Germany. A Cased Pair of RLB Flak Crew Member’s Splinter Protective Glasses

(Splitterschutzbrille).

A pair of RLB (Reichsluftschutzbund/National Air Protection League) Flak Crew Member’s Splinter Protective Glasses; consisting of two eyepieces with see-through celluloid plastic lenses with triple-punctured top and bottom for ventilation, with an independent flexible nose-piece and matching celluloid side guards. The glasses are held in place via a two-piece strap, consisting partially of elastic fabric, and cotton, as well as metal fittings for adjustment. The goggles measure approximately 135 mm across when unfolded, and 70 mm x 80 mm folded. The glasses are accompanied by their original wax paper wrapping and aa period-original textured paper case, stitched together with black twine; measuring 111 mm x 85 mm; in absolutely mint and unissued condition.