Police Trade-In 3M Scott M95 Gas Mask

When originally released in 1995, 3M’s M95 gas mask was one of the premier NBC rated gas masks on the market. Featuring a generous field of view, and resilient, fold-able construction the M95 was the choice of first responders, tactical teams, and militaries across the world — most notably Finland, who was an early adopter of the mask and continues to use it to this day.

Among the key features of the M95 is a pliable rubber face-piece which is designed with a wide variety of users in mind. The rubber is soft and highly flexible — shaping easily to each individual user for comfort and safety. The design of the cheek filter inlets is slim and ambidextrous, allowing for the easy use of rifles to be shouldered by left and right-handed shooters.

Per the manufacturer’s original specifications, the M95 is rated for a variety of chemical, nuclear, and biological agents. The US military employed live agents, such as Sulphur Mustard and Sarin to validate the design. In 2013 Scott (3M) discontinued the M95 and now recommends a newer, similar product for CBRN use---Scott now recommends the M95 is now for ‘NIOSH’ standard threats like chemical spills and airborne particulates…

Technically the masks in this lot are past their 3M specified 20 year shelf life. While we cannot recommend that anyone intentionally venture into a hazardous environment with them—the M95 gas mask should in theory still provide protection as long as it passes fit and leak tests.

Full usage manual for M95 Gas Mask can be found here.

More information about the M95 can also be found here.

Free Replacements, Returns, & Size Exchanges:

We are happy to offer replacements, returns, and size exchanges absolutely free of charge on this product. If you are not absolutely satisfied with the fit, seal, or condition of your mask please let us know within 2 weeks of product delivery. 

Fit and Seal Testing:

Testing the fit and seal of your respirator is important. Every face and head is unique, and what may work on one person may not work on you. Because of this, it is crucial to inspect and leak test your M95 mask prior to use.

For information on how to fit and test your mask, a guide can be found here as well as an instructional video.

Condition:

These M95 masks are in used, very good condition from a large agency trade-in. All necessary rubber components and eye lenses are intact. Drinking hole cover may be cracked or removed, but this does not compromise the utility of the mask. Expect light handling marks from storage and shipping, and the occasional written rack number or officer name.

Specs

• Available in two sizes, a dual use medium & large size and small size
  
• Large field of vision
• Still being fielded by the Finnish military, US police and other US organizations
• Built to military specifications
• Ambidextrous 40mm NATO filter adapter ports
  
• Accepts integrated drinking tube for use with M95 bottle or PET bottle.
• Comfortable fit while retaining face fitting - easy to shoulder a rifle and aim down sights without occlusion
• 6-point head harness 
• Improved speech diaphragm
• Halo-butyl elastomer construction
• Made in the UK or Finland depending on contract

Gas Mask Care Guide

To clean your Gas mask:

Gather a rag, bucket, soapy water, cotton balls, and the mask in a clean space. For soap, we highly recommend something ammonia based like Windex or generic glass cleaner. Do not use alcohol, as it dries out rubber.

1. First remove any filters attached. You don’t clean filters, you replace them.
2. Soak your rag in the soapy water and wipe off the large parts of the mask. Rub away dirt, grime, particles and anything else that shouldn’t be there.
3. Next soak the cotton balls in the soapy water and rub the inside of the glass, around the nose piece and anywhere your mouth sets on the rubber. Make sure to get behind the folded edges and everywhere else. Wipe off the buckles and straps too. Leave your gas mask in a cool place out of the sun to dry and you are all set to head back into the zone, the job-site, or whatever unsavory airspace you happen to find yourself in.