Battle of Britain named Schwimmvest
 

I own a Battle of Britain Schwimmvest taken from Lt Achleitner of JG3 on 24th August 1940 after he had been shot down into the sea off Herne Bay.
I have many other details about him to add to the story of the vest.

My question is this:

I have to renew my house insurance very soon and list all items over £1000 with the approximate value of each item.
I know a Battle of Britain named Schwimmvest with known history is a rare beast but what would all you collectors out there put as a resonable value.

I should add it is never for sale !

Re: Battle of Britain named Schwimmvest
 

Perhaps this museum can help.


http://www.rathbonemuseum.com/GERMANY/GER40/GER40.html



Regards,
Ed

Re: Battle of Britain named Schwimmvest
 

As you don't want to sell it, and you can't but another one, it is priceless.

The only clue will be to check e-bay to see if something approaching has been bought and to fix the same price.

Re: Battle of Britain named Schwimmvest
 

Hi Jon,

Click on the link below and scroll down to the Wehrmacht equipment forum. This web site is a colllectors forum which deals with everything from Knights Crosses to toilet paper and is primarily haunted by collectors. Most individuals on the forum will be very glad to help you with a value as they have most likely encountered this type of flyers item in the past, know values and can extrapilate sp? additional cost based on the specifics you have. If you have scans to show so much the better and if you need to post them let me know as I am a member.

http://www.wehrmacht-awards.com/forums//index.php?

In addition their is a topic called organization/order of batttle...I believe, which deals with inquires on specific individuals, of course some may turn up on this site as well.

Cheers

Jeremy

Re: Battle of Britain named Schwimmvest
 

Hi John,I would be inclined to insure it for between £1500 and £2500,I collect Luftwaffe flying clothing and equipment,although my interest is mid to late war,I have seen these early items go for quite high prices.If it were on say E-bay,it may go for £1000,but if two or more collectors are after the same item it could go for considerably more.
Best thing to do is do a search for Battle of Britain Schwimvest and see what comes up,a dealer may have one in stock that could give you a guide price,Regards,Mike.