RAF seat type parachute harness - relic

RAF seat type parachute harness - relic

Code: S23621

SOLD

Parachute, Single point, quick release. Type C-2.  Stores reference 15A/197.  Commonly referred to as the 'pilot's parachute'.  Classic white webbing with a central black (mainly) fleck.  This original WW2 harness has been cut and has a substantial amount of missing straps and lacks the metal buckles/adjusters and quick release (QR) box.  It does retain the canvas waistbelt and fabric ripcord handle pocket but there is no pack or backpad.  The webbing is grubby in places and there is some fraying and one part is partially severed (see photographs).  Sold for spares or repairs.   Stock code S23621.