Glove, A-4-H, Left

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Hamilton Standard

Subcontractor

ILC Industries Inc.

Summary

This A4-H glove was designed and constructed by ILC Industries for Hamilton Standard in 1964. The glove was made of a rubber-neoprene compound with a silver leather overglove attached to provide protection for the rubber and prevent the expansion of the glove while under pressure.

NASA transferred this to NASM in 1977

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Inventory Number

A19772789002

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Handwear

Materials

Glove: Rubber/neoprene compound

Overglove: Leather

Disconnect: Anodized aluminium

Fittings: Nylon, aluminium, steel

Dimensions

3-D: 27.9 x 11.4 x 10.2cm (11 x 4 1/2 x 4 in.)

Country of Origin

United States of America

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Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9d0ef5aad-8e63-4a38-a5b2-32a224a020a8

Record ID

nasm_A19772789002