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Soviet Program, 1973, SOKOL-K ("Falcon") Rescue Suit. Suits of this type were worn by anyone who flew on the Soyuz spacecraft. It is not capable of being used outside the spacecraft in a spacewalk (EVA). It's purpose is to keep the wearer alive in the event of an accidental depressurization of the spacecraft (as happened previously on Vostok-1).
This suit is complete in all respects and was used in training for an early flight to the Salyut space station. The suit consists of an inner pressure layer of rubberized kapron and an outer layer of white nylon canvas. The boots are integrated into the suit, but the gloves are removable and attach by means of blue anodized aluminium wrist couplings. The polycarbonate visor can open on hinges mounted near the ears and seals with an anodized aluminium clavicle flange when closed. The hood or soft helmet folds when the visor is raised. There is a single laced access/egress opening on the front along with various adjustment straps and connectors (oxygen, electrical, communication, etc.). A suit pressure guage is mounted on the left wrist.
The suit is in excellent condition with only minimal signs of wear. ALSO included is the ShD-10 black leather/mesh communications headset designed for use with this suit.
An important addition to any collection.
Estimated Value $7,500 - 10,000.
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