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RAF used Luxor flying goggles

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Code: G26448

By E.B. Meyrowitz (EBM), London & France, c1930s. Alloy and nickel plated vented frames with a barrel screw adjustable nose bridge. Flat laminated glass lenses and a simple elasticated strap. They would have been fitted with 'Luxor 'marked salmon pink sponge rubber face cushions but these are absent (probably perished as so many did). These were the finest quality goggles of the day and the preferred choice of many pilots at the beginning of WW2 and into the Battle of Britain. We're unsure which model number this pair is but they are similar to the '12', made famous by the iconic photograph of Pilot Officer Keith Gillman, used on the front cover of 'Picture Post' at the height of the Battle in August 1940. The frames are in very good to excellent condition. There are 'E.B. Meyrowitz' markings on both sides. The clear glass lenses have minor delamination marks but display very well and the strap is really quite good with decent elasticity and typical Luxor pattern strap retainers. Complete with their original hard leather case with gold embossed markings. The popper on the lid is non functioning. Air Ministry King's crown stamped inside implying these were officially issued. Whilst it's a shame the cushions are missing, Luxor goggles are not common to find and highly sought after. Stock code G26448.