This spacesuit glove was constructed to provide a realistic display of astronaut Walter (Wally) Schirra. Wally Schirra was launched in Sigma 7 on October 3, 1962 and flew for 9 hours and 13 minutes, during which time he traveled 153,900 miles and orbited the earth five and three quarter times. It was the third orbital mission of the US Space program.
As the suit was constructed for display purposes only, it has an exterior, but no interior layers. However, like the mission and training suits, it was manufactured by the B.F. Goodrich Company, and was developed from the U.S. Navy MK- IV full pressure suit. It was selected by NASA in 1959 for use in the Project Mercury.
North American Rockwell donated this glove in 1973.
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 Co.
Astronaut
Walter M. Schirra, Jr.
Dimensions
Overall: 11 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 4 1/4 in. (29.2 x 11.4 x 10.8cm)
Materials
Aluminized nylon, aluminium, steel, leather, synthetic fabric, rubber/neoprene
Inventory Number
A19730682002
Credit Line
Gift of North American Rockwell
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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