Rare WWII USAAF Northrup P-61 Black Widow Night Fighter Pilot Qualification Lapel Pin

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  • Rare WWII USAAF Northrup P-61 Black Widow Night Fighter Pilot Qualification Lapel Pin
  • Rare WWII USAAF Northrup P-61 Black Widow Night Fighter Pilot Qualification Lapel Pin
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Description

ARTIFACT:

Rare WWII Northrop P-61 Black Widow Night Fighter Pilot Qualification lapel pin. The Black Widow was the first aircraft specifically designed for night fighting and could operate in total darkness aided by onboard systems while it moved into position. The P-61 became one of Northrop's most successful products.

VINTAGE:

Circa WWII

SIZE:

5/8" x 7/8"

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Enameled brass.

ATTACHMENT:

Horizontal pin with drop in swivel locking catch.

MARKINGS:

None.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from a collection of USAAF artifacts we will be listing more of over the next few months. VEJX13 LAGEX11/14 SEJX9/15

CONDITION:

8 (Excellent-): Lapel pin shows minor wear and nearly all of the enamel details remain intact.

GUARANTEE:

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.

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