Hard Head Veterans Ballistic Helmet Review | Former Green Beret
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- čas přidán 28. 06. 2024
- A couple of notes on this review. First, I did not get paid for the review, however, the helmet was sent to me for free. Two, my recommendation or "upgrade" likely would not be necessary if I wore my helmet properly. But I don't. So this is my personal take if I were to buy this helmet for LE or Military use.
Hope you guys enjoy the review let me know your thoughts and whether or not we should do more!
That being said here is the link for the Hard Head Veterans ballistic ATE helmet and the Team Wendy adjustable strap.
HHV
www.hardheadveterans.com/prod...
Team Wendy "CAM FIT" strap
www.teamwendy.com/products/af...
And of course my book.
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08...
Guys let your comments and opinions rip! What helmet do you prefer?
Can you do a review on your plate carrier
As a contractor, we weren't required to wear helmets unless we were in vehicles with the Marines. Then it was the Ceradyne helmet.
You should make a video on your coms setup
Can you make a video on how you preparing for OSUT and how to get mentally ready for selection
Team Wendy.
I looked forward to these more than I look forward to my dad coming back from buying that pack of cigarettes he went to get from the store........25 years ago
LMFAO!!
I'm back lil buddy, it was your mom's fault. Love you.
Doing night patrols as regular Marine infantry.
Our counterweight was tilting our head up to compensate for the helmet drooping to the front haha.
Long fix for the fitment issue: rehang the all 4 straps from the 2nd eyelet. This will shorten the entire strap system and allow you to use the slider buckles more effectively. I like to lock down the back set with tap so they dont pop open.
Man i subbed to you a few months ago at 13k, and youre already at 50, thats wild but well deserved. You are one of the motivators that made me walk into that recruiters office and sign back up into the infantry. I knew that not at least TRYING to get my ranger tab and scroll would eventually destroy me as the years go on and that door starts closing.
So thank you, really.
That had to be the best gear review I've ever seen on CZcams short informative non of that lame salesman like pitches just honesty. Love your Vids Buck!
Buck I got your book Monday night and read the whole thing yesterday. The part where you talked about being in the kitchen making fries because you didn’t have food crushed my soul. I’ve been there man, even without knowing you I feel like I’ve known you my whole life. Seeing your own home and feeling anxious and scared was all too familiar for me. Thank you so much. I passed the book off to my girlfriend. You’ve done so much for me. This book was life changing!! I’m taming the dragon and accepting I’m broken.
A lot of work to be done still! Thank you 🙏🏻
Thanks brother! that means a lot man seriously
Accepting your broken ? WTF dude. I’ll never accept that I’m broken cuz I’m not. Why the fuck Would you accept that ?!
@@TheInfantry98 I’m not sure how to reply to your comment.
Semper Fi Brother, thank you for that review. I'm gonna get the book as well.
Digging into the book now, quick read and raw. Exactly what I was expecting, loving every page.
Thanks brother!
Hurrrayyy a real one making reviews guns & gear !!!❤️
Fantastic video, very in-depth and informative for anyone that doesn't have 1st hand experience!
I’ve has my HHV since the first gen 2 helmets came out. I totally agree with his review. I got a team Wendy cam fit helmet strap and it changed the helmet 100%. Helmet sits nice and won’t move when locked down. I’m a LEO and the ACH helmets we have are miserable compared to the HHV.
I know this is an old comment, but did you get the fast cut style helmet or the ACH/MICH style from HHV?
@@Wabaanimkii the fast style.
Oh yea dude ,range time ! Can hardly wait .as always keep crushing these videos bro
I read the book and I have to say... It's really good man. I'm going to be honest, this is the first book I read in like 10 years, that should say how excited I was to read your book. 10/10
Love the review! Keep them coming.
Thank you for your review. My HHV helmet arrives tomorrow.
It's nice to see a good in-depth review with the actual pros/cons for once and not just someone shooting the piss out of it. Hope to see more gear reviews from you soon. Thanks for the laughs too btw.
Hey Brother, another Great vid. I’ve considered this helmet, but will wait for the shooting demo on it. Thanks for the info! Keep it going!
Great review! Thank you. Yes-would definitely like to see you do more reviews. What’s the best gear you like to wear to train in the rain? Best IFAK kit/set up? Thanks!
Excellent video - keep kickin it up ol school - rock on!
YES. Team Wendy is the stuff! Never had an issue with it on my ACH or otherwise, totally fixes a lot of the issues! Buck, by the way...your book is spot on! It should be in the LEADERSHIP isle!! The beginnings of you are a mirror image of my own path. Something I tried like hell to keep a secret for decades. Thanks for being real, for being raw and not holding back. Real stuff, man. Appreciated. Have passed the book to a brother who is hurting, I have no doubts it will enlighten....as I said...LEADERSHIP. Too bad Amazon does not allow for 10 star reviews.
Thanks brother that means a lot!
Awesome! Thanks for the advice on the micro adjustment upgrade; that’s an inbound bird. 🤙🏻
Definitely keep the reviews coming!
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I’ve had an HHV helmet for about 6 months and I agree. It’s a great helmet, but it needs something like the cam fit system from team Wendy. The ability to micro adjust the strap tightness is such a game changer.
working on something new for that!
@@HardHeadVeterans any update on that?
@@JavierHernandez-fq4hu they have a snap adjustable band that mounts to the front strap screws and passes thru the rear pad. At 19 bucks I might try it.
I have the HHV ballistic and bump helmets. They should really sell these with the memory foam pads because they make a HUGE improvement (especially with the bump helmet) in fit and stability.
I'm one of those dorks wearing my bump helmet for long bike rides. The ability to mount a GoPro and 1 or more high lumen lights is invaluable. In addition, these bump helmets with the memory foam pads give much better protection than most bicycle/safety helmets.
The up armor (lvl 4) plate for the ballistic helmet is a nice upgrade.
Love the reviews!
Seen those Team Wendy ballistic helmets in person, they are no joke. Top of the line equipment.
Keep up the gear reviews Buck!!
They are the Cadillac of helmets!!
See them all the time at my job. Going to buy one before I get out.
Buck have you ever met any MARSOC guys, thoughts? Is your training similar?
Finished Rising above last night it was amazing thank you so much for writing it
Thank you!! 🙏🙏
Solid review. I am shopping now. Pretty sold on the HHV! Thx
Your book arrived today! Breaking into it after my exam tonight
Nice! Thanks bro!
I use the Team Wendy Bump & Ballistic and i like them both. No experience with any other Ballistic Helmet so i cant Compare. I use mine for Active Shooter/ High Threat Medical Response Team (H.T.M.) In a support role with Local L.E.
Keep the videos up! Whatever comes up in future - it'll be great!
Thanks bro!
Read RISING ABOVE; from page one I couldn't put it down. Great book brother. I will definitely recommend this to anyone that is trying to find their place in life. Truly inspirational.
Thank you!! 🙏🙏🙏
Great review!
I did think about the cheaper bump helmet to still have gear attached but lighter weight
Good gear review man, let’s see some more
I got this helmet in 2020. Have worn it extensively, aside from the straps lacking range of adjustment it’s an excellent helmet.
Keep the reviews coming, more on the Peltors and or other hearing protection, also face visors, interested on a bump setup?
Hey brother, you should do a video on packing a ruck based on ta-50 and shit during sfas. And how to add weight when needed with what you have to meet the weight standards.
Nicee review brother. Love this helmet and I’ve been seeing a lot of good reviews. However their lead time is a pain in the ass. I hope they can have more stock so we don’t have to wait too long .
I think they are ramping up a place in Texas for that reason
Great video thanks for the review.
No problem 👍
Stay tight Sean, you're helping me a lot. Hoping to enlist next January
Nice man!
I love the reviews I wish you would’ve talked a little more about the ops core and what you think of them
Great video. Ballin on a budget. It’s how I roll.
Buck..Your helmet review puts high tech tactical into perspective .Not your father's head gear anymore.
Definitely checking out your book. Thanks Brother!
I haven't even finished the vid, but I already know its going to be great vid
thanks dude
I was considering the HHV helmet, but now I know I'll get one. Thanks for the recommendation of the Team Wendy strap!
Gear reviews would be great!
you got it!
@Todd Tangen look at the Botach Twist Strap same design as the Wendy but less than $50.
@@teddysickels1857 Thanks! I'll check it out.
The new Gen 2 OpsCore helmets they get are around 1,900 compared to the older gen 1 which are are 1,400. I bought that helmet and I got the team wendy helmet strap after I got it. Solid Helmet at a great price.
3:01 that smile made my day I love you man 😂😂
Not going to lie, my favorite part of the helmet is the chin strap magnet. Genius. My favorite place for my beard to be is on my face, not in a chin strap getting ripped off my face if the strap pulls the wrong way. Keep up the reviews man, the tips and tricks (helmet tape!) are awesome!
thanks brother!
Watch out with that magnet in some situations it can mess up with your compass reading. It's unlikely but it can happen.
I'd love to know the ballistic protection value of the newest helmets compared to the first kevlar I was issued way back when . Thanks for your video .
I picked up a HHV bump helmet... I should have just went with the Team Wendy Bump helmet because now I'm going to get the Team Wendy Chin Strap to fix this issue I have when mounting my nods that you mentioned. Great video, wish I would have watched it sooner.
if you have the proper load in your counter weights that will make all the difference in the world too
Great review!
You're usually very calm and balanced that magnetic chin strap is your kryptonite. Great videos keep em coming. 🇺🇸😎👮♂️
Good shit Buck. I am in the market for a helmet presently for my trunk load out bag. I also read the heartfelt comment by Outdoor Outpost and will be looking to pick up the book as well.
Semper Fi Brother!
Glad you said “Team Wendy” is sick as F##K as that’s what I’m running. Exfil Ballistic, and you are absolutely correct, the Boa Dial is 100% worth every Penny. I would never go back to any other helmet harness system now, although I shall be looking into the Helmet you’ve reviewed as I do like the Multicam Finish. Cheers Buck, oh and I finished the book, Great thank you, Loved it 👍
Thanks brother! 👊👊
Definitely more reviews man! And, it would awesome for you to do a video of the kit you ran overseas. 🍻
Will do!
@@FNGACADEMY Awesome man!
I bought the bump helmet years ago. Works great for my needs. My biggest complaints are the strap adjustment as you mentioned and rails. They are a pain in the ass to accessorize.
Enjoy the reviews. Good intel without costly errors on my side.
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Got one last December real good value for the price.
I have that exact helmet. I got the botach turn strap for 40 bucks. Locks into place just like a team wendy for half the price. I'm not in war so it does the job! Lol! Good review Sean! Keep them coming!
perfect thanks for the tip dude! that Wendy strap is pricey!
Do you have a link on that? I can't find it
Didn’t want to spend $600+ on ear pro so I bought the Howard Leights sport to install but HHV’s Mlok adapters were oos. HHV recommended the Unity Tactical Mark 2.0 adapters and their Mlok Mtec plastc hardware to mount it to the mlok rails but it didn’t work too good. So I ordered the 3M Peltor arc headset adapters and HHV Arc replacement rails on Ebay.
Great job on that review dude...! Maybe you could review a battle belt or chest rig next?
For sure!
Thanks for the video.
You bet
I bought the same helmet 2 years back. Great helmet light weight. Easier to adapt stuff to it with my Small headlight mount and Peltors, NVG’s. For the money HHV is worth it.
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Video idea, could you do a video on the different types of cadre special forces has.
Thanks much, because of how I run, there's lots of different stuff on my helmet. I run inside the ear, hearing protection, and run a good set of ballistic shooter glasses. My helmet only has a white light because that is what works for me. It's about how you are running. The equipment must fit what you do. There are times I must ditch the helmet and go forth.
Nice background, real synthwave.
The rails on the Hard Head Vet helmet are different, what are they called?
I have just ordered your book from amazon i really like your videos and my son loves watching them as he is thinking of joining the British army in two months and he wants to join the special forces in the future.
Hey that’s awesome to hear
good tip! I might have to pick up this strap.
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First thing I did was swap the rails it came with for arc rails. Other than that it’s a solid budget option.
Just bought the book. Its gonna be here Friday!!
Thank you!!
Yes more reviews
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Their gen 1 version of this helmet used to have that knob at the back for synching it down, I don't know why they got rid of it for the gen 2
Yeah I was in big Army and just… loved… Every second of using NVGs without counterweights for hours on end.
Great review
You were dead nuts on when it comes to replacing the chin strap. I spent the coin and replaced it with Wendys CAM Fit Retention System along with also installing Team Wendy's Comfort Pad Replacement Kit. Light years ahead of what HHV was cheaping out with.
Hey man can you please tell me what choice did you choose where it asks you the shell type for the CAM fit retention system?
Good stuff chef!
Hey man! Loved the video, I did have a quick question though. I’m down range at the moment, and we’re all getting HHV helmets. However, I noticed the helmet looked huge on most of their heads and looked a bit bulky. Is there a solution to this or is it just them? Do you see the same thing I’m seeing or is this just the reality of all High-cut helmets? Any suggestions? Your response will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time!
the helmet padding leaves a little to be desired, i would try and find a new liner, maybe a suspended one, other than that it's awesome
Thank you
I just finished your joint podcast with The Lead Wasps and enjoyed that one man. I'm curious though, did you ever have moments of distrust with the ANA? I can't remember who at the moment but I remember a SF guy who lost his leg and a few brothers to a rogue ANA guy.
Oh and your book should be here Monday!
Have you trained with NATO "allies"? If yes, how was it?
100% support from 🇮🇹
ill do a vid on it bro
I have a 1st generation HHV ballistic helmet and i took it to Afghanistan while contracting. It was comfortable and was overkill for the job i was doing. of course, a few guys had their own fast helmet with electronic ear protection. We did a lot of comparison from each helmets guys brought such as an OpsCore, Team Wendy, HHV, and the army issued ACH we got. Me personally, I would get an OpsCore or Team Wendy (bye bye stimulus money haha) but my HHV gets the job done. No, I didn't add any electronic ear protection/comms, nvg mounts, lights, and etc. just plain and tan is all i need for now.
I just wanna buy that helmet just have it because it looks so freaking cool.
Like the review aspect, if you like doing reviews you should do it more often
thank you
Nice review! Do you know if you can wear this for airborne jumps in the US Army?
In SF you could
My only gripe is that HHV should give you the option to get the ARC rails instead of just the mlok. Only for the reason that i feel like more accessories are available comms, lights, etc are available for the ARC rail
just got mine in the mail today and I gotta say - im fucking impressed
awesome video I have had old helmets back then Mich mostly or no helmets 🤣 but I like ops core bump helmet That knob on the back is awesome wish I have helmets like this back in 1985 - 2008
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Cool lid, but I'm still rockin' an old MSA ACH TC 2000 (w/ TW H-back strap and TW Epic Air liner)
Regardless of what you buy, spend the money, get Team Wendy straps and pads.
Your head will thank you.
Bought one in October. Got it in January. High quality.
it is really nice
You probably know this but for the people who don't, HHV's helmets are manufactured in China and batch tested here. This may possibly matter to some people, as well as understanding that if you can get helmets made in America for the same price or less depending on the configuration, or get an untested Chinese helmet for half the cost direct if ballistic protection is just a "nice to have" and not a "I think it will determine if I live or die on a call" kind of thing.
@@DaveSmith-cp5kj they are assembled in China currently with US materials and QC and batch tested here. We will be releasing a US made helmet out of our new TX warehouse later this year. You won't find a US made helmet for less than or very close to our price. We are expecting new helmet to run around $800 which is still half of what other US competitors run.
@@HardHeadVeterans Oh I definitely understand that. You are bringing armor to people where it normally would be out of reach of their budgets.
I have some Chinese helmets, however I use them as loaners and backups for my domestic helmet. I personally do not trust China at all, especially when the manufacturing is the most important part of rigid composite armor. I trust the USGI and LE rejects/expired that end up into surplus to the same level as new Chinese produced. Naturally I understand that in practice the products from China tend to be of sufficient quality when domestic QC checks are done to ensure honesty, but I don't feel comfortable using them as my go-to, and I'm willing to pay over 1.5k for new American because it will be the only thing protecting my head in the pinch. At that point cost is of no consequence compared to drain bamage, and warranty won't save me if if the helmet actually fails to do its job.
While I already have a helmet, I know several guys who are shopping and I look forward to your domestic offering.
Awesome review
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I love my HHV. I run the gel pads which allow your head to breath. This is really important when its hot out. The helmet is really comfortable. HHV on their website used to show the adjustable strap for the back of the head and for some reason they dont sell it. I am also going to buy a Opscore as they are lighter but at a much higher price.
Possibly patent infringement, that seems to be why certain things that are so handy on any equipment aren't available on all brands. Like quick release on optics mounts.
I thought the reg. Army went away from the ACH? My unit was issued these higher cut mitch helmets for testing way back in the day.
Can you show us how to attach your peltors or walkers to it?
Could you do a review on cyre avs? Or your personal favorite plate carrier?
Bearded locks haha. Yeah reviews would be awesome. For exp. Like what boots shoes clothing gear to wear wheather it be down range or at home. Sick vid keep it coming bro.
will do all of that!
@@FNGACADEMY Boots!
Buck, what do you think about the Salomon Speed Assault? I find them to be very comfortable (especially having neuropathy), lightweight, breathable, good ankle support, great tread design, dry out very quickly, speed laces are very quick. I'd like to know your opinion on them though.
This review came out at the right time. Several people that I know are looking to get helmets and then add the NVS.
Can you do a video on counter weights for nods?
Haha, of all your videos this was the first one I was about to say "Get selected"... lol
I've been using one of these for a while and one of the first things i did was swap out the retention system for the Team Wendy version. Overall it's a nice lid. Better than my late 90s helmet. Permanent brain damage just from walking around with that thing on...
Any chance we can get a video more in depth on 18 - D and tips for SOCM?
Will do!