WW2 US USN Navy Aviation Machinist’s 2nd Class Rank Trade Patch

The WW2 US USN Navy Aviation Machinist’s 2nd Class Rank Trade Patch is an authentic insignia issued to designate the rank and specialty of naval aviation machinists during World War II. Worn on the uniform’s left sleeve, this patch identified enlisted personnel responsible for maintaining and repairing aircraft engines and related systems within the United States Navy aviation division. The patch typically consists of a dark navy-blue wool backing, featuring a perched eagle with outstretched wings above a specialty mark and chevrons. The specialty mark for aviation machinist is represented by a two-bladed propeller, indicating technical expertise in aircraft engine work. Below the specialty mark, two downward-pointing chevrons indicate the 2nd Class Petty Officer rank. This patch served both as a symbol of technical proficiency and as a means of visual rank identification. It reflects the structure and organization of US Navy aviation units during the Second World War. Collectors and historians value such patches for their historical significance and craftsmanship