmet assembly of the vietnam war period, comprising a steel outer shell, a marmac industries fiber liner, and its reversible mitchell pattern camouflage cover with elastic foliage band. its significance rests in the correct period configuration and completeness of the assembly. the m1 helmet served as the standard-issue steel helmet of the u.s. armed forces from 1941 through the mid-1980s, its two-part construction of a suspended liner within a protective steel shell allowing the basic pattern to be updated across successive conflicts. by the height of american involvement in vietnam, the liner had been produced in lightweight resin-impregnated fiber by contractors including marmac, firestone, and capac, while the now-iconic reversible mitchell pattern cover had become standard issue in the field. reflecting foliage in dense green on one face and a broken brown-and-tan scheme on the reverse, the cover allowed a soldier to adapt his camouflage to jungle canopy or more open, arid terrain simply by turning the cover inside out. slits cut into the fabric permitted local vegetation to be woven in for additional concealment, while the encircling elastic band held the cover taut against the shell and doubled, in practice, as a place to tuck insect repellent, cigarettes, or a field dressing. the steel shell retains its original olive-drab finish and swivel bail loops fitted with a web chinstrap and metal clips. the mitchell cover is fitted green-side out, its printed leaf pattern visible across the crown, brim, and sides, with the reverse brown-and-tan cloud pattern showing at the folded underside edges; an olive elastic foliage band encircles the cover at the brim line. inside, the liner bears a molded helmet-crest device enclosing the letter m, identifying it as a product of marmac industries inc."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"433","title":{"en":"vietnam-era m1 helmet, mitchell cover, marmac"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26025/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a Vietnam-era M1 helmet, a type of combat headgear. It comes with a Mitchell pattern camouflage cover by Marmac, which is characteristic of the period. The helmet itself is likely made of steel, covered by a fabric camouflage cover in green and brown tones. The Mitchell pattern features splotches of various greens, browns, and tans, designed for jungle environments, making it a recognizable piece for military collectors.","soldPrice":140,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:44:53.797Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":26025,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26026/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26026/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26026/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26026/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26026/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26026/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"rare wwii usmc reversible frogskin camouflage hbt field/utility cap, theater-tailored, pacific theater, circa 1943-1945 offered here is a scarce non-regulation utility cap fashioned from reversible p42-pattern \"frogskin\" herringbone twill, the duck-hunter camouflage cloth introduced by the marine corps in 1942 for pacific service. no published biography accompanies this piece; its story is told through the object itself - the cut, the material, and the hand-finished construction that mark it as a personally tailored item rather than a standard-issue p41 or p44 pattern cap. the photographs support this identification but do not establish a maker, individual wearer, or specific unit. when the marine corps adopted the reversible green-dominant \"jungle\" and brown-dominant \"beach\" frogskin pattern in 1942, official contracts produced the cloth in poncho, helmet cover, and utility uniform form - never as a mass-issue field cap. marines, paramarines, and raiders serving through campaigns such as guadalcanal, new britain, and peleliu, and later occupation duty on okinawa, frequently cut down salvaged frogskin material - spare poncho panels or worn utility jackets - into caps of their own pattern, seeking a low, close-fitting alternative better suited to jungle heat and undergrowth than the issued sage-green hbt cap. produced in small numbers by unit tailors or by the marines themselves, these improvised caps are counted today among the more sought-after non-regulation pacific theater items, prized precisely because none were ever standard issue and each surviving example varies in cut and construction. the cap is fully reversible, showing a green-dominant jungle camouflage face on the exterior and a brown-dominant beach camouflage pattern lining the crown interior, both rendered in the characteristic frogskin herringbone twill weave with mottled amoeboid shapes in olive, khaki, and brown against a mustard-yellow ground. the multi-panel crown gathers to a stiffened, multi-row stitched visor, with a turned band running the circumference of the base and a pair of metal ventilation eyelets set into the left side. panel seams and visor stitching remain tight, solid, and clearly visible throughout. the green exterior shows gentle overall softening and light fading consistent with genuine field wear, while the brown interior retains notably cleaner, brighter color, suggesting the outward-facing jungle side saw the greater share of exposure and use. the ventilation eyelets are intact and functional, and no significant tears, fraying, or fabric rot are apparent in the stitching of the visor or crown. a scarce, hand-tailored frogskin hbt field cap whose contrasting jungle and beach camouflage faces capture the improvisational culture of marines adapting issued cloth to their own needs in the jungles and beaches of the pacific war."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"434","title":{"en":"rare wwii usmc frogskin hbt field cap"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26026/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot presents a rare WWII USMC frogskin HBT field cap, a piece of military headwear from the World War II era. The cap is made from Herringbone Twill (HBT) fabric, known for its durability. It features the distinctive frogskin camouflage pattern in shades of green, brown, and tan, a pattern primarily used by the US Marine Corps. This field cap is a collectible item for enthusiasts of American military history and camouflage patterns from WWII.","soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:45:57.317Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":26026,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26027/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26027/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26027/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26027/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26027/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26027/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26027/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"vietnam war-era in-country tailor-made khaki slouch hat with embroidered viet-nam arc tab, blackened u.s. specialist rank insignia, and interior a22 marking this lot offers a khaki cotton twill slouch, or bush, hat of the type commissioned by american servicemen from local vietnamese tailors during the vietnam war, circa 1964-1972. the crown carries a blackened metal u.s. army specialist rank insignia (consistent with sp4/sp5 grade), while the upturned side brim displays a red-ground, tan-lettered viet-nam arc tab secured beneath a working snap fastener. the interior sweatband bears a stamped a22 rack marking and a red inspection stamp."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"435","title":{"en":"vietnam in-country bush hat, viet-nam tab, sp pin"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26027/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a Vietnam in-country bush hat, a type of military headwear used during the Vietnam War. The hat is made of light-colored fabric, likely cotton, and features a broad brim for sun protection. It is adorned with a prominent red and white 'VIET-NAM' tab sewn onto the brim, and a small 'SP' pin is also attached. This hat represents a specific piece of Vietnam War military memorabilia, showing common personalization or unit affiliation.","soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:47:01.017Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $300","currency":"USD","id":26027,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26028/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26028/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26028/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26028/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26028/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26028/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26028/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26028/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german heer artillery officer's visor cap - erel sonderklasse by robert lubstein, berlin, retailed by ludwig schluckebier, spandau, with bright red waffenfarbe piping offered here is a well-preserved private-purchase officer's schirmmuetze of the german army's artillery branch, immediately identifiable by its bright red (hochrot) waffenfarbe piping running along the crown seam and both edges of the cap band. the celluloid sweat diamond bears crisp silver-foil printing for ludwig schluckebier of spandau, charlottenstrasse 28, together with the erel 'sonderklasse' trademark of robert lubstein's berlin firm - the 'special class' designation reserved for that maker's finest grade of officer headgear. no individual recipient's name appears on the cap, and no separate biography has been located; the piece is identified and dated on the strength of its maker's markings, construction, and insignia alone. officers of the wehrmacht were required to purchase their own uniforms and headgear privately rather than draw them from quartermaster stores, and firms such as erel supplied a thriving trade in high-grade caps to officers passing through berlin-area tailors and outfitters. the vivid red piping seen here denotes the artillery arm, which formed the backbone of german combined-arms doctrine throughout the war, supporting infantry and armor from the polish campaign through the fighting on the eastern and western fronts. a cap of this quality, purchased through an established spandau retailer, would have been carried by a career officer or one commissioned from the reserves, and represents the kind of privately tailored dress item that visibly distinguished german officers from their conscripted enlisted counterparts. the cap presents a fine field-grey doeskin wool crown with vibrant red piping intact along both the crown seam and cap band edges, set above a dark bluish-green wool badge-cloth band. it retains its stamped aluminum wehrmacht eagle-and-swastika badge on the crown and a two-piece stamped aluminum oakleaf wreath enclosing the national tri-color cockade on the band, both showing strong die detail and an attractive age patina consistent with an original silver-washed finish. silver aluminum bullion chin cords cross the black patent-leather-effect visor and are secured at each side by pebbled silver-toned buttons. the interior retains its light satin-like lining with expected sweat toning, a brown leather sweatband with only minor edge wear and light creasing, and a yellow-backed vulcanfiber visor showing mild surface crazing typical of age. the exterior wool crown and band retain strong original color with minimal nap wear or soiling, and all insignia remain firmly affixed with clear detailing. a handsome, retailer-marked example of top-tier erel sonderklasse construction, its unmistakable artillery waffenfarbe and spandau provenance making it a strong addition to any heer officer headgear collection."},"estimateMax":1200,"lotNumber":"436","title":{"en":"wwii german artillery officer visor cap"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26028/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot showcases a WWII German Artillery Officer visor cap, a piece of military dress headwear. The cap is constructed from felt or wool in a light grey-green color, with a dark green cap band and distinctive orange-red piping, signifying artillery. Embellishments include a gold-colored national eagle insignia and a wreath with a cockade, alongside silver chin cords. This is a significant collectible for WWII German militaria, reflecting officer rank and branch.","soldPrice":1300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:48:37.236Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$800 - $1,200","currency":"USD","id":26028,"estimateMin":800},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26029/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26029/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26029/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26029/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26029/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26029/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26029/007/007.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"german officer's m43 einheitsfeldmuetze-style field cap with silver-aluminum piping and twin pebbled buttons, no insignia or maker offered here is a dark wool field cap cut in the recognizable m43 officer pattern, distinguished by its light-colored crown piping, downturned fold flaps, and paired pebbled front buttons. no maker, size, or depot stamp is discernible in the photographs, and no separate published history accompanies the piece; the following description rests solely on physical examination of the cap itself. given the mottled surface discoloration and construction details noted below, its wartime authenticity should be treated with appropriate caution rather than assumed. the einheitsfeldmuetze was introduced across the wehrmacht in 1943, adapting the earlier mountain troops' bergmuetze into a standardized field cap issued to the heer, luftwaffe, and waffen-ss alike. it offered a low, foldable profile that could be stowed in a pack or worn beneath a helmet, while its downturned side and rear flaps could be lowered and buttoned beneath the chin for added warmth in the field. officer-grade examples were traditionally distinguished from enlisted issue by silver or aluminum-thread piping along the crown seam, a subtle rank marker on otherwise austere field headgear. this cap displays that officer-style piping along with the associated twin-button flap closure, both consistent with catalogued wartime officer patterns, though the front panel carries no national eagle, cockade, or other insignia, and no ghost outlines are visible to suggest insignia was ever removed. the cap is constructed of a coarse grey-brown wool body with a rounded crown, stiffened cloth-covered visor, and fold-down side flaps piped in light-colored cord along their upper edges and secured by two pebbled buttons at the front. the visor underside retains a partial brown leather sweatband strip, now creased with notable finish loss. the interior is finished in a pale sateen lining, heavily mottled with sweat staining and scattered spotting consistent with genuine handling and wear over time. condition is fair to good overall: the exterior wool shows substantial surface fading, dust, and tan mottled discoloration throughout, while the lining exhibits pronounced staining and general wear, and the leather sweatband is creased with finish loss. an evocative m43-style officer cap whose silver piping and period silhouette invite close study, offered with its wartime attribution appropriately left open for further collector assessment."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"437","title":{"en":"german m43 officer-style field cap, silver piping"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26029/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a German M43 officer-style field cap, characteristic military headwear from the mid-20th century. The cap is dark grey or black, likely made of wool, with a peaked design and two front buttons. A notable visual feature is the silver piping around the crown, distinguishing it as an officer's cap. This M43 cap is a recognizable piece of German military uniform from the World War II era.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.202Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $800","currency":"USD","id":26029,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26030/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26030/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26030/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26030/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26030/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26030/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26030/014/014.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"world war ii german army officer's m43 field cap (einheitsfeldmuetze m43), constructed in field-gray wool and retaining its distinctive officer-grade silver insignia. introduced in 1943 as a standardized field cap for the german army, the m43 combined the practical features of earlier mountain and field caps with a short visor and fold-down side and rear panels that could be lowered for protection in cold weather. this example is of the officer configuration, distinguished by its separately applied silver-wire national eagle and national cockade. the eagle emblem is not correct for this cap, and was likely added. the cap body is manufactured from dark feldgrau wool with a substantial short visor and the characteristic m43 fold-down side panels. the front ends of the flap meet beneath the cockade and retain the buttonhole/closure arrangement. the sides and rear show the characteristic sculpted m43 profile, while the interior is lined in tan cotton material. no readily visible maker or size markings are apparent in the photographs. the cap exhibits genuine field character, with overall age toning, surface wear, scattered soiling, minor moth tracking or fabric loss, and wear to the front flap and edges. the interior lining likewise shows age, discoloration, and evidence of extended use. the insignia remains particularly attractive, with the metallic eagle retaining strong definition and the cockade displaying good color and detail. the m43 einheitsfeldmuetze became one of the characteristic pieces of late-war german army headgear and was worn across virtually every theater of operations from 1943 through the end of the war. officer examples retaining their original separate metallic insignia are considerably more desirable than ordinary enlisted caps and have long been sought by advanced collectors of german uniforms and headgear. a strong, untouched-appearing example of a wwii german heer officer's m43 field cap, retaining its important silver-wire eagle and cockade and displaying the kind of period wear and character particularly valued in original combat-era headgear. condition as photographed, with wear, soiling, age toning, and minor fabric deterioration consistent with period use and storage."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"438","title":{"en":"wwii german heer m43 field cap, bullion eagle"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26030/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War II German Heer M43 field cap. This military headwear, likely dating from the 1940s, is made of a dark, possibly wool or wool-blend fabric, designed for infantry use. The cap features an embroidered bullion eagle emblem and a cockade with a red center, both prominently displayed on the front flap. The design includes ear flaps that can be secured, characteristic of the M43 style.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:51:27.493Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $600","currency":"USD","id":26030,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26031/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26031/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26031/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26031/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26031/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26031/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26031/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26031/008/008.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe silver-piped fliegermuetze overseas cap by bero-leina, breslau, dated 1/42, size 56, with an unmounted pair of white-waffenfarbe gefreiter collar tabs. offered here is a dated, maker-marked luftwaffe overseas cap, or fliegermuetze, together with an unmounted pair of white-wool collar tabs bearing the twin metal gulls of a gefreiter. the fliegermuetze was adopted by the luftwaffe before the outbreak of war and remained a standard item of field and walking-out dress for pilots, aircrew, ground personnel, and paratroopers throughout the conflict. the aluminum-toned cord piping edging the scalloped front flap is a pattern generally associated with officer or officer-candidate grades, distinguishing this cap from the plainer enlisted version. its embroidered eagle-and-swastika device, mounted above a bullion-style tricolor national cockade in silver-white and red, is worked to a standard consistent with wartime issue. the white waffenfarbe of the accompanying collar tabs denotes ground or guard formations, and each tab carries two textured metal gulls denoting the junior enlisted rank of gefreiter, insignia that would have been stitched to the collar points of a service tunic. the cap's twill sweatband preserves a purple ink manufacturer's stamp reading bero-leina, breslau, together with the date code 1/42, firmly placing manufacture in january 1942, a period when luftwaffe units were committed across the eastern front and the mediterranean. a separate stamped size marking, 56, appears alongside a further faint impression on the lining that is not securely legible from the photographs. the cap is of dark blue-grey luftwaffe wool showing light nap wear and scattered surface lint consistent with honest age and storage; the embroidered eagle and cockade remain firmly attached with no losses to the stitching. the twill interior lining carries light, even age toning, with the maker and size stamps remaining clear. the unmounted pair of collar tabs presents bright, clean wool with both zinc gulls intact and securely fixed, showing only minor toning and no bends or corrosion. a well-marked, dated luftwaffe fliegermuetze paired with matching ground-branch gefreiter tabs, its bero-leina stamp and january 1942 date code anchoring the grouping firmly within the early-war luftwaffe. white waffenfarbe in the luftwaffe was associated with hermann goering division / regiment personnel"},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"439","title":{"en":"wwii luftwaffe cap and white waffenfarbe tabs"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26031/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot includes a WWII Luftwaffe cap and a pair of white waffenfarbe tabs, representing German air force militaria from World War II. The cap is a dark, side-fold design, likely made of wool, adorned with a silver Luftwaffe eagle and cockade insignia, along with white piping. The accompanying white waffenfarbe tabs, presumably made of fabric, would have been used to denote specific branch or rank. This set is a valuable acquisition for collectors of WWII German aviation uniforms.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.204Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":26031,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26032/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26032/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26032/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26032/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26032/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26032/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"full catalog title: wwii german heer m34 artillery enlisted/nco overseas cap. wwii german luftwaffe enlisted/nco fliegerbluse schiffchen (overseas side cap) with bright red flakartillerie soutache, interior stamped \"b 5471\" offered here is an original world war ii luftwaffe overseas side cap, or schiffchen, rendered in the distinctive blue-gray wool issued to enlisted men and non-commissioned officers of the german air arm. the cap displays a woven national eagle and swastika above a round tricolor cockade set on a diamond-shaped backing, with a bright red inverted-chevron soutache framing the insignia - the waffenfarbe denoting flakartillerie, the anti-aircraft artillery branch of the luftwaffe. the interior twill lining carries a clear ink stamp reading \"b 5471,\" almost certainly a depot or unit inventory marking; the cap is not attributed to a named wearer. introduced in the late 1930s as standard luftwaffe issue, the schiffchen was designed for practicality - compact, foldable, and easily stowed when not worn, yet fully able to convey both national affiliation and branch of service at a glance. the eagle and cockade signaled allegiance to the luftwaffe, while the colored soutache told a trained eye a soldier's specific role within it. flak units wearing this red piping served in a demanding dual capacity throughout the war, manning the extensive network of anti-aircraft batteries that defended german cities, industrial centers, and troop concentrations against allied air power, while in the war's later stages many flak crews and their guns were pressed into direct ground combat roles as the fighting reached german soil. this cap's insignia situate it firmly within that history, though it carries no unit or personal identification beyond the interior stamp. the wool body retains its characteristic folded side panels and peaked rear crown. at the front, the bevo-woven eagle sits above the cockade, itself mounted on a blue-gray diamond, with the red soutache stitched in a crisp inverted v around it. a metal ventilation grommet is set into the left side panel. the lining is a light twill, bearing the legible ink stamp \"b 5471.\""},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"440","title":{"en":"wwii german heer m34 artillery enlisted/nco"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26032/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII German Heer M34 artillery enlisted/NCO garrison cap, a piece of military headwear from the World War II era. The cap is light grey-green, likely wool, featuring a distinctive red triangular insignia and red piping, signifying artillery. It is adorned with an embroidered Heer eagle and cockade insignia. This M34 cap is a classic example of German military uniform, highlighting the branch and rank of its wearer.","soldPrice":325,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:53:14.112Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":26032,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26033/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26033/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26033/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26033/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26033/011/011.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german army (heer) m43 einheitsfeldmuetze field cap, two-button pattern with machine-woven bevo national trapezoid insignia, circa 1943-1945 offered here is an original world war ii german army field cap of the m43 pattern, the einheitsfeldmuetze introduced in june 1943 as standardized headgear across the wehrmacht. the cap retains its machine-woven bevo trapezoid combining the national eagle and swastika above the tri-color cockade, together with both front pebbled metal buttons securing the fold-down ear and neck flap. no separate published biography or unit provenance accompanies this cap; its history rests entirely in the surviving construction and insignia visible on the piece itself. the m43 field cap was developed to replace the earlier side cap and assorted regional patterns then in wehrmacht service, drawing directly on the design of the gebirgsjaeger mountain cap and the tropical service cap already fielded in north africa and the mediterranean. its fold-down skirt, secured by the characteristic two-button front closure, offered soldiers improved protection against cold and wind on the eastern front and elsewhere during the final two years of the war, and the pattern quickly became one of the most recognizable and widely issued pieces of german soldier's kit through 1945. caps of this type were worn by riflemen, ncos, and officers alike across virtually every branch of the heer, making surviving examples with intact insignia a staple of collections documenting the late-war wehrmacht soldier's appearance. the cap is constructed of a field-grey wool-blend fabric with a shaped crown and a projecting cloth-covered visor. the woven bevo trapezoid is machine-sewn to the front crown panel above the button closure and retains legible eagle and cockade detail. both pebbled metal buttons remain present, functional, and retain their period finish. the interior liner shows toning and wear consistent with extended field use. condition is fair to good and reflects genuine period service: notable moth-track damage and several pronounced moth holes with associated small tears are visible along the rear fold-down skirt and crown. the visor shows fraying and material wear at the brim attachment seam. the bevo insignia and both pebble buttons remain intact and legible despite the surrounding fabric wear. a genuine, well-worn example of the definitive late-war german field cap, its honest moth damage and fraying speaking to real service rather than diminishing its value as a study piece for the heer soldier's kit of 1943-1945."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"441","title":{"en":"wwii german heer m43 field cap w/ bevo trapezoid"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26033/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II German Heer M43 field cap, a type of military headwear. The subject matter is military history, specifically German army uniform items from WWII. The cap is made of a light green/grey fabric material, consistent with field caps of the period. A Bevo trapezoid patch with an eagle insignia and a round red, white, and black cockade are affixed to the front, above three visible buttons. The cap has a short brim and a folded-down side flap with ear coverage.","soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:53:41.203Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $600","currency":"USD","id":26033,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26034/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26034/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26034/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26034/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26034/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26034/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26034/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii waffen-ss m42 oak leaf a reversible tarnmuetze. wwii german waffen-ss m42 reversible camouflage field cap in the oak leaf a (eichenlaubmuster a) pattern, printed cotton twill, unmarked contract production, circa 1942-1945. this lot presents a waffen-ss m42 tarnmuetze, the reversible peaked field cap issued to combat troops beginning in 1942 to extend the ss printed-camouflage system to the head, matching the disruptive patterns already carried on smocks and helmet covers. no named recipient or unit provenance accompanies the cap, and no separate published history has been located for this individual example; its interest rests in the pattern, construction, and honest field wear consistent with front-line issue. the m42 cutting pattern refined earlier waffen-ss headgear by introducing a fuller, more structured crown and a stiffened peak, while retaining the fully reversible construction that let a soldier match his cap to the season simply by turning it inside out. the oak leaf a print seen on this example was one of several disruptive designs rotated through ss textile contracts during the war, its green-dominant face suited to spring and summer foliage and its ochre-and-brown reverse intended for autumn stubble fields, dead leaves, and bare earth. waffen-ss formations equipped with this camouflage system saw action on both the eastern front and in the west during the war's final years, and surviving printed cotton headgear of this type is closely studied by collectors, who weigh weave, print registration, and internal construction against the many postwar remakes assembled from surplus zeltbahn material. the cap is fully reversible, its green-dominant oak leaf a face carrying olive and bright-green forms scattered across a tan ground, its ochre-and-brown autumn face showing rust, dark-brown, and pale fawn shapes on the opposite side, both printed on a visibly woven cotton twill/duck fabric. it retains its integrated, stiffened peak and paired ventilation eyelets set into the side flaps, the eyelets showing light verdigris and oxidation consistent with age. stitching along the crown seam, side panels, lower band, and visor edge appears sound and largely intact throughout. condition is very good for a combat-worn example: the camouflage tones remain distinct and well-contrasted on both faces, with scattered light soiling, handling creases, and rubbing to the high points of the crown and peak, along with light staining to portions of the autumn side. as with all waffen-ss printed camouflage headgear, prospective bidders are encouraged to examine thread, weave, and stiffener composition in person, given the prevalence of sophisticated reproductions in this specialized collecting field. a visually striking and well-preserved example of the oak leaf a reversible tarnmuetze, the kind of printed camouflage headgear that anchors any serious study of waffen-ss field equipment."},"estimateMax":4000,"lotNumber":"442","title":{"en":"wwii waffen-ss m42 oak leaf a reversible"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26034/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII Waffen-SS M42 Oak Leaf A reversible cap. It is a military headwear item from the World War II period. The cap features a distinctive oak leaf camouflage pattern in shades of green and brown, suggesting its use for concealment. Its reversible nature indicates potential for different camouflage schemes. This piece of historical militaria is notable for its specific camouflage design.","soldPrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-25T23:54:45.636Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$2,000 - $4,000","currency":"USD","id":26034,"estimateMin":2000},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26035/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26035/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26035/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26035/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26035/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26035/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26035/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26035/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26035/009/009.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german wehrmacht m43 tropical field cap (einheitsfeldmuetze), herringbone twill, maker-marked \"muetzen... dresden 45,\" size 56, relic combat condition offered here is an original world war ii german wehrmacht tropical field cap in the m43 einheitsfeldmuetze pattern, produced in cotton/linen herringbone twill and stamped size 56. the interior sweatband retains a partially legible maker stamp reading \"...muetzen... dresden 45,\" placing manufacture in the closing years of the war. no separate published history accompanies this cap; its story is told through its construction, insignia, and the ground-in evidence of hard field use, and the surviving markings and photographs do not themselves establish a named wearer, unit, or theater. the m43 tropical cap followed the earlier m40/m41 patterns famously associated with the deutsches afrikakorps in the north african desert campaigns, and by the time this example left the factory the pattern had been standardized for warm-weather wear across the wehrmacht more broadly, including the mediterranean, the italian front, the balkans, and summer operations on the southern and eastern fronts. lightweight herringbone-twill construction, together with metal-rimmed side ventilation grommets, suited the cap to prolonged wear in heat and dust, and the tan cloth alone should not be read as proof of afrika korps issue given the apparent 1945 date in the stamp. the dark woven trapezoid insignia sewn to the front, combining the national eagle above the tricolor cockade, is standard for the pattern and remains machine-sewn in its original position despite the surrounding fabric loss - evidence of a cap worn hard rather than one preserved in storage.// the cap is constructed of light tan/khaki herringbone-twill cotton-linen, now uniformly faded and soiled from handling. it retains a short cloth-covered visor, a folded side band, and the ventilation eyelets noted above. the crown and front brow show extensive tearing and fabric loss, exposing the internal stiffener and cream-colored backing lining at several points, with a further tear visible along the side seam. the visor underside and inner sweatband show heavy abrasion, fraying, and soiling consistent with prolonged contact wear. the interior stamp, though faded and partly rubbed away, remains legible in parts alongside the clear \"56\" size marking, while the front-applied insignia panel shows corresponding wear and soiling but remains fully attached. condition throughout is honestly graded as heavy relic/combat-worn: the torn crown, exposed backing fabric, and overall fading and soiling place the cap well below display grade, but these very qualities are precisely what collectors of \"salty, \" genuinely field-used wehrmacht tropical headgear seek out. a genuinely worn, dresden-marked 1945 m43 tropical hbt field cap whose torn crown, faded fabric, and surviving insignia speak louder than any label of the hard campaigning it survived."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"443","title":{"en":"wwii german m43 tropical hbt cap, dresden 45"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26035/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII German M43 tropical HBT cap, associated with Dresden 1945. It is a piece of military headwear from the World War II era. The cap appears to be made from a herringbone twill (HBT) fabric, indicative of tropical uniforms. A prominent embroidered emblem, likely an eagle and cockade, is affixed to the front, showing signs of wear and fraying around the top edge.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.205Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":26035,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26036/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26036/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26036/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26036/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26036/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26036/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26036/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26036/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26036/009/009.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-25","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german nskk black wool schiffchen, rzm tagged. wwii german nskk-mann black wool overseas field cap (schiffchen) with metal eagle insignia m1/63, buttons m5/82, and intact rzm control label herst. 1129, b.no. 130213 offered here is an original third reich era enlisted man's field service cap (feldmuetze/schiffchen) as worn by members of the nationalsozialistisches kraftfahrkorps, the nsdap's motorized transport corps. the cap retains its full complement of maker-marked metal fittings - a side-mounted nskk eagle insignia and a pair of front buttons - along with its original rzm cloth control label bearing manufacturer code 1129 and the printed designation b.no. 130213, features that place this example among the better-documented surviving specimens of the type, though the markings identify the manufacturer and issue rather than a named wearer. founded in 1931 as a paramilitary auxiliary tasked with training drivers and mechanics for the burgeoning motorized needs of the party, the nskk broke from sa control following the night of the long knives in 1934 and matured into an independent nsdap formation with its own uniforms, insignia, and regulations governing everything down to the stitching on a soldier's cap. by the outbreak of war the corps had assumed a genuinely operational character, its personnel driving supply convoys, servicing vehicles, and manning transport columns in direct support of the wehrmacht and luftwaffe, while other nskk units performed air-raid and civil defense duties on the home front. the black wool overseas cap offered here was governed by the same reichszeugmeisterei (rzm) quality and licensing regime that regulated all party uniform items, explaining the surviving cloth control label - a feature that has not survived on many extant examples and that here remains legible with its purple ink acceptance stamp still visible. the cap is constructed of black wool melton in the standard boat-shaped enlisted pattern, with a scalloped front flap secured by two silver-washed aluminum buttons bearing the nskk pattern eagle device and maker-marked m5/82 for steinhauer & lueck of luedenscheid. the left side bears a die-struck aluminum nskk eagle insignia, wings spread above a wreathed mobile swastika beneath the banner legend nskk."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"444","title":{"en":"wwii german nskk black wool schiffchen, rzm"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26036/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII German NSKK black wool Schiffchen, marked with RZM. It is a military side cap, or 'Schiffchen,' from the World War II period, associated with the National Socialist Motor Corps (NSKK). The cap is constructed from black wool and features a distinctive silver-colored metal insignia on the front, depicting an eagle over a swastika, above the letters 'NSKK'. 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It is a informational graphic, not a physical object, outlining five points related to auction processes. 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It is a military helmet from the World War II era, specifically for the German Navy. The steel helmet has a greenish-grey finish with visible signs of wear and rust, indicating its age and history. 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It is a military steel helmet from the World War II period, designated for the German Army. The helmet has a dark, possibly feldgrau, finish with visible wear, scratches, and some areas of exposed metal. A single decal, depicting an eagle with spread wings clutching a swastika, is prominently displayed on the left side.","soldPrice":750,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:02:00.861Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":26040,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26041/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26041/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26041/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26041/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26041/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26041/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26041/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26041/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26041/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26041/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26041/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26041/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26041/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26041/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26041/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26041/016/016.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german polizei m16/18 dd stahlhelm with wire camouflage. this striking wwii german stahlhelm is an early-pattern m16/m18-style helmet subsequently reissued for third reich police service, retaining a heavily worn but identifiable ordnungspolizei eagle shield decal on one side and the corresponding red, white and black party shield on the opposite side. the police decal displays the characteristic eagle-and-wreath design within a dark bordered shield, a form associated with german police helmets and transitional/reissue examples rather than the winged luftschutz emblem used by the reichsluftschutzbund. \n the helmet retains a dark field-grey/green painted finish with substantial period wear, abrasions, oxidation, and paint loss consistent with prolonged service. of particular interest is the extensive wire camouflage arrangement fitted around the shell. the wire has been formed irregularly across the crown and sides and remains secured around the helmet circumference, giving the piece an unmistakable field-used appearance. a period leather chinstrap remains present, showing considerable age and surface wear. \n the interior retains its leather liner system, which displays considerable deterioration, dryness and losses from age and use. the exterior police decal is significantly worn but remains recognizable, while the opposite party shield retains strong portions of its red field, white roundel and black swastika. \n the combination of an imperial-era m16/m18-pattern shell, third reich polizei double decals, field-grey repaint, surviving wire camouflage, liner and chinstrap makes this an especially visually compelling example of a transitional german police helmet. the ordnungspolizei incorporated numerous police and related formations during the third reich, and surviving transitional-shell examples illustrate the continued wartime use of earlier helmet stocks long after newer m35/m40/m42 designs had entered service."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"449","title":{"en":"wwii german polizei m16/18 dd stahlhelm with wire"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26041/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII German Polizei M16/18 DD Stahlhelm with wire. It is a military steel helmet from the World War II era, associated with the German Police. The helmet features a dark finish and is distinguished by a wire mesh camouflage net wrapped around its exterior. Two decals are visible on the left side: a national tricolor shield and a police eagle insignia, both showing signs of wear.","soldPrice":750,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:03:27.766Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - 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catalog title: wwii german luftwaffe m38 fallschirmjaeger paratrooper helmet. exceptional original wwii german luftwaffe m38 fallschirmjaeger paratrooper helmet, one of the most distinctive and highly collected combat helmets of the second world war. developed specifically for german airborne troops, the m38 eliminated the projecting skirt of the standard wehrmacht helmet and incorporated a compact rounded shell designed to reduce interference during parachute jumps. the helmet retains its dark field-gray combat finish and a single luftwaffe eagle-and-swastika decal to the left side, the decal remaining exceptionally clear with strong detail. the exterior exhibits scattered abrasions, scratches, handling wear, and minor areas of finish loss consistent with period service and age. \n the interior is particularly noteworthy and retains the characteristic m38 fallschirmjaeger leather liner and multi-point chinstrap suspension system. the liner is clearly marked \"kopfweite: gr. 57 / stahlhelm-gr. 68\", identifying a size 57 liner fitted to a size 68 helmet shell. additional markings read \"baumuster: heisler, berlin c2 / hersteller: f.w. mueller jr.\", a documented wartime manufacturer associated with m38 fallschirmjaeger helmet liners. comparable documented original m38 helmets are known with precisely this heisler/f.w. mueller jr. marking configuration. the helmet retains the characteristic padded liner assembly, black leather harness straps, metal hardware, and the distinctive external vented attachment bolts associated with this pattern. \n the m38 became synonymous with german fallschirmjaeger operations, including the airborne assaults in norway, belgium and holland, the battle of crete, fighting in italy, normandy, the ardennes, and the defense of germany. period photographs show the distinctive low-profile m38 worn extensively by german paratroopers throughout the war. original examples with substantially intact factory finish, luftwaffe decal, correct liner, chinstrap assembly, and readable manufacturer markings are increasingly difficult to obtain. \n this example presents exceptionally well, with a strong original-appearing exterior finish, highly visible luftwaffe decal, complete interior assembly, and desirable f.w. mueller jr./heisler berlin c2 marked liner. the exterior shows honest service wear while the interior leather remains remarkably complete. a highly desirable and visually impressive example of the iconic german m38 fallschirmjaeger helmet and an important addition to an advanced airborne, luftwaffe, or wwii militaria collection. please review all photographs carefully for condition and construction details."},"estimateMax":10000,"lotNumber":"450","title":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe m38 fallschirmjaeger"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26042/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII German Luftwaffe M38 Fallschirmjaeger helmet, a piece of military headgear from the World War II period. The helmet is made of dark-colored material, likely steel, and features a single vent hole on the side. A distinctive Luftwaffe eagle decal with a swastika is prominently displayed on one side, identifying it as a German paratrooper helmet.","soldPrice":5250,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:05:06.568Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$5,000 - $10,000","currency":"USD","id":26042,"estimateMin":5000},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26043/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26043/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26043/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26043/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26043/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26043/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26043/014/014.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe model 1935 double decal steel combat helmet, blue-gray finish, early flying-eagle decal and national tricolor shield, rear lot number 3053, maker-stamped side apron offered is a luftwaffe m35 stahlhelm retaining both of its original transfer decals - the early-pattern flying eagle grasping a swastika on the wearer's left, and the black-white-red national tricolor shield on the right. the rear skirt carries a stamped lot or batch number, '3053', while a separate maker-and-size impression is visible on the side apron, though its characters cannot be read with confidence from the photographs. no separate published biography attaches to this example; its story is told through the object itself - its decals, its markings, and the honest wear it carries from decades of survival. the m35 pattern was adopted in 1935 as the wehrmacht and the newly formed luftwaffe standardized their steel helmets, distinguished from the preceding m16/m18 models by its rolled edge and separately inserted ventilation bushings rather than earlier stamped-in vents. luftwaffe-issue shells were finished at the factory in a smooth blue-gray shade distinct from the field-gray used by the heer, and were applied with both branch and national decals as standard practice through the opening years of the war. that configuration proved short-lived: in mid-1940, as combat experience underscored the risk of a brightly marked helmet to a man in a foxhole or gun pit, orders went out to eliminate the national tricolor decal, and shortly thereafter to tone down or remove the branch eagle as well, in the interest of battlefield concealment. a helmet surviving today with both decals intact therefore represents an early-war configuration worn before those camouflage directives took hold - a narrow window that makes double decal examples, particularly in luftwaffe blue-gray, a keenly sought subset of the m35 series. the steel shell retains a substantial majority of its original blue-gray paint, with scattered chipping, flaking, scuffing and minor surface rust concentrated along the crown, high points, vent bushings and rolled rim, consistent with genuine age and field use. the early-pattern luftwaffe eagle decal is remarkably well preserved, showing crisp wing and feather detail with only minor, localized losses near the swastika and one wing tip. the national tricolor shield on the opposite side remains largely intact, its red field strong and its black and white bands showing light craquelure, small chips and expected toning. the rear lot number 3053 is clearly stamped into the skirt. the leather liner shows honest sweat staining and darkening from wear, with its scalloped fingers and drawstring both intact and functional. the leather chinstrap survives complete with its original metal buckle, exhibiting surface crazing typical of age. a well-preserved, honestly worn luftwaffe m35 in the scarce original double decal configuration, its stamped lot number and pair of surviving emblems preserving the distinctive early-war appearance of the type before camouflage discipline stripped german steel helmets of their heraldry."},"estimateMax":2500,"lotNumber":"451","title":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe m35 early eagle double decal helmet"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26043/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War II German Luftwaffe M35 early eagle double decal helmet. It is a piece of military headgear from the WWII period, specifically a steel combat helmet. The helmet features a dark gray-green finish with visible wear, and is notable for its \"double decal\" status, including the early Luftwaffe eagle emblem and a national colors shield, which were standard on M35 helmets. A chin strap is also attached to the helmet.","soldPrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:05:50.679Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,500 - $2,500","currency":"USD","id":26043,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26044/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26044/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26044/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26044/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26044/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26044/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26044/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26044/016/016.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"nskk 1st pattern padded leather motorcyclist crash helmet (sturzhelm) by carl busse, mainz, size 57, named to walter haensch, circa 1934-1938. this lot presents an early national socialist motor corps (nskk) crash helmet, the padded leather sturzhelm issued to motorcycle dispatch riders and vehicular personnel of the third reich's motorized party formations. the crown carries the boxed maker's stamp \"busse mainz\" together with the size \"57,\" and a faint additional ink stamp inside the liner appears to read \"walter haensch\". the sturzhelm evolved from protective headgear first adopted by sa-motor formations in the early 1930s and was subsequently standardized for the nskk following its establishment as the motorized arm of the nazi party apparatus. its heavily padded crest, rolled brow bolster, and hinged leather ear and neck flaps were purpose-built for riders exposed to the hazards of open-cockpit motorcycling on german roads well before the militarized steel helmets of the wehrmacht's armored branches came into use. the helmet is fitted with the 1st pattern aluminum nskk eagle, its talons gripping a wreathed mobile swastika roundel mounted separately below - a two-piece design that predates the 1938 2nd pattern insignia, which added an \"nskk\" scroll beneath the eagle. though frequently confused by newcomers to the field with the wehrmacht panzer schutzmuetze tank crew helmet owing to a superficially similar silhouette, the nskk sturzhelm was manufactured exclusively for motor corps personnel and never issued to armored vehicle crews. carl busse of mainz was among the commercial firms contracted to produce these helmets for nskk formations through the 1930s, and surviving examples bearing his stamp remain sought after by collectors of german motorized-unit militaria. the helmet is constructed of boiled, blackened leather with a raised padded crest running front to back and a full padded roll encircling the crown, together with a stitched peak at the front. the two-piece aluminum insignia is mounted prominently to the front of the roll, the eagle retaining crisp die detail and the wreathed swastika beneath it retaining its original black enamel infill with light overall oxidation to the metal consistent with age. the natural brown leather interior liner is complete with its scalloped tongues and drawcord, and the crown bears the clear boxed \"busse mainz\" stamp, the size \"57,\" and the faint named stamp discussed above. the broad hinged leather ear and neck flaps remain pliable and are fitted with their leather chinstrap and metal buckle, both intact. accompanying the helmet is a typed collector's identification tag recording the piece as an nskk crash helmet marked busse mainz, size 57, and naming walter haensch, along with a period tin canister present in the photographs. condition throughout is very good for the type: the black exterior leather shows expected age craquelure and light surface scuffing while remaining supple, with sound stitching to the crest and roll; the brown liner shows heavier surface wear and toning with a small split at one tongue; the insignia is well detailed with only minor oxidation. a scarce and well-documented early nskk sturzhelm, its busse mainz stamp, size marking, and 1st pattern eagle all sitting exactly where collectors want to find them, further strengthened by a named interior stamp and period collector's tag identifying the original owner as walter haensch."},"estimateMax":1200,"lotNumber":"452","title":{"en":"wwii german nskk motorcycle leather helmet rare"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26044/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare World War II German NSKK (National Socialist Motor Corps) motorcycle leather helmet. The helmet is made of black leather, featuring a distinct padded roll around the crown. A prominent silver-colored metal insignia, depicting an eagle clutching a swastika within a wreath, is affixed to the front. The helmet includes ear flaps and a chinstrap with a buckle, characteristic of period motorcycle gear.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.209Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$600 - $1,200","currency":"USD","id":26044,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26045/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26045/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26045/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26045/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26045/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26045/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26045/014/014.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german model 1935 (m35) double decal heer stahlhelm, vereinigte deutsche nickelwerke (schwerte), maker code ns62, lot/batch number e477, circa 1938-1940. this lot presents an original combat-worn luftwaffe m35 helmet retaining both of its factory-applied decals: heer decal on left, and the black-white-red national tricolor shield on the right. no separate published biography or unit provenance has been located for this shell; its story rests in the surviving factory markings and the documented history of the pattern itself. the wearer's left interior skirt is clearly stamped ns62, identifying the manufacturer as vereinigte deutsche nickelwerke of schwerte and the shell size as 62, while the rear interior skirt carries the separate lot/batch stamp e477. the m35 helmet was officially adopted on 25 june 1935, refining the earlier m16/m18 silhouette with a more compact drawn shell, a smoothly rolled edge, and separately inserted ventilation bushings in place of the crimped lugs of the great war pattern. army examples of this early period left the factory in a smooth blue-gray finish and were issued with dual decals as standard. that practice changed abruptly in march 1940, when directives ordered the tricolor shield removed or its application discontinued altogether, the intent being to reduce a soldier's visibility and identifiability in the field. helmets that escaped this order and still carry both decals, however worn, are consequently scarcer on the collector market today and are prized as an early-war snapshot frozen before the regulation took hold. the shell survives with a significant portion of its original factory blue-gray paint, overlaid with honest surface scuffs, scratches, and moderate reddish oxidation consistent with genuine field use. the heer decal shows heavy craquelure and wear with roughly 60-70% of the design still legible, while the national tricolor shield on the opposite side shows scraping and oxidation with approximately 50-60% remaining, its lower red field still vivid. both vent bushings are present, with associated rust staining around the fittings. the interior retains its original aluminum liner band and an intact leather liner with working drawstring, the leather displaying age hardening, heavy perspiration staining, and minor cracking consistent with period use. the leather chinstrap remains intact and attached, stiffened with age and showing surface crazing, complete with its roller buckle. condition throughout is fair to good and thoroughly battle-worn, with paint loss, decal wear, and oxidation consistent with genuine age and active service rather than artificial distressing; the liner and chinstrap remain fully functional despite their hardened, aged state. a genuinely combat-worn double-decal army m35 with clear, legible maker and batch markings, offered as a scarce survivor from before the march 1940 order stripped away the tricolor shield that still clings, faded but unmistakable, to this shell today."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"453","title":{"en":"rare wwii m35 double decal army - heer helmet ns62"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26045/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a rare World War II M35 double decal army - Heer helmet, identified as an NS62 model. It is a piece of military headwear, specifically a German army helmet from WWII. The helmet is dark grey-green, showing signs of wear and age, with visible paint loss and rust spots. It features two decals on the side: one depicting a Wehrmacht eagle with a swastika and another which is less distinct but visible. The helmet has a classic German military shape with a flared rim and visible attachment points for a liner or chinstrap.","soldPrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:07:35.414Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,000 - $2,000","currency":"USD","id":26045,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26046/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26046/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26046/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26046/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26046/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26046/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26046/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26046/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26046/009/009.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german model 1940 stahlhelm combat helmet, shell stamped 'ns64' for vereinigte deutsche nickelwerke a.g., schwerte, size 64, finished in multi-tone field camouflage with m31 leather liner and maker-stamped leather chinstrap. this lot presents a size-64 m40 pattern steel helmet, successor to the m35 and introduced in 1940 to streamline wartime production by stamping the ventilation bushings directly into the shell rather than fitting separate rolled eyelets. the shell carries the maker code 'ns' for vereinigte deutsche nickelwerke a.g. of schwerte, together with the size designation '64,' struck into the left skirt in the manner typical of german helmet manufacture of the period. no separate published unit history or named attribution accompanies this piece; its story is told through the shell markings, the applied camouflage, and the surviving liner and strap. by 1940 german helmet factories across the reich were converting their tooling to the simplified stamped-vent pattern, a change driven by the demands of a rapidly expanding wartime army and the need to conserve machining time on the older two-piece rivet eyelets used on the m35. multi-color camouflage finishes combining greens, browns, and near-black tones over a base coat were widely applied in the field and at unit level across the european and western fronts, intended to break up the helmet's silhouette and reduce reflective glare in wooded and broken terrain. the heavy, irregular flaking and layered pigment visible on this shell are consistent with a helmet that saw genuine field use and weathering, though as with all painted german helmets on the collecting market, buyers should weigh paint authenticity on its own merits and inspect in hand. the steel shell displays a multi-tone camouflage scheme in green, brown, and dark pigments over the dome, skirt, and rim, with extensive honest flaking, surface abrasion, and oxidation exposing the underlying metal and factory finish throughout, particularly across the crown. the 'ns64' maker and size stamp is struck into the left interior skirt. the interior retains much of its original dark factory paint, with a scratched, v-shaped mark visible on the interior skirt, likely a period ownership or unit scratch-mark. the helmet is fitted with its m31-type leather liner band, pierced with the standard perforations and drawn together by its working drawstring, showing light overall toning and minor edge wear but remaining supple and structurally intact. the leather chinstrap is complete and attached at both sides, stamped with a partly legible maker's mark beginning 'rahm &, ' the remainder to be confirmed on close inspection, and displays surface creasing and age-hardening consistent with the rest of the helmet. condition throughout the shell, liner, and chinstrap is honest and consistent with a combat-worn helmet of the period, with no indication of modern reproduction touch-up. a striking, all-original example of the m40 combat helmet, its heavily weathered multi-tone camouflage, surviving m31 liner, and maker-stamped chinstrap combining to make the history of wartime german helmet camouflage immediately tangible."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"454","title":{"en":"wwii german m40 stahlhelm ns64 multi-tone camo"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26046/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII German M40 Stahlhelm, size NS64, featuring multi-tone camouflage. Dating to the World War II period, this military helmet is made of metal, likely steel. The surface displays a distinct multi-tone camouflage pattern in shades of brown, green, and possibly yellow, showing signs of wear and age. The classic M40 design includes rolled edges and ventilation holes on the sides.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.211Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,000 - $3,000","currency":"USD","id":26046,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26047/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"use eaglescorpsconsign.com for a fast, easy appraisal"},"estimateMax":20,"lotNumber":"455","title":{"en":"consign today"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26047/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This lot is a digital image of an advertisement for Eagles Corps International's December Militaria Auction, inviting consignments. It highlights zero seller fees and commission charges, along with benefits like fast payout, professional service, and free appraisals. The ad provides a website, Eaglescorpsconsign.com, for submissions. This lot functions as a promotional information piece rather than a physical item for sale.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.213Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$10 - $20","currency":"USD","id":26047,"estimateMin":10},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26048/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26048/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26048/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26048/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26048/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german stahlhelm m35/m40 pattern leather chinstrap with light-metal buckle and attachment studs offered here is an original world war ii german steel helmet chinstrap of the standard m35/m40 pattern, comprising the long adjustable strap and its shorter buckled section that together secured the stahlhelm liner beneath the wearer's chin. no maker or date stamp is legible in the photographs, and no named recipient or unit provenance accompanies the piece; its story rests in its construction and hardware rather than any documented individual service record. the german steel helmet chinstrap evolved across the m35, m40, and m42 helmet series, with hundreds of small leather-goods firms producing them to wehrmacht contract specification. early-war production favored aluminum stud-and-buckle hardware for its light weight and corrosion resistance, but as the german war economy came under increasing strain from 1940 onward, strategic metal conservation measures pushed manufacturers toward zinc-plated, blued, or painted steel fittings. the light-toned buckle and studs on this example are consistent with the earlier-to-mid-war production window, circa 1938-1943, when aluminum or aluminum-alloy hardware still circulated before wholesale substitution with steel became standard practice. the strap is formed from a single long section pierced with a graduated run of adjustment holes, paired with a shorter buckled tab; both terminate in folded, slotted ends designed to engage the stud fittings on the helmet liner's d-rings. the buckle is a simple rectangular pattern in light-colored metal, likely aluminum or a zinc-coated steel, showing light surface oxidation and traces of verdigris consistent with age. the stud fittings at each strap end retain their original slotted openings, with visible surface wear and light corrosion around the securing points, and the stitching at the buckle tab remains intact, holding the folded leather securely in place. the leather throughout displays honest, unrestored vintage wear: surface crazing, drying, and moderate stiffness typical of an example of this age, with scattered edge nicks, darkened toning to the exterior face, and a lighter brown reverse visible in the close-up views. the hardware, while lightly oxidized, remains functional, and the buckle continues to articulate correctly against its mating strap. a solid, honestly worn example of a widely collected component of german steel helmet equipage, offering collectors an affordable entry point into genuine wehrmacht field gear."},"estimateMax":160,"lotNumber":"456","title":{"en":"wwii german stahlhelm m35/40 leather chinstrap"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26048/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII German Stahlhelm M35/40 leather chinstrap. This military accessory dates to the World War II period and is made from dark, aged leather, showing significant wear and distress. The chinstrap includes a metal buckle and adjustment holes, consistent with its function to secure a helmet. Its original context would have been as a component of a German M35 or M40 Stahlhelm.","soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:09:59.586Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$90 - $160","currency":"USD","id":26048,"estimateMin":90},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26049/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26049/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26049/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26049/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26049/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26049/020/020.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26049/021/021.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"offered here is a desirable wwii german heer model m40 double-decal stahlhelm, retaining both the german army eagle and the national tricolor shield. the shell is stamped \"q62,\" identifying production by f.w. quist of esslingen in size 62, with the rear skirt stamped with the lot number \"242.\""},"estimateMax":3500,"lotNumber":"457","title":{"en":"ww2 german army m40 double decal helmet"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26049/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II German Army M40 helmet, notable for its 'double decal' feature. The helmet is made of metal, exhibiting a distressed grey-green finish with areas of rust and wear. A shield-shaped decal featuring a gold-colored eagle clutching a swastika is prominently visible on the left side. The helmet retains its chinstrap, made of brown leather, which shows significant signs of age and wear.","soldPrice":950,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:10:47.180Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,800 - $3,500","currency":"USD","id":26049,"estimateMin":1800},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26050/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26050/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26050/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26050/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26050/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26050/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26050/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26050/016/016.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"original wwii german m35 kriegsmarine double-decal steel helmet, retaining both its naval eagle and national shield decals.the helmet features the characteristic early m35 construction with a rolled rim and separate inserted ventilation bushings. finished in field gray, the shell displays the kriegsmarine gold eagle and swastika decal to one side and the black, white and red national tricolor shield to the opposite side. both decals remain substantially present and show expected age, surface wear and abrasions.the interior retains its original-style brown leather liner with perforated fingers and drawstring arrangement, together with a brown leather chinstrap and metal buckle. the rear interior of the shell is stamped \u201c3482,\u201d while the side maker/size marking appears to read \u201cq66,\u201d consistent with production by f.w. quist of esslingen in shell size 66.the exterior retains a substantial amount of its period field-gray finish with scattered scratches, handling marks and areas of honest service wear. the liner shows age, darkening, creasing, dryness and wear from use, while the chinstrap remains present with age-related surface wear.a highly desirable wwii german kriegsmarine m35 double-decal helmet retaining both decals, original-type liner, chinstrap and legible shell markings. overall very good field-used condition with attractive period patina."},"estimateMax":4000,"lotNumber":"458","title":{"en":"wwii german kriegsmarine m35 double-decal steel helmet \u2013 q66"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26050/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII German Kriegsmarine M35 double-decal steel helmet, identified as a Q66 model, from the World War II period. This combat helmet is made of dark-green painted steel. It features a prominent national eagle decal with a swastika on one side, signifying its Kriegsmarine affiliation, and another decal, likely the national colors, on the opposing side. A leather chin strap is attached.","soldPrice":2600,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:11:29.376Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$2,000 - $4,000","currency":"USD","id":26050,"estimateMin":2000},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26051/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26051/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26051/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26051/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26051/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26051/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26051/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26051/016/016.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwi - weimar-era reichsmarine m18 helmet. this exceptional german model 1918 steel helmet represents a rare transitional piece, showcasing the distinct identity of the weimar-era reichsmarine. constructed on a classic wwi-pattern m18 shell, the helmet is defined by its deep skirt, rolled edge, and prominent side ventilation fittings. the exterior is finished in a dark green paint that exhibits significant age-related flaking and surface oxidation, contributing to a pronounced veteran aesthetic. the defining feature of this piece is the reichsmarine naval shield applied to the left side. officially adopted in 1924, the insignia depicts crossed gold anchors on a pale field, a design that preceded the standardized decals of the third reich. the decal remains legible despite age-induced cracking and localized losses. the interior retains its original leather liner system, featuring multiple tongues secured by a drawstring, which displays expected period staining and wear. a leather chinstrap is also present, showing dryness consistent with the age of the piece. this helmet serves as a compelling artifact of german naval history during the interwar period."},"estimateMax":2500,"lotNumber":"459","title":{"en":"wwi german navy m18 helmet single decal"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26051/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War I German Navy M18 helmet, characterized by its single decal. The metal helmet has a dark green base color with significant distressing and paint loss, revealing a mottled texture. A shield-shaped decal featuring an anchor and crossed tools motif is present on the right side. The classic M18 flared skirt design is visible, and the helmet includes a chin strap with a metal buckle.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.214Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,200 - $2,500","currency":"USD","id":26051,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":10,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26052/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26052/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26052/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26052/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26052/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german wehrmacht canvas bread bag carrying strap (brotbeutelriemen), field-adapted as a stahlhelm foliage/camouflage band offered here is an original world war ii german canvas bread bag carrying strap, the standard brotbeutelriemen issued to accompany the m31 bread bag, shown here in a reference photograph wrapped and hooked across a camouflage-painted stahlhelm to illustrate its well-documented secondary role as an improvised foliage band. no separate published biography accompanies the piece; its significance rests in the well-established pattern of frontline field expedients recorded in period photographs and the general history of wehrmacht personal equipment. the bread bag strap was never intended as helmet equipment, but the exigencies of the front quickly turned ordinary field gear to new purposes. landser on every front found that the tough canvas webbing and steel snap hooks of the brotbeutelriemen could be looped tightly around an m35, m40, or m42 helmet shell, creating a taut band into which twigs, grass, and cut foliage could be wedged to break up the helmet's telltale silhouette. this was a soldier's solution born of necessity rather than official doctrine, and surviving straps showing this kind of wear and repurposing are prized by collectors precisely because they capture the improvisational, lived-in character of frontline soldiering rather than the parade-ground standard. the helmet pictured is illustrative only, shown to demonstrate the manner of wear, and is not part of this lot. the strap itself is constructed of heavy folded cotton/linen canvas webbing in an olive-drab to khaki-green shade, with a rectangular steel slider adjustment buckle and two spring-loaded snap hooks, each anchored into a stitched, riveted leather teardrop-shaped tab. one leather tab retains a faint stamped acceptance mark within the shield-shaped leather panel. the reverse shows the strap's original folded and stitched construction as a shoulder carry, with a hand-sewn repair visible along one fold where the webbing has been rejoined. the photographs do not otherwise establish a maker or dated marking, so attribution rests on the strap's form, hardware, and construction. the canvas webbing displays light overall staining, ingrained soiling, and edge fraying consistent with hard field use, while the leather tabs show typical surface crazing and age-hardening. the steel hardware, including the slider buckle, connecting link, and both snap hooks, carries an honest surface patina with oxidation and loss of original finish, though the stitching remains substantially sound and no significant structural tears or breaks are present. a modest yet evocative piece of frontline wehrmacht field equipment, this bread bag strap speaks directly to the soldier's improvised craft of concealment and survival on the battlefields of the second world war."},"estimateMax":90,"lotNumber":"460","title":{"en":"wwii german bread bag strap - stahlhelm camo band"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26052/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a WWII German bread bag strap, also usable as a Stahlhelm camo band. Dating to the World War II period, this military accessory is constructed from olive-green fabric, likely canvas or webbing, showing signs of wear and discoloration. It features leather tabs and metal hardware, including hooks or clips, at both ends for attachment. The strap is designed for practical use, either for a bread bag or as a camouflage band for a Stahlhelm.","soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:12:28.599Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$50 - $90","currency":"USD","id":26052,"estimateMin":50},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26053/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26053/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26053/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26053/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26053/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26053/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26053/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26053/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26053/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26053/020/020.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"original wwii german m42 stahlhelm manufactured by eisenhüttenwerke thale (et) in shell size 64, with production lot number 1623 stamped to the interior rear skirt. helmet retains a substantially intact heer eagle decal and dark field-gray combat finish showing honest service wear, scratches, scattered oxidation and age patina. classic m42 construction is evident in the simplified raw, outward-flared shell edge and stamped ventilation openings. interior retains its period leather liner showing considerable age, dryness, cracking and losses. chinstrap is absent. a solid, untouched-appearing example of a wartime german heer m42 combat helmet."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"461","title":{"en":"wwii german heer m42 et64 single-decal combat helmet \u2013 lot 1623"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26053/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a WWII German Heer M42 ET64 single-decal combat helmet, lot 1623, from the World War II period. The helmet is made of dark-grey metal, showing a worn finish. A single eagle decal with a swastika is visible on one side, characteristic of German Army (Heer) headgear. This piece represents a later model combat helmet from the war.","soldPrice":1200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:13:06.007Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,000 - $3,000","currency":"USD","id":26053,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26054/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26054/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26054/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26054/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26054/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26054/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26054/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26054/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26054/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26054/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26054/011/011.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"offered here is a wwii german wehrmacht heer model 1940 steel combat helmet retaining its single heer eagle-and-swastika decal, original-style m31 leather liner assembly, and leather chinstrap. the rear skirt is stamped with heat lot number \"217,\" providing an important manufacturing reference associated with the shell's production batch. introduced in 1940 as a simplified successor to the m35, the m40 retained the familiar german stahlhelm profile while incorporating several production changes intended to streamline manufacture. most notably, the ventilation openings were pressed directly into the steel shell rather than employing the separately inserted vent bushings found on the m35. the ventilation opening visible on this helmet is consistent with m40 construction. m40 helmets were produced in enormous numbers and saw widespread service throughout the second world war with german army formations across europe, north africa, and the eastern front. the shell retains a dark field-grey finish with extensive age and service wear, including scattered oxidation, surface rust, abrasions, scratches, and areas of finish loss. the exterior presents a well-used, untouched appearance without evidence of modern refinishing. the left side retains the heer eagle decal on its dark shield. approximately 60-70 percent of the decal remains visible, with the eagle, wings, and swastika still readily identifiable despite surface wear, oxidation, and localized loss. the interior retains an eight-tongue perforated leather m31 liner mounted to its metal liner band, with the central drawstring remaining present. the leather exhibits substantial age-related darkening, creasing, surface wear, and minor deterioration consistent with long-term use and storage. a leather chinstrap with metal buckle remains fitted and shows age, wear, and finish loss to the hardware. the rear skirt is clearly stamped \"217,\" representing the helmet's heat lot or production batch number."},"estimateMax":1400,"lotNumber":"462","title":{"en":"wwii german heer m40 single-decal stahlhelm"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26054/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II German Heer M40 single-decal stahlhelm, an example of military headwear from the period. The helmet is made of metal, likely steel, and features a dark, worn finish. A prominent single decal of a golden Wehrmacht eagle and swastika is visible on the left side, indicating its affiliation. The helmet includes part of a leather chinstrap, and exhibits signs of age and use with some surface wear and minor pitting.","soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:14:29.461Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$800 - $1,400","currency":"USD","id":26054,"estimateMin":800},{"startPrice":20,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26055/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26055/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26055/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26055/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26055/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26055/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26055/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26055/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26055/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26055/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26055/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26055/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26055/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26055/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26055/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26055/016/016.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german m40 stahlhelm with wolfsangel shield decal. world war ii german m40-style stahlhelm with dark field-grey finish heavily oxidized and paint-worn, leather chinstrap remnant, and single black shield decal with white/silver wolfsangel (wolf-hook) device on wearer's right side. exact unit affiliation not confirmed from primary view alone (symbol associated with various volunteer/specialized formations as presented). approx. 13 photos. sold as historical artifact. condition fair."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"463","title":{"en":"wwii german m40 stahlhelm with wolfsangel shield"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26055/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II German M40 stahlhelm, a piece of military headwear. The helmet is constructed from metal, likely steel, and features a weathered, grey-toned finish. A distinctive wolfsangel shield decal, with a white lightning bolt-like symbol on a black background, is present on its left side. The helmet shows significant surface wear, consistent with combat use, and retains a portion of a black chin strap.","soldPrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:15:27.080Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $600","currency":"USD","id":26055,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26056/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26056/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26056/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26056/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26056/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26056/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26056/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26056/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26056/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26056/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26056/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26056/012/012.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german m35 dd ordnungspolizei helmet shell, et64. offered here is a wwii german model 1935 stahlhelm manufactured by eisenhuettenwerke thale and marked et64, denoting thale manufacture and a size 64 shell. the helmet is configured as an early double-decal ordnungspolizei helmet and retains the distinctive police eagle decal on the left side, together with remnants of the nsdap party shield on the opposite side. polizei m35 helmets were issued to uniformed german police formations during the prewar and early-war period and utilized the same basic combat-shell construction as those issued to the wehrmacht. the shell displays the defining features of the m35 pattern, including a fully rolled rim and separately inserted ventilation bushings. the left-side decal consists of the black shield bearing the silver-white ordnungspolizei eagle and wreath device, which remains readily identifiable despite considerable service wear and age. the opposite side retains partial red-and-white remnants of the original nsdap party shield. the exterior features a dark field-grey to green finish with extensive signs of service, including scratches, abrasions, scattered oxidation, and finish loss concentrated around the crown and rim. the interior is finished to match and bears the clear et64 maker and size marking, along with an additional production lot number. this desirable early-pattern german police helmet shell remains a strong study example, capturing the aesthetic of double-decal configurations issued before wartime production simplifications."},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"464","title":{"en":"wwii german m35 dd ordnungspolizei helmet shell"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26056/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II German M35 DD Ordnungspolizei helmet shell, an example of military police headwear. The helmet is made of metal, likely steel, and features a matte green-grey finish with visible wear and pitting. It is notable for its double decal configuration, though only one is clearly visible, depicting the Police eagle on a black shield background. The helmet shell includes ventilation holes but lacks internal components or chinstrap.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.216Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","currency":"USD","id":26056,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26057/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26057/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26057/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26057/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26057/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26057/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26057/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26057/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26057/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26057/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26057/011/011.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"offered here is a striking wwii german luftwaffe model 1935 stahlhelm retaining a heavily worn tropical tan camouflage finish associated with german operations in north africa and the mediterranean. the helmet displays the classic m35 construction, including its rolled rim and separately inserted ventilation bushings, and retains a strong luftwaffe eagle-and-swastika decal on the left side. the exterior has been overpainted in a sandy ochre/tan camouflage color over the original darker luftwaffe blue-gray finish, with extensive field wear exposing the underlying factory paint across the crown, sides, skirt, and brim. the result is a visually compelling layered surface that strongly suggests prolonged service use. the tropical finish shows broad abrasions, scratches, scattered finish loss, and natural age throughout rather than a uniform or recently applied appearance. the luftwaffe decal remains unusually well preserved against the surrounding worn finish, with the eagle, wings, talons, and swastika all sharply legible. the decal's survival is particularly notable given the substantial wear to the surrounding camouflage coating. the opposite side is consistent with the standard single-decal configuration. the interior retains its leather m31-pattern liner assembly, showing heavy age, darkening, staining, cracking, and wear to the tongues, with the original drawstring still present. a leather chinstrap is also fitted and exhibits age and use consistent with the helmet. the rear interior skirt carries a visible lot or production number, 1380. tropical-painted luftwaffe helmets saw use throughout the mediterranean theater, including north africa, sicily, italy, greece, and other warm-weather operational areas. such helmets were often field-modified with sand or tan coatings to reduce visibility against arid terrain, producing the distinctive contrast between the lighter overpaint and darker factory finish seen here. this is a visually impressive and highly collectible luftwaffe m35, distinguished by its surviving tropical camouflage, strong decal, intact liner system, and heavily worn combat appearance. its layered finish and overall presentation make it a particularly appealing example of a german tropical-theater steel helmet."},"estimateMax":4000,"lotNumber":"465","title":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe m35 tropical camo helmet"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26057/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a World War II German Luftwaffe M35 tropical camo helmet, a piece of military headwear. The helmet is made of metal and covered in a textured, light brown or tan tropical camouflage paint finish, with significant wear revealing darker layers beneath. A prominent Luftwaffe eagle and swastika decal in silver is visible on the left side. 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Made of fabric, it features a camouflage pattern in shades of brown, green, and yellow on one side, with the implication of a reverse side for different camouflage. The cover is designed to fit over a helmet and exhibits sewn fabric tabs or loops, likely for attaching foliage or securing it to the helmet.","soldPrice":850,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:19:38.242Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$300 - $800","currency":"USD","id":26058,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":10,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26059/001/001.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"tbd"},"estimateMax":30,"lotNumber":"467","title":{"en":"tbd"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26059/view","directSalePrice":10,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a digital graphic outlining 'Payment & Shipping' policies for Eagles Corps International. It is not an auction lot but rather an informational graphic, likely used in a digital catalog or on a website. 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Made of metal, likely steel, the helmet has a dark, worn finish characteristic of field use. It prominently displays a Waffen-SS runic shield decal in black on a golden background on its left side. The helmet shows signs of age and use, including surface wear, and includes a section of a leather chinstrap.","soldPrice":1200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:20:59.733Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$4,000 - $8,000","currency":"USD","id":26060,"estimateMin":4000},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26061/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26061/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26061/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26061/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26061/010/010.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii-era german police (ordnungspolizei) service trousers in the characteristic blue-grey police wool. made by roger kauert of dresden. the stamp 'pol.ba. 1943' denotes 'polizei-bekleidungsamt' (police clothing office) and the production year. the features, such as the d-ring for a dagger hanger, the distinctive herringbone twill suspension straps, and the high-quality buckle hardware (marked 'd.r.g.m.', indicating 'deutsches reichsgebrauchsmuster'), are consistent with authentic german military/police supply manufacture stamp."},"estimateMax":1400,"lotNumber":"469","title":{"en":"wwii polizei assault gun trousers"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26061/view","directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"These are World War II Polizei assault gun trousers, a piece of German military or police uniform. Made of green-grey fabric, possibly wool or a blend, these trousers feature a high-waisted design with a broad, contrasting light-colored waistband. They include multiple pockets, belt loops, and appear to have tapered legs with adjustable closures, consistent with uniform worn by vehicle crews for practicality. 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The prominent round buckle is made of metal, featuring a detailed eagle perched atop a swastika, surrounded by oak leaves and the motto 'Meine Ehre heißt Treue' (My Honor is Loyalty). The buckle is attached to a dark leather belt, which is part of a complete rig including a leather cross-strap, indicating its use as part of an officer's service dress.","soldPrice":450,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:22:25.309Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$900 - $1,700","currency":"USD","id":26062,"estimateMin":900},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26063/019/019.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german luftwaffe m35 double decal stahlhelm shell by eisenhuettenwerke thale, marked et64/4282, dated 1937, with fliegerhorst leipheim ink acceptance stamps and the soldier's name \"seufert\" offered here is a model 1935 stahlhelm shell of luftwaffe issue, manufactured by eisenhuettenwerke thale (et) and stamped et64 with lot number 4282 to the interior skirt. the dome interior retains a factory/unit ink stamp dated 1937 alongside a boxed acceptance mark reading \"fl.g.kdo. ii/255, leipheim, \" identifying issue through fliegerhorst leipheim, a luftwaffe airfield command in bavaria, and the handwritten surname \"seufert\" in period ink, presumably the soldier to whom the helmet was issued. no separate published biography for this individual has been located; the identification rests entirely on these surviving interior markings. the m35 pattern was formally adopted on 25 june 1935, its separately-inserted vent bushings and rolled rim edge distinguishing it from the m16 and m18 shells that preceded it. early production across the branches of the wehrmacht carried a double decal scheme, the branch eagle to the wearer's left and the national tricolor shield to the right. regulations ordered the removal of the tricolor shield from 1940 and the branch eagle from 1943, as combat experience showed the decals could betray a soldier's position at range, making surviving double-decal examples with legible factory and unit markings a comparatively narrow and earlier window of manufacture and issue. this example's 1937 date and leipheim acceptance stamps place it squarely within luftwaffe ground establishment service in the years immediately preceding the outbreak of war. the steel shell retains its rolled edge and separately inserted vent bushings, with the et64 and 4282 stampings to the lower skirt remaining crisp and fully legible. the right-side national tricolor decal, in black, yellow, and red, survives approximately 75-80% intact, showing honest age crazing, edge lifting, and small chips consistent with decades of storage. the left-side luftwaffe eagle-and-swastika decal is considerably more degraded, with only fragments of the wings and lower emblem visible, estimated at 20-25% remaining. the interior dome retains the ink-stamped leipheim acceptance mark, the 1937 date stamp, and the handwritten surname \"seufert, \" all exceptionally legible for a wartime ink application of this age. the exterior surface shows extensive age-related patina running from smoky grey to mottled ochre and rust-brown, with associated oxidation, scattered minor pitting, scuffing, and paint loss to the high points and rim, all consistent with age. a genuinely early luftwaffe m35 shell whose surviving double decal, crisp et64/4282 factory stamps, and named fliegerhorst leipheim ink markings combine to document both its manufacture and its original field issue."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"471","title":{"en":"named luftwaffe m35 dd shell, et64, leipheim"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26063/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This is a named World War II Luftwaffe M35 DD helmet shell, manufactured by ET64, originating from Leipheim. The helmet shell, made of metal, likely steel, exhibits a heavily worn light grey paint finish with underlying layers visible. It features a double decal (DD) configuration, with a Luftwaffe eagle and swastika decal visible on the left side. The helmet is notable for its named provenance and shows significant signs of age and combat wear.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.221Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,000","currency":"USD","id":26063,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":40,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26064/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26064/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26064/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26064/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26064/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26064/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26064/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26064/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26064/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26064/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26064/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26064/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26064/013/013.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii german ss m35 double-decal stahlhelm with scraped runes and party shield, soldier name \"pathe\" painted to liner band, ink-stamped unit notation to leather. offered here is a wehrmacht m35 pattern steel combat helmet retaining the heavily effaced remnants of its original factory-applied ss runes to the wearer's left and the black-white-red national party shield to the right, each now reduced to fragmentary pigment and faint outlines. the rear neck apron bears the surname pathe painted in white over a dark patch, positioned above a partially legible stamped number. an ink stamp to the leather liner references an \"ss-freiw.\" formation and a regimental number, providing a historical context to this specific example. adopted by the german military in 1935, the m35 is distinguished by its separately inserted ventilation bushings and cleanly rolled shell edge. early production shells left the factory bearing both the ss insignia and the national tricolor shield, a scheme modified as the war progressed. helmets surviving with visible traces of both insignia, subsequently scraped either in the field for camouflage discipline or during the immediate postwar period, form a distinct and actively collected category, offering tangible evidence of the shifting doctrine and political climate under which they were carried. the steel shell retains an older semi-gloss field-grey overpaint showing scattered chipping, surface scratching, minor pitting, and overall patina consistent with age and handling. both decal positions show heavy loss, leaving fragmentary painted outlines and scattered pigment traces, with white remnants defining the former ss shield and red and cream fragments surviving at the margins of the national shield. the fitted leather liner is complete with its perforated tongues and drawstring, showing expected drying and staining, with the painted name pathe clearly legible on the neck apron above a partly obscured stamped number. the ink unit stamp remains visible along the leather liner band, accompanied by a small split near the edge. the leather chinstrap is present, showing age-appropriate creasing and wear, and carries a stamped r.b.nr. code consistent with a wartime replacement strap. this honestly worn m35 double-decal helmet, with its scraped insignia, named liner, and stamped fittings, offers a compelling window into the changing camouflage doctrine and turbulent final years of the war effort."},"estimateMax":8000,"lotNumber":"472","title":{"en":"wwii german ss m35 double-decal stahlhelm, named"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26064/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War II German SS M35 double-decal Stahlhelm, an example of military headgear from the mid-22th century. The helmet is notable for its 'double-decal' feature and is identified as 'named', suggesting an inscribed or otherwise identifiable owner. Visually, it is a dark-colored, possibly metal, helmet with a distinctive flared rim and appears to have a textured, matte finish, possibly paint, with visible wear and a chinstrap. One prominent decal, possibly a shield or crest, is partially visible and worn on the side. The helmet shows signs of historical use and wear.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.223Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$4,000 - $8,000","currency":"USD","id":26064,"estimateMin":4000},{"startPrice":20,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26065/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26065/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26065/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26065/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26065/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26065/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26065/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26065/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26065/009/009.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii japanese type 90 tetsub helmet, kanji-marked. wwii imperial japanese army type 90 (tetsub) steel combat helmet shell, showa-era manufacture, star insignia removed, interior painted with kanji and numeral identification marks, fitted with a later three-pad leather liner offered here is an original steel shell from the imperial japanese army's type 90 combat helmet, the ubiquitous \"tetsub\" that armed japanese soldiers from the second sino-japanese war through the closing days of the pacific war. adopted in imperial year 2590 - 1930 by the western calendar, hence the type 90 designation - this pattern became the definitive steel helmet of japan's ground forces during the invasions of manchuria and china proper, and later across the island and jungle campaigns of the central and south pacific, burma, and the philippines. stamped from thin chrome-molybdenum alloy for light weight and produced in vast quantities by numerous arsenals and subcontractors through 1945, the shell was designed to accept a five-pointed brass or steel star for army troops, fixed through a small rectangular slot in the front plate - the same mounting slot, now empty, visible on this example. the olive-brown painted steel dome shows the characteristic paired ventilation eyelets at the crown and the flared, rolled brim of the type 90 pattern. moderate surface scratching, scuffing, and scattered oxidation and pitting are concentrated on the front face and crown, with a patch of active rust bloom evident on the reverse of the shell. the frontal star insignia is no longer fitted, leaving the vertical rectangular mounting slot open and surrounded by an oxidized shadow-imprint where the badge once sat. white-painted kanji and numeral markings survive along the interior rim, reading approximately '(7) 2 400'."},"estimateMax":400,"lotNumber":"473","title":{"en":"wwii japanese type 90 tetsub helmet"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26065/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War II Japanese Type 90 Tetsubo helmet, representing military headgear from the mid-20th century. The helmet is a rounded, olive-drab piece of equipment, likely made of metal. It features a simple, unadorned dome shape with a slight brim. Visible details include small ventilation holes on the top and what appears to be a fabric chinstrap in a lighter color attached to the sides. The surface shows some wear and a glossy or semi-glossy finish.","lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T00:27:06.225Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $400","currency":"USD","id":26065,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":40,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26066/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26066/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26066/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26066/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26066/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26066/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/eaglescorps/cloned-images/26066/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2026-10-26","available":false,"description":{"en":"wwii imperial japanese army type 90 (tetsubo) combat helmet with star insignia, late-war canvas liner marked \"250 \" and original tie-tape chinstrap offered is a world war ii imperial japanese army type 90 steel combat helmet, the standard-issue tetsubo of japan's ground forces from its 1930 adoption through the surrender in 1945. the shell retains its brass five-pointed star front insignia, a hallmark of imperial army issue, and is fitted with a substitute canvas liner bearing ink brush kanji and a hand-inked \"250 \" inventory notation, a configuration closely associated with the material shortages of the war's final years. adopted in imperial year 2590 (1930), the type 90 equipped japanese infantry through the second sino-japanese war and every major pacific campaign that followed, from the jungle fighting of guadalcanal and new guinea to the defense of the philippines and the final battles for the home islands. standard production called for a leather or pigskin three-pad liner, but as raw materials grew scarce late in the war, depots and factories turned to heavy cotton canvas as an emergency substitute, a shift reflecting the mounting strain on japan's wartime industrial base. helmets fitted with this style of liner are frequently associated with late-1944-1945 manufacture, reserve and militia issue, and the frantic buildup undertaken in anticipation of an allied invasion of the home islands. the brushed kanji and numeral on the liner tab, while not fully translated, are consistent with the depot or unit inventory notation common to materiel processed under these conditions. the steel shell displays a dark olive-drab to khaki-brown painted finish with heavy overall wear: scattered scratches and abrasions across the crown and brim, small spots of surface oxidation, and honest losses consistent with extended handling and age. the brass star retains substantial traces of its original yellow field paint, worn through to darker metal at the raised edges. the interior canvas liner is complete and constructed with period stitching, showing three shaped pads, cloth suspension tabs, and the noted ink inscriptions."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"474","title":{"en":"wwii ija type 90 combat helmet, canvas liner"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/eaglescorps/source/catalog/auction/81332/lot/26066/view","tags":["uscollectibles_militaria","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":40,"fullPriceVat":true,"aiDescription":"This item is a World War II Imperial Japanese Army (IJA) Type 90 combat helmet, a piece of military headgear from the mid-20th century. 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