Object Details
Manufacturer
David Clark Company, Inc.
Astronaut
Donn F. Eisele
Summary
This glove was worn by astronaut Donn Eisele during training sessions before the first Apollo mission. The glove has the A1-C designation as the style of glove to be worn to the moon had not been decided upon.
A-1-C gloves were designed for heavy duty service with an outer glove made of white nylon, as protection for the inner glove. 1.15 volt fingertip lights with independently powered 30 hr, 1.5 volt battery pack were attached to the first two fingers which were operated by moving a toggle switch on each hand.
NASA transferred it to the museum.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19850273000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Handwear
Materials
Exterior: Nylon, HT1 Nomex, velcro
Interior: Rubber latex/neoprine mix, Neoprine-coated nylon (ripstop), steel
Wrist bearings: anodized aluminium
Dimensions
3-D: 27.9 x 10.2cm (11 x 4 in.)
Other (wrist bearing): 4 1/4in. (10.8cm)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19850273000