[~40’s] WWII German Air Force Personal Leather Flight Jacket "Luftwaffe"

Estimated to be a German Air Force "Personal Leather Flight Jacket" from the 1940s.

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The Luftwaffe is a unified air force that was organized as an air force branch of the German Wehrmacht along with the Army (Heer) and Navy (Kriegsmarine) during the Nazi Germany period (1935-1945).

The Treaty of Versailles after World War I forbade Germany's military air power, but the development of air power accelerated under the Nazi regime's rearmament policy.
In 1935, the Luftwaffe was officially established and established as a modern air force.

At the beginning of World War II, the Luftwaffe was the core of Blitzkrieg, operating air superiority, reconnaissance, and close air support.
- Supported maneuvers during the invasion of Poland (1939) and Western Blitzkrieg (1940), and greatly contributed to the initial victory of the German army.

On the other hand, in the Battle of Britain in 1940, Britain's integrated air defense system (warning networks, radar, and interception control) failed to gain air superiority.
This was a strategic turning point, and Germany's landing operations against Britain came to a halt.

After Germany's unconditional surrender in May 1945, the Allied occupation and disarmament progressed, and on August 20, 1946, the Wehrmacht and its divisions were officially dissolved by a decree of the Allied Management Council.
Luftwaffe also disappeared here.

After the war, Germany temporarily lost its military power, and its reconstruction was divided into West Germany (Federal Republic) and East Germany (Democratic Republic) within the Cold War structure.

The West established the Bundeswehr (Federal Army) in 1955, and the East established the NVA (National People's Army) in 1956, each developing air power under different frameworks.

These new armies are positioned as organizations with different systems and control philosophies than those of the Wehrmacht era.

German military equipment at the time was refined through a division of labor system that integrated functional requirements and even ``visual appearance.''

In terms of design, professionals such as artist "Karl Diebitsch" and graphic designer "Walter Heck" were involved in the exterior design of the SS black uniforms, promoting standardization of silhouettes, color schemes, and decorations.

On the other hand, actual manufacturing was carried out by multiple garment manufacturers, including Hugo Boss, who shared responsibility for mass production and quality control based on government-funded standards.

It is often misunderstood that "design = Hugo Boss", but in reality it is a division of labor between "design (government offices/designers) x manufacturing (suppliers)".

Introducing the "Personal Leather Flight Jacket", which was personally procured and worn by the German Air Force as a flight uniform for fighter pilots during World War II.

At the time, there was a background in choosing civilian products for boarding uniforms in addition to supplied items, so there are no military-style stamps included, but the fact that a "medal/ribbon bar fastening loop" is sewn on the top of the right breast pocket/bottom of the left breast pocket is a detail that shows the realism.

Furthermore, according to a dealer who is familiar with German military items, this piece is a special piece with the background that it was actually worn by a pilot aboard the "Messerschmitt Bf 109."

The Bf 109 (Messerschmitt Bf 109) is one of Germany's representative single-engine fighter planes during World War II, and was used as the main force from the beginning of the war until the end of the war, and was a famous aircraft that produced many derivatives.
This aircraft has an excellent balance of speed, climbing power, and maneuverability, and is truly a symbol of the Luftwaffe.

The details include a motorcycle-style short length design that prioritizes maneuverability in the cockpit.

The front has a zip-up design, and the zip pockets placed on the chest and hem create a persuasive power as a "tool" both visually and functionally.
Due to its short length and three-dimensional pocket arrangement, it can be worn not only with high-waisted trousers and military pants, but also with denim.

The details of each part are also very rich.

There are inverted figure-eight zip pockets on both chests.
It draws the eye naturally upwards and makes your chest look tighter when you wear it, giving it a rugged yet sharp look.

There are figure-eight zip pockets on both hems.
The diagonal lines give movement around the waist, creating a lightness that doesn't feel heavy, which is typical of leather.

Also, don't overlook the fact that it comes with an epaulet loop on the shoulder and buttons unique to the German military, which are not included with regular civilian products.
The shoulder loops are a part that instantly deepens the so-called military uniform context, and the hybrid feel that was unique to that time, where the civilian feel of the leather and the military atmosphere coexist, is the most cool point.

The buttons attached to each part are original to the German army, and the metal texture gives it a convincing "real" feel.

A side adjuster with eyelet closure is included on the back hem.

The look of a short leather jacket can change dramatically depending on how tight it is, even just a few centimeters, but this adjuster allows you to slightly adjust the fit.
Tighten the back silhouette for a masculine look, or loosen it for a rough look. It is also attractive that you can change the expression depending on your mood.

The zipper on the front is not engraved, and the sliders on the various pockets are made by "ORIG RITSCH".
The metal parts are simple and sturdy, typical of Germany at the time, and enhance the charm of old leather, including the way it opens and closes.

This model probably uses a "Sheep Skin" leather shell.
The lining is made of "cotton".

It has a fine grain texture and a moist, oily texture, and although it has a rugged military origin, it has a texture that oozes quality.
While it has solid strength, the more you wear it, the more it conforms to the movements of your body, and you can enjoy the ``changes over time'' that are unique to leather, such as the sheen, wrinkles, and scratches.

The checkered cotton lining has a warm color scheme that contrasts with the military's inorganic feel, creating an atmosphere just by looking at it when you put it on and take it off.
It neutralizes the ruggedness of leather, giving it a balanced feel that adds sexiness to even simple innerwear such as black or unbleached.

The color is brown with a slight reddish tint.

There is a depth to this color that cannot be expressed with just plain brown.
Brown, which has a warmth that is not too close to black and has a hint of reddish-brown, has a glossy look depending on the way the light hits it, and a deep impression in the shadows.

The scratches and spots that come with use create a three-dimensional effect, which looks calm when viewed on the surface, but becomes more expressive in wrinkled areas.
A gradation of light and shade emerges depending on the angle.

Not only is it valuable as a document, but the stripped-down beauty and presence of leather will definitely make a statement in your everyday wardrobe.

This is an outstanding piece not only for its rarity, but also for its fashion sense.
Please don't worry about it and enjoy it as the main character.

I can't confirm the size, butI think it corresponds to "L" in Japanese size.

Looking at the actual size, I think it's a golden size that fits the Japanese body type, so I think people with a wide range of body types can wear it.

There are signs of use such as fading, stains, scratches, scuffs, fraying, tears, missing buttons, cracks, and peeling, but there is no major damage that would cause problems with wear, so I think you can still wear it.

In recent years, attention to German military items in particular has increased further.
On the other hand, due to historical background, there are very few of them in existence, and the reality is that supply is not keeping up with demand.

It is also a field where there are a certain number of enthusiastic enthusiasts, and there is no doubt that it is a "coveted archive piece" that collectors will find difficult to part with.

This is not something you can buy if you spend money, and we cannot guarantee whether it will be available in the future.

A perfect piece for your wardrobe, as well as a collection item and design source.
I think this is a rare item, both domestically and internationally, so if you've been looking for one or if you like rare items, don't miss this opportunity.