Lot 799
Shuttle Program, c1970s, "WET-F" Warm-up Jacket. This striking red/white acrylic warm-up jacket (zippered front, elastic waist, unsized (small?) was made by Dolfin Corp, Shillington, PA was used in the JSC Water Emersion Test Facility to take the chill off after submerged training or filming in the large pool used to simulate weightlessness. There is a large "J.S.C." lettering stitched onto the jacket back. Only about 15 of these jackets were made (and probably only 1 or 2 saved after all these years) for use by astronauts and WET-F personnel. Excellent condition and the first this writer has ever seen. A signed/typed Consigner's COA is included.
Estimated Value $150 - 250.
Ex. the photo technician Terry Slezak collection.
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