Luftwaffe vs. RAF: Flying Equipment of the Air War, 1939-45 (Schiffer Military/Aviation History) [Hardcover]

Mick J. Prodger (Author)

Book Description

Series: Schiffer Military/Aviation History | Publication Date: April 1, 1998

This second of a two volume study closely examines the development and uses of personal flying equipment issued to the combat personnel of the Luftwaffe and Royal Air Force throughout World War II. Illustrated wih over 500 photographs 450 in color and i

Product Details

• Hardcover: 144 pages
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing, Ltd. (April 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764302493
• ISBN-13: 978-0764302497
• Product Dimensions: 12.1 x 9.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #832,672 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Prodger Executes Another WW2 Reference Book Perfectly!, April 2, 2000

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Matt Myhal (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Luftwaffe vs. RAF: Flying Equipment of the Air War, 1939-45 (Schiffer Military/Aviation History) (Hardcover)

As with his "Vintage Flying Helmets; Aviation Headgear Before the Jet Age", Mick Prodger does another portion of World War 2 aviation history great justice with clear, detailed photos and descriptions given with great care in this wonderful reference book on RAF and Luftwaffe flying kit. The companion book "Luftwaffe vs. RAF; Flying clothing of the Air War 1939-45", is equally enthralling. These "suits of armor" were the battle gear that these "air knights" wore into combat when these young men climbed into the cockpit of their "steeds" to test their mettle against their foe. This book should be on the shelf of any RAF or Luftwaffe enthusiast. You won't be disappointed.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The only book to buy!!, February 8, 2008

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This review is from: Luftwaffe vs. RAF: Flying Equipment of the Air War, 1939-45 (Schiffer Military/Aviation History) (Hardcover)

Schiffer are well renound for publishing high quality reference books and this is no exception. The book features information and photos of many rare, unique and interesting items, some of which will not be seen elsewhere. Whether a collector, researcher or enthusiast this is the book to buy on the subject.