For those who risk their lives in the field to report the news, it is important to visually identify the neutral nature of the job, in the UK and abroad.
The Press helmet can be any helmet in the VestGuard range, in any colour. VestGuard takes the helet and heat seals the word PRESS to the front of the unit.
The price on the web, would be for the Personal Armour System Ground Troops (PASGT) helmet, which is the worlds most popular helmet.
It has been fully certified to the U.S. National Institute of Justice standards for NIJ Level IIIA (3A) and V50 fragmentation test through rigorious laboratory ballistic testing as well as physical and environmental performance assesment.
Constructed from multi-layers of high-tenacity ballistic fabric inpregnated with a thermoplastic resin, the PASGT is designed to provide enhanced protection against ballistic and fragmentation threats.
The ergonomically designed integrated outer shell with adjustable suspension system provides enhanced comfort whilst maintaining stabilty.
Colour Options: Black, Navy, UN Blue, Olive, Sand
Protection Levels:
NIJ Level II(2) Standard 0106.01
V50 Fragmentation to STANAG 2920 550 m/s
or
NIJ Level IIIA(3A) Standard 0108.01
V50 Fragmentation to STANAG 2920 650 m/s
Sizes: Medium or Large
UK SIZES MEDIUM : Sizes up to 54(21.2") - 59cm (23.2") Weight approx 1.5kg
UK SIZES LARGE : Sizes up to 57cm (22.5") - 64cm (25.2") Weight approx 1.8kg
(These sizes are a rough guide for measurements around the head. If you are unsure please contact us)