Original circa 1970s Soviet Sokol-K space suit, featuring the flag of the USSR on the left shoulder and a Salyut program patch on the right breast. Made of gray nylon canvas, the suit includes the integral pressurized hood/helmet with hinged polycarbonate visor, communications headset with white mesh skullcap, detachable gloves, pressure gauge on the left wrist, and pressure equalization valve below the heart. The front has lace-up and Velcro closures, as well as anodized aluminum umbilical attachments for electricity, air, and coolant, with attached cables and hoses. The legs have pleated knees with utility pockets at the thighs and ankles, with integral gray nylon booties at the feet. The suit has been stuffed for display purposes, rendering a mannequin unnecessary. In very good to fine condition, with scuffs and scratches to the visor, and light general wear. The Sokol-K suit was classed as a 'rescue suit' since it was not suitable for EVA use, but designed to keep the wearer alive in the event of accidental spacecraft depressurization.
