Model 1939 US Army WW2 Airborne Leather paratrooper gloves in yellow tan
American WW2 airborne leather gloves, worn by the US paras in world war two.
Officially these where called "Model 1939 Gloves, Horsehide, Riding", these jump gloves are made to the same specifications as the originals and where worn by the 82nd Airborne Division, 101st Airborne Division and where also worn by the US Rangers.
American WW2 airborne leather gloves, worn by the US paras in world war two.
Officially these where called "Model 1939 Gloves, Horsehide, Riding", these jump gloves are made to the same specifications as the originals and were worn by the 82nd Airborne Division, 101st Airborne Division and were also worn by the US Rangers.
This is the first pattern which has the strap and buckle on the wrist. Originally designed and issued to cavalry troops as riding gloves. Issued to the airborne to help protect the hands from the parachute risers. These where not intended to be used as a work glove so they are not made of thick heavy duty leather.
Features:
- 1939 model riding gloves.
- Issued to the US airborne and US Rangers.
- Soft and supple reconstituted leather.
- Close fitting design.
- Wrist strap with metal buckle.
- Yellow/tan colour.
| Restricted Product? | No |
|---|---|
| Affiliation | American |
| Service | Army, Air Force |
| Material | Leather |
| Colour | Yellow |
