(which primarily made AN6530 Goggles) and Willson. Frame and hinge design varied slightly from contractor to contractor. Made of an Olive Drab wool gabardine crown and mohair by Airflow, this US Army Air Force Officer Crusher Cap in in EXCELLENT used condition! No holes or mothing, but there is some wear internally from use and age. Features both front and back brown chinstraps, along with the original officer front insignia.
As mentioned, this originates from the estate of Eugene Fobel, so it is interesting to note that he mounted the insignia lower than the normal position. Liner was purposefully removed by him, most likely to make it more comfortable when wearing. Made of glass with a wire frame, these AN6531 Aviator Sunglasses are in VERY NICE used condition! No damage, but there are various marks, scratches and wear to both the frames and glass lenses. The lenses themselves are the Type 1, and though they are not marked, I believe these were manufactured by Bausch and Lomb, based on the temple/arm style. Some scratches on the lenses, as you can see in the photos. Included with this set is the original 1944 Air Force Training Class Book; his Air Force Patch; andsome Small Pamphlets that were given to E. Fobel upon his graduation at Moore Field. Situated at Mission, TX, this Airfield was. Home of the 503d, 504th and 506th school squadrons, Army Air Forces Pilot School (Advanced Single Engine), the flying training units. The flying school was re-designated as the 2d Training Group in 1943. The facility conducted advanced pilot training of 6,000 pilots using BT-13, PT-19, AT-6, P-36 and P-43 aircraft. The school was reorganized as the 2529th Army Air Force Base Unit (Pilot School, Advanced Single Engine) on 1 April 1944. Note that I have other items from E. Fobel's estate that I have posted in other listings. A PERFECT addition to any collection or display! This item is in the category "Collectibles\Militaria\WW II (1939-45)\Original Period Items\United States\Hats & Helmets". The seller is "messerschmitt_109" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.