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Review on Protective MSA V-Gard Visor With Radiant Heat/Elevated Temperature Barrier For Hard Hats by Edward Taylor

Revainrating 3 out of 5

The "V-Gard Visor ": A Love-Hate Relationship

I've been using the V-Gard Visor for a while now, and I've gotta say, it's a bit of a mixed bag. On the one hand, it's incredibly sturdy and provides excellent protection against radiant heat and other elevated temperature hazards. On the other hand, it can be a bit of a pain to use. First off, mounting the visor onto your hard hat isn't exactly a walk in the park. It takes some tinkering to get it to fit properly, and even then it can be a little wobbly. Once you've got it on, though, it feels pretty secure. The second issue is that the visor can make it a little tricky to see what you're doing. It's not terrible, but there's definitely a noticeable amount of glare and distortion. If you're doing something that requires a lot of precision, I could see this being a real problem. All in all, I'd say that the V-Gard Visor is a good product, but not a great one. It definitely does what it's supposed to do, but the downsides make it hard to love.

Pros
  • The MSA V-Gard Visor is designed to fit comfortably on the face, it has a clear and unobstructed view and is incredibly lightweight, reducing discomfort and fatigue associated with wearing bulky visors or headgear. This ensures workers can wear it for extended periods of time without feeling weighed down or uncomfortable, making it a more enjoyable and effective piece of personal protective equipment (PPE
Cons
  • The added weight of the visor can cause strain on the neck and shoulders of the user, especially if they need to wear it for an extended period, leading to fatigue and reduced efficiency