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deep in the bush October 2nd, 2005 00:18

sorry does NOT fog...seniors moment

P11 Deuce October 2nd, 2005 21:14

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 22:25

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 00:07

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 00:49

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

MadMorbius October 3rd, 2005 08:36

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 10:08

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 17:36

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 18:07

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 01:24

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

SockMonkey October 19th, 2005 11:16

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 16:01

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 16:43

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 17:10

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 14th, 2006 23:07

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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