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Gas Masks – Ebola SARS West Nile Avian Bird Flu – Nuclear Biological Chemical Medical

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Let me say this… no one NEEDS a gas mask unless you live near something like a paper mill, hog rendering plant, chemical plant, or incinerator. And, if you do, find a better place to live.

If you can’t move, a gas mask MIGHT be something to think about getting. Just remember, gas masks are a TEMPORARY solution.

Practically, if a disease outbreak were to occur, or a chemical attack, or there was nuclear fallout, a gas mask is most likely not going to save you. The reason is that, to use it effectively, you have to know the contaminants are going to be in the air, BEFOREHAND. If you put on a gas mask once people start getting sick, it is most likely too late.

Just something to think about.


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XM50 Joint Service Mask



$449.99
M50 Consumer Military Gas Mask
Brand New
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$119.99
Military Surplus
Late 1980s/Early 1990s


I wouldn’t tell you a good way to protect yourself from airborne threats. There is a lot of talk in the news of disease epidemics, contagious viruses, particulates in the air, and respiratory contaminants. For the man who is concerned about the safety of himself and his loved ones (beyond just getting a gun), there could be real concerns. You might want to think about what you can do now.

Gas Masks

Imagine being in a situation where an aerosol attack occurs and a warning is sounded in the community. A train has overturned and spread toxic chemicals. Or, a spray is released to eliminate some external threat (sort of like in the South when the bug truck would come by and spray the area… it was terrible). Or, you have to go into an area with noxious fumes, or nasal irritants.

What would you do?

Well, most likely, you are up the creek. But, a little preparation might make a difference.

One way to prepare is to get a good gas mask. A better way to prepare is to just leave while you can.

Gas masks generally limit your vision, or are hard to put on in an emergency, or make it difficult to wear headwear. All of them interfere with your ability to shoot a rifle, or shotgun. But, gas masks are designed to keep your air as contaminant-free as possible.

You can’t do much of anything, if you can’t breathe.

Good vs. bad

A lot of cheap gas masks are out there. Those are the ones that look like anteaters or sand people (like in Star Wars). Others are just for costumes, cosplay, or toys. You might want to get something that works now.

Working gas masks can be military or consumer. Many military masks work, but are generally not designed for comfort. They were made to be functional and nothing more. Older military masks are just junk and should be avoided. These are the ones that cannot use a modern filter (which is what makes the gas mask effective). Anything before the 1980s is most likely only valuable in a collection, not use.

The most important part of a gas mask, is the filter. Since the gas mask filters particulates from the air, the filter needs to be clear and not saturated. If the filter is saturated, the filter won’t catch anything, and you are just breathing what everyone else is.

This is a costume mask.

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(Looks cool, doesn’t it? Useless, though.)

This is a military gas mask.

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This is a military gas mask. It actually works.

The ultimate gas mask is the XM50 Joint Services Command.

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The XM50. It is used by the US military. Why do all these masks look so scary?

Practical?

The likelihood of needing a gas mask is close to zero. Except there will be that one time where you will be glad to have it. I would not tell you to buy a gas mask. But, instead of buying yet another gun (or something else you already have), would having 1 gas mask be so bad?

Who knows… it might come in handy one day.


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