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This boot is part of the pair worn by Scott Carpenter on his Mercury mission in May 1962. Mercury boots were not integrated into the suit. The suit pressure bladder covered the foot and was inserted into the boot, which was adjusted separately.

They were lightweight, nylon-fabric boots with tennis-shoe-type soles. The upper surface was of an aluminized nylon fabric with front closing zipper and adjustment lacings on each side.

Transferred to the National Air and Space Museum from NASA in 1971

 Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Footwear Manufacturer B. F. Goodrich Co.
 Astronaut Scott M. Carpenter
 Dimensions Clothing: 30.5 x 10.2 x 25.4cm (12 x 4 x 10 in.)
 Materials Upper boot: aluminized nylon, steel, polyester, foam padding
Snaps: Brass
Zipper: Brass, cotton
Sole: Rubber
 Inventory Number A19710022005 Credit Line Donated by the U.S. Navy Yard, Washington, DC Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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