Siebe Gorman Civilian/Industrial Gas Mask – WWII Era Design
Offered here is a Siebe Gorman gas mask, likely a Civilian Duty Respirator (CDR) or industrial variant dating from the late 1930s to post-WWII period. Siebe Gorman was a renowned British manufacturer best known for its diving equipment and respirators, supplying both military and civilian protective gear throughout the Second World War.
Design: Full-face rubber mask with large eyepieces and filter attachment point.
Includes an original canister-style filter, possibly Type ‘A’, often used for protection against industrial hazards like ammonia or chemical fumes.
Straps: Elasticated head harness appears intact with some age-related wear.
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Condition: Good visual appearance for display; some hardening to rubber typical of age.
This model resembles the wartime Civilian Duty Respirator, widely used by Air Raid Precautions (ARP) personnel and later adapted for industrial use in the 1940s and 1950s. The robust build and simple functionality made these ideal for both wartime and peacetime protective duties.
A fine and authentic piece of home front or industrial safety history, suitable for display alongside WWII civil defence equipment or early respiratory protection gear.
