How to Spot a Fake Gentex Helmet
The Gentex corporation manufactures various flight helmets for the U.S. military. These helmets range from lightweight units to helmets with full, internal, electrical systems. Not only are these helmets used in active military service, but they can also be collector's items. So, if you have come across what you think is a genuine Gentex helmet, there are ways to tell if it is the real deal. Does this Spark an idea?
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Check inside the flight helmet. There will be electrical components inside, such as microphones. If it is a replica helmet, it likely won't have any electrical components inside and if it does, the components won't be functional.
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Check the exterior and interior of the helmet for approval stamps from the American military. 90 percent of helmets used in the military are Gentex units and the military is the only body that approves these helmets as a standard.
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Purchase a Gentex helmet from an official Gentex retailer, such as Gentex itself or Gibson and Barnes. The retailer will be able to tell you if they are certified and if the helmet is indeed an official Gentex helmet.
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