Soviet GP-5 Gas Mask – Cold War Collectible (Size M)
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Verified Info:
- Model: GP-5 (Russian: Grazhdanskiy Protivogaz-5, "Civilian Gas Mask-5")
- Origin: Soviet Union, manufactured 1962–1990 for civil defense use
- Facepiece design: Based on the ShM-62/ShM-62u helmet-type mask, with the classic twin round eyepieces
- Filter thread: 40mm GOST (Soviet standard) — does not accept standard NATO/STANAG filters without a disputed, unofficial adapter
- Weight: Approx. 2.4 lbs (1.09 kg)
- Importer/Distributor: Evirstar Defense Products LLC, a long-established importer of this exact kit (confirmed sold under this branding for several years)
A genuine piece of Cold War history: the GP-5 is the iconic Soviet civil defense gas mask, mass-issued to civilians, factory workers, and military reservists throughout the USSR. With its gray rubber helmet-style hood and distinctive round twin eyepieces, it's one of the most recognizable gas masks ever produced — a favorite among militaria and gas mask collectors for its authentic Cold War look.
Features:
- Genuine Soviet-manufactured gray rubber facepiece with sealed eyepieces
- 40mm GOST-threaded filter inlet
- Olive drab canvas carry bag with adjustable shoulder strap
- Size M
- Iconic Cold War / Eastern Bloc design
Ideal for: costume and cosplay, Halloween, historical reenactment, movie/photo props, or display in a Cold War militaria collection.
⚠️ Important Safety Notice — Please Read
This mask is sold for recreational, costume, and collector purposes only — not for actual chemical, biological, or radiological protection, despite the original Soviet-era box labeling. Two specific reasons:
- Asbestos risk in original filters. Independent lab testing (Netherlands and Finland) has confirmed that original GP-5 filter canisters produced up to at least 1988 contain asbestos in both the particulate filter and the activated carbon layer. If your kit includes the original filter canister, do not breathe through it — it should be treated as a display item only, not connected for actual use.
- Age and seal degradation. Decades-old rubber and seals cannot be relied upon for genuine protective performance, regardless of filter condition.
If you want an item that functions as an actual respirator, a modern replacement filter (sold separately by several surplus retailers) would be required — the vintage Soviet filter should not be used for breathing under any circumstances.