WWI BRISTOL F.2B RFC ORIGINAL 1ST PATTERN LEATHER FLYING HELMET AND TRIPLEX TWIN LENS PADDED FLYING GOGGLES

WWI BRISTOL F.2B RFC ORIGINAL 1ST PATTERN LEATHER FLYING HELMET AND TRIPLEX TWIN LENS PADDED FLYING GOGGLES
WWI BRISTOL F.2B RFC ORIGINAL 1ST PATTERN LEATHER FLYING HELMET AND TRIPLEX TWIN LENS PADDED FLYING GOGGLES WWI BRISTOL F.2B RFC ORIGINAL 1ST PATTERN LEATHER FLYING HELMET AND TRIPLEX TWIN LENS PADDED FLYING GOGGLES WWI BRISTOL F.2B RFC ORIGINAL 1ST PATTERN LEATHER FLYING HELMET AND TRIPLEX TWIN LENS PADDED FLYING GOGGLES WWI BRISTOL F.2B RFC ORIGINAL 1ST PATTERN LEATHER FLYING HELMET AND TRIPLEX TWIN LENS PADDED FLYING GOGGLES
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Original WWI Early RFC 1st pattern Flying Helmet & Triplex Twin-lens, padded flying goggles

Whilst these original, early WWI Triplex, circular, double lens, fur-lined eye cup flying goggles predated the later RFC standardised Triplex flying goggles which featured the more recognisable ’ tear-drop' lens, many RFC pilots and observers continued to wear the circular lens goggles due to their streamlined, low profile and comfortable fit.

Each Triplex lens is housed in its circular brass frame backed onto a canvas/leather ‘cup’ with fur-lined padding running across the bridge of the nose which provided a close and more comfortable fit. 

Over 100 years old and understandably showing their age with some fraying and a partially exposed wire frame on the right eye cup, the goggle's straps and leather are remarkably intact for what is undoubtedly the forerunner of today’s modern aviator goggles.

The 1st pattern, RFC Leather Flying Helmet features a tailored, adjustable neck and ear flaps togther with a brass chin buckle as well as a leather drop down visor.

Whilst the left ear flap is missing and stitching repairs to a couple of leather panel joins are visible, the helmet still retains the original brass poppers mounted on the aged-softened leather.

Displayed together on their custom manikin head and mounted on its 100 year old mango wood stand with engraved plaque, this incredibly rare WW1 RFC pilot flying gear combo collectable also features an amazingly detailed, hand-built, detailed 1/48 scale or Ultra detailed 1/32 scale model of the WWI Bristol F.2B biplane mounted on a removable magnetic arm. A full colour, double sided and laminated Fact Sheet is also included. 

This is a Supermairne Spitfire example of how your total display will look with the model perched above on its magnetic stand.

What a terrific gift for any pilot, collector or aviation enthusiast!

Banking F.2B aircraft at Shuttleworth Airshow pic: Tim Felce (Airwolfhound) - Bristol F2b - Shuttleworth May 2009, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=27816311

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Your Bristol F.2B WWI RFC Flying Helmet and Triplex Flying Goggles Original Recovery Curios Warbird Collectable includes:

  • Original WWI Warbird Flying Helmet & Goggles
  • Highly detailed hand-built and airbrushed 1/48 or Ultra detailed 1/32 plastic scale model of the aircraft
  • Full size black plastic manikin display head mounted on Mango Wood display stand 
  • Hand-crafted and beautifully finished 100yr, Far North Queensland Mango Wood display stand
  • Detailed, 2-sided, printed and laminated Instrument Fact Sheet detailing aircraft and flying gear
  • Removable Magnetic Display Arm

The detailed 1/48 or the ultra detailed 1/32 scale hand-built and airbrushed plastic model of the iconic Sopwith Camel is available with a choice of two Squadron markings and camouflage.

Upon order placement you will receive an email asking for your preferred configuration.

Your complete Recovery Curios Original Instrument Collectable is securely packed and delivery normally takes between 6 - 8 weeks approx.

Did you have a special connection with the Bristol F.2B or have a friend, colleague or family member who did? Check out our PERSONALISED ORIGINAL INSTRUMENT COLLECTABLE OPTION here.