![]() ![]() CONS: Difficult to find drinking accessories, poor fit for most, rubber not very flexible or comfortable. PROS: Good field of view, NATO filters, drinking capability. PROS: NATO filters, drinking system works with US issue canteen caps, two voicemitters, filter position can be changed, outer "lip" seal, best vision around, very easy to use all functions. Fits like a dream, seals even with a slight beard, drinking/inhale/exhale easier than most others, a fine mask all around. PROS: NATO filters, variety of sizes, good vision, perimeter "lip" seal.ĬONS: Silicone facepiece prone to mustard/HD penetration, loses proper fit if not tightly fit into carrier while moving, poor peripheral vision. I will provide more details on each model in the future. PROS: Available in variety of sizes, NATO filters.ĬONS: Limited visibility, very hot after short period of time, most sizes impair hearing. Floppy, thin grey rubber mask that provides an instant good seal because there are no straps. PROS: Uses widely available and quick-changing NATO filters.ĬONS: Mass production=poor quality control, rigid facepiece, eye lenses in awkward position for some. Facepiece is so rigid that if one must move in a cramped space and accidentally bumps the filter on something the seal is broken and the person becomes a victim. BlackGas Mask(M17) In stock (3554 items available) US1. The strap, bag, filters but I got it for a smokin deal so I can. Vintage US army M17A2 bag gas mask field equipment shouder distressed World War II military bag. The main complaint about these is the stiffness of the rubber. Perfect fit for my late 80s M17 gas mask. This M40 carry bag would house the gas mask components. FREE shipping Add to Favorites USED Finnish Military M61 Gas Mask Adult NBC w/60MM Filter M9 Style V3 Finland. M40 protective masks were phased into service during the 1990s as a replacement for the M17 gas mask. Add to Favorites Czech Gas Mask M10M w/ Hydration Port and Straw w/ Bag and Filters (520) 59.99. Personally I carry a NATO-threaded mask alongside my M17 series so I can wear the NATO mask while completing the tedious filter changing process of the M17. Lot 2 - 1970 Vietnam War Era US Army M17A1 Gas Mask UNOPENED small w/ Bag & box (199) 180.00. The masks were designed when the US was looking for a compact, lightweight mask and it looked fine on paper but didn’t turn out so convenient in the field. PROS: Parts and accessories widely available, good field of view, quality filters, drinking tube, quality facepiece resistant to mustard/HD.ĬONS: Cheek filters. ![]() The canteen cap for drinking thru M17 series masks will lose its grey rubber “internal cone” after a few uses this is no cause for concern. It is “the latest” of the M17 series, can use the issue resuscitation tube, and comes is a wider variety of sizes. The preference of American masks is the M17A2. The M17A1 internal tube is just another part to break and/or cause a leak. I avoid the M17 because it does not have a drinking tube, something which I regard as necessary. GAS MASK INFO.based on my opinions and experiences, articles in ASG, the book “Breathe No Evil,” and testimony of my acquaintances. We need your opinions and most of all FACTS!! ![]()
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