{"product_id":"1960年契約-medium-アメリカ空軍-usaf-l-2b-フライトジャケット-パッチ初付-中古品","title":"1960 Contract, MEDIUM, U.S. Air Force (USAF), L-2B Flight Jacket, Original Patches, Used","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"179\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe L-2B is a classic U.S. Air Force Light Zone flight jacket. This particular piece is an authentic 1960 contract model\u0026mdash;a highly appealing transitional design that retains many of the details from the 1950s while evolving into a new generation. The size is MEDIUM.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"179\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"353\"\u003eThe L-2 series began with the post-World War II L-2, evolved through the L-2A, and eventually developed into the L-2B.While the B-15 series was designed for cold-weather flight jackets, the L-2B was developed as a \u0026ldquo;Light Zone\u0026rdquo; jacket intended for flight missions in relatively warm climates. It was highly regarded for its lightweight nylon shell and high mobility, and its design philosophy was carried forward into the later MA-1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"514\"\u003eThis item meets the MIL-J-7448B specification from the 1960 contract.It is a transitional model that retains features from the 1950s and earlier, featuring details unique to the early L-2B, such as shoulder epaulets and a waist strap. At the same time, the lining uses an orange fabric designed to improve visibility during rescue operations, making this a truly valuable specification that blends the old and new generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eThe front zipper is a CONMAR zipper. CONMAR is one of the leading zipper manufacturers for vintage flight jackets, and the fact that the original zipper remains intact is a major selling point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"645\"\u003eThe jacket\u0026rsquo;s standout feature is the custom embroidery with a real name from that era, clearly indicating that it was actually worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"650\"\u003eOn the chest are\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"718\"\u003ea nameplate inscribed with \u0026ldquo;ROBERT D. BUNNETT,\u003cbr \/\u003e\u0026rdquo; \u0026ldquo;CAPTAIN,\u0026rdquo;\u003cbr \/\u003eand \u0026ldquo;Ore ANG (Oregon Air National Guard),\u0026rdquo;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"789\"\u003eare inscribed on the nameplate, and since the rank insignia on the epaulets also indicates \u0026ldquo;Captain,\u0026rdquo; the nameplate and rank match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"789\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eA \u0026ldquo;MILITARY AIRLIFT COMMAND (MAC)\u0026rdquo; patch is attached to the left chest. The Military Airlift Command, established in 1966, was a strategic airlift command of the U.S. Air Force that played a vital role in transporting troops and supplies to locations around the world, providing humanitarian aid, and carrying out special missions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"937\"\u003eOn the left sleeve is\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003e\"AEROSPACE RESCUE AND RECOVERY SERVICE\" and\u003cbr \/\u003e\"THAT OTHERS MAY LIVE\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003eremain on the left sleeve. \u0026ldquo;That Others May Live\u0026rdquo; is still known today as the motto of the U.S. Air Force rescue units and is a famous slogan symbolizing units engaged in combat and aerial rescue operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eOn the right sleeve, a patch reading \u0026ldquo;1550th Aircrew Training Wing\u0026rdquo; is attached. The 1550th Aircrew Training Wing was a unit responsible for the education and training of aircrew engaged in rescue and special missions, and it trained air rescue personnel and special mission aircrew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003eJudging by the configuration of these patches, this item was manufactured in 1960 andremained in active service well into 1966 and beyond, and was likely worn by Captain Robert D. Barnett of the Oregon Air National Guard, who later served with the Military Airlift Command and the Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Service.It is highly likely that this jacket was used for rescue, airlift, and training missions from the late 1960s through the 1970s; rather than simply being a vintage jacket, it is a piece of great historical value that preserves the military history of a single aircrew member.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003eThe jacket is in used condition. There is some staining on the ribbing and slight staining on the body, but overall, it shows minimal signs of wear, and the fabric is in very good condition. For a vintage piece that is approximately 65 years old, it is exceptionally well-preserved and can be worn or collected for many years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003eThis rare L-2B allows you to appreciate its historical context, featuring early design details from the 1950s, specifications from the transition period to the orange liner, a nameplate with the wearer\u0026rsquo;s real name, and authentic patches from the rescue and air transport units. It is a highly recommended piece that is also an impeccable collector\u0026rsquo;s item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003ePlease note that since this is a used item, returns are not accepted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003eSize (measured flat)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1853\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eShoulder width: 50 cm; Chest\u003cbr data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1838\" \/\u003ewidth: 58 cm;\u003cbr data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1844\" \/\u003eLength: 61 cm;\u003cbr data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1850\" \/\u003eSleeve length: 60 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MILITARIA 1911 ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48449202389233,"sku":"FLY-60-140","price":436.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/8241\/6881\/files\/IMG_8200_c5bec0f2-faeb-4e5a-931c-7b804a728b0d.jpg?v=1785216962","url":"https:\/\/au.militaria-1911.com\/products\/1960-contract-medium-u-s-air-force-usaf-l-2b-flight-jacket-original-patches-used","provider":"MILITARIA 1911 ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}