German Air Force 1933-45

The flag cloth of golden-yellow silk, bordered all around with silver fringe of aluminum thread. Dimensions of the flag 140 x 123 cm. On the obverse side in the center the large Luftwaffe eagle, on the reverse side the Iron Cross, each hand-embroidered in the center within an oak leaf wreath, in the 4 corners a swastika each. The sleeve cloth with holes from nailing to the flagpole.

Diameter approximately 19.5 cm, maker's mark "F. Fürstenberg". Condition 2.

Brown heavy-duty paper with paper label. Condition 2.

wooden carved eagle (removable) standing on wooden base, condition 2.

Large silver-plated trophy cup with lid, total height 49 cm, multi-part construction, blackened wooden base, metal intermediate piece, Bakelite intermediate piece and the cup. The lid also with a Bakelite intermediate piece. Cup front engraved with Spanish coat of arms. Hammered into the lid: LC Espana 1938/39 unserem Spiess das Uffz.-Korps 3./J.88. In good condition with beautiful patina.
Jagdgruppe 88 (J/88) was a German fighter aircraft unit. Along with Kampfgruppe 88 (K/88), it was the largest flying unit of the Legion Condor, which participated on Franco's side in the Spanish Civil War and, despite its relatively modest size, made a significant contribution to the victory over the Spanish Republic. The nominal squadron strength was twelve fighters each.
3. Staffel - Unlike the first two squadrons, the 3rd Staffel (3./J88) was initially designated as a close air support squadron from the beginning; accordingly, it was the last to convert to the Bf 109. Like the other squadrons, it operated during the first period of the war in rapid succession from various field airfields, mostly in the center of the country. These included Escalona and Villa del Prado. He 51C

At the end of March 1937, it moved with the rest of the Gruppe to Vitoria in the north, and during the Battle of Brunete it flew once more from Villa del Prado, relocating at the end of July 1937 to the northern theater of war at Calohorra del Boedo. Also in July 1937, Adolf Galland took command of the Staffel for the remainder of its time as a He-51 squadron. After a few weeks, the 3./J88 was relocated in mid-August 1937 together with the 1.J/88 closer to the front at Orzales, moving in early September with the rest of the Gruppe to the two airfields in the Santander area.

In early January 1938, during the Battle of Teruel, the 3rd and 4th J/88 were stationed at Calamocha. After the end of this battle, the entire Gruppe was concentrated at Gallur at the end of February for regeneration, and during the Aragon Offensive the two He 51 squadrons flew from Sariñena and Bujaraloz. After Franco's troops broke through to the Mediterranean and during the advance toward Valencia, further employment of the He 51 was no longer justifiable and both squadrons were relieved of their duties.

However, the 3. J/88 was immediately reconstituted as a Bf 109 unit and, like the other two Bf-109 squadrons, flew fighter missions from La Sénia for the next few months. Under the command of their new Staffelkapitän Werner Mölders, it achieved the most aerial victories of all three Bf-109 squadrons in the second half of 1938. During this time, Mölders perfected the new tactical doctrine begun the previous year by Lützow. The final fighter missions were flown in early 1939 in the province of Barcelona.

circa 1942. Blackened body with black leatherette covering, blackened engravings. Upper rear of body marked "Luftwaffen-Eigentum" (Luftwaffe Property), back door with manufacturer label "Robot Germany". The lens also marked "Robot Germany" on the side, but without "Luftwaffen-Eigentum" designation. Interior with serial number "F47626-6". Complete with original leather case marked "Robot Germany". Includes an additional lens in case by "Voigtländer". Shows signs of use, fully functional, in good condition.

Very fine hand-painted squadron insignia on a metal shield, height 16 cm. Drilled hole, condition 2.

Section of the underside of a wing, cut from the wreck, the original paint of the Balkenkreuz on light blue background as well as yellow border stripe still quite well preserved, upper side with 8 drill holes from the old screws, dimensions approximately 41 x 56 cm. A manufacturer’s plate “Bordfunkanlage Me 109 F 4 - Zur Ausrüstung der Bordfunkanlage gehören: Funkgerätesatz Fu G. Anf Z. Ln 8013, Peilgerätesatz Teil G. LN.. Funklandegerätesatz Fz Bg Anf. Z. Ln..., Einbausatz nach Fl 26080 - 1.. Andere Geräte as oben angegeben dürfen nicht verwendet werden - LN 28262”, on the side with 4 drill holes from the old screws. Both aircraft parts are warped from the crash and show corresponding age-related traces.
The remains of the aircraft were recovered in the Stalingrad area in the 1990s and were mounted as a diorama on a framed canvas. The canvas painted in modern style in the colors of the aircraft with depiction of a top view of the fighter aircraft and inscription “Messerschmitt Bf 109 F-4, Stalingrad Area 1943”, lower right with artist’s signature, in black wooden frame, overall dimensions 72 x 103 cm.

Version 1933 - 1935. Square pennant made of red, color-printed cotton, obverse centrally featuring a white disc with the Weimar eagle in laurel wreath with suspended Pour le Mérite on stylized wings above four diagonal white rays widening toward the corners with swastikas and black border. Reverse with swastika in center and Weimar eagle in each of the 4 rays. Dimensions approximately 24 x 24 cm. Complete with internally sewn metal frame and remains of celluloid protective cover.

This pennant was used by Göring only during the period from 1933 to 1935. After his appointment as Commander-in-Chief of the Luftwaffe in February 1935, a new model was introduced.

Extremely rare, no other example known to us.

December 1942 edition, “This card is considered expendable material!”, 6-page fold-out format, punched, used condition.

Very fine hand-painted squadron crest on a metal shield, height 16 cm. Drilled hole, condition 2.

Aluminum construction with riveted steel hooks, with brown leather loop, Condition 2

circa 1939. Double-sided printed execution with surrounding fringe, approximately 14 x 14 cm, without flagpole and without base. Several old repaired areas, condition 3.
A typical desk decoration for an officers' mess.

Brown heavy-duty paper with paper label affixed. Condition 2.

circa 1942. Large-format portrait of the non-commissioned officer in flight blouse with all decorations: Frontflugspange for Reconnaissance Crews in Silver, ribbon bar, and Iron Cross 1st Class. Very fine detailed colored pastel drawing, signed on reverse “I. Steinel - Freiburg 1942”. Complete in glazed wooden frame, dimensions 55 x 65 cm. Undamaged, condition 2.

Wooden construction, dimensions approximately 10.5 x 15.5 cm, height approximately 5 cm, imprint “1943 Brjansk”. Denazified, condition 2.

Circa 1936. Pocket watch fob, obverse with Luftwaffe eagle (version without swastika), reverse engraved “TeKo Blindflugschule”. Together with an aluminum tag with hand-stamped designation “Uffz. Siebke Blindflug T.K.”, possibly a locker key fob or similar. Condition 2.

woven construction, facing left and right, mounted on sample board (easily removable), reverse with section of DAF cap ribbon, condition 2.

Diameter approximately 10.5 cm, marked "Luftgau - Kommando Norwegen", reverse with silver hallmark "NORROHA 60 G&P A". Condition 2.

1938, blue leather, manufacturer “Wilhelm Eilers jr., Bielefeld”. Interior with embossed portrait as angel on cloud, pages partially inscribed by the soldier, condition 2.

Very fine hand-painted squadron emblem on a metal shield, height 16 cm. With mounting hole, Unit: 8./JG 51, age-related wear, Condition 2.

B-Uhr (Observer's Watch)
Requirement designation: Fl.23883
Equipment No.: 127-560 B
Type: Durowe
Model: B (2nd Version)
Manufacturer: Lacher & Co., Pforzheim (Laco)
Year of manufacture: 1942
Movement: Laco, gold-plated, 22 jewels
Movement No.: H 3728. Fully functional, Condition 2, leather strap renewed. Condition 2.

Brown heavy-duty paper with paper label. Condition 2.

18.5 x 8.5 cm, wooden with plaque, engraving “Zur Erinnerung an die 1. Seeaufklärungsgruppe Tromsø - Trondheim” (In Memory of 1st Naval Reconnaissance Group Tromsø - Trondheim), Condition 2.

This is a typical handcrafted piece, probably made at an airfield as a gift for an aircraft crew. Cast aluminum on iron arch, unprofessionally screwed together, one propeller blade is missing, hardwood base, the cigarette rests and heat-resistant insert are missing, height approximately 20 cm. A quite decorative one-of-a-kind piece in good condition.

Elaborately crafted wooden folder consisting of 2 wooden panels connected by iron hinges. Each wooden panel measures 42 x 47.5 cm. The front and back are decorated with 4 eagle-and-swastika national emblems in each corner, also made of iron, with a hinged clasp in the center bearing the years 1941-1943 and a small latch on a chain. Both panels have interior frames for storing documents. Includes a letter from Oberleutnant A. Greiner to Government Building Councilor Luley at the Reich Air Ministry in Berlin dated March 1, 1944; unfortunately, the heavy seal on red cord is only loosely attached, which accompanied the hand-painted decorative sheets. The 13 hand-painted sheets, some very decorative, describe the unit's accomplishments, such as completion of expansion work on 14 airfields, 9 runways, and 32.5 km of perimeter roads 12 m wide, illustrated with painted sketches of work routes, etc.
Very fine folder in very good condition.

Very fine hand-painted squadron crest on a metal shield, height 16 cm. Drilled hole, with inscription "mors mors", condition 2.

Very fine hand-painted squadron crest on a metal sheet sign, height 16 cm. Drilled hole, with inscription “Unkraut vergeht nicht” (Weeds never die), condition 2.

Fine zinc, marked “Werkzeugmarke, Erprobungsstelle Rechlin”. The tag was welded together after the war and coated with a protective layer, used condition.

Price per piece: 15 Euro.

Condition may vary slightly.