Luftwaffe Flight Blouse

Luftwaffe Flight Blouse (Fliegerbluse) as intended for a 'Gefreiter'. The Luftwaffe flight blouse was originally introduced in early 1935 and was based on the Fliegerbluse worn earlier by the DLV (Deutscher Luftsport Verband). The flight blouse remained in service through-out the war with minor modifications. The blue/grey wool construction flight blouse features a vertical French fly style, front closure with four buttons on the right front panel and the corresponding, hidden button holes on the left front panel. The blouse has a single metal hook and eye at the neck for a secure closure. There is no breast eagle applied and there are no traces of a breast-eagle having ever been applied. A rank chevron for a 'Gefreiter' is sewn to the left sleeve. Shoulder-strap loops and buttons are present. The interior of the flight blouse is partially lined in grey rayon. There are no visible markings, the flight blouse is having a medium size. The tunic is in overall good condition showing only normal traces of usage and minor staining, see photos. Due to fhe fact that the flight blouse never had a breast-eagle applied it can be used as restauration project for an NSKK volunteer or Luftschutz member as well. Nice original flight blouse!