Description
British Army surplus, authentic S10 Gas Mask respirator manufactured by Avon rubber - with screw on surplus filter canister. Excellent surplus condition.
The S10 NBC Respirator is the protective gas mask currently in service with all branches of the British armed forces, and is generally accepted, along with its derivative, the FM12, as one of the best protective masks in the world today. The Avon S-10 gas mask was designed and developed for the British (MOD) and the British Special Air Service (SAS). Its advantages include improved levels of protection, communication, vision, comfort, compatibility and maintainability. Haversack not included.
Features
- Provides excellent protection against penetration by biological or chemical threat agents.
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- Compatible with a wide range of user equipment including optical sights, weapons, combat clothing, protective head gear and communications equipment.
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- Wearer comfort ensured by lightweight construction and low breathing resistance.
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- Wide field of vision and good anti-misting characteristics.
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- Intrinsically safe speech transmitter allows clear direct communication for excellent command and control.
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- Secondary speech transmitter enables use of communications equipment.
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- Fail-safe drinking system for use in contaminated environments.
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- Left and right hand canister option.
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- 6-point pre-adjusted quick fit harness allows rapid donning.
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- Highly robust and easy to decontaminate.
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- Currently in service with the British Armed Forces and numerous other military, paramilitary and police forces worldwide.