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WW II German Aviation Sitzfallschirm – MODEL 30 SEAT PARACHUTE – Me109 Ju87 RARE

WW II German Aviation Sitzfallschirm - MODEL 30 SEAT PARACHUTE - Me109 Ju87 RARE

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You are bidding on a SUPERB and EXTRAORDINARILY RARE example of a WW2 German Luftwaffe Model 30 IS24 Sitzfallschirm (Seat Parachute), Fl. 30231, as used in many fighter aircraft throughout the war.  Used in the Me109, Ju87, Me262, and others, this was brought back by a US vet at the end of the war.
 

The Luftwaffe Sitzfallschirm Model 30 IS 24 (Fl. 30231) was based on the original British Irvin parachute, which German copied once the war had broken out.  it was worn by fighter pilots in Me109, Ju87, Me262, Me110, as well as crew members in larger aircraft that had a bucket-type seat.  It features the copied RAF quick release box (although the Germans added a safety key to prevent accidental depression and potential premature release).

 

Made by cotton, canvas, and silk, this “seat type” Model 30 Luftwaffe parachute & harness was used used by most fighter pilots.  It is one of the RARER German Luftwaffe Parachutes to find, is 100% complete, and is in used condition.  This version incorporated a “D-ring” style rip cord pull.  Overall condition is SUPERB, showing only normal age from storage!  Though there is some slight scratching on the metal fittings, there is NO damage or corrosion!  It comes complete with the harness system, back & pack pad, rip cord, parachute, parachute bag, and  bungees.  The parachute is still wrapped tightly inside the bag, and is 100% complete, however I have not attempted to remove it to view overall condition.  The bag itself is nicely marked: 

 

Sitzfallschirm

Gerät Nr. 10-2 K-1

Anforderz. Fl. 30246-1

Werk Nr. 1800375 

 

 The webbing harness is labelled ‘Fallschirmgurt’ (Parachute Harness), ‘Gerat Nr. 10 .2. 14, Bauart (Type) Irvin Autoflug’   It also has the reference number and maker’s details plus a relatively faint date of 2 Nov. 1942.  It has the correct QR box with engraved German text reading ‘To Release harness : Turn and push’.  Text on the side of the box reads ‘Gesichert’ (Safe) and ‘Ensichert’ (unlocked). The safety ‘key’ is attached via a narrow webbing lanyard secured to the harness and a wide canvas webbing waistbelt.

 The werk numbers on each piece match, indicating this is an original set, and not something that was pieced together.  All buckles and attachments work as they did 60+ years ago, as well as the quick-release system.  I have shown this type of parachute being worn in the last photo.  Would make a PERFECT addition to any collection or display!

 

 

 

Please email me if you need additional photos or information.

 

 


 

——————- PAYMENT —————–

 Payment should be made within 7 business days at the end of the auction unless buyer contacts me for other arrangements. I accept all forms of payment. 

 

 ——————- SHIPPING —————– 

My goal is to ship within 7 days from auction end. However, depending on circumstances, it may take up to an additional 1 week from receipt of confirmed payment. If you need it shipped sooner, please let me know and I will do our best to accommodate.

  

——————- TERMS OF SALE —————– 

Most of my items are vintage, and as such are AS-IS, so you must therefore expect a degree of wear due to age and/or usage. I will describe each auction to the best of my knowledge and take as many photos necessary to ensure you are pleased upon receiving your item. All sales are final, so please make sure your questions are answered to your satisfaction before you purchase. 

 

——————- ABOUT ME —————– 

Although my passion is the Me109, I do offer many other German Aircraft (Fw190, Me262, etc.), as well as USAF and Japanese items. Occasionally I do offer many non-vintage items such as prints and art relating to the time period. As a private collector myself, I am constantly on the lookout for historical memorabilia, authentic photographs, artwork or anything unique relating to military aircraft.  

 

——————- COPYRIGHT —————– 

All pictures and descriptions used in my auctions under COPYRIGHT and I forbid the use of these photos and information in any manner such as paper or electronic (internet) publications or otherwise. Use is solely based on my authorization only.

 

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