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This cover-layer cuff is part of the pair was worn by astronaut Ed White on the Gemini 4 mission in June, 1965, during which he became the first American to "walk in space."

The cuffs were worn over his wrist, where the sunlight would have heated the aluminium locking rings to an excessive temperature had they not been protected by these cuffs. They are made of the same high-temperature nylon as the spacesuit, and fitted in place with the help of a small elastic band.

NASA transferred the suit to the Museum in 1967.

 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-Pressure Suits-Parts & Structural Components Manufacturer David Clark Company, Inc.
 Astronaut Edward H. White, II
 Dimensions Overall: 6 3/4in. x 5 3/4in. (17.15 x 14.61cm)
 Materials Overall: HT Nylon
 Inventory Number A19670210006 Credit Line Transferred from NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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