This is the left of a pair of gloves worn by astronaut Thomas P. Stafford, Command Pilot of the Gemini IX-A mission that occurred during June 1966.
G-4-C gloves were constructed of high temperature (HT) nylon, with a strap and buckle adjustment around the wrist and palm, and red (right) and blue (left) anodized aluminum wrist disconnects. There is a steel palm bar between the layers of the gloves for safety, and finger lights with battery packs for night visibility.
NASA transferred this pair of gloves to the museum after the conclusion of the Gemini program.
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-Handwear
Manufacturer
David Clark Company, Inc.
Dimensions
Overall: 22.9 × 12.7cm (9 × 5 in.)
Materials
HT Nylon, polyester, steel, neoprene-coated nylon, anodized aluminum
Inventory Number
A19680444002
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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