Early 1950s USAF B-15C Flight Jacket Size 42 (Fits M/L)
From 1950-1952 in the Korean Conflict, all USAF flight jackets were manufactured in a blue color, but due to the lack of camouflage if pilots were shot down over water or enemy territory, the USAF changed their color of flight jackets to OD green. These blue flight jackets were therefore only made in very limited numbers and were even back then, a very desirable and collectible item.
- Made in USA 1950-1952 by A. Pritzker & Sons Inc.
- 100% nylon twill outer in deep blue, soft nylon inner and alpaca wool interlining
- Two slanted front pockets and two inner pockets - all with working stud buttons
- Super soft mouton collar with button tap closure
- Worsted wool cuffs and waistband
- Cotton canvas pocket lining
- Main zipper is a 1950's Crown HBT spring zipper
- Shoulder pocket has a Conmar zipper with leather pull and pencil slots
- Heavy nylon oxygen mask retainer on front
- Snap down button tabs for microphone wiring attachments in each side
- Faded USAF decal inside
- The original 'black label' in neck
- Condition: Amazing condition with a few signs of wear: Spots on front, back and sleeves that are so small and are hard to capture on camera. Some wear to the right arm (see photo). Insignificant wear to the collar and a few bites to the wool waistband.
- Size: Labeled size 42. This jacket its a mens modern size L or perhaps M with a slightly oversized fit. Please see actual measurements below before purchase:
- Pit to pit: 26”
- Shoulder to shoulder: 21”
- Sleeve from shoulder to end of cuff: 25.5”
- Length front from neckline: 21.3”
- Length from neckline down back: 23.5”
