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WWII US AAF FLIGHT GOGGLES -
Military aviation was first introduced during WWI. The need arose for pilots to wear special protective
clothing to save them from the elements caused by flying in an exposed cockpit. This was the birth of
the flight jacket and flight suits.
The item featured here is an example of the flight attire employed by the American armed forces.
This is a set of US Army Air Force flight goggles. As issued during WWII. Rubber frame with
multiple lenses for different weather/lighting conditions. Complete with the carrying cloth
bag.
The front of the case reads "Polaroid, All purpose goggle kit, No. 1021".
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This page is a recognition and identification guide for US Military Flight gear
Multiple detailed photos of a specific sample are provided. Descriptions point
out clearly defined areas that should be noted.
One of the most commonly asked questions is "How much is my flight gear worth?".
A price guide is included here to address this question. The value of the gear is
reviewed over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth
of the American military flight jackets in the collector's market is illustrated.
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The carrying case comes with printed instructions that read as follows:
INSTRUCTIONS
to clean lens - Use a soft cloth and clean gently to
avoid scratching the surface of the plastic.
To replace the lens - Loosen the snap fasteners around the lens. Remove ends
of headband and insert new lens. insert lens into chanel of frame. fasten
snaps.
To use extra lenses - For permanent use, replace lens in frame. For temporary
anti-glare either of the green lenses can be used over clear windfoil lens.
loosen headband at frame to make loop. slip headband loop into T-slot of extra
lens. Tighten headband.
Polirizing anti-glare lenses, with their special glare reducing properties, are
supplied in this goggle kit. Non-polarizing lenses are
supplied for use when no glare is present.
Polaroid Corporation
Cambridge, Mass.
T.M. Reg U.S. pat Off.
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This US flight gear may be currently
reproduced.
It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because
the quality of the reproductions is improving. The collector must become familiarized with
the construction style and materials employed in the manufacturing of this item.
Attention to the details is critical in order to be able to determine the authenticity of
the collectible.
If you have an interest is seeing other US military flight gear, you can do so by going to our
The History of the American Flight Jacket
identification and price guide.
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