In yesterday's post we looked at a a fashion and art inspiration coming from a deep sea creature. Let's continue the marine theme by looking at a deep sea garment - the Royal Marine raiding craft Coxswain's immersion suit. This nylon, butyl and nylon laminated fabric waterproof suit is part of the protective clothing section at London's Science Museum.
The external pockets had drain holes; gloves, waterproof socks boots and hood came as separate item. But the most interesting thing remains its internal construction.
The suit had very roomy underarm sections to allow the wearer to stretch his arms above his head without straining or bursting the seams. Across the back waistline there was an extra gusset of material making it easier to get into the upper part of the suit. The wearer would close off the gusset by means of a zip.The natural latex neck and wrist seals were cut in one piece with a long diagonal water-tight zip allowing front entry.
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