On Scene: The Sam Houston

What do people say about the famous N6A Sam Houston helmet? Let's see!

Bought this as a gift for my boyfriend seeing as he has wanted one for six years and it did not disappoint!!! He says it is even better than he imagined. And I feel better knowing he no longer has a plastic helmet.

By far the best thing i own...I take great pride knowing how my helmet was built and the tradition it carries.

I bought this helmet as a gift because I knew the recipient liked this kind of helmet. He is very impressed with how sturdy, and even heavy, it feels when held in the hands; but how lightweight it feels when worn.

Love my leather! Slightly heavier that my 1000 and 1010, but has a better balance to it so the extra weight is a non issue!

Convinced yet? No worries, we'll keep telling you about it.

The original leather helmet. Handcrafted to meet today’s performance requirements.

FEATURES & BENEFITS:

Hand crafted 100% leather shell
An engineered impact cap of high-temperature rigid urethane foam with a tough Lexan outer dome and an ABS inner liner. Provides advanced thermal, impact, and penetration protection. Designed to increase protection at the sides where it’s needed most.
Cairns' six-way overhead strap suspension system reduces shock transmission at the top of the helmet while providing a snug, comfortable fit.
Sateen cotton liner with leather brow patch sewn to high density foam backing around the entire circumference of the liner
Soft black Nomex chinstrap with one-hand quick release buckle and postman slide allows quick and easy adjustment.
Three-position, rear-ratchet height adjustment ensures a secure and comfortable fit, with or without SCBA gear, for all head sizes
Jumbo earlaps for increased neck coverage and protection.
Larger diameter helmet hanger fits on larger hooks and racks.
Insurance against fireground damage with Cairns 5-year shell replacement warranty.