Original U.S. WWII AAF Bomber Cockpit Seat Cushion Life Preservers Percusion Muskets and inspired the 1950 Western

and inspired the 1950 Western film Winchester '73 starring James Stewart and directed by Anthony Mann

Hawes says

These heavy winter USN WW2 flight suits are very hard to find today

with each pistol displaying individual scenes and details while remaining part of a perfectly matched pair

Cuffs and Waistband

Original U.S. WWII AAF Bomber Cockpit Seat Cushion Life Preservers Percusion Muskets and inspired the 1950 WesternOriginal Items: Only One Set Available. These are original WW2 issue seat cushions for the B 17 Flying Fortress or B 21 cockpit (Pilot or Co Pilot). The top of seat measures 18" x 11" x 3. 5" is nicely marked: LIFE PRESERVER The second larger cushion measures 23" x 16" x 2" and was used as a back cushion. It is also stenciled it reads: U. S. AIR CORPS Each is offered in good but used condition with some minor damage and staining from use and age.