GP-5 Original Soviet Civilian Protective Gas Mask (activated Charcoal filter and bag included) (Extra Large, black);

Up for sale is a Soviet GP-5 gas mask with a case (bag) and all accessories, including a radiation filter. It is one of the most popular and truly reliable civilian gas masks produced in the Soviet Union from 1970 to 1989. The GP-5 was made famous for its apparent use in Chernobyl after the nuclear disaster. It can operate in all weather and withstand temperatures from -40 degrees (Celsius and Fahrenheit) to 114 °C (237 °F). The GP-5 also comes with sealed glass eye pieces. They were originally made to protect the wearer from radioactive fallout during the Cold War and were distributed to most fallout shelters. They have recently been tested to see if they have NBC (Nuclear, Biological and Chemical) protective capabilities. It was concluded that the mask will last in an NBC situation for 24 hours. They are a favorite of gas mask collectors because they have the "old" circular eyepieces like masks used in WWII and the "helmet" type masks. Never used, new old stock from the Soviet surplus warehouse. These masks are available in medium and small sizes, and the case measures approx. 10" x 6" x 4" (25 x 15 x 11 cm).