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Did some digging and I didn't see any lid threads (or if there is one I couldn't find it!) so I'm curious for those that run helmets how you have set them up?

I've got fair few helmets but here's what I'm currently running:

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The base is a TMC Airframe with Multicam cover. Got some nice padding in there which combined with the headset I've got attached on arc rails makes it a really comfortable build. Haven't bothered with anything else - prefer to keep it as clean as possible and only attach stuff I'm going to use. 

 
I only do CQB at the moment so this is my CQB helmet below.

Just a FAST helmet with a DIY paint job with my face mask attaching to the clips above the ears (dunno what they are called)... Like a fighter pilot oxygen mask. Nothing fancy.View attachment 41978View attachment 41979

 
I've got an airframe (think it's a limitless?) with various covers and with a pair of Earmor's fitted.

I tried various other helmets but couldn't find one for my big noggin. I'd like to pick up a Mk6 or Mk7 (if the latter is above board for private ownership now).

I spotted the PTS one at Shot Show which quite takes my fancy too.

 
I am still struggling to find a helmet that would fit my 62cm bonce comfortably. Needs to be particularly lightweight and relatively inexpensive. Any ideas?

 
@Stodgy I can't say I have. To be honest I don't know which helmets they used so wouldn't know what to look for.

@Asomodai I'll get you the details for mine tonight. It wasn't particularly cheap but it does the job and it fits me perfectly. I measure in at 62.5cm - 63cm. Can't recall the exact measurement.

 
Asomodai said:
I am still struggling to find a helmet that would fit my 62cm bonce comfortably. Needs to be particularly lightweight and relatively inexpensive. Any ideas?
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FMA airframe (or any helmet you like), remove padding, line with appropriate thickness neoprene...job done. The padding slupplied with most repro helmets is shit and way to thick.

 
clumpyedge said:
FMA airframe (or any helmet you like), remove padding, line with appropriate thickness neoprene...job done. The padding slupplied with most repro helmets is shit and way to thick.
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Yeah there's a lot of space in these AirFrame helmets. Foam padding is like an inch thick on either side. Perfect for my 'noggin but I reckon it would fit just about anyone if you removed it. 

 
Gepard said:
Yeah there's a lot of space in these AirFrame helmets. Foam padding is like an inch thick on either side. Perfect for my 'noggin but I reckon it would fit just about anyone if you removed it. 
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My head is about 61cm so on the larger size, I bought the FMA airframe and cut the pads in half before I stuck some TW pads and harness on it.

 
After banging my head off a girder and a hospital trip, bit the bullet and ordered the Airframe V2 from JC Airsoft. Good quality product and friendly comms. Arrived from China. You may also want to Google Dragon Red. I've a 62cm bonce and have to take out a bit of the padding (memory foam) but boy is it comfortable! I can't find a decent-fitting FAST-style helmet - but have bought the MICH 2000 style and strip out some of the padding. I would recommend the fibreglass version rather than ABS as they feel that bit more substantial. Cost about £40 on EvilBay.

After my mishap, any site with buildings and / or concrete - helmet is on!

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Appologies for the poor photo - late night selfie :lol:


FMA Maritime Helmet (fits a large head)

PAGST memory foam pads

Oakley Shocktube Glasses

Tailored Tigris style mask (with added Flecktarn camo scrim disruption and all padding removed - less heat)

Z-Tactical Liberator II headset (retrofitted into helmet)

Strobe Torch (with Flecktarn camo tape)

GoPro Hero 5 Session (with cheap underwater housing for protection & Flecktarn camo tape)

No brand Ally helmet camera mount

Invader Flecktarn fast helmet cover (most velcro patches removed - prefer camo to be seen or not...)

Tropic Thunder Patch on rear of helmet reads "I'm a Lead Farmer Motherfucker"

OD elastic weave (just because...)


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Bit of an old photo but not a huge amount has changed.

FMA Maritime helmet

ANVIS 9

Peltor Comtac 3 dual comm

Team Wendy cam fit 

Epic air pads. 

It's since had a repro Mohawk counterweight pouch and an ops core multicam cover added. 

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