Other Ranks, Ankle Boots

The standard issue RAF Other Ranks ankle boots of the 1940s differed little from those adopted in the 1920s or the black ankle boots worn by the RNAS during the First World War.

The RAF Other Ranks ankle boots lacked the reinforced toe cap found on the Army’s boots of the same era and commonly lacked hobnails which could damage airframes or produce sparks while walking on paved or metal surfaces. A highly undesirable occurrence if operating close to a fuel rich environment.