Original WWII U.S. Army Air Forces Type A-6 shearling flight trousers manufactured by Aero Leather Clothing Co.
Marked:
Type A-6
Spec No. 3119
Order No. 42-7615
Named to:
Lt. D.B. Appleby
Heavy shearling-lined construction with original suspenders, leather pocket panels, knit ankle cuffs, and side leg zippers. Authentic wartime aviation gear used for extreme cold/high altitude flight operations.
Condition shows substantial age/use wear including staining, oxidation, cuff wear, surface dryness, and general storage patina. Appears largely complete and untouched. Excellent original collector/display piece.
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Stenciled to “Lt. D.B. Appleby, A.T.C., O-796940.” A.T.C. likely refers to the WWII USAAF Air Transport Command, though no further service record has been independently verified by the seller.