Original U.S. WWII USAAF Named Pilot B-7 Parachute Pack and Harness - Dated 1942 Military Equipment so it's possible it was

so it's possible it was folded up and kept with the soldier as a good luck charm

and originally had a very nice aluminum paint silver wash

This horn is a classic of its type

but does not have any visible markings

The upper of the collar is fabricated from a very small mid-tone gray wool

Original U.S. WWII USAAF Named Pilot B-7 Parachute Pack and Harness - Dated 1942 Military Equipment so it's possible it wasOriginal Item: Only One Available. The B 7 back type parachute was primarily designed for non stationary crew members as a soft, comfortable parachute that could be attached to the wearer at all times. Designed by Frank Manson and standardized for use on October 1, 1940, the B 7 was heavily utilized in a variety of aircraft, including non jumping personnel on paratroop training jumps. It was standard issue for pilots of the B 17 & B 24 until it was