
3 0 c m
40cm
actual image size: 32cm x 22cm
Description
Chain mail gloves like this one made by Metal Chainex are worn by butchers to prevent them cutting themselves if the knife they are using slips. Gloves and suits made from steel chain mail can also be worn by divers who are likely to encounter dangerous sharks.
Image Details
Image Ref.
10305071
© Science Museum / Science & Society Picture Library