British Denison Kynhook Lightning Zipp Fasteners
Good used condition. Fully functional and field-ready, with light wear and typical service markings.
Genuine Issue Surplus
KEY FEATURES
Original British Army Denison smock Lightning Kynhook zip fasteners from the Second World War.
Airborne Uniform Hardware
Manufactured in Birmingham during WW2, these 10-inch Lightning Kynhook zip fasteners served as the front chest closure on British airborne Denison smocks. Issued to paratroopers and Commandos, the half-length design allowed quick ventilation while keeping the smock secure under parachute harness webbing.
Period Engineering & Materials
Each fastener features interlocking metal alloy teeth mounted on dense herringbone weave cotton tape. The robust puller carries original factory stampings, engineered to resist jamming in wet combat conditions. This classic construction gives genuine mechanical durability unmatched by modern synthetic components.
Restoration & Project Utility
These fasteners are rated in Grade 1 surplus condition with smooth slider action. They provide an exact period match for replacing broken closures on original wartime jumpsuits, repairing vintage workwear, or completing high-grade historical uniform builds.
Complete your vintage Denison smock repair with original wartime British fasteners.
This item was used by the British Army during the WWII (1939–1945) and is in Grade 1 condition. It is in very good condition with plenty of life left. We recommend giving it a wash before wearing.
| Product Code | SKU9085E |
| Department | Clothing |
| Condition/Grade | Grade 1 |
| Era | WWII (1939–1945) |
| Issuing Country | British |
| Service | Army |
| Make | Lightning Fasteners Ltd (Kynoch) |
| Model | Kynhook 10-Inch Zipp Fastener |
| Country of Manufacture | United Kingdom (Birmingham) |
| Tape Material | Herringbone Weave Cotton |
| Teeth & Slider Material | Metal Alloy |
| Original Application | British Airborne Denison Smock (1st & 2nd Pattern) |
| Key Features | Lightweight |
| Activities | Historical Reenactment, Workwear & DIY |
Grade 1 represents solid, fully functional military surplus that has been deployed or issued but remains in great usable condition with plenty of life left.
- Functionality: 100% field-ready. All main zippers, press studs, drawstrings, and buckles work as intended with no critical faults.
- Fabric & Wear: Structurally sound with light cosmetic wear, minor abrasion, or subtle fading from normal military use and laundering.
- Markings & Personalisation: May feature soldier names, unit numbers, service markings, or light depot stamps written on tags or fabric.
- Repairs: May include neat, professional military-standard stitches or minor reinforcement patches that do not compromise gear integrity.
- Storage & Cleanliness: Gear is serviceable straight out of the box, though a standard initial wash or airing is recommended to clear typical military surplus storage scent and minor handling dust.
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