Chainsaw Helmet shopping

Oldpath05 · Apr 8, 2019

I been looking around for a new chainsaw helmet, mine is getting old and uncomfortable with screws and glues holding everything together. Seems to be quite a few choices but I'd like to have one with a neck flap to help keep debris from going down my neck, but a screen visor and ear muffs are a must. I have this one on my radar at Amazon and I was wondering what other suggestions chainsaw people have...............Of course there's no reviews so I'm a little leery of it.
https://www.amazon.com/Yingte-Fores...teway&sprefix=chainsaw+helmet,aps,442&sr=8-61

Sthil seems to be the winner on the highest price at well over $100.00, but maybe knows another place to look besides ebay and Amazon?
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=chainsaw+helmet&ref=nb_sb_noss

Citydude · Apr 8, 2019

I broke my overpriced Sthil pro face shield by dropping it on my shop store. The Shihl dealer basically told me I would have to buy a new helmet as the shields were unavailable.

So, I bought an Oregon on Amazon for $28.00 since if it breaks I'm not out that much money. The Oregon muffs are a far better fit and the plastic material for the shield is of better quality. Not as brittle.

I would not recommend a Sthil.

s219 · Apr 8, 2019

Did you look on Bailey's? They have a good selection.

Industrial Toys · Apr 8, 2019

Just curious. Will a faceshield protect you from the bar, as in a kickback?

void777 · Apr 9, 2019

Oldpath05

try Labonville forestry helmets.

ArlyA · Apr 9, 2019

We do trail work with our helmets get used much each summer and live a tough life since they get hauled into the field via UTV box, or strapped to a backpack. We recently switched to Sthil model after finding on many other brands, the little arms that hold the face shield on and are adjustable via sliding in and out, are a weak point. The Sthil model we got didn't have that adjustment and weak part on this model. We also need to the face mask to go high enough to not not obscure our vision and have the head band with the adjusting knob on them. I'll try find its model but I don't believe these sell them via mail order ak Amazon.

Egon · Apr 9, 2019

Industrial Toys said:
Just curious. Will a faceshield protect you from the bar, as in a kickback?

Probably not but it does keep the chips out of your eyes.

Industrial Toys · Apr 9, 2019

Well, then if you wear goggles. what is the use of the cumbersome sheild? I have been using a saw for 50 years and can't say that "chips" have ever been any issue at all.

ruffdog · Apr 9, 2019

I went with the Husqvarna helmet because you set it and forget it. Many helmets with the convenient adjustment knobs loosen up with time. At some point, they are never tight enough to stay on. Happy with the Husky so far.

Sawyer Rob · Apr 9, 2019

I prefer the Husky helmet too, it has the neck flap and the muffs do a good job too, AND so far it's holding up very good for me...

SR

ericm979 · Apr 9, 2019

I like the Husky helmet too. I have the cheap "functional" model with a ratchet strap. There's also a wheel adjuster model for a bit more and a high end technical model.

Forestry helmets and hard hats, chainsaw safety helmets and hard hats with face protection

LD48750 · Apr 9, 2019

Industrial Toys said:
Well, then if you wear goggles. what is the use of the cumbersome sheild? I have been using a saw for 50 years and can't say that "chips" have ever been any issue at all.

And how many times have you been hit in the face by a kickback?

Then why worry about that feature?

RobertN · Apr 16, 2019

I like the Husky helmets. I use it when running the chainsaw, and when using the big handlebar weedeaters, since they flick stuff everywhere.

I also find it handy for when I'm mowing; the ear protection is nice for extended time at PTO RPM on the tractor, the shroud keeps just from falling down back of my shirt, and the helmet provides some protections from branches etc when around trees.

It's handy when running the PTO chipper/shredder too, for hearing protection and face screen.

It was money well spent. I originally got it when I got a Husky 225R string trimmer with the full handlebar.

Jstpssng · Apr 16, 2019

I've used several setups over the years including the Peltor system. While the latter is my favorite I have never used a screen which will stay attached in the brush where I use them. I've learned to use caution combined with safety glasses, and to deal with them always fogging up.

Oldpath05 · Apr 16, 2019

I looked at a lot Husqvarna helmets but all the one's I seen were over $50.00 with no ratchet knob and non of them showed a neck guard, I kinda like the ratchet knob. And what's with all that plastic ear muff holders holdings, there's just a little to much plastic for that price, the wire muff holder seems stronger to me.

I ordered this one 7 days ago, seem to have everything I wanted except it's from the UK, I dont care for buying stuff from other countries but after all the searching I did this was the closes to what I wanted. So if I translated the GBP right and it's good quality, it might be a good deal, so good it looks like there sold out, I should have it by next week and I'll post the pictures.

Chainsaw Forestry Helmet New Larger Metal Mesh Full Visor, Neck Guard 31641231755 | eBay

WranglerX · Apr 17, 2019

I have the Pro Forester Helmet by Husky, seem adequate for my needs....

https://www.amazon.com/Husqvarna-57...ainsaw+helmet&qid=1555474511&s=gateway&sr=8-9

Dale

cdb2 · Apr 17, 2019

Oldpath05 said:
I looked at a lot Husqvarna helmets but all the one's I seen were over $50.00 with no ratchet knob and non of them showed a neck guard, I kinda like the ratchet knob. And what's with all that plastic ear muff holders holdings, there's just a little to much plastic for that price, the wire muff holder seems stronger to me.

Hope you're pleased with the one you ordered, but just to throw it out there the husky is available with the ratchet (it's in the link posted above) and the muff attachment on mine is actually a spring steel tab with a plastic or rubbery bit molded over it. It works very well, it will either spring the muffs against your head or out away when not cutting. I had a labonville too for a bit and thought the husky muff mounts were better.

Oldpath05 · Apr 17, 2019

cdb2 said:
Hope you're pleased with the one you ordered, but just to throw it out there the husky is available with the ratchet (it's in the link posted above) and the muff attachment on mine is actually a spring steel tab with a plastic or rubbery bit molded over it. It works very well, it will either spring the muffs against your head or out away when not cutting. I had a labonville too for a bit and thought the husky muff mounts were better.

I looked at that one several times but I'm not seeing a ratchet knob and or the neck guard but then theres that only one picture, poor sale add. I did click on one like it and that looks like some slide click thing which may be ok-ish but I prefer the knob. It looks like theres around half dozen Husky helmet variations, what's up with that,,,,,,,,,,, more then three then it's pushing ridiculesness and konfusion.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079791HX...&pd_rd_r=bd373c43-615c-11e9-b2ef-bb2ae37525d6

cdb2 · Apr 17, 2019

Oldpath05 said:
I looked at that one several times but I'm not seeing a ratchet knob and or the neck guard but then theres that only one picture, poor sale add. I did click on one like it and that looks like some slide click thing which may be ok-ish but I prefer the knob. It looks like theres around half dozen Husky helmet variations, what's up with that,,,,,,,,,,, more then three then it's pushing ridiculesness and konfusion.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079791HX...&pd_rd_r=bd373c43-615c-11e9-b2ef-bb2ae37525d6

I meant the link to the husky site farther up the page: Forestry helmets and hard hats, chainsaw safety helmets and hard hats with face protection

Looks like the ratchet version is $10 more. No idea on the neck guard, looks like they don't have one. Anyways, enjoy the new helmet!