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Rare Vintage RAF No. 5 Mess Dress Uniform Set – Group Captain Rank (RAF Bentley Priory Provenance)
Up for sale is a remarkably complete, senior-officer-rank Royal Air Force (RAF) No. 5 Mess Dress evening uniform. Tailored by the renowned Moss Bros of Covent Garden, London, this high-quality vintage set belongs to the rank of Group Captain (denoted by the four gold bullion bands on the sleeve cuffs)—a rank traditionally held by RAF Station Commanders and senior staff officers.
Adding exceptional historical value, the set includes its original official O.H.M.S. (On Her Majesty's Service) inventory tag from RAF Bentley Priory, featuring the station's iconic Peregrine Falcon crest. RAF Bentley Priory served as the historic headquarters of RAF Fighter Command during the Battle of Britain, making this an item with excellent military provenance.

What’s Included in the Set:

• No. 5 Mess Jacket: Features 4-stripe Group Captain gold bullion cuff braid, a beautifully embroidered RAF pilot's wings/brevet badge on the left lapel, brass/gilt RAF buttons, and an attached miniature campaign medal ribbon and medal.
• Two (2) Matching Waistcoats: A rare find, this set comes with two correct blue-grey wool waistcoats featuring miniature gilt RAF buttons.
• Mess Trousers: Traditional high-waisted formal dress trousers designed to be worn with braces.
• Button-On Braces: Included is a pair of patterned elastic trouser suspenders/braces to complete the look.
• Original Tailor Tag & Provenance Paperwork: Features the internal Moss Bros Covent Garden tailor tag and the stamped RAF Bentley Priory station asset tag (Numbered 50).

Condition & Appeal:

The uniform has been exceptionally well-preserved, with the gold bullion work remaining bright and the fabric retaining its deep, rich RAF blue-grey tone.
Whether you are a discerning militaria collector looking for a turnkey display piece with verified Fighter Command station ties, a theatrical costumer, or an active-duty RAF officer seeking a premium-quality vintage senior kit, this complete set is an absolute standout