Open Face Helmet

from £225.00
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Designed from the water up, the Gecko Open Face helmet is built specifically for marine environments, drawing on over 30 years of expertise. Originally developed for the RNLI in 1995 to address the need for a lightweight, high-performance marine safety helmet, it has since become a trusted choice for organisations including the Royal Air Force, Police, and Ministry of Defence.

As the world’s first marine safety helmet, the Open Face meets the BSI marine safety standard PAS 028:2002. Its durable, ergonomic design has been continuously refined in collaboration with the RNLI and remains a benchmark in marine head protection.

The helmet is compatible with a range of accessories, such as visors, goggles, and communication systems. It also features two side inserts for mounting equipment like cameras or flashlights. Please note: this model is not compatible with ear defenders—consider our Cut Away model if that is a requirement.

View specification sheet here.

Due to our busy production schedule, lead time for all helmet orders are subject to change. Please contact us for more details or to see if you order may be effected.

Designed from the water up, the Gecko Open Face helmet is built specifically for marine environments, drawing on over 30 years of expertise. Originally developed for the RNLI in 1995 to address the need for a lightweight, high-performance marine safety helmet, it has since become a trusted choice for organisations including the Royal Air Force, Police, and Ministry of Defence.

As the world’s first marine safety helmet, the Open Face meets the BSI marine safety standard PAS 028:2002. Its durable, ergonomic design has been continuously refined in collaboration with the RNLI and remains a benchmark in marine head protection.

The helmet is compatible with a range of accessories, such as visors, goggles, and communication systems. It also features two side inserts for mounting equipment like cameras or flashlights. Please note: this model is not compatible with ear defenders—consider our Cut Away model if that is a requirement.

View specification sheet here.

Due to our busy production schedule, lead time for all helmet orders are subject to change. Please contact us for more details or to see if you order may be effected.

    • The patented inflatable liner is an integral part of the helmet design; through an oral valve, the liner has the ability to inflate or deflate to create a perfect fit every time.

    • The liner offers an inherent buoyancy to the user, and if overboard and rising up to the surface will position user to rise with the helmet to take any impacts.

    • The grooves along the helmet are designed to increase the strength to weight ratio of the ABS shell. It also allows water to run off the back of the helmet to keep vision clear.

    • The neck is cut high to allow users full motion of their head to look all around them including above them in case of a helicopter rescue.

    • This also allows for life jackets and buoyancy aids to be used and not push the helmet up from the back and obscure user vision.

    • The open face design offers full peripheral vision with its wide aperature while protecting the sides and back of the head.

  • Size:

    Small – 52-55cm

    Regular – 56cm–63cm

    Large – 63cm – 65cm

    Weight: 670grms

    Certifications:

    Marine Safety Helmet PAS 028:2002

    Mountaineering Helmet EN 12492

  • Customisation & Accessories

    Every helmet is custom made to order, here are some of the customisation options:

    Colours

    Visors

    Liners

    Logos & Livery

    These accessories are compatible with the Open Face Helmet:

    Visors

    Grips

    Radio Communication Headsets

    Marine Flashlights

  • All our helmets are made to order which means they can take a little time to get to you.

    We aim to have your orders to you within 2-4 weeks, however the lead times of order can fluctuate due to production schedules.

    If you have a specific requirement date please do not hesitate to contact us - info@geckoheadgear.com