December 7th Militaria and Aviation Auction
Lot 215:
Description
An exceptionally rare and historically complete assembly of World War II Fallschirmjger German Paratrooper equipment, this is an original Luftwaffe RZ-20 Parachute set with its Log Book and Carrying Bag. The core of this offering is the iconic RZ-20 Rckenpackung Zwangauslsung parachute pack and harness, the distinctive, single-riser rig famously used by the -Green Devils.- The assembly is in a remarkable state of preservation, featuring the olive green and tan canvas pack, complete with its original webbing, harness, braided static line, and all functional quick-release aluminum hardware. Clear identification is visible on the sewn-in manufacturer s label, including the Luftwaffe item number Gert-Nr. 10-431 B-1 and the requisition number Fl. 30272. This parachute assembly, with its original components and documented late-war inspection date, represents a museum-quality centerpiece for any elite German militaria collection. The true rarity lies in the exceptional accessories that complete this set, including the original blue inspection log book Fallschirm-Gerte-Buch , which contains an essential piece of provenance with a clear inspection stamp dated 9/44 September 1944 , anchoring the parachute to the final, intense months of the war. Furthermore, the original, light-colored canvas storage bag is included, completing the field kit, and an apparent hand-written name, -Hull,- is visible on the pack, which adds significant historical provenance value.
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