This is an original and complete pair of WW2 US Army impermeable protective gloves, clearly dated 13 April 1943 and retaining their original issue box.

These gloves were produced as specialist protective equipment for use in chemical warfare and decontamination roles. Issued through the Quartermaster Corps and associated with Medical Corps use, they were designed to provide a barrier against hazardous substances, including chemical agents and contaminated materials. Items of this type formed part of the wider US Army approach to chemical defence during the war, particularly in training, preparedness, and specialist operational roles.

The original carton is clearly printed “Gloves, Impermeable, Special, Protective” and carries the full contract details, including the maker Miller Products Co., Inc., along with the precise wartime date of April 1943. This level of clear marking and dating adds strong authenticity and display appeal, particularly for collectors focused on US chemical warfare or medical equipment.

Both gloves are present as a matched pair and are marked size 11. Examples of these gloves are far less commonly encountered than more typical WW2 glove types, and they are often missing entirely from surviving chemical or decontamination sets. As such, a complete and clearly identified pair such as this represents a scarce and interesting component of US wartime protective equipment.

The rubber is notably thicker than might be expected and remains in very good overall condition. It is still supple, shows no cracking when flexed, and is free from any stickiness or tackiness, with no rips or tears present. When handled, the gloves retain a natural firmness and will return to their resting shape as shown in the photographs.

The original box is present and retains its clear dated label, although it has seen wear. The closing flaps (“ears”) are largely missing, with only one remaining and that showing a significant tear. As such, the box is best suited for display in a flattened form, with the gloves presented alongside.

A solid and increasingly collectible piece of WW2 US Army chemical defence equipment, ideal for display, research, or inclusion within a broader chemical warfare or Medical Corps collection.