Observer Harness
Adopted by the RAF in February 1933, the Observer Harness was employed extensively by English, Canadian, and later by US fliers. The Observer was standard issue in Bomber Command for crew members. It faithfully served throughout the war and well into the postwar era.
This replica is built with the double layered Type VIII black dot webbing and period hardware. Built with the correct fully-circular quick release box, it is a beautiful reproduction of this rare parachute. The harness is complete with the characteristic drab brown back pad, which features period cotton duck, original drab brown retaining webbing, and stainless hardware. Internally, it features period style hair felt padding. The correct square rings are located on the saddle for attachment of a life raft.
Be sure to check out the companion Observer Chest Pack
For the related Type-C dinghy case, see the Dinghy/Raft Cases page.
Standard Version: $447 (Email us to order - generally ships in 3-5 days)
With fully circular release: +$20
(Payment plans available - If you're interested, just shoot us a message!)
This replica is built with the double layered Type VIII black dot webbing and period hardware. Built with the correct fully-circular quick release box, it is a beautiful reproduction of this rare parachute. The harness is complete with the characteristic drab brown back pad, which features period cotton duck, original drab brown retaining webbing, and stainless hardware. Internally, it features period style hair felt padding. The correct square rings are located on the saddle for attachment of a life raft.
Be sure to check out the companion Observer Chest Pack
For the related Type-C dinghy case, see the Dinghy/Raft Cases page.
Standard Version: $447 (Email us to order - generally ships in 3-5 days)
With fully circular release: +$20
(Payment plans available - If you're interested, just shoot us a message!)
