British Aircrew Lightweight Cape Leather Flying Gloves
RAF / RN Resources
AP1182E, Vol 1, Section 1, Chapter 8, (AL 10, October 1951)
Quote:
CAPE LEATHER LIGHTWEIGHT GLOVES
4. These gloves may be worn by crew members who require a glove which does not restrict the sense of touch and gives protection from flash burns. The tanning of the leather ensures that the gloves have a slightly sticky surface. the gloves are supplied in pairs in six sizes 7 1/2 to 10 ascending in half sizes, and are available under Stores Ref. 22C/1061 to 1066.
AP3456E, Part 1, Section 2, Chapter 2 (AL9, January 1982)
This AP does not mention the white cap leather gloves, but instead has a section covering the green equivalent.
Exhibit
Used Cape Leather Flying Gloves
These gloves have seen a lot of service life, and are a good "used" example. Visible is the later (NSN style) Stores Ref number 22C/0005737, which does not sit within the range of 22C numbers in the above quote.
