This rare and authentic World War II British gas mask, dated 1942, is a powerful artifact from a time of global turmoil. Issued to British military personnel and members of the Commonwealth forces, as well as the British Home Guard, it reflects the intense civil defense measures in place during the war. The mask features a brown fabric facepiece, round dual eyepieces, and a distinctive corrugated breathing tube connecting to a red metal filter canister stamped with wartime markings. Functional in its time and deeply symbolic today, it embodies the era’s engineering, caution, and resilience.
Key Features:
Date: 31/7/1942 stamped on the top of the canister
Origin: United Kingdom
Material: Brown fabric over molded rubber, metal fittings, ribbed hose, steel canister
Markings: “Z 22835,” “HST,” and date-stamped 31/7/42
Dimensions: W13 x L9 x H66 cm
Weight: 1400g
Condition: Good vintage condition with moderate wear, surface patina on metal, and aging on fabric consistent with age
An authentic and evocative piece of wartime history, ideal for collectors, historians, or museum-grade displays.
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