In many ways, American Science & Surplus is a physical manifestation of the maker ethos. There is an endless array of motors, switches, cables, tools, and connectors. "Sometimes our customers will ...

American Science & Surplus at risk of closing, ... Romanian military gear like a gas mask for sale at the eclectic American Science & Surplus store. | Zubaer Khan/Sun-Times. 3 of 6.

Inside, they find military camo gear, boots, gas masks, combat helmets, military MREs (Meals Ready to Eat), axes, hatchets and knives, camping equipment, whitewater rafting supplies and more.