Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very good condition rubberized life vest “Schwimmweste” with an original air cylinder. The vest is mostly complete, and is missing the securing strap, though some of the compartment plugs are missing.

This kind of life vest is the inflatable standard version of the Kriegsmarine which was also occasionally used by the Luftwaffe. The rubber is still quite supple, with no cracking or other major damage.

There are still original markings and numbers present, including the EAGLE / M Kriegsmarine acceptance stamp, but no clear manufacturer or date can be found. The date is usually found on the securing straps, but unfortunately the straps on this example appear to have been cut, making it difficult to determine the year.

Comes more than ready for further research and display.