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These metal scissors are similar to those carried by astronauts during the Apollo program. They were often used to open the plastic bags in which food was rehydrated. The rounded tip of the sciccors prevented accidentally puncturing sensitive items in the spacecraft and minimized the potential of cuts to the astronauts.

Transferred from NASA, Johnson Space Center to the Museum in 1977.

 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-Food & Food Accessories Manufacturer Weck
 Dimensions 3-D: 21 × 7.9 × 1.3cm (8 1/4 × 3 1/8 × 1/2 in.)
 Materials Chrome-plated steel, fabric cordage
 Inventory Number A19770576000 Credit Line Transferred from NASA Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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