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Luftwaffe vs. RAF: Flying Clothing of the Air War, 1939-45 (Schiffer Military/Aviation History) (v. 1) |  | Author: Mick J. Prodger
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
Category: Book
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Rating:  2 reviews
Sales Rank: 698924
Media: Hardcover
Pages: 144
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.1
Dimensions (in): 12 x 9 x 0.8
ISBN: 0764302345
Dewey Decimal Number: 355.14094
EAN: 9780764302343
ASIN: 0764302345
Publication Date: April 1, 1997
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Product Description
For the first time, an up-close and serious examination of the various patterns of flight jackets, suits, headgear and gloves worn by the courageous pilots and aircrews of these two great adversaries during World War II by one of the most knowledgeable au
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 Great to see the original items, but needs more angles October 19, 2009
R. A. Stapp (washington, dc USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This book was recommended to me as one of the best sources for RAF (and Luftwaffe, but I'm primarily interested in the the RAF) flying clothes of WWII. The book uses both period black and white pictures of airmen wearing their various uniforms and equipment and modern color pictures of actual period uniforms displayed on dummies which is very useful for seeing the correct colors of uniform parts.
My favorite section is the one showing pictures of aviators from both sides wearing jackets gotten from other air forces. It seems like the Germans in particular liked to wear jackets captured from the British and Americans, while the British liked the American A2 jacket.
One drawback to the book is the pictures all tend to be taken from the front so if you are interested in the backs of boots or the inside of Irvin jackets you are pretty much out of luck. I'm sure for most uses, the lack of different angles isn't much of an issue, but if you are a figure modeler or someone trying to determine if a pair of replica boots have authentic details it is frustrating to see so many images of the real items, but not have access to all the details that more thorough photography would have revealed.
 The Best Flying Clothing Book Out There!! February 8, 2008
C. Mellor (UK)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Another high quality, comprehensive book from the guys at Schiffer. This is the first time a book of this kind has been produced on this subject and Mick Prodger has done an excellent job. The photos and information are clear, interesting and informative. Showing many unique and rare items. This is the only book to buy if you have an interest in the subject. Mick Prodger has produced many excellent works including the follow up to this book Luftwaffe Vs. Raf: Flying Equipment of the Air War, 1939-45 and Vintage Flying Helmets: Aviation Headgear Before the Jet Age.
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