*ULTRA RARE* ORIGINAL RAF D TYPE OXYGEN MASK HOSE + 6D/101 CONNECTOR

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For sale from my private collection is an extremely rare, early version of the unbraided, tan, india rubber D Type Oxygen Mask hose. 6D/80.

The D Type Oxygen Mask was introduced in the 1930s, and utilised a constant flow oxygen system which necessitated a 5ft length of rubber tubing, complete with Mark IIIB * (6D/101) connector, to enable fitting to the aircraft's oxygen system. Very early iterations of the oxygen hose were covered in gold-coloured cotton braiding or, like this version, were left uncovered in their natural inda rubber state. Original hoses have not survived well, with most hardening or splitting completely. And that is if you can find one. Original hoses are almost impossible to find in any condition.

This particular hose is in exceptional condition, still beautifully flexible and without any significant crazing to the rubber. As the photos show it is very supple and still retains excellent colour. The Mark IIIB* Connector is also in exceptional condition, dated 1939, and completes the set perfectly. This hose could easily be fitted to a D Type Oxygen Mask to complete an exceptional Battle of Britain display.

Original hoses for the D Type Oxygen Mask are extremely rare, and most collectors would be forgiven for investing in a reproduction to complete a display. This is a unique opportunity to obtain an original in a very desirable condition.
 
You may never find another.