Vintage 10th Mountain Division Downhill Skis with Poles

Vintage 10th Mountain Division Downhill Snow Skis and Poles
c. 1958, 20th century
Wood, Metal
Skis - 82"l x 3.5"w
Poles - Adjustable from 36" to 62"
© Vintage Winter

Authentic example of 10th Mountain Division equipment. They were painted white to act as camouflage during missions on snow-covered terrain.  Most 10th Mountain Division soldiers were actually recruited by the U.S. National Ski Patrol.  Skis like these were monumental in the successful missions against the Germans in the Italian mountains. Matching serial numbers (0628) and 1-58 indicates these were made in Jan 1958.  

WWII 10th Mountain Division on Skis.
WWII 10th Mountain Division on Skis.

 

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