1970s United Air Lines 3rd Issue Captain Wing Owned by Kermit R. Steinbeck with Two Diamond Chips
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This is a 1970s United Air Lines captain wing that was originally owned by Kermit R. Steinbeck, a pilot who had fifty-six years of service with United. The wing shows a red, white and blue crest at center and four stars at top, two of which have diamond chips.
VINTAGE:Circa 1970s.
SIZE:Approximately 7/8" in height and 3-3/8" in width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Chrome- and gold-plated brass with enameled areas and diamond chips.
ATTACHMENT:Horizontal pin with come-under locking catch and stabilization post.
MARKINGS:LEAVENS MFG. ATTLEBORO, MASS.
ITEM NOTES:This is from an airlines collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. RBEV8/98 LADEX11/10
CONDITION:8 (Excellent-): Wing shows very light abrasions and tarnish only.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.