https://peertube.dngr.us/videos/watch/9653a91a-1f26-45de-b117-85bc99c14844 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCddem5RlB3bQe99wyY49g0g/join Support us on Patreon, visit https://www.patreon.com/PeriscopeFilm Visit our website www.PeriscopeFilm.com View our Amazon store here: https://amzn.to/3XQHsVD This circa 1963 black-and-white “unclassified” United States Navy Training Film shows its viewer the proper ways for assembling, inspecting, and testing the standard deep-sea diving outfit — composed of the “dress,” helmet, and breastplate — which together form a water-tight enclosure surrounding the diver. This instructional film provides a detailed overview of the preparation, inspection, and assembly process for the U.S. Navy’s standard deep sea diving outfit. It begins with a thorough inspection of each component—diving dress, helmet, breastplate, weighted belt, air valves, and safety devices—emphasizing the importance of checking for wear, proper fit, and functionality. Special attention is given to critical elements like the non-return valve, exhaust systems, and airtight seals to ensure diver safety. The dressing procedure is shown step by step, with tenders assisting the diver in donning the suit, securing straps, attaching the helmet, and connecting the air hose and lifeline. Communication systems are tested before the diver signals readiness. The film highlights that proper inspection and dressing are essential not only for mission success but also for the diver's safety and survival underwater. 0:00 – Introduction to the Navy standard deep sea diving outfit and its purpose. 1:04 – Overview of diving gear components: dress, helmet, breastplate, weights, and air valves. 1:48 – Visual inspection begins with the diving dress, checking for tears or wear. 2:26 – Breastplate and helmet inspected; matching numbers and condition are checked. 3:52 – Wing nuts and threads are inspected for damage. 4:14 – Leather gasket on breastplate is checked and lightly oiled. 5:16 – Helmet ports are inspected and cleaned. 6:02 – Air intake and lifeline goosenecks are secured and inspected. 6:24 – Air exhaust valve and chin button are tested for smooth operation. 7:07 – Spitcock valve and air control valve tested for resistance and function. 8:25 – Non-return valve tested with smoke to ensure one-way airflow. 9:52 – Inspection of belt, shoulder, and jock straps for wear and strength. 10:33 – Wrist straps and shoes checked and maintained. 11:08 – Air hose and lifeline connected to helmet goosenecks; precautions noted. 12:16 – Dressing begins; diver dons underwear and dress with assistance. 13:16 – Shoes laced and secured properly. 14:22 – Optional helmet cushion placed; breastplate installed. 15:13 – Rubber collar sealed to breastplate using studs and copper washers. 16:25 – Wing nuts tightened in a specific sequence for a watertight seal. 18:04 – Air control valve installed and tightened on the breastplate. 18:30 – Weighted belt fitted, straps crossed and buckled to prevent shifting. 19:34 – Jock strap secured and adjusted. 20:00 – Wrist straps fitted to keep gloves in place. 20:29 – Helmet placed and aligned on diver’s head; faceplate left open. 21:32 – Air hose and lifeline laced and secured on the diver. 22:45 – Final communications check and exhaust valve adjustment. 23:25 – Diver gives signal; faceplate closed and secured. 24:01 – Closing remarks on the importance of proper dressing for safety and mission success. Motion picture films don't last forever; many have already been lost or destroyed. We collect, scan and preserve 35mm, 16mm and 8mm movies -- including home movies, industrial films, and other non-fiction. If you have films you'd like to have scanned or donate to Periscope Film, we'd love to hear from you. Contact us via the link below. This film is part of the Periscope Film LLC archive, one of the largest historic military, transportation, and aviation stock footage collections in the USA. Entirely film backed, this material is available for licensing in 24p HD and 2k. For more information visit http://www.PeriscopeFilm.com Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ahqc3_e7WnQ Mirrored from Periscope Film (https://www.youtube.com/@PeriscopeFilm) Fri, 12 Jun 2026 03:28:12 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://peertube.dngr.us https://peertube.dngr.us/lazy-static/avatars/41a6fee9-7f57-42d0-a5fc-5db4f1af2e31.png https://peertube.dngr.us/videos/watch/9653a91a-1f26-45de-b117-85bc99c14844 All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://peertube.dngr.us/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder.