These scissors were part of the Personal Preference Kit of Command Module Pilot Michael Collins during the Apollo 11 mission in July 1969. They were used to open the plastic bags in which food was rehydrated, to enable the astronauts to eat and reduce the danger of spillage.
Donated to the National Air and Space Museum by Michael Collins in 1984.
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
Astronaut
Michael Collins
Manufacturer
Weck
Dimensions
3-D (On display): 23.5 × 9 × 1cm (9 1/4 × 3 9/16 × 3/8 in.)
Materials
Overall: Chrome-plated steel
Inventory Number
A19850144000
Credit Line
Donated by Michael Collins
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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