Apparatus, Breathing
Object number2011.127.423 a-h
Manufacturer
Mine Safety Appliances Company
Date1951
OriginPittsburgh, PA
MediumMetal, paper, wood, plastic, rubber, cotton, leather, paint
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Police Historical Association
DescriptionBreathing apparatus consisting of facepiece, gas mask, wooden box, air canister, wrench, and other accessories.Dimensionsa) 35.00" L, 13.50" W, 5.25" Hb) 14.00" L, 9.00" W, 3.50" H
c) 23.00" L, 15.75" W, 9.75" H
d) 8.25" L, 6.50" W, 2.75" H
e) 5.50" L, 1.00" W, 0.187" H
f) Diam: 0.75"
g) Diam: 0.75"
h) Diam: 0.75"
Marks(b)
Engraved on top front: "1222"
(c)
Painted on front: "M.S.A CHEMOX / OXYGEN / BREATHING APPARATUS / BUREAU OF MINES (MSA cross inscribed in a circle symbol) APPROVAL 1307".
Historical NotesPart of the Pittsburgh Police Historical Association collection.
Related institution
Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
Related institution
United States Bureau of Mines
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