The Mercury boots were lightweight, nylon-fabric boots with tennis-shoe-type soles. Manufactured by the B.F. Goodrich Company, they were lightweight and flexible.
Display Status
This object is on display in Destination Moon at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Footwear
Astronaut
Alan B. Shepard Jr.
Manufacturer
B. F. Goodrich Co.
Dimensions
Clothing: 30.5 x 11.4 x 21.6cm (12 in. x 4 1/2 in. x 8 1/2 in.)
Materials
Upper: Aluminized nylon, polyester, brass
Sole: Rubber
Inventory Number
A19770563005
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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