MSA10034019 V-Gard 500 Cap Style Safety Hard Hat With Fas-Trac III Ratchet Suspension | Polyethylene Shell, Superior Impact Protection, Self Adjusting Crown Straps - Standard Size in Blue

Very lightweight hat, I can tell it is a thinner plastic than my 3M because the bill bends as I lift it from my head. The headband is a synthetic plastic material that will make you sweat like no other; the washable Terry cloth bands are a must. The suspension on the other hand is magnificent. Adjustable nape height, ratchet tightening that seems solid, and a comfortable cross strap enable this hard hat to stay on, even in the heat.

Love it. I'm a computer geek that had to use this when we were building a new facility. Two great features - the vented ridge made this much more comfortable than non-vented style. And second the easily adjustable headband. I never realized how many times I would adjust the helmet in a day - loose when walking around and tight when looking up. Very happy with this purchase after using it for 12 weeks.

Industry standard hardhat, I've used MSA for years. Vented is nice for hot days. Unfortunately the suspension shipped with this one fits poorly. The third additional strap that makes this a 6-point vs 4-point suspension provides no additional support and does not sit flat on the head. Currently on support with MSA to resolve this.

The vents do seem to help a little, but not much. More notable though, is that the adjustable suspension sucks. I do have a large head, I think my hat size is either 8 1/4 or 8 1/2 but at the largest this hat opens up to it just fits, and it constantly falls off any time I lean over. I have an older vguard non vented that stays on much better.

Comfortable as a hard hat can be. The air vents help with airflow. Doesn't seem as heavy as most hard hats

In spite of this being billed as a complete hard hat, I received the shell only. Fortunately, we had an extra 4-point ratchet suspension laying around the office.

Very good quality hard hat and comfortable for all day use. The added strap distributes the weight out evenly on the top of your head. It took about 5 mins. To adjust the straps evenly.

Lightweight, vented, nice suspension, I like the arches over the ears for over-ear protection, the only negative for me is the brim is different from other MSA hardhats I've had and the clips that keep my headlamp in place don't fit.