Husky "Pro Forest Helmet"

[ShaneLogs]

I have the Stihl Pro Forestry Helmet. It is pretty nice and I recommend it to everyone! It was well worth the $70.00!

 

[CTYank]

Wore out a Bilsom helmet/muffs/screen combo years back, and got the urge for a replacement a few months ago. (Sensation of mortality?)

Got a husqy. Took a few minutes to set up & adjust. Now I feel nekkid with a saw, without it.

The "rain" shield that attaches on the rear is good "redneck" protection. And, it glows in the dark. Almost.

 

[StihlKiwi]

My wife got me the Husqvarna Pro Forest Helmet as an early birthday present, as she knew I've been wanting one for a while. I got to use it for a bit today - I interrupted my splitting duties to drop a couple of dead ashes and basswoods that were likely to drop on the lane and block my neighbors access soon. I found it very comfortable, and I especially like the face shield screen - it doesn't fog or get smeared as it is only mesh. And I certainly won't be missed while wearing it, as that thing almost glows.

The Husky helmets have the best earmuffs out of any of the brands I've tried, and i like how the face shield is designed so that it wont hit your body when you are looking down. Your helmet may be nice and bright now, but give it a summer hard work and that will fade away a bit to a more subdued pink colour :msp_thumbup:

 

[StihlKiwi]

I've noticed several mentions of guys who have helmet setups that they've had for years. Do you guys take into account the limited lifespan of plastic hats and replace them periodically?

 

[lmbrman]

I've noticed several mentions of guys who have helmet setups that they've had for years. Do you guys take into account the limited lifespan of plastic hats and replace them periodically?

Good point.

I can't say for sure, but I think here in the US, there is an 'expiration date' thingy in the helmet and regulations about the age of helmets in use ? Maybe someone with more knowledge can inform?

 

[zogger]

UV degradation?

Good point.

I can't say for sure, but I think here in the US, there is an 'expiration date' thingy in the helmet and regulations about the age of helmets in use ? Maybe someone with more knowledge can inform?

I don't know if that is it, but maybe buying new, spray paint over it to stop the evile rayzz from getting to the plastic?

 

[Laroo]

The ones that I am familiar with have a manufacture date inside in the shape of a clock, with a arrow pointing at the month of manufacture, and a two digit number inside the circle for the year. As I remember it is a three year lifespan for them until replacement is needed.

 

[StihlKiwi]

In New Zealand it is 2 years for hi-vis helmets and 3 for regular ones. That little date stamp is good, but if you pick up a helmet thats been on the shelf for a while its easier to write the date of issue inside it than remember how old it is.

And wouldn't spraypaint degrade the plastic even faster? The last helmet i bought says not to apply stickers with chemical-based adhesives or to write on it with permenant markers

 

[Chris-PA]

It's a good point, as the characteristics of plastic do change over time. Nothing lasts forever.

 

[zogger]

helmet with glasses

I am considering one of these husky helmet systems, but I wear prescription (safety) glasses and wonder about the pressure from the ear muffs. I have several pair of muffs and can't stand any of them, they push so hard on my glasses frames they dig into my head and hurt after awhile, so just earbuds.

Anyone here have any experience with the husky helmet (or other brands) and having to wear regular glasses?

 

[lmbrman]

I can tolerate the husky helmet system plus glasses, not as bad as my pelt or in that regard, but not great

Not much help, looking for a solution myself

 

[zogger]

I can tolerate the husky helmet system plus glasses, not as bad as my pelt or in that regard, but not great

Not much help, looking for a solution myself

Ya, I was wondering if you made a little slit in the muffs if they would fit over the glasses better. I guess you could always use earbuds with the muffs once they were cut.

Maybe I should just look for a pro helmet with the face shield only, or take the muffs off? I dunno. Used to do a lot of target shooting and never found a comfy pair of muffs designed with glasses in mind.

I like the idea of the mesh face shield, cutting or weed whacking, I hates to get a face fulla salad all the time! No matter where I put the trimmer guard or how I hold it, salad shooter!

 

[KenJax Tree]

I wear a Kask helmet in the tree once im on the ground it comes off unless im chipping and i hate earmuffs so i wear the foam earplugs and just leave them in all day i has a mesh shield a long time ago and it lasted about 5 minutes before i ripped it off and threw it out of the tree.

 

[CTYank]

I am considering one of these husky helmet systems, but I wear prescription (safety) glasses and wonder about the pressure from the ear muffs. I have several pair of muffs and can't stand any of them, they push so hard on my glasses frames they dig into my head and hurt after awhile, so just earbuds.

Anyone here have any experience with the husky helmet (or other brands) and having to wear regular glasses?

I (also) wear such glasses and somehow (luck?) have no significant discomfort with muffs on Husqy helmet or stand-alone muffs. Sometimes they're on for multiple hours straight. With the helmet, a little wiggling about with the position of the muffs, and they're painlessly efficient.

Everybody's made differently, and the eyeglass "temples" have different shapes. (Optometrist may help?)

It should be noted that the screen on the helmet is NOT sufficient eye-protection. Safety glasses still required.

 

[Oldtimer]

I replace my helmet (Husqvarna) every year or so.
1, the thing reeks of old stale sweat after a while. Gross. You can try, but the smell can't be completely removed.
2, like any plastic, it weakens with sunlight exposure and age.
3, the screen gets mangled and becomes a pain.

I bought a pair of "tool-handz" mechanic's gloves recently. I like them for 2 reasons.
1, they are very thin but quality leather. Comfy!
2, they have velcro on the wrist. I hate a glove full of sawdust.

I used to wear chaps, but haven't in more than 10 years. They catch every branch, they restrict movement, and in summer they are hot as a $10 hooker at a shriner's convention. Knock on wood, I have never been cut in the 20+ years I have been in the woods.

I also use the best quality foam ear plugs I can find in conjunction with the ear muffins on the helmet. Saws and skidders are loud. I prefer to keep what hearing I have left.

 

[ShaneLogs]

I also use the best quality foam ear plugs I can find in conjunction with the ear muffins on the helmet. Saws and skidders are loud. I prefer to keep what hearing I have left.

I was also thinking about using foam ear plugs under my ear muffs on my helmet too. Ported and muffler modded saws are loud! Yikes!

 

[StihlKiwi]

I replace my helmet (Husqvarna) every year or so.
1, the thing reeks of old stale sweat after a while. Gross. You can try, but the smell can't be completely removed.
2, like any plastic, it weakens with sunlight exposure and age.
3, the screen gets mangled and becomes a pain.

I bought a pair of "tool-handz" mechanic's gloves recently. I like them for 2 reasons.
1, they are very thin but quality leather. Comfy!
2, they have velcro on the wrist. I hate a glove full of sawdust.

I used to wear chaps, but haven't in more than 10 years. They catch every branch, they restrict movement, and in summer they are hot as a $10 hooker at a shriner's convention. Knock on wood, I have never been cut in the 20+ years I have been in the woods.

I also use the best quality foam ear plugs I can find in conjunction with the ear muffins on the helmet. Saws and skidders are loud. I prefer to keep what hearing I have left.

Not sure if husky uses the same helmets worldwide but I also noticed they start to stink faster than other helmets I have used, I think the fact that it was unventilated played a part in that.

 

[Sammy777]

Just remember to lift the face screen when ya gotta spit.

Dadgum Copenhagen plugs up the mesh and wont wipe off worth a darn untill it dries.

I'm really happy with mine. Comes in REAL handy when cutting in the Breen brier and Blackberry tangles.

Stay safe!
Dingeryote

For a minute I thought that you were telling me, and only me about the spitting! LOL

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[Sammy777]

Funny thing, people put off making a $75.00 purchase that has the potential to save their life or serious injury for monetary reasons. As someone who has fought the saw (and the saw won) I can tell you that the outlay for the chaps is far less than the cost of your medical care even with insurance.



Be sure to wear goggles or safety glasses under the screen as I have found that debris can be shot between your face and the screen.

Yes sir, very true.

 

[ncpete]

helmet with glasses

I am considering one of these husky helmet systems, but I wear prescription (safety) glasses and wonder about the pressure from the ear muffs. I have several pair of muffs and can't stand any of them, they push so hard on my glasses frames they dig into my head and hurt after awhile, so just earbuds.

Anyone here have any experience with the husky helmet (or other brands) and having to wear regular glasses?

I wear safety glasses with my Husky helmet, and haven't experienced any issues - though I do pop the earmuffs off when not running equipment, so maybe that helps?