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US Civilian Gas Mask -
This is a US homefront item. As issued during World War two. This is a gas mask that was Issued to
civilians in the cities of the United States. Complete with canvis carrying case and instructions
pamphlet.
This section of the website provides information that allows you to identify American military field
gear collectibles. The data also includes a price guide to give you an idea of the value of the items.
The design of the mask consists of a rubberized body. Two plastic lenses and the filter attached
directly to the mouth area. The filter is of metal construction. It has instructions printed
in black ink.
The carrying bag is made of light canvis. Khaki color. A shoulder strap is sewn to the body.
The letters US are stamped to the front. Just below that is the Chemical division logo.
Additional information printed includes:
Non-Combatant gas mask
m1a2-1-1
Large Adult
Property of the US government
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points that should be noted.
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The pamphlet has a series of drawings depicting a person wearing the mask. An explanation of
how the gas mask works is provided.
The cover of the instructions reas as follows:
Your gas mask
Some day this mask may be the
means of saving your life
Examine it, wear it, put it on
and take it off until you can do
so quickly
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The gas mask comes in a Child Version as well as a
Combat version . There was also a
British civilian gas mask available.
This WWII US military collectible may be currently
reproduced.
It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because
the quality of the reproductions is improving. The collector must become familiarized with
the construction style and materials employed in the manufacturing of this item.
Attention to the details is critical in order to be able to determine the authenticity of
the collectible.
If you have an interest is seeing other WWII US military collectibles, you can do so by
going to our
WWII US Military Collectibles Price Guide.
Where we cover items from the Army, Navy, Army Air Force and other organizations.
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