Resort life vest

Object/Artifact

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Lacey Museum

Name/Title

Resort life vest

Entry/Object ID

1994-049-0004

Description

A faded orange type I life vestwith white trim, model AK-1. Written along the top in marker is "Pleasant Acres". The top straps tie together, while the bottom has an adjustable buckle.

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Label

Location

On the back of the item, at the top.

Transcription

Tapatco TYPE 1 BUOYANT VEST MODEL AK-1 ADULT Approved for use on motorbats of Classes A, [illegible] not carrying passengers for hire. U.S. COAST GUARD APPROVAL NO. 160.047 /300/0 Lot No. 593 This vest is filled with kapok sealed in plastic film [illegible] [illegible] For [illegible] durability care should be taken to [illegible] snagging inner plastic covers. When vest is wet, hang up and dry thoroughly [illegible]. Manufactured by TAPATCO P.O. BOX 49, FAIRFIELD, CALIF. 94533 STYLE NO. 257 [illegible] "Save Your Life"

Material/Technique

Printed, Stamped

Notes

The majority of the label appears printed. The "593" appears stamped.

Dimensions

Dimension Description

The life jacket is 16 inches wide across the top. The height is 20-1/2 inches. each side of the life jacket is 7.5 inches wide. The circular cut-out for a neck has a diameter of 4 inches.

Height

20-1/2 in

Width

16 in

Depth

4-1/4 in