Sunday, November 30, 2008

Chinese Submarine Escape Suit


I picked up this suit several months ago thanks to a friend in China and its really an incredible suit. Made totally of unlined rubber the hood incorporates a mask and a mouthpiece for a rebreather which is held tightly into the wearer's mouth by a strap (LOL - the perfect gag). Entry into the suit is via a tunnel style opening in the front which is then sealed by tieing it off with a rubber cord.
On the right thigh there are two cannisters which allow the suit to be inflated for floatation
and warmth. Wearing it is a fantastic feeling as you are basically sealed into your own rubber world. The only problem I found is jaw
fatigue from the mouthpiece.


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