This full pressure glove is part of a pair made for the Mark IV High Altitude suit used by the U.S. Navy in the early 1960s, and is considered the forerunner of the Mercury suit and gloves.
It is constructed with an interior bladder of rubber, and an exterior of green nylon, with adjustment straps over the upper hand. The palms are of leather.
Transferred from NASA, Manned Spacecraft Center in 1970.
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
B.F. Goodrich
Dimensions
3-D: 30.5 x 13.3 x 10.2cm (12 x 5 1/4 x 4 in.)
Other (Wrist Ring): 8.9cm (3 1/2 in.)
Materials
Exterior: Nylon, Steel, Leather
Interior: Rubber/neoprene, Synthetic Fabric
Wrist disconnect: Anodized Aluminum, rubber
Zipper: Nylon, Brass
Inventory Number
A19710038001
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA - Manned Spacecraft Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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