A motorcycle dispatch rider coat or sometimes known as a rider s wader i believe. Despatch riders were used by armed forces to deliver urgent orders and messages between headquarters and military units. Some small discolouration in the neck that i tried to get in the photos. Ww2 british army bd battledress 1940 pattern large size 18, 1945. Ww2 collection price list of my private collection liquidation. A despatch rider or dispatch is a military messenger, mounted on horse or motorcycle and occasionally in egypt during world war i, on camels. Used ww2 british dispatch riders long coat 1943 size 8 ubb. A despatch rider or dispatch is a military messenger, mounted on horse or motorcycle and occasionally in egypt during world war i, on camels in the uk despatch rider is also a term used for a motorcycle courier despatch riders were used by armed forces to deliver urgent orders and messages between headquarters and military units. Wwii british female dispatch rider,1942 german dispatch rider in russian poland, 1915. Has leather sides complete with press studs and buckle. Breast of man overjacket 41ins to 43ins sold out size 10 height of man 511 to 60. Gijoe, yes the standard prewar ground sheet was used as rain wear. Original british world war ii dispatch rider s helmet. British wwii dispatch rider rubberized canvas coat.
Obviously sd jacket and trousers with shirt, goggles of course and either a helmet or soft cap. New listing good mens vintage ww2 army dispatch rider over motorcycle trousers 1943. Uboat leather deck jacket fall collar ww2 german leather jacket black. As adopted in 19, actually only the color was changed to khaki the design dates to 1897, the gs mkv was 6 feet 6 inches by 3 feet with 36 brass eyelets along the edgeie identical construction to chris spec description of the mkvii without the collar and extra triangle. Height 5 7 to 5 10 breast 37 to 43 i take a size 44 in current repros. Dispatch riders jacket hes a talented boy riders jacket, ww2, british, boys. King andcountry 54mm ww2 russian red army tank riders 4figsra009 2005 miboop. Ww2 rubberized motorcyclists coat dispatch rider genuine nos. A ww2 british dispatch riders long coat 1943 size 8.
Starting in 1914, and continuing up until the 1960s, the british royal engineers signal service used motorcycle riders, known as despatch or dispatch riders. Jacket has the typical inclinated chestpocket and is loaded with amazing details. During ww2 british motorcyclist were to be found in all brigades and divisions preforming a variety of different roles from a dispatch rider delivering messages in the royal signals from unit headquarters and royal artillery delivering messages to gun batteries,road traffic duty in the royal military police and a general motorcyclist in most corp passing on urgent. Ww2 british army motorcycle dispatch riders coat, wader. Dispatch rider for sale in uk 36 used dispatch riders. Very rare 1944 ww2 british despatch riders coat prev stop play next 1944 ww2 british dispatch riders coat an amazing piece of history measures very approx 51 length when poppers closed 44 chest you can see from genuine image borrowed from the imperial war museum that this is the exact same coat worn in 1944 very heavy rubberproofed, mustardcolored cottoncanvas coat. Oct 15, 2016 wwii british army coat dispatch rider overcoat in collectables, militaria, world war ii 19391945 ebay. For riders, enlistment as a dispatcher lasted a year, or however long the war lasted. Good mens vintage ww2 army dispatch rider motorcycle coat overcoat 1943. Korea era canadian army em necktie original mint military tie 1950s. British despatch rider other equipment great war forum. Ww1 german motorcycle despatch rider leather wrap jacket brown.
Ww2 british reenactment uniforms, insignia, weapons and much more. Extremely rare 1941 british army dispatch riders coat worn by armed forces to. British army uniform, british uniforms, ww2 uniforms, military uniforms, moda fashion, 1940s fashion, mens fashion, army surplus, world war one. The coat has some stains due to over 70 years of storage. Ww1 british army dispatch riders coat military outfit. Rare british officer hussar wool coat jacket original, vintage c. Description genuine, new ww2 rubberized dispatch riders coat made in 1940s by victory garment manfacturers government contractors size 11 height of man 61 to 62. These boots have been made with a rubber dms sole instead of the original leather sole which makes it safer and more comfortable to wear. Historical leatherwear ww2 leather jackets, tunics and trousers. A super, complete, 100% original ww2 british dispatch rider coat dated 1945 made in a size 11. Good mens vintage ww2 army dispatch rider motorcycle coat. A despatch rider or dispatch is a military messenger, mounted on horse or motorcycle in the uk despatch rider is also a term. Leather sole with a steel strip screwed between the sole and heel to avoid damage to the shoe while kicking the starter lever on.
Discover all the extraordinary items our community of craftspeople have to offer and find the perfect gift for your loved one or yourself. British army world war two ww2, wwii dispatch rider s high boots. New listing ww2 helmet british dispatch rider 100% original. This comprehensive page deals with every article worm by officers and soldiers of the ww2 wwii british army. These leggings also cover the shins of the rider to protect them from stones and twigs and such on the roads. Vintage 1970s britains ltd ww2 us army dispatch mo. This british issue pack was designed with the single pocket to carry various types of ammunition cans and shells in the field. British army ww2 british army dispatch riders coat sumally british army53. Height of shaft 14 inch with leather sole and steel beetween the soe and heel. In the uk despatch rider is the most common term used for a motorcycle courier.
Made out of a sturdy rubberized cotton cavalry twill material, the jacket was used during ww2 by british military motorcyclists to withstand all kinds of weather. Hi all, im trying to find out what clothing a british wwi despatch rider would have worn anyone help me. Motorbike dispatch riders the unsung heroes of two world. Ww2 british canadian cromwell made dispatch riders helmet. British army ww2 dispatch riders vintage 1943 motorcycle leg. Im selling my ww2 dispatch on its own without box or instructions. Made in 1940s by victory garment manfacturers government contractors. All items shown intend for historical purpose only. See more ideas about wwii, world war and world war two. Enlistment did not fall under the jurisdiction of conscription. Gst of 5% is applicable on all sales within canada. There are interior leg straps for wear while operating a motorcycle. Shop online today at soldier of fortune for ww2 reenactment clothing, equipment. A harder set to encounter of raf gear and well dated 1939 with the air ministry markings as well.
Eastlogue dispatch riders coat 2 face olive second sunrise. Made of rubberized cotton it features a lot of cool details that were useful to the riders. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. British raf ww2 servicing commando beach group heavy duty battledress jacket vtg. Jul 23, 2015 riders had to deliver the message via the most direct route, in the shortest possible time. A dispatch is a military messenger, mounted on horse or motorcycle. Find dispatch rider from a vast selection of militaria. The boots were a high leg and had 3 metal buckles on top plus a reinforced leather toe for protection. See more ideas about wwii, british motorcycles and vintage motorcycles. The jacket is made of lightweight khaki cotton and has a five button front closure. Several period markings on the interior, heat applied inner seams, a few of which have opened up a bit.
Unfollow ww2 dispatch riders coat to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Have found a large lot of dispatch riders coats all sizes. Massive rubberized fabric dispatch riders coat with waistbelt. Rufus, about 7 years ago i was watching a leather british dispatch riders coat with the single pocket. The jacket is in beautiful worn condition with nice wear. A tropical coat for a luftwaffe dispatch rider made by peter nolte essen, 1942 functional clothing item of sandcoloured cotton twill, without button fly, closable through an incorporated belt and loops, with corresponding buttons and buttonholes the lower. Nov 04, 2017 despatch riders bag an original wwii era canadian dispatch free delivery scoyco tank bag best ing for despatch ww2 british army despatch rider motorcycle pannier bag xs small 42l runner food delivery bag starter specs ww2 wwii german motorcycle bag dispatch rider leather ww2 1944 british army military leather bag satchel despatch. Dispatch riders were issued a special pair of boots and breeches to ride motorbikes during ww2. These are heavy webbing in construction and would lace in the front. Vintage ww2 army issue belstaff dispatch riders motorcycle coat jacket size xl. Ww2 british army puttees repro pair green wool wraps gaiters.
Original 1944 ww2 british motorcycle dispatch rider s coat. Anyone know what belt, any webbing, footwear, also what sort of. Despatch riders bag an original wwii era canadian dispatch free delivery scoyco tank bag best ing for despatch ww2 british army despatch rider motorcycle pannier bag xs small 42l runner food delivery bag starter specs ww2 wwii german motorcycle bag dispatch rider leather ww2 1944 british army military leather bag satchel despatch. Original british world war ii dispatch riders helmet. A good used ww2 british canadian cromwell made dispatch riders helmet, good used condition, some cracking to the exterior finish, but overall not bad, good liner, makers label present. On the 6th march 1942 i became a dispatch rider group d class with an increase in pay, moving then onto largs in scotland to become a part of 78dr section 1st army signals. This would have been a very expensive coat to manufacture as it has numerous features and it would seem that this coat has all its original buttons, tabs, press studs, and so on, all in working order. The rubberproofed coat, pattern 1942 the coat was introduced in march 1942 to replace the existing motorcyclists protective clothing, which consisted of rubberproofed jackets. Breast of man overjacket 43ins to 44inssold out size 9 height of man 511 to 60. In a september 1914 account it is stated that the french despatch riders, like the british, are equipped with a revolver, whereas their german counterparts are equipped with mausers. Etsy has thousands of handcrafted and vintage products that perfectly fit what youre searching for.
Memories of a ww2 despatch rider, by douglas chisholm. Aug 26, 2016 dated 1948 british army dispatch rider coat. Top secret messages could bring dispatch riders right to the front lines. Dispatch riders dr boots by gse soldier of fortune military. Mint coat size 8 mint condition have found a large lot of dispatch riders coats all sizes.
The rake x grenfells despatch riders coat the rake. Ww2 british raf royal air force tropical uniform coat jacket signals wing j32 j 32 for sale here is a british ww2 royal air force tropical sergeants uniform jacket. Ww2 collection my personal ww2 collection is for sale, private ww2 collection liquidation price list. Ww2 british dispatch rider boots ww2 british dispatch rider boots in made from black and tan plain leather with 3 straps of outside. Bbc ww2 peoples war a few memories of a despatch rider. Vintage 1970s britains ltd ww2 in very good condition if not perfect.
Stewarts military antiques british wwii dispatch rider. South african girls who went to england to join the first aid and nursing yeomanry learn stunt riding to give them balance and confidence in handling their machines. Based on coats worn by motorcycle messengers during wwii, the despatch riders jacket returns here in a cotton ripstop fabric for a lightweight, casual feel. Wwii raf officers wool dress overcoat, latewar pattern. Very large due to its intended use over full field gear, id estimate a size 4550 or so i usually wear a 3842 and its quite large on me, too large and heavy for practical wear. The rubberproofed coat, pattern 1942 the coat was introduced in march 1942 to replace the existing motorcyclists protective clothing, which consisted of rubberproofed jackets and leggings and which had been found to be unsuitable. Scarce wwii british army dispatch riders coat in deadstock condition with inner tags left. From british army uniforms and insignia of world war two, by brian l. Motorbike dispatch riders the unsung heroes of two world wars. A tropical coat for a luftwaffe dispatch rider made by peter nolte essen, 1942 functional clothing item of sandcoloured cotton twill, without button fly, closable through an incorporated belt and loops, with corresponding buttons and buttonholes the lower ends can be worn as chausses when riding a horse or a motorcycle. Ww2 british canadian cromwell made dispatch riders. Dispatch riders coat 1942pick up britains deetail german army dispatch rider motorcycle. Image result for british army dispatch riders british army, khaki pants, image.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Very large due to its intended use over full field gear, id estimate a size 4550 or so i usually wear a 3842 and its quite large on. Post ww2 1949 pattern british battledress blouse jacket size 7 used. Make offer vintage ww2 british army issue soldiers distressed leather jerkin jacket size 38 vintage ww2 army issue belstaff dispatch riders motorcycle coat jacket size xl. Very rare 1944 ww2 british despatch riders coat prev stop play next 1944 ww2 british dispatch riders coat an amazing piece of history measures very approx 51 length when poppers closed 44 chest you can see from genuine image borrowed from the imperial war museum that this is the exact same coat worn in 1944 very heavy rubberproofed. Leather is soft and pliable with abrasions across the sweat. Ww2 british army bd battledress 1940 pattern large size 18, 1945 read notes. Made in black plain leather with three straps on top outside with buckles, height of the shaft is 14 inches. Shell shows wear from storage and has a small shallow dent on one side. British issued army collectable wwii military uniforms for sale ebay. Complete with the modified l straps and the bottom hard insert. British army ww2 british army dispatch riders coatsumallybritish army53.
This jacket is eastlogues version of the iconic dispatch riders coat, the rubberized cotton overcoat worn by the british military bikers during wwii. All i can say is that this coat is the closest thing to armor since the 16th century. I do not intend nor represent any political views ww2 collection price list of authentic ww2 allied and german military collectibles from my private collection. In the uk despatch rider is also a term used for a motorcycle courier. The fabric is a bit stiff from age but is not crumbling or flaking. Made out of a sturdy rubberized cotton cavalry twill material, the jacket was used during ww2 by. Wtt 1944 british military motorcycle dispatch riders coat.
102 1349 326 72 934 1422 577 368 225 54 1453 785 1547 1074 381 247 1276 693 1036 1008 337 1379 896 857 498 1516 1399 958 289 611 1365 1262 359 151 1576 814 326 1033 1060 1043 1187 15 1234 222 1125 964