French Military ARF-A MP5 Gas Mask Respirator w/ 40mm Filter, Drinking Tube +Bag

Description

Please read entire description. We are told these are New Old Stock, never issued, but assume they are all used condition  Military Surplus may appear "used" to you. The lenses show storage wear (cloudy) but can be buffed clear and clean
ARF-A French Military Surplus
Full Face Gas Mask Respirator w/ Hydration Tube, Bag + 40mm NATO Filter NBC
Developed to protect against chemical (gas etc), biological (bacteria and viruses), radiological (nuclear contaimated) NBC threats.
This like-new gas mask helps to protect the face, eyes and respiratory system against chemicals and radioactive and biological warfare agents in the form of gases, vapors, aerosols and more. The face of the mask is made of plastic and it has one large viewfinder and the absorption mount is located at the bottom of the mask. The mask is designed for an FP-5 filter (NATO standard thread) and other filters with NATO standard threads can also be used. It comes in a heavy-duty vinyl transport bag with multiple pockets and two nylon webbing straps with MOLLE compatible clip hooks.
Need replacement NATO 40mm filters?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/203060717189
The French ARF-A Gas Mask is the genuine article - an authentic piece of French military surplus equipment. The Polish MP5 is a copy of this, this is the original. Perfect for your military gear collection, soldier costume or even a reliable, inexpensive personal protection solution, we’ve got these effective and downright cool-looking masks for the public. In addition to the mask, you get an integrated drinking tube in the mask so you can drink from your canteen or water bottle (supply your own external tube and canteen). And if it’s good enough for soldiers in a warzone it’s got to be good enough to you, no matter what dangers come your way! The French military original
ly developed the ARFA-A to protect troops from nuclear, biological, chemical and radiation threats.
The ARF-A is a modern tactical gas mask which boats
Like soldiers, you never know when you might need protection from chemical, biological, or radiological dangers. Likewise, you can’t know where you’ll be when it happens. Thus, it’s smart to stock up - multiple masks for multiple locations. With our unbeatable prices, it’s easy! Don’t wait for disaster to strike; start today and be ready, come what may!
- Authentic French NATO Army gas mask
- Includes internal
drinking tube mouthpiece
- Supple yet tough rubber facemask
- Snug 6-point adjustable harness
- Integrated speech diaphragm
- Boasts single oversized eye lense for superior visibility
- Developed to protect against chemical, biological, radiological threats
Includes: Mask, Filter and Internal Drinking Tube
PLUS Free Bonus Military Gas Mask Carry Bag (while supplies last)
Note:
Though these gas masks and filters are NOS, new old stock, and may very well function as intended, though they have probably exceeded their expiration dates.  They are sold as a novelty costume item only.  Use at your own risk.
These are Government Surplus items that may have endured up to 30 years of storage. Excellent condition, new in plastic bag.  The mask may smell rubbery or musty and be coated with an anti-stick compound. The lenses often are cloudy.  These issues are easily eliminated by washing in warm soapy water. Regarding possible flaws.  Please keep in mind that your purchase is a piece of authentic Military issue. These items were manufactured to military specifications for issue to troops, not for sale to civilian customers. Therefore, dye lots may vary, items may have slight flaws, discoloration, spots or stains. These are all natural  military trademarks.  Of all the gas masks we sell, these appear in the best condition. These came new in a plastic bag.
Shipping only applies to the US
Need extra replacement 40mm filters?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/203060717189
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