AG half wing - what period

[ravrick]

Hi, I recently was given this RAF Air Gunner half wing, it is the padded type. Any ideas as to the period of use? WW2?

Cheers, Rick

[David Tremain]

I have a similar Bomb Aimer's one which is WW2. Judging from the stitching yours looks the same as mine. I don't think the RAF had much use for Air Gunners post WW2, so I'd say WW2 - but with the guys in this forum no doubt someone will prove me wrong! I'm not an expert on these things.

From your location I take it you're serving out there. Good luck and have a safe tour. My wife's cousin was out there with the PPCLI a few years back and had a hairy time of it. Gladly, he got back safe and sound. David

[ASR142]

YEP DEF WWII NICE PADDED EXAMPLE !!