No masks?

deep in the bush · October 2nd, 2005, 01:18

sorry does NOT fog...seniors moment

P11 Deuce · October 2nd, 2005, 22:14

Quote:

Originally Posted by DonP

A mouth guard is a simple and comfortable alternative. Your teeth aren't getting shot out while wearing one. You can cut off the rear portion (the part that covers your molars) since it's not really needed. You can drink while wearing one as well as talk if you don't mind sounding slightly mealy-mouthed.

With eye protection and a mouthguard all you have to worry about is the flesh. The permanents are out of harm's way. Stock guns are certainly enough to break teeth, skin, and eyeballs.

I would say the mouth guard is the best solution, quick & easy, and it doesnt fog up your vision or make you look like a pussy.

montalban · October 2nd, 2005, 23:25

As someone new reading up on the sport, I find this debate pretty helpfull. I was thinking of using a PB mask for my first games (since I already own 2 masks) but now i hear about the shemagh, this might be a more comfortable option. One of things I hate the most with PB is you can't use any sights or irons or even like up the gun properly.

Monty

keg057 · October 3rd, 2005, 01:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by kirley_x

The finger one sucks large. My thumb has just recovered from it, it took 2 months to heal.

The Saint · October 3rd, 2005, 01:49

I think I'm gonna keep a big wad of gum in my mouth until I can get a mouth guard...

Trader rating · October 3rd, 2005, 09:36

That photo is captioned incorrectly. It should read:

"Results of uneducated fuckheads engaging targets from unsafe distances with improper instruction and flagrant disregard for safety or the personal well being of the persons they're playing with"

Boombap · October 3rd, 2005, 11:08

Yup, I took bb on the top of the ear and the trigger finger from an upgraded gun last game (from a reasonable distance). Neither hits left a mark on me, so yeah what he^ said. Shouldn't have any problems without a mask as long as the people you play with aren't ridiculous.

Snake Eyes · October 3rd, 2005, 18:36

if ur worried about ur teeth, use a mouth guard, i usually have my ghillie on n it softens the bbs impact wen i get hit in the face, jus a idea.

[Avtomat] · October 3rd, 2005, 19:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by keg057

The finger one sucks large. My thumb has just recovered from it, it took 2 months to heal.

Sometimes the nail would fall off. It happen to me before, but not cause by airsoft.

dead_aim · October 4th, 2005, 02:24

the bb stuck in that guys eye would be the sickest one...damn!!

SockMonkey · October 19th, 2005, 12:16

I wear Wiley's and once you cut away some of the foam they are great. they still fog some for me but i have that problem with most goggles. Apply some of that Fogtech crap and they are good to go. Ive been shot in the mouth a few times and am lucky no tooth damage.

skewed · August 14th, 2006, 17:01

I was just curious if anyone here who cycles has used one of these: http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_d...34374302692237? It looks like it would cover your mouth fairly effectively without getting in the way too much. Has anyone tried this product(or something similar) for airsoft at all? This resembles the half-face neoprene mask(http://topchamp.en.alibaba.com/produ...Face_Mask.html) you can find around hiking shops, but this one is layered with filters, so it'd probably protect more, right?
I didn't want to start a new thread for such a quick question, and this seemed to be the most appropriate place to ask. Don't flame me too badly for resurrecting a 10-month-dead thread. ^_^

ILLusion · August 14th, 2006, 17:43

There are airsoft versions of these masks from half face to full face:

http://www.wgcshop.com/pcart/shopper.php?itm=GP-CG-536
http://www.wgcshop.com/pcart/shopper.php?itm=KA-MASK-04
http://www.wgcshop.com/pcart/shopper.php?itm=KA-MASK-03
http://www.wgcshop.com/pcart/shopper...m=KA-MASK-03OD
http://www.wgcshop.com/pcart/shopper...m=KA-MASK-04OD

Although that cycling one looks beefier, the larger ventilation holes on it makes the durability questionable.

skewed · August 14th, 2006, 18:10

Thanks for the links! ^_^
It looks like those might heat up quickly(I think someone posted the full face mask a few pages back and complained about the condensation from heavy breathing). I like the idea of the cycling mask as it covers the important bits and is still breathable. The cheaper model also has smaller holes. At first inspection, it looks like it'll deflect or absorbe most of the shock of a BB hit, but you're right. It's possible a BB could still smash its way in through the holes and the filter. I'll do some more research into it all and if it looks like a worthwhile venture, I'll post back here.

Vince · August 15th, 2006, 00:07

Meh, those little cuts are not bad compared to those I got in mountainbiking or ATV racing :lol: I have full confidence in my ESS

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October 2nd, 2005, 01:18	#46
deep in the bush Monkey with a Gun Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Barrie	sorry does NOT fog...seniors moment __________________ "Anyone who has the power to make you believe absurdities has the power to make you commit injustices." Voltaire AV for Barrie, Orillia, Innisfil, Bradford Region - pm me if you need AV'd I'm the Barrie Bastard. http://www.bbbastard.com/ Cheese is good.

October 3rd, 2005, 01:49	#50
The Saint Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Quebec	I think I'm gonna keep a big wad of gum in my mouth until I can get a mouth guard... __________________ "The Bird of Hermes is My Name, Eating My Wings to Make Me Tame."

October 3rd, 2005, 18:36	#53
Snake Eyes Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: mississauga	if ur worried about ur teeth, use a mouth guard, i usually have my ghillie on n it softens the bbs impact wen i get hit in the face, jus a idea. __________________ B.A. Level 3 Cert. Close to becoming a full on WEtard. Your honour is your life, let none dispute it. Sow the seeds of damnation, and I shall reap the souls of the tainted!

October 2nd, 2005, 23:25	#48
montalban Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Montreal, QC	As someone new reading up on the sport, I find this debate pretty helpfull. I was thinking of using a PB mask for my first games (since I already own 2 masks) but now i hear about the shemagh, this might be a more comfortable option. One of things I hate the most with PB is you can't use any sights or irons or even like up the gun properly. Monty

October 3rd, 2005, 09:36	#51
MadMorbius Guest Trader rating	That photo is captioned incorrectly. It should read: "Results of uneducated fuckheads engaging targets from unsafe distances with improper instruction and flagrant disregard for safety or the personal well being of the persons they're playing with"

October 3rd, 2005, 11:08	#52
Boombap Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Toronto	Yup, I took bb on the top of the ear and the trigger finger from an upgraded gun last game (from a reasonable distance). Neither hits left a mark on me, so yeah what he^ said. Shouldn't have any problems without a mask as long as the people you play with aren't ridiculous.

October 4th, 2005, 02:24	#55
dead_aim Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: scarborough	the bb stuck in that guys eye would be the sickest one...damn!!

October 19th, 2005, 12:16	#56
SockMonkey Trader rating Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: North Vancouver	I wear Wiley's and once you cut away some of the foam they are great. they still fog some for me but i have that problem with most goggles. Apply some of that Fogtech crap and they are good to go. Ive been shot in the mouth a few times and am lucky no tooth damage.

August 14th, 2006, 17:01	#57
skewed Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Downtown Toronto	I was just curious if anyone here who cycles has used one of these: http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_d...34374302692237? It looks like it would cover your mouth fairly effectively without getting in the way too much. Has anyone tried this product(or something similar) for airsoft at all? This resembles the half-face neoprene mask(http://topchamp.en.alibaba.com/produ...Face_Mask.html) you can find around hiking shops, but this one is layered with filters, so it'd probably protect more, right? I didn't want to start a new thread for such a quick question, and this seemed to be the most appropriate place to ask. Don't flame me too badly for resurrecting a 10-month-dead thread. ^_^

August 14th, 2006, 17:43	#58
ILLusion GBB Whisperer Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Toronto	There are airsoft versions of these masks from half face to full face: http://www.wgcshop.com/pcart/shopper.php?itm=GP-CG-536 http://www.wgcshop.com/pcart/shopper.php?itm=KA-MASK-04 http://www.wgcshop.com/pcart/shopper.php?itm=KA-MASK-03 http://www.wgcshop.com/pcart/shopper...m=KA-MASK-03OD http://www.wgcshop.com/pcart/shopper...m=KA-MASK-04OD Although that cycling one looks beefier, the larger ventilation holes on it makes the durability questionable. __________________ *Advanced Airsoft Armaments and Enhancements* Quick to the gun, sure of your grip. Quick to the threat, sure of your shot. Diligentia, Vis, Celeritas Accuracy, Power, Speed

August 14th, 2006, 18:10	#59
skewed Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Downtown Toronto	Thanks for the links! ^_^ It looks like those might heat up quickly(I think someone posted the full face mask a few pages back and complained about the condensation from heavy breathing). I like the idea of the cycling mask as it covers the important bits and is still breathable. The cheaper model also has smaller holes. At first inspection, it looks like it'll deflect or absorbe most of the shock of a BB hit, but you're right. It's possible a BB could still smash its way in through the holes and the filter. I'll do some more research into it all and if it looks like a worthwhile venture, I'll post back here.

August 15th, 2006, 00:07	#60
Vince Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Drummondville QC	Meh, those little cuts are not bad compared to those I got in mountainbiking or ATV racing :lol: I have full confidence in my ESS __________________ Who wants to dine in hell?

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