Protection remains the absolute priority before any other airsoft purchase. This guide covers essential protective gear, without which no game should begin.
Eye and face protection: non-negotiable
No helmet, however comprehensive, protects the eyes. Approved eye protection (glasses or goggles) remains essential in all cases, both indoors and outdoors.
Helmet: protection against shocks and impacts
A helmet like our FMA FAST Helmet AF-01 absorbs BB impacts and shocks, serving as an essential complement to eye protection.
Body protection
A plate carrier vest like the K19 3.0, complemented by SAPI EVA plates, absorbs impacts to the torso, particularly useful in close-quarters CQB.
Hand protection
Thin gloves like Mechanix protect against abrasion during falls and crawls, without sacrificing the sensitivity needed to handle your replica.
Purchase priority order
- Eye and face protection (essential, never skip)
- Helmet (additional shock/impact protection)
- Gloves (hand protection)
- Plate carrier vest (torso protection)
FMA FAST Helmet AF-01
Accessible shock/impact protection, from €73.99.
View the FAST helmet →FAQ
What is the most important piece of protective equipment?
Eye and face protection, without exception: no other equipment protects your eyes.
Is a helmet sufficient to protect the eyes?
No, a helmet protects the head and absorbs shocks but never replaces dedicated eye protection.
