I wonder what airline they are thinking of using

[Airspeed]

Some of you may be aware that I collect WWII aircraft parts and crew gear. One elusive item is an affordable genuine Mae West.
Found this one tonight, wasn't really surprised by the GBP1250.00, but the postage had me shocked
This is a copy and paste of the description, word for word:


WW2 RAF Aircrew Complete Aircrew Mae West Life Jacket.

A superb and rare as worn complete example. Comprising: Yellow cloth outer, complete with all ties, grab handles and issue label. .... Bladder with issue stamps. .... Kapok Pads. .... CO2 Bottle. .... Chrome pull handle. .... Floatation torch. .... White Metal AM stamped tube whistle. .... Heliograph signalling mirror. ... Yellow cotton skull cap. Overall GC has been worn.

Not suitable for overseas air fright posting. Please not Overseas posting will be charged at cost and adjusted.

Code: 1021879Price: 1250.00 GBP

[emfrat]

Maybe they should have said 2500GBP including fright?

The CO2 bottle would be a problem for the airline, methinks.
ATB
MikeW

[Garry Russell]

Maybe by these people, who title suggest their level of care.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phuket_Air