In production for only a very brief period during WWII and made in limited quantities due to production costs, the great B-7 Parka was an essential asset in the protection of pilots and ground crews stationed in the bitterly cold climates of Alaska. With plummeting temperatures and unheated cockpits at altitudes of up to 20,000 feet, a heavy duty piece of outerwear was needed to keep out the chill and the specifically designed three quarter length, plush shearling and fur trimmed B-7 jacket fit the bill perfectly.

This is BY FAR the nicest we have ever had or seen. The rarity involved in these coats is not only down to the limited numbers produced, but also to how easily soiled and destroyed they were in the environment in which they were used. The fact that they were white often lead them to get noticeably COVERED in aircraft dirt, grease, and oil. Which is how we usually get them. Torn to shreds and covered in filth.

Amazingly this example still has all THREE of the original, perfectly working TALON zippers intact. The likes of which we have not seen before. The sheepskin is in lovely condition and is perfect for display purposes. Even the original wolverine fur hood trim is in nice shape!

The tag is also perfectly intact and clearly shows the original “AERO LEATHERS, BEACON NY” manufacturer info.

These are one of the most sought after and cherished garments from the second World War, and with the incredibly beautiful design, it is no wonder why.

Marked size 44
Measurements:
pit to pit 23"
shoulder to shoulder 21"
shoulder to cuff 26"
shoulder to bottom 34"