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Night Vision Helmets! Helmets everywhere! Which is best for NODs?
- Thread starter TheHorta
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One reviewer stated he was able to fix the issue with a bit of sanding on the rail.
Yeah seems pretty shitty.
Would it be possible for you to take a look at the PGD helmet next to your OpsCore and see if the rail holes match up? Not sure since they switched to knockoff rails if the drilled holes would align with real arc rails.
Appreciate the info you're sharing!
I like the HHV. It’s the heaviest of all helmets out there, and it’s made in China, but with the 4D pads it is quite comfortable — and the ARC rails are legit and work perfectly.
As a helmet, the PGD is definitely better, but the bogus ARC rails knock it down a peg.
Ironically, The ARC rails from the HHV fit the PGD helmet.
As a helmet, the PGD is definitely better, but the bogus ARC rails knock it down a peg.
Ironically, The ARC rails from the HHV fit the PGD helmet.
I like the HHV. It’s the heaviest of all helmets out there, and it’s made in China, but with the 4D pads it is quite comfortable — and the ARC rails are legit and work perfectly.
As a helmet, the PGD is definitely better, but the bogus ARC rails knock it down a peg.
Ironically, The ARC rails from the HHV fit the PGD helmet.
I have an HHV, and the PDG seems nice, and, the ARC rails would swap over.
Order placed, you're a bad influenceI like the HHV. It’s the heaviest of all helmets out there, and it’s made in China, but with the 4D pads it is quite comfortable — and the ARC rails are legit and work perfectly.
As a helmet, the PGD is definitely better, but the bogus ARC rails knock it down a peg.
Ironically, The ARC rails from the HHV fit the PGD helmet.
I can't find HHV arc rails for sale on their site. Guess it's off to True Value for a file..... tally ho!I like the HHV. It’s the heaviest of all helmets out there, and it’s made in China, but with the 4D pads it is quite comfortable — and the ARC rails are legit and work perfectly.
As a helmet, the PGD is definitely better, but the bogus ARC rails knock it down a peg.
Ironically, The ARC rails from the HHV fit the PGD helmet.
The Legacy FAST is sub $400 now...
bulletproofzone.com
Anyone with experience on this helmet?
Doesnt seem to have as good suspension.
Any idea where made?
Hoplite loaded gets to $600 when in the cart.....
bulletproofzone.com
Looks good unless it Chinatastic.
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Anyone with experience on this helmet?
Doesnt seem to have as good suspension.
Any idea where made?
Hoplite loaded gets to $600 when in the cart.....
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Looks good unless it Chinatastic.
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The Legacy FAST is sub $400 now...
Legacy Safety Specials Ops Ballistic Helmet
The Legacy Safety Special OPS ballistic helmet is a high-performance, multi-layer, lightweight combat helmet. Order Legacy FAST Level IIIA Ballistic Helmet today from Bulletproof Zone. FREE Shipping & Insurance on all Ballistic Body Armor.
Anyone with experience on this helmet?
Doesnt seem to have as good suspension.
Any idea where made?
Hoplite loaded gets to $600 when in the cart.....
Hoplite Armor IIIA Helmet Fully Loaded
The Hoplite ACH Helmet is a Level IIIA NIJ 0106.01 and 3.25 lbs Fully Loaded Size Medium. Order Hoplite Armor IIIA Helmet Fully Loaded today from Bulletproof Zone. FREE Shipping & Insurance on all Ballistic Body Armor.
Looks good unless it Chinatastic.
I have a Legacy FAST in Black. I did not like the padding or retention system. 4D pads took care of that. ARC rails are perfect, fit all ARC accessories. Shroud is great and locks up tight.
Will get photos shortly.
Thank you. Appreciate the guidance.
Im not NV capable, only wishing to leave the ranks of the poors and become so.
My main desire is to keep things from passing through my skull and hold a set of hearing protection muffs, likely Peltors.
If my brain is worth the money maybe I should go with the Hoplite, looks like the retention is an upgrade and at $603 my brain may be worth it.
Where these things are made interests me.....I dont trust my brain to chineseium.
When you put shit in your cart they have been hitting a coupon code....I think it is Stocking15.
Put a legacy helmet in your cart than hit checkout you will see the code and its effect.
I have to believe the Legacy FAST is at least made in Chynah. I’ve been told they’re using the same shell MFG as HHV, so made in Coronaville with “US sourced materials.”
Hard to know for sure. But if truly independent tests rate the ballistic performance highly, then that’s the big nut. The fact that some dude with Corona Boogers on his fingers built it is secondary, in my book.
I’m not sure if the Legacy FAST uses the same Gen 2 HHV shell design or if it’s G1.
Also, the HHV and FAST are well over 3lbs with pads and retention installed.
MTek Flux is still the Frank Sinatra of brain buckets. Everyone else is playing for a participation trophy.
Hard to know for sure. But if truly independent tests rate the ballistic performance highly, then that’s the big nut. The fact that some dude with Corona Boogers on his fingers built it is secondary, in my book.
I’m not sure if the Legacy FAST uses the same Gen 2 HHV shell design or if it’s G1.
Also, the HHV and FAST are well over 3lbs with pads and retention installed.
MTek Flux is still the Frank Sinatra of brain buckets. Everyone else is playing for a participation trophy.
I see it now, need to go to checkout — makes the PGD helmet $352.75
Question...
How does this PGD bucket compare to the Legacy FAST Level IIIA Ballistic Helmet, which is $449.99 on BulletProofZone?
https://bulletproofzone.com/collections/helmets/products/legacy-fast-level-iiia-ballistic-helmet
How does this PGD bucket compare to the Legacy FAST Level IIIA Ballistic Helmet, which is $449.99 on BulletProofZone?
https://bulletproofzone.com/collections/helmets/products/legacy-fast-level-iiia-ballistic-helmet
Well, go up a few posts and read. But it looks like no one has one here. Not being an ass, but it’s been asked in the thread and no one has a full answer other that what’s already been said in post #122.
I researched a little bit the Legacy and Hoplite.
Legacy seems to come from a retailer type place, doesnt look as though they manufacture their own stuff.
www.legacysafetandsecurity.com
The suspension lacks a nape wheel to adjust fit.
Guessing the rails will be in spec, seems the nvg mount is a Wilcox mount.
Hoplite claims their PLATES are made in USA by Leading Technology Composites which brought me to what appears to be a US defense contractor.
ltc-ltc.com
Dont see anything about hats on their site.
Suspension is similar to the Dane hat.
Couldnt they have used coyote webbing rather than black on the coyote hats?
At just over $600 Hoplite intriques me.......If I knew they were made in USA.
That was my quick Google look
Legacy seems to come from a retailer type place, doesnt look as though they manufacture their own stuff.
Our Legacy | legacysafety
www.legacysafetandsecurity.com
The suspension lacks a nape wheel to adjust fit.
Guessing the rails will be in spec, seems the nvg mount is a Wilcox mount.
Hoplite claims their PLATES are made in USA by Leading Technology Composites which brought me to what appears to be a US defense contractor.
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Dont see anything about hats on their site.
Suspension is similar to the Dane hat.
Couldnt they have used coyote webbing rather than black on the coyote hats?
At just over $600 Hoplite intriques me.......If I knew they were made in USA.
That was my quick Google look
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Aside from the ARC rails, I’d go with PGD or HHV over Legacy FAST. Both are better helmets out of the box. Gen 2 HHV ships with MLok rails, not ARC, which seems to be getting more common — like with MTek, etc.
Legacy FAST are ***NOT*** old Ops Core FAST. Legacy is the name of the company, and has nothing to do with Ops Core. So if you think you’re getting a OC helmet when you buy the Legacy, you’re not — to my understanding. It’s possible they licensed the helmet design from OC, since they include a legit ARC-compliant rail, but that’s where it ends.
Also, I’d say the HHV pads are very similar to the PGD pad system. They’re just about as comfortable. The PGD BOA is a little better, in my subjective opinion.
Legacy FAST are ***NOT*** old Ops Core FAST. Legacy is the name of the company, and has nothing to do with Ops Core. So if you think you’re getting a OC helmet when you buy the Legacy, you’re not — to my understanding. It’s possible they licensed the helmet design from OC, since they include a legit ARC-compliant rail, but that’s where it ends.
Also, I’d say the HHV pads are very similar to the PGD pad system. They’re just about as comfortable. The PGD BOA is a little better, in my subjective opinion.
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Awesome.
Thank you for your patience with these questions.
What do you think of the Hoplite standard? At 3.25 pounds it might be a little heavy for your tastes but for me its a tool thrown in the car with the intent to only use in training or during a bad day.
Can you make any guesses on origin based on what they offer? Im not assuming the American company LTC makes the helmet shell as their site only seems to indicate plate manufature.
Reply from Hoplite Armor regarding the source of the Hoplite shells....
I currently get my helmets from CAG out of North Carolina but LTC is about to launch a line of helmets. In a couple months we will be switching over to them. I don’t yet know the price difference but I am certain LTC helmets will cost a little bit more.
Lyman
What is CAG in North Carolina?
I currently get my helmets from CAG out of North Carolina but LTC is about to launch a line of helmets. In a couple months we will be switching over to them. I don’t yet know the price difference but I am certain LTC helmets will cost a little bit more.
Lyman
What is CAG in North Carolina?
@TheHorta
I always wore a size large helmet while playing football, so it sounds like it should fit my noggin.
Was getting all hot and bothered by the PDG, but must buy 100% USA when possible. Plus it sounds like there are no compatibility issues with the Flux.
Thanks for the info from another Alabamian.
I always wore a size large helmet while playing football, so it sounds like it should fit my noggin.
Was getting all hot and bothered by the PDG, but must buy 100% USA when possible. Plus it sounds like there are no compatibility issues with the Flux.
Thanks for the info from another Alabamian.
Twistid. I am calling them tomorrow trying to buy 2 at the old price. If not it will be team Wendy for the win.
They're still $415 shipped from their official eBay store.
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Yeah that's a terrible deal, literally cheaper direct from the manufacturer. You'd probably get it quicker too!
I know when I was speaking with PGD directly they said they would offer a military discount as well, but it still came out a bit more expensive than the original $370 price in the beginning of the thread.
