{"title":"Original Militaria","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur selection of original militaria from around the World, but primarily British and American.  The newest arrivals are listed first and so the further back you go, the more items will be sold out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"original-us-army-75th-infantry-division-patch-world-war-2-usa","title":"Original US Army 75th Infantry Division Patch, World War 2, USA","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal US Army 75th Infantry Division shoulder sleeve insignia (SSI).  The patch would have been worn on the shirts and jackets of US GIs who served in the Service Forces.  Original period item, with snowy back.  All patches sent are vintage, but they are \"NOS\" - new old stock that has not been used.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37660655026325,"sku":"R4-RG4E-J7HG","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/IMG_7947.jpg?v=1621773855"},{"product_id":"original-world-war-two-medal-ribbon-eame-us-forces","title":"Original World War Two Medal Ribbon, EAME, US Forces","description":"\u003cfont rwr=\"1\" size=\"4\" style=\"font-family:Arial\"\u003e\u003cfont rwr=\"1\" size=\"4\" style=\"font-family:Arial\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for an original EAME (Europe, Africa, Middle East) campaign medal ribbon.  These have been taken from a 1945 dated box and are unissued and in mint condition. They measure 35mm by 10mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37661524623509,"sku":"324096408517","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/IMG_7957.jpg?v=1610209659"},{"product_id":"world-war-one-era-portrait-photograph-framed-middlesex-regiment","title":"World War One Era Portrait Photograph, Framed, Middlesex Regiment","description":"\u003cp\u003eA large 36cm x 32cm and period framed portrait photograph of a Middlesex Regiment soldier, sadly unknown identity.  The frame is suffering slight wear and tear, but is intact, no timber decay or woodworm noted.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37853862494357,"sku":"ced_37853862494357","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/IMG_7971.jpg?v=1610209839"},{"product_id":"original-world-war-two-era-army-service-forces-patch-american-ssi","title":"Original World War Two Era Army Service Forces Patch, American, SSI","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn original World War 2 era SSI (shoulder sleeve insignia) as used the the Army Service Forces of the American armed forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine piece, 'snowy' back, good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37927468466325,"sku":"ced_37927468466325","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/f46729ee-ef41-4b04-bcaf-575c1a02d5bc.png?v=1610738993"},{"product_id":"copy-of-original-world-war-two-american-officer-s-visor-crusher-cap-size-7-3-8-approximately","title":"Original World War Two American Officer’s Visor (Crusher) Cap Chin Strap","description":"\u003cp\u003eA genuine Officer’s crusher cap chin strap.  The leather is a little hardened, but still flexible and there is has been one repair near the buckle, invisible when the strap is in place.  Brown leather, it does look black on the pictures, but it is the correct brown leather colour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39305271738517,"sku":"ced_39305271738517","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/IMG_0402.jpg?v=1614704436"},{"product_id":"original-us-army-69th-infantry-division-patch-world-war-2-usa","title":"Original US Army 69th Infantry Division Patch, World War 2, USA","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal US Army 69th Infantry Division shoulder sleeve insignia (SSI). The patch would have been worn on the shirts and jackets of US GIs who served in the Service Forces. Original period item, with snowy back. All patches sent are vintage, but they are \"NOS\" - new old stock that has not been used.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40288891535509,"sku":"69thpatch","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/IMG_3591.jpg?v=1623178870"},{"product_id":"original-world-war-two-american-8th-army-air-force-patch","title":"Original World War Two American 8th Army Air Force Patch","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal US Army, WW2 era, shoulder sleeve insignia (SSI).  The patch would have been worn on the shirts and jackets of US GIs who served in this unit.  Original period item, snow back.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40604328919189,"sku":"8thpatch-orig","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/IMG_5568.jpg?v=1626374298"},{"product_id":"original-world-war-two-american-communications-specialist-sleeve-patch-new-old-stock","title":"Original World War Two American Communications Specialist Sleeve Patch, New-Old-Stock","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal US Army, WW2 era, sleeve insignia, denoting Communications Specialist.  Genuine, period item.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41747079790741,"sku":"commspecpatch","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/IMG_9317.jpg?v=1641477515"},{"product_id":"original-american-world-war-two-era-m1938-parsons-jacket","title":"Original American World War Two Era M1938 Parsons Jacket, 40\"-42\" Chest","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn original US WW2 era M1938 Parsons jacket, the 1st type of what would later become the M41 jacket - the main difference being the pocket flaps, that are not present on the M41.  Worn and used condition, perfect for that combat impression.  General grime and dirt, stitched repairs on both arms, light fraying on the cuffs, hem and collar, but not too bad for a jacket of this style and era.  The zip has split slightly at the bottom, but still fastens, with care.  All buttons are present as is the maker's tag in the pocket, although this is washed out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasured by hand;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChest - 22 inches externally, so approximate 40 to 42\" chest total.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder seam to cuff - 23 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder to shoulder - 19 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop of collar to hem at rear - 25 1\/2 inches\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41752097947797,"sku":"m38parsons","price":350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/IMG_4597_b8eeea04-bb45-40ba-be15-b01fa7ae39e6.jpg?v=1659534700"},{"product_id":"original-american-us-world-war-two-era-b-14-flight-jacket","title":"Original American US World War Two Era, B-14 Flight Jacket","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn original and rare B-14 Flight Jacket.  Technically a flight jacket but rarely used as such, being standardised for Enlisted Men in early 1944.  It was worn exclusively by men of the Army Air Force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut in a similar style to the later Ike Jacket, the B-14 is made from a smooth wool and finished in OD shade 54.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example has an Army Air Force stamp inside the front and retains it's original label, showing manufacture by W \u0026amp; C Clothing Co.  Generally very good order, a couple of moth nips of the collar, one on the sleeve and one on the reverse (pictured). No rips or tears and retains all the original buttons.  Stated on the label to be a size 36, but measured by hand as follows;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePit to Pit - 20.5 inches (so a 38\" to 40\" chest)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder seam to cuff - 23 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaist - 17 inches (so 32\" to 34\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder to shoulder - 19 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful relic of a bygone era, getting harder and harder to find. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41863598506133,"sku":"b-14","price":300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/IMG_4586.jpg?v=1659388118"},{"product_id":"original-american-used-british-battledress-9th-air-force-large-size","title":"Original American Used British Battledress, 9th Air Force, Large Size","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn original\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBritish Battledress tunic, 1940 pattern. This is the austerity pattern that did away with the extra material used to make the fly front as well as removing pleats on the pockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Americans entered the war wearing the M-1941 jacket.  This jacket was quite unpopular, it was difficult to clean, not very hard wearing and not particularly warm in the harsh UK climate.  The ETO jacket was the answer to this, it was designed from British Battledress material (a heavy wool), unlined, and with a tailored collar for a shirt and tie, unlike the Battledress in mimicked.  It is quite an unusual jacket to see worn in old photographs, but is most usually associated with the US Army Air Forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven more unusually seen, is American personnel obtaining and wearing British BD.  This is what we have here, the tunic having been obtained by us from the United States. One photograph is included in the listing and note the 40 pattern BDs being worn on the back row.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tunic is in excellent condition, no significant soiling or staining, no significant areas of mothing, but one or two nips in places and no rips or tears. One of the collar hooks has been replaced.  It is furnished with;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. A pair of EM collar dogs, Army Air Force branch of service\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. A 9th Air Force SSI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. A pair of matching S\/Sgt stripes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Aerial gunner's wings clutch back and Sterling marked\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabel shows the manufacturer as Jackson The Tailor, with a 1943 date.  Size Marked 15 (5ft 11 to 6ft height, 42-43\" chest, 37-38\" waist).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, jacket measured by hand as follows;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePit to pit - 23 inches, so around a 42-44 Inch Chest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaist - 38 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder seam to cuff - 25 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder to shoulder - 19 1\/2 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41935975153813,"sku":"9thaf-britbd","price":300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/IMG_0423.jpg?v=1645197258"},{"product_id":"original-world-war-two-american-b-3-flight-jacket-large-size-44-h-bernstein-and-co","title":"Original World War Two American B-3 Flight Jacket, Large Size 44, H. Bernstein and Co","description":"\u003cp\u003eA genuine US B-3 flight jacket, which was the standard shearling flying jacket in use by the American Army Air Forces during World War Two.  The jacket is in a large 44R size, with the label showing Contract Number 42-18654-P.  Whilst it is not stated, I understand this contract was awarded to H. Bernstein and Co, being one of the better quality manufacturers of flight gear, who also produced D-1 jackets, the Overcoat, Parka Type and Trousers, Combat, Winter, Armoured Force Type III.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jacket is in reasonable condition for the age and displays well.  Remnants of AAF decal on left shoulder. Aside from the usual slight drying out of the leather, that would benefit from conditioning, the following issues noted;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. The original Talon zip is corroded and does not function. Verdigris showing to the zip and pop studs under the collar. Small leather tab added at the bottom of the zip, presumably to strengthen a slight tear (can be seen adjacent the zipper itself in the photos),\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. The stitching on one of the waist tabs has perished and so part of the tab is loose (pictured),\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Dry and slightly holed leather under the collar, as these are very prone to,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. The most noticeable issue is the split along the rear left shoulder.  This split does appear to have occured along a seam, and I've been quoted £150 for a specialist repair using a seam taken from a near destroyed B-6 jacket, but please make your own enquiries, \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. Small, circa 1 inch split in front of the right arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePriced accordingly, this would be £800+ in this wearable size without these issues.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42086746128533,"sku":"original-b3","price":475.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/IMG_0852.jpg?v=1648222546"},{"product_id":"original-world-war-two-brodie-helmet-type-ii-home-front","title":"Original World War Two Brodie Helmet, Type II, Home Front","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn original British Brodie helmet.  This is the Mk.2.,referred in it's entirety as Helmet, Steel, Mk.II, No.2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brodie helmet was standardised during the First World War, but continued in use until well into the later stages of the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis helmet is the Mk.2, introduced around 1938 and bearing more or less identical to the Mk.I, but differing in the chin strap and method of chin strap attachment.  Later Mk.2s had a different liner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe helmet has three drill holes on the rim adjacent the chin strap bales.  Helmets graded for combat use did not have any holes present.  Those with one or two holes present indicated manufacturing defects, and whilst being of use for the military, not suitable for combat. The next lowest grade was with three holes, indicating a lower grade of steel.  At the bottom of the quality range was a Brodie with four drill holes.  Helmets of three and four drill hole quality were reserved for Home Front use, firewatchers and the like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis helmet had a slightly deteriorated grey paint finish and I would therefore imagine it would have found use as a firewatchers helmet, who were often employees of British companies and would fire-watch from the factory premises roofs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo maker mark is vIsobel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is however a Mk.I. liner, missing it's foam padding at the top and lace to connect the flaps of the lining. The liner is dated 1940 with a BML maker mark, which is not known, but may just be a poorly stamped BMB, short for Briggs Motor Bodies of Dagenham.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42264525963413,"sku":"grey-brodie","price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/IMG_2138.jpg?v=1651786631"},{"product_id":"original-boer-war-queen-victoria-s-christmas-tin","title":"Original Boer War Queen Victoria’s Christmas Tin","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an original and good condition Christmas 1900 tin. These were issued to all British soldiers during Christmas 1900, as a way to aid morale. The tin included a number of Cadburys chocolate bars. This one is empty.   These were provided by three firms, Rowntree, Cadbury and Fry's.  This is the Rowntree variant, the rarest of the three.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42273370538133,"sku":"","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/image_37305541-ef74-442a-9a9f-0da955aa9cae.jpg?v=1651960521"},{"product_id":"original-american-world-war-two-era-officers-class-a-tunic-8th-air-force","title":"Original American World War Two Era, Officer's Class A Tunic, 8th Air Force","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn original US WW2 era Officer's Four Pocket dress tunic.  Light soiling commensurate with age, couple of spots of mothing on the rear.  Tunic is furnished with;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Bullion pilot's wing, sewn onto gabardine material and sewn on to tunic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Two ribbon bars, Air Medal with one Oak Leaf and EAME with two Campaign Stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. 8th Air Force patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Two overseas bars on the bottom of the left sleeve, felt backed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. Matching pair of US Officer's dogs, correct WW2 period flat back clutches (one missing), marked A. E. Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6. Mismatched pair of AAF BoS collar dogs, one marked Amico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7. Pinback Distinguished Unit Citation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8. Found in the pocket was a passport sized photograph of a J S Grinnan, an Air Medal miniature bar, two partly used matchbooks, one from the First National Exchange Bank, Roanoke, Virginia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9, Regulation, Army Officer's Uniform label, but no others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot size marked, as Officer's tunic were individually tailored, but measured by hand as follows;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePit to pit - 18\"-19\", so 36 to 38 chest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder seam to cuff - 23 1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder to shoulder - 18\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTorso mannequin is approximately a size 38 chest and it's tight fit on that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default 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SSI (shoulder sleeve insignia), worn at the top of the left sleeve.  We have a number of these available and they will therefore show different signs of wear and colouring and some may show evidence of being removed from a uniform.  All will be in good, displayable condition though.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42335073009813,"sku":"6thaf-patch","price":7.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/IMG_2718.jpg?v=1653644741"},{"product_id":"original-world-war-two-era-american-3rd-army-air-force-patch","title":"Original World War Two Era American 3rd Army Air Force Patch","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn original, WW2 era American SSI (shoulder sleeve insignia), worn at the top of the left sleeve.  Snow back.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default 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removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ethocel style was also trialed and was constructed between 1942 and 1944.  This one is marked MACK MOULDING CO. 1943.  However, as with the enamelled style, they were unpopular in the field as the plastic tended to deteriorate and this left a nasty taste to the water as the plastic broke down.  Despite there unpopularity, construction continued for three years, unlike the enamel canteens.  Some of these canteens can be found with a retrospective IC stamped underneath, standing for \"Inspected, Condemned\", showing that this deterioration was a known issue during the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\nThis particular canteen shows the typical whitish deterioration to the plastic, that should have been opaque and caramel coloured.  The cap is intact, missing the cork and being the slightly later concave bakelite type.","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default 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strap bales.  Helmets graded for combat use did not have any holes present (although some were used on the Home Front).  Those with one or two holes present indicated manufacturing defects, and whilst being of use for the military, not suitable for combat. The next lowest grade was with three holes, indicating a lower grade of steel.  At the bottom of the quality range was a Brodie with four drill holes.  Helmets of three and four drill hole quality were reserved for Home Front use, firewatchers and the like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis helmet had a slightly deteriorated black paint finish with hand painted white W's to front and rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\nThe maker mark is just visible and is believed to be R. O. and Co. for Rubery Owen Company Limited of Leeds. 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Slight wear towards the bottom of the vertical hem, near the bottom but one button (pictured).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tunic is furnished with;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Red backed Lieutenant Colonel pips, the red backing denoting infantry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Printed World War Two period South Wales Borderers cloth shoulder titles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. A single infantry arm of service strip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. XXIV flashes, these were a post-war Territorial embelishment, being a nod to the units history as the 24th Regiment of Foot. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. A two war ribbon rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6. An Observer's brevet, thickly padded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of medals and Observer brevet is unusual.  Whilst the tunic is not named, the most obvious reason for this combination is that the recipient was an aerial observer attached to an RAF unit.  The Atlantic Star could have been awarded if he had carried out aerial observation during the Battle of the Atlantic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasured by hand as follows;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChest - 24\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder seam to cuff - 23\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder to shoulder - 20\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrousers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe trousers are also 40 Pattern and are a similarly large size. A panel has been added on the rear to open them up further, but unfortunately this panel appears to have been rather poorly covered over at the top with a piece of denim fabric.  Clearly, there were better ways of doing this and a good tailor will I'm sure be able to remedy this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are one or two slight nips to the fabric and one slight L-shaped tear on the rear of one of the legs (approximately 1 inch).  The trousers are measured by hand as follows;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaist - 19.5\", so 38-40\". Around 2.5 inches have been added by the extra panel,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Leg - 28\", but have been turned up with another 2.5\" inches folded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trousers do need some TLC, but are very rarely seen in this enormous size.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42374477447317,"sku":"ltcol-BD","price":425.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/IMG_3416.jpg?v=1654612617"},{"product_id":"original-american-navy-world-war-two-era-dress-tunic-lst-517","title":"Original American Navy World War Two Era Dress Tunic, LST-517 (Normandy Landings)","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn original US WW2 era Navy dress tunic.  The coat is in excellent condition, no moth nips, rips or tears.  Cuffs are in good condition, as these are often frayed. All buttons are present, but one requires securing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTunic is furnished with Lieutenant Junior braid on the sleeves, with bullion made star.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabel is present, stating CKB, Chicago Kahn Bros. to be the manufacturer.  Pocket label bears the owners details; James A. 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Grouping comprises;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. A post-war ration booked holder, with the name Matthews clearly visible in pencil. Post 1952, a gift from Tate and Lyle, stating \"The Ration Book Holder is presented with the compliments of Tate \u0026amp; Lyle Ltd. in the sincere hope that it will soon become unnecessary because SUGAR RATIONING CAN END...\", Mrs Matthews is living at 13 Sunnybank, Machen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. A George V era National Registration identity Card, also showing 13 Sunnybank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. A card from Monmouthshire Constabulary confirming Mrs Ester Caroline Matthews was appointed an ARP warden on 10 June 1941.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. A slip from Glamorgan County Council dated 4 June 1945 confirming her release due to the disbandment of the service (gives appointment dated as 6 June 1941). She was living at 4 Church Street, Machen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. ARP Warden pin back badge, 925 sterling silver with hallmarks for London 1938 (the first runs of the ARP badge were 1936 for the various Air Raid Precautions units in operation at the time).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6. A \"Civil Defence\" arm band (referring to the ARP being re-named to the Civil Defence Service. Appears to be a cotton twill, stamped V inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7. A pair of printed \"Warden\" shoulder titles, remains of stitching from being attached to a uniform.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42512111796373,"sku":"warden-group","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/93EFB176-8BAF-45EE-8EB2-E4F74D70D8C9.jpg?v=1657293316"},{"product_id":"original-george-v-dorsetshire-regiment-blue-patrol-tunic","title":"Original George V Dorsetshire Regiment Blue Patrol Tunic","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lovely, well presented Blue Patrol tunic, badged for the Dorsetshire Regiment.  The \"dress blues\" or \"undress\" uniforms were originally a semi-formal uniform worn in the late 19th Century.  It became known as No.1 Dress after the Second World War.  Constructed from wool, the tunic is furnished with;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. The Dorsetshire Regiment brass buttons, \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. A World War One ribbon rack incorporating 1937 Jubilee Medal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Major's rank insignia on the epaulettes (George V design).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral wear around the edges of the standing collar as they are prone to.  Holing to the epaulettes where rank insignia appears to have been installed and then removed (presumably where Captain's pips have been removed to be replaced with the crown).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot size marked or named, but measured by hand as follows;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePit to pit - 19 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder seam to cuff - 25 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder to shoulder - 17.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42512183034005,"sku":"dorset-blues","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/0D9D3EA3-2FFA-4876-B906-FA23F8DBB5A1.jpg?v=1657294961"},{"product_id":"original-american-world-war-two-era-uniform-grouping-8th-air-force-487th-bomb-group-lavenham","title":"Original American World War Two Era Officer's Uniform Grouping, 8th Air Force, 487th Bomb Group, Lavenham, Large Size","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn original US WW2 era Officer's uniform grouping.  Comprises Class A dress tunic, chocolate shirt, one pair of 'pink' trousers and one pair of 'chocolate' trousers.  Both pairs of trousers are named to a John Nordstrom, with laundry number N-5291.  This laundry number is also present on a period laundry label pinned inside the back of the tunic.  The shirt is not named, but this was obtained as a complete grouping, directly from the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA search of various 8th Air Force rosters, reveals a Lt. John. W. Nordstrom, who served with the 487th Bomb Group, stationed at Lavenham.  His rank and pilot's wings on the uniform correspond with this.  Furthermore, his Air Medal award card confirms he served with the 3rd Air Division (of which the 487th BG were part) and this also confirms his full service number as O-715291. His Air Medal award card shows the first being awarded on 9 November 1944. Two photographs are attached, in the crew shot, he is back row, third from left.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe online document \"Men Who Made The Berlin Airlift Work\" dated 1949 lists a John W. Nordstrom as having been serving with the HQ 313 Troop Carrier Group, at the time flying the Fairchild C-82 Packet and then the Douglas C-54 Skymaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTunic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTunic is a relatively light green colour, very attractive and is in excellent condition. No moth nips noticeable or rips\/tears.  The label shows this tunic being part of Contract No. W669-QM-20611, and dated August 11 1942.  Furnished with;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. An 8th Air Force patch on the left shoulder,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Army Air Force patch on the right shoulder,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Three medal ribbon racks, clutch back.  Comprises Air Medal with three oak leaves, American Campaign medal, EAME medal with one Campaign Star, World War Two Victory Medal, Army of Occupation medal with Berlin Airlift Device (awarded for at least 92 days consecutive service during the Berlin Airlift of 1948), Medal for Humane Action, Armed Forces Reserve Medal (1950) and US Air Force Long Service Medal.  Some discolouration to the ribbons themselves,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e4. Clutch back Pilot's wings, probably just post-war, made by N. S. Meyer, New York,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. A pair of First Lieutenant bars, non-matching, but both Sterling marked,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6. A pair of U.S. collar dogs, clutch back,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7. A pair of 'winged prop' collar dogs, one Sterling marked, one by A. E. Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize marked 41 Reg, but measured by hand as follows;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePit to pit - 21.5 inches, so 40-42 inch chest, \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder seam to cuff - 24 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder to shoulder - 19.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eShirt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chocolate shirt is in similar good condition, slight mothing visible when held up to the light, but not holed, no rips or tears, but there is some wear and tear around the collar, as these are very prone to.  Two buttons have been replaced with a darker colour, but apparently still period button.  Tailored by Elbeco. Size label is washed out, but measured by hand as follows;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePit to pit - 21 inches, so around a 40 chest,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder seam to cuff - 26.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder to shoulder - 17 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePinks Trousers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral good order, all buttons present, one or two moth nips and slight fraying along the edge of one pocket. The seam below this is beginning to separate by around one inch, but easy repair. Inside pocket flap inked with; 5291-N, John Nordstrom twice, and a number of other laundry numbers suggesting these belonged to someone else before John, which would not be uncommon, or that he was assigned new service numbers after the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasured by hand;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaist - Around 30 inches, but potential to let out by another 1.5 to 2 inches,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Leg - 28.5 inches, potential perhaps for another 0.5 inches, but will be tight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eChocolate Trousers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs above, all buttons present and no significant mothing. There is unfortunately a L-shaped tear on the seat, around 1.5 inches by 1.5 inches, will likely require an internal patch repair, but still easily achievable. 5291-N present twice on inside pocket flap, as is John Nordstrom. Again there are a couple of different laundry numbers present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize marked 33 Long, Contract No. W669 QM 22816 and dated 9 November 1942.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasured by hand;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaist - Around 30 inches, but potential to let out by another 1.5 to 2 inches,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Leg - 28 inches, potential perhaps for another 1.5 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photograph's of John in the listing are courtesy of 487thbg.org.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornbeam Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42655827329173,"sku":"nordstrom-grouping","price":400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0442\/6471\/8485\/products\/IMG_4830.jpg?v=1660765962"},{"product_id":"original-american-vietnam-war-era-enlisted-mans-tunic-and-trousers-40th-infantry-division","title":"Original American Vietnam War Era, Enlisted Man's Tunic and Trousers, 40th Infantry Division","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn original American, Vietnam War era Enlisted uniform grouping. Comprises Class A dress tunic, dress trousers and garrison cap.  Good condition all round, no noticeable mothing, no rips or tears.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTunic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe label states the size to be 37R, Contract No. to be DA 36-030-QM-6520 and dating to 15 November 1955. Tunic is furnished with;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. US Material Command patch on the left shoulder,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. A 40th Infantry Division patch on the right shoulder, denoting earlier service with that unit,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. U.S. and Infantry Branch of Service collar discs, as well as crossed rifles beneath,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. S\/Sgt stripes, \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. A Presidential Unit Citation,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6. A Bronze Star medal ribbon,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7. White Aiguillette on the right shoulder,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8. Six Service Stripes on the left cuff, seven Overseas Service Stripes on the right cuff,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasured by hand;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChest - 19.5 inches, so a 36-38\" chest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder seam to cuff - 24 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder to shoulder - 18 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlight wear and tear along the edges and no label, but approximate size 7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTrousers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgain, good condition, slight soiling, but no tears or rips and no significant mothing. 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