Israeli Civilian Military Gas Mask w/ Nato Filter

by Fox Outdoor

Product Features

• Genuine Israeli Military Issue
• Comes With Filter
• Canteen Cap & Drinking Straw
• CIVILIAN GAS MASK
• **FILTER & TUBE INCLUDED**

Product Description

Intended for Israeli Military during War in a contaminated area. Comes with NBC filter lasts up to 8 hours depending on level of contamination. Adjustable Straps. For general civilian use. Adjustable straps. Size: Adult

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0002XJ2P4
• Item model number: FO5796
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,686 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

54 of 55 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great gas mask; but caution on the NATO filter & Keep Your Mouth Shut!, October 24, 2010

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GhillieMan "GhillieMan" (Southern Maryland) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Israeli Civilian Military Gas Mask w/ Nato Filter (Misc.)

I have used and trained with several types of gas masks, including Scott and other brands.

Thank goodness for the Israelis! Why? For one reason: do you know of any U.S.-made gas mask that is as economical and available for any member of the U.S. public? I'm talking about "gas masks" and not "escape hoods" which the latter is a joke compared to gas masks.

You may ask, "Well, what would they think about me at work if I brought in a full gas mask?" Pardon me, but if you're dumb enough to tell them, then you can probably expect a negative reaction. Or worse, when you reach into your (locked) work cabinet to get it, you'll notice it missing and see one of your coworkers wearing it while she is evacuating from the building. So store it and the sealed filter in bag and keep your mouth shut!

In the Israeli line of gask masks that is available to the general public, the Military model is far superior than the "civilan version" (the immediate visual distinction is that the civilian version has round eyepieces, while the military version has triangle-shapped eyepieces, plus a fluid intake apparatus built onto the mask.) Neither product is compatable with the operator wearing eyeglasses under the mask (contact lenses are okay), as opposed to other brands (Scott) which have an attachment for Rx lenses under the mask.

One main caution: the filters that come with the Israeli masks are generally okay for low-scale toxins, but if you want a filter that will cover you for a full scope (or near full scope) of biological and chemical agents you should get some for that specific purpose. They are available (at a higher cost) over the internet. Consider chemical suits and protective clothing too. Keep the filters sealed and in airtight containers so they will last you for years. Use the NATO filters that came with your Israeli masks for training purposes for you, your family, your loved ones, and those whom you have stewardship over. Think of ideal ways to make practice fun, especially with children and the elderly!

Remember that if a time comes (a critical incident) that you DO need the higher end bio-chem filters, you probably will not be able to obtain any at least for the immediate future.

19 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars NATO compatible, February 3, 2011

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Napalm - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Israeli Civilian Military Gas Mask w/ Nato Filter (Misc.)

what's nice about this mask is that it will accept NATO filters, but these masks come with Israeli filters that are of the same production year as the mask. This is a fairly good mask. It isn't as good as a SEA or current issue military masks, but for the price, it's hard to beat. Don't expect your life to be saved by a thirty dollar gas mask. If you want something that will save your life, expect to spend a couple hundred dollars unless you find a really good deal on a mask and filter that isn't expired. even with that said, I dare say this is the best mil-surp mask on the market.

Pros - Collectible. scary looks. 40mm NATO threads. drinking tube. comes with filter. straps are easy to use/adjust AND... i dunno about you guys, but mine shipped in the Israeli box with the hebrew writing on it which i thought was pretty cool.

Cons - 1983. Age is a big issue with a gas mask you plan on using and i wish i had known what year i was going to receive before i bought it. I would have still purchased it if i had known it was a 1983 production, but it would have been nice to know beforehand. no canteen. Dual lenses cause perspective problems so consider buying a single lens - visor type mask if that will be an issue for you.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good quality, exactly what I was looking for., August 8, 2008

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Christopher Justice - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Israeli Civilian Military Gas Mask w/ Nato Filter (Misc.)

The gas mask, considering its journey from Israel to the US, is in very good condition. The only problem I found with it is that the lens for the eyes were both a bit scratched. Despite the lack of some sort of a manual or instructions, it was easy to figure out all of the functions of the gas mask. I got the gas mask exactly on the estimated delivery date. I would easily recommend this gas mask for its quality and PRICE.