US USAF F-86 Sabre Antenna Hand Control RHS

The US USAF F-86 Sabre Antenna Hand Control RHS is an original component used in the iconic North American F-86 Sabre jet fighter. This hand control device, positioned on the right-hand side (RHS) of the cockpit, allowed pilots to manually operate the aircraft’s radar or communications antennae during flight. Constructed from durable metal and composite materials, the hand control features period-appropriate switches, dials, and mechanical linkages typical of early jet-age technology. The F-86 Sabre saw extensive service with the United States Air Force (USAF) during the Korean War and played a significant role in the development of jet aircraft tactics and avionics. Items such as this antenna hand control offer insight into mid-20th century military engineering and cockpit instrumentation. This artifact is suitable for collectors, restorers, and historians seeking authentic components related to Cold War-era military aviation. Signs of age and operational wear are consistent with its original use.