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12 Best Gas Masks, Face Masks, Respirators, & Filters of 2023 [Hands-On]

Not sure what protection you need? We hands-on test the most popular (and still available) gas masks, face masks, respirators, and filters.
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    From wood dust to viruses, smoke, tear gas, and even nuclear fallout…we’ve got you covered.

    Hands-On Tested Gas Masks
    Hands-On Tested Gas Masks

    We’ve researched, asked experts, and hand-selected the best gas masks and respirators for a variety of safety and prepping scenarios.

    Then we tested them for fit, function, and value.

    And for the extreme ones…we even gassed ourselves and tested our rifle shooting ability.

    Pew Pew Tactical Shooting with MIRA Safety Gas Masks
    Pew Pew Tactical Shooting with MIRA Safety Gas Masks

    So get ready for lots of pics and even some videos.

    By the end, you’ll know the best protection for your purpose.

    *February 2022 Update* Info on CBRN suits added.

    *August 2020 Update* More info on CDC/FDA guidelines, supplies, KN95 alternatives, and making your own mask during the current COVID-19 outbreak.

    *September 2020* Wildfire recommendations added too. Quick link to Parcil Respirators (#2 below).

    Best Gas Masks & Respirators

    I go over N95 masks further down the list, which are the gold standard but are currently reserved for health professionals.

    Wearing N95
    Wearing N95

    So I’m prioritizing the list based on what you can actually get right now.

    1. MIRA Safety CM-6M

    MIRA makes gas masks, safety equipment, and tactical gear in Texas…used by the U.S. Department of Defense and plenty of other countries.

    MIRA Safety CM-6M Gas Mask
    MIRA Safety CM-6M Gas Mask

    The CM-6M is rated for CBRN, which is NBC, with a little extra Radiation protection snuck in.

    But doesn’t the “N” already stand for “Nuclear?”

    Yes…NBC masks can protect against traditional nuclear fallout from nukes. But now the extra “R” protects against dirty bomb isotope fallout.

    Pew Pew Tactical Shooting with MIRA Safety Gas Masks
    Pew Pew Tactical Shooting with MIRA Safety Gas Masks

    It does that with different materials…in this case…butyl rubber which is much more resistant to fallout, chemical warfare agents, and toxic industrial chemicals.

    It’s also very comfy, and you get the choice of attaching the filter on either side depending on your rifle hand dominance.

    However, the CM-6M was more designed for a full field of view rather than rifle shooting.

    Inside the MIRA CM-6M
    Inside the MIRA CM-6M

    I found I had to tilt my rifle a little to get a good view through my optic. With un-magnified optics, it will be a little easier.

    Plus, you might get thirsty right…but can’t remove your mask?

    The mask comes with a drinking straw!

    MIRA CM-6M Drinking Straw
    MIRA CM-6M Drinking Straw

    Which attaches nicely to the canteen.

    Attaching MIRA Drinking Straw
    Attaching MIRA Drinking Straw

    As for filters…you can run standard 40mm filters. Or better yet…check out MIRA’s very own.

    MIRA Safety CBRN Filter
    MIRA Safety CBRN Filter

    They can be stored for up to 20 years instead of 5 years. Which probably turns out to be a better deal if you aren’t likely to use them.

    A good rule of thumb is two filters per person per day.

    EDITOR'S PICK FILTER
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    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Available Coupons

    There’s also a new smaller P3 Virus Filter (P100 European equivalent) that comes in packs of 6. A good deal if you aren’t looking at radiological or nuclear protection.

    Best for Viral Threats
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    Prices accurate at time of writing

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    As for the CM-6M…they might be the best choice for you if you value extreme protection from almost everything out there…and want a comfy large field of view.

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Available Coupons

    We’ve also done a full review of the CM-6M.

    2. MIRA Safety CM-7M

    Need something made for shooting?

    Wearing the MIRA CM-7M
    Wearing the MIRA CM-7M

    The CM-7M might fit the bill.

    Also, ambidextrous in filter attachment. The main change that makes shooting easier is the depression at the cheek.

    Unfortunately, it means you have to switch to the bug-eye design…but the field of view was still very adequate.

    It also comes with the drinking straw attachment, although in a different area.

    CM-7M Drinking Straw
    CM-7M Drinking Straw

    Check out the inside…

    MIRA Safety CM-7M Gas Mask
    MIRA Safety CM-7M Gas Mask

    And for these…I’d recommend sticking with the MIRA filters.

    EDITOR'S PICK FILTER
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    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Available Coupons

    Now…we wanted to do some sort of test.

    Amazingly, Amazon sells some Pepper Spray Grenades.

    Now don’t get too excited…it was a little underwhelming…

    Less grenade…and more upward spray.

    But the two MIRAs passed with flying colors. And yes…the pepper spray was in the air and got all over our Tyvek suits.

    I found out the hard way when I touched my eyes and lips afterward.

    For when you need CBRN protection AND the ability to easily shoot a rifle…check out the CM-7M. See our hands-on review here.

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

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    And if you want the full protection suite for really bad times…check out Mira’s CBRN Poncho.

    Mira CBRN Poncho
    Mira CBRN Poncho

    Or their CBRN Hazmat Suit.

    Mira CBRN Hazmat Suit
    Mira CBRN Hazmat Suit

    That you can couple it with some decontamination gloves and even Thyrosafe for protection against your thyroid absorbing radioactive iodine.

    Check out our Best Hazmat Suits for more info on the full protection suite.

    3. PD-100 and T-60 Respirators

    Want to step it up a little with full-face protection or a comfy half-face respirator?

    These are the in-stock ones to get to protect more against wildfire particles.

    T-60 and PD-100 Respirators
    T-60 and PD-100 Respirators

    Let’s check out the full-face PD-100 first, which comes with a set of N95 filters.

    PD-100 Full Face Respirator with Filters
    PD-100 Full Face Respirator with Filters

    Installation of the filters is really easy…just twist them on.

    PD-100 with Filters
    PD-100 with Filters

    The first thing that struck me was that it was actually really comfortable with a wide view.

    Plus, there wasn’t any fogging (although I was only standing and writing at my desk for a few hours).

    Wearing the PD-100
    Wearing the PD-100

    The name of the game is fit, and the PD-100 has adjustable straps that auto-lock for a snug seal by yourself.

    PD-100 Straps
    PD-100 Straps

    And a view inside shows the soft rubber.

    Inside the PD-100
    Inside the PD-100

    A very nice mask that gives a good seal and comes with a set of N95 filters already.

    And one that came in a few days.

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Available Coupons

    Don’t need full-face protection? Check out the T-60 half-face respirator.

    T-60 Half-Face Respirator
    T-60 Half-Face Respirator

    It comes with and utilizes the same twist on/off N95 filters as the PD-100.

    T-60 with Filters Installed
    T-60 with Filters Installed

    The T-60 has a softer-feeling rubber seal that’s even more comfortable than the PD-100.

    Inside the T-60
    Inside the T-60

    However, with the filters on, I felt a little droopiness until I really tightened down the straps.

    Wearing the T-60
    Wearing the T-60

    There’s a top plastic strap part that conforms to your head and can be easily cinched down.

    T-60 Head Straps
    T-60 Head Straps

    Then a neck attachment that’s easy by yourself.

    T-60 Neck Strap
    T-60 Neck Strap

    The T-60 is a more comfortable respirator if you’re not looking to fully cover your eyes.

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

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    But if you go the T-60 or PD-100 route…be sure to get the correct kind of twist on/off filters (PA1 Dual Filters) and not “bayonet” style ones.

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

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    4. Surgical & Cloth Masks

    Your current best bets for affordable and timely masks…

    Wearing Surgical Mask
    Wearing Surgical Mask

    Check out in-stock surgical masks.

    As for reusable cloth face masks…we’ve concluded our own hands-on study over the last few months.

    Reusable Cloth Masks (2)
    Tested Reusable Cloth Masks

    And our number 1 choice by a longshot is the Halo mask.

    Halo Mask
    Halo Mask

    It passed our water penetration test with flying colors which can help determine the effectiveness of filtering out aerosols.

    As well as passing a fabric light test which can show if a fabric is tightly woven enough.

    Halo Mask Light Test Good
    Halo Mask, Light Test Pass

    And the final test…the Halo is comfortable for long periods of time and does not have a lot of gaps.

    Halo Mask (2)
    Halo Mask Nose Strips
    Editor's Pick
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    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Available Coupons

    See the full review and our runner-up choices in Best Reusable Cloth Face Masks.

    5. KN95 Masks

    You probably heard of KN95 masks instead of the regular N95 masks…so what’s the difference?

    Respirators, (clockwise from top right) KN95, KN95 (fake), N95, P100
    Respirators, (clockwise from top right) KN95, KN95 (fake), N95, P100

    The N95 metric is for the United States, while the KN95 metric is for China.

    Both are rated to filter 95% of particulates down to .3 microns.

    Check out All KN95 Masks Here.

    Wearing KN95
    Wearing KN95

    8. 3M P100/N95 Particulate Respirator

    Probably what you think of when you first hear “gas mask.”

    3M P100 Particulate Respirator
    3M P100 Particulate Respirator

    But…these are known as respirators, and the 3M P100 above isn’t your regular dust mask or even surgical mask.

    There are a TON of acronyms and numbers in the respiratory protection game.

    If you’re getting something affordable and compact…get something with a P100 rating.

    Wearing the 3M P100 Respirator
    Wearing the 3M P100 Respirator

    The more normal N95 is not oil resistant and only filters 95% of airborne particles .3 microns in size or larger.

    N95 and P100
    N95 and P100

    While the P100 is oilproof and filters at least 99.97% of airborne particles. If oil isn’t a problem…check out N100 Respirators as well.

    The 3M P100 filter is my basic pick since it’s affordable and also has an exhalation valve, so it doesn’t get too stuffy after long use.

    Basic Pick
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    Prices accurate at time of writing

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    Easy to keep in your bug-out bag or vehicle. Plus, I use them for minor woodworking and renovation touring.

    However, the good thing is that the CDC states N95 respirators “are capable of filtering out all types of particles, including bacteria and viruses.”

    Wearing N95
    Wearing N95

    Still…you’re missing 5% protection there.

    They are going in and out of stock all the time, so use the N95 Respirator Search.

    N95 Valve
    N95 Valve

    Or still, try your luck with N100 Respirators.

    If you have some of these masks…check out the CDC’s Guide to Decontamination & Reuse.

    6. 3M Half-Face Respirator 7502

    Boom…let’s amp it up a little.

    3M Half Face Respirator with P100 Filters
    3M Half Face Respirator with P100 Filters

    This 3M Half Face Respirator uses disposable filters so you can keep reusing the “shell.”

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Prices accurate at time of writing

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    The half-face respirator is great for better protection of your nose and mouth since it creates a nice seal.

    Wearing the 3M Half Face Respirator
    Wearing the 3M Half Face Respirator

    However, they are sized, and I’m wearing a medium.

    The attachments are also pretty comfy and intuitive…and don’t require someone to help you put them on.

    3M Half Face Respirator Tabs
    3M Half Face Respirator Tabs

    For filters… there are the ones I’m wearing that are P100 plus Organic Vapor Relief.

    Which basically means it blocks some smelly stuff.

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Available Coupons

    There are also other form factors, such as the 7093B P100 filters, which are encased in plastic so they protect from water and wetness.

    3M Respirator with Particulate Filter 7093B P100
    3M Respirator with Particulate Filter 7093B P100

    I’d also recommend the 3M 7093 for prepping since you don’t know your situation. But the other ones are good for regular work when you know you won’t get wet.

    I have a big stash of half-face respirators to protect against big wildfires and disease outbreaks.

    But you’ve still got your eyes and ears to take care of…

    3M Respirator Plus Goggles
    3M Respirator Plus Goggles

    That’s why I combo it with some simple goggles that give me a nice seal.

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Prices accurate at time of writing

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    And also some earplugs. If you’re a shooter, those foamy things are all you need. But we also have a guide for the Best Electronic Ear Protection too.

    *Update* Since this is a big step up in protection and you’ll look a little too cautious (at least right now)…they are somewhat in stock.

    If my above is out of stock, or you need more sizes…use our 3M Respirator Search.

    And if my main pick for eye protection is out, try our Safety Goggles Search. Be sure to get one with a tight seal.

    7. Russian Surplus Gas Mask

    Ok…this is an example of what NOT to get.

    Russian Surplus Gas Mask
    Russian Surplus Gas Mask

    Unless you’re doing some kind of cosplay…just don’t.

    Russian surplus gas masks use a different filter threading, so you probably can’t use new Western filters.

    But that’s not the worst part.

    They also can contain asbestos. And are usually liquidated once they expire. You never know how they were stored…etc.

    Russian Gas Mask Filter Bottom
    Russian Gas Mask Filter Bottom, Yum!

    I put it on without the filter, and it definitely was super uncomfortable and claustrophobic.

    Sort of Wearing the Russian Surplus Mask
    Sort of Wearing the Russian Surplus Mask

    I had to take out my contacts and clean them since something in the mask got in my eye.

    So even if you are buying for fun…make sure to clean it out. Comes with a nice fabric bag, though!

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Available Coupons

    8. Israeli NATO Surplus Gas Mask

    Now we’re getting into real “gas mask” territory.

    Israeli Gas Mask with Filter
    Israeli Gas Mask with Filter

    These Israeli gas masks are popular with the prepping crowd since they are still affordable.

    Plus, they offer NBC protection…which stands for:

    • Nuclear
    • Biological
    • Chemical

    They sometimes come with a fresh-ish filter (this one expired in 2008). And can take regular Western 40mm ones.

    Israeli Gas Mask Filter Expiration
    Israeli Gas Mask Filter Expiration

    And surprisingly…decently comfortable despite the appearance. However, I did experience some fogging after a few minutes.

    Wearing the Israeli Gas Mask
    Wearing the Israeli Gas Mask

    Visibility is also not bad with the two eye holes.

    My recommendation, if you want to go super budget with a full-faced gas mask.

    Super Budget Pick
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    Prices accurate at time of writing

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    Make sure to pick up some new gas mask filters while you’re at it though.

    I’ll cover those combined with the next pick!

    9. Mestel Full Face SGE 150

    This is my primary pick for most potential users (when it was in stock).

    Mestel Full Face SGE 150 Gas Mask with New Filter
    Mestel Full Face SGE 150 Gas Mask with New Filter

    The Mestel SGE 150 and equivalents gas masks give you NBC protection and the ability to use regular 40mm filters.

    Mestel is an Italian company of diving masks, so it’s essentially a modified mask to fit NATO filters.

    It has a huge field of view and is pretty comfy!

    No fogging up. Guessing their background has some advantages.

    Wearing the Mestel SGE 150
    Wearing the Mestel SGE 150

    Check out the inside…simple but to the point.

    Inside the Mestel SGE 150 Gas Mask
    Inside the Mestel SGE 150 Gas Mask

    As for gas mask filters…I like the Mestel version for general preparedness.

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Available Coupons

    These are made for NATO is NBC rated, and last up to 5 years.

    *Update*: Amazon is taking off gas masks and filters, so sometimes the Mestel is gone or not named directly. If it is, I’d take a look at Parcil or Mira or see the search for CBRN Filter.

    It’s possible to go through 1-3 filters a day…so prep accordingly!

    Those combo-ed with the Mestel SGE 150 are my favorite general prepping gas mask.

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    What About Beards & Kids?

    A little update for questions in the comment section…

    What if you have a beard?

    It’s just not going to have that airtight seal you want.

    Our bearded staff have worn the CM-7M in our pepper spray grenade test and came out unscathed.

    But that’s not the same as something more pervasive or harmful.

    The CDC recently published a guide to acceptable beards (PDF). Great use of resources…and yes…the “toothbrush.”

    CDC Acceptable Beards
    CDC Acceptable Beards

    Your best bet would be to shave…or go with a hood.

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Available Coupons

    Or a budget pick would be a disposable fire hood…

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Available Coupons

    How about for children?

    The above Firemask will fit children as young as 3. Otherwise, there’s one from Mira that totally isn’t scary at all…

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Available Coupons

    Final Thoughts

    Hopefully, this helped you choose the best respiratory protection for your intended use.

    Best Gas Masks
    Best Gas Masks

    For cheap and accessible protection that gets the green light from the CDC:

    Editor's Pick
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    Prices accurate at time of writing

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    If you want to up it to available KN95 masks

    And for full-face and half-face respirators…

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

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    And if you need all the bells and whistles of protection (and shooting ability)…check out MIRA.

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Available Coupons

    Combined with their 20-year shelf-life filter.

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

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    Or their new P3 Virus Filter.

    Best for Viral Threats
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    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Available Coupons

    In a quieter time…

    If you’re doing a general prep bag…or want to be 99.97% protected from general contaminants…get the 3M P100 Disposable Respirators.

    Basic Pick
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    Prices accurate at time of writing

    Available Coupons

    If you’d like a little more protection in a reusable format…get the 3M Half Face Respirator.

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    Prices accurate at time of writing

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    Combined with the 7093 P100 filters with smell reduction.

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    • Commenter Avatar
      John

      "I go over N95 masks further down the list, which are the gold standard but are currently reserved for health professionals. "

      Anyone can buy and have N95 masks, they aren't currently reserved for health professionals. For example (wont let me post a link so you will need to interpret this), wxw DOT wellbefore DOT coxm FORWARD-SLASH collections FORWARD-SLASH niosh-n95

      May 10, 2023 12:21 pm
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      Chuck Cochran

      Before retiring/forced out under disability, I was a HazMat Team member. We were fitted with the Survivair 4000 Full Face Respirators, and issued two. One set up for standard 40mm filter cartridges, and the other with Adaptor for use with the PAPR HEPA Unit. Though I was able to retain my masks, the PAPRs were kept on the Response Vehicle, so I couldn't take it with me.
      95's and 100s are worthless against viruses for the most part. More viruses are smaller than .3 microns than larger.. Considering there's evidence that CoVid may have spread through microdroplet into the eyes (your tears drain right into your nose).
      What's the biggest threat we'll likely face in a SHTF situation? If it's nuclear, we're pretty much screwed unless you live somewhere with zero fallout, and the chance of very long isotope half lifes is very high. If it's chemical, it'll depend on what chemical and the same goes for biological.
      The main reason I see for a mask is use against tear gas and other irritants the corrupt dictatorial government will use against us when they attempt to disarm us.

      February 16, 2023 6:17 pm
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      Allen Pincus

      You should know that the Covid virus is .12 microns. So face masks won’t work. Like cloth, n95 and others.

      February 27, 2022 4:43 pm
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      Ruko

      virus filters???

      February 22, 2022 5:02 pm
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      Unlicensed Bozo

      Yes, came here for beard coverage. Us guys in SWFL are all competing (as it seems) for Ernest Hemingway look-alike contests. Thanks for the article

      February 22, 2022 6:02 am
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      KF

      FYI, the Parcil T-60 and PD-100 masks can use their own proprietary filters, or, if you twist off the filter adapter, they will also take standard 3M bayonet filters

      December 11, 2021 2:50 pm
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      Joseph Brandenburg

      I call BS. I have the O2 tactical mask, and it is ridiculously uncomfortable. It crushes your chin right below your lip if you can get it to seal above the nose. And good luck wearing glasses with it, they are pushed up by the nose ridge. What a joke and waste of $225 x 2. . . and I preordered the damned thing! All hype - and I seriously wonder what troll or dwarf they fitted this thing for. Trying to talk with it on is even more painful. Lesson learned. I DO NOT participate in crowd funding crappola anymore - every single one has been a let down in one way or another.

      October 14, 2021 9:23 pm
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      Jr. Richard Jhon

      Your very own commitment to getting the message throughout came to be rather powerful and have consistently enabled employees just like me to arrive at their desired goals.

      May 10, 2021 6:06 am
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      Albert O. Plascencia

      This is an outstanding post that’s filled with so many useful nuggets. Thank you for being so detailed on 12 Best Gas Masks, Face Masks, Respirators, & Filters .

      March 16, 2021 5:54 am
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      MS

      What is your opinion of the Israeli gas hoods for children ? ( or Mira safety cm-3m)

      February 21, 2021 8:08 pm
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      Jaume Mr. Plumb-Planas

      Check and make sure they don't have the breathing valves, because those aren't effective for coronavirus prevention.

      December 24, 2020 3:20 pm
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      TW

      A nearby industrial complex vents organic solvents. They variously smell like acetone, gasoline vapor, or an organic drying agent. Venting will typically start at about 4am, so It is pretty easy to sleep through and wake up with a headache. 1) Please can someone recommend an inexpensive detector with an alarm? 2) Can someone recommend a half mask that would take carbon filters that would be usable for a week or more without having to change cartridges? Being able to pack both a particle filter and carbon filter, or two carbon cartridges, per side, would be an advantage. 3) Can carbon cartridges be set out, placed in an oven, blown with a hair dryer, or be left in the sun to get them to out gas so that they may be used again? Who sells replacement cartridges for a reasonable price per hour of use? This will probably drive the decision for which new mask to get. 4) And on a bit of a different topic, can a 3M8577 be washed and reused? They seem fine after being carefully washed in the sink with a mild soap and rinse, then dried, but do they still work? Thanks in advance for your considerate replies.

      September 27, 2020 12:07 pm
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        Jessie kowalchuk

        Your best bet would be get a large induct carbon filter and a duct fan and filter the air in your room that way no mask and big carbon filter can 5aje a lot of stuff out of the air and no there's no way to refresh carbon filters other then maybe reactivate them with sodium hydroxide however I'm not certian that would purge the carbon fully or at all good luck

        May 12, 2021 1:45 pm
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      Evan

      Last I heard (I’ve been meaning to get myself one to poke fun at the largely useless mask mandates at my school) the Russian GP-5 gas masks like the one shown under “what not to get” actually reportedly come threaded for 40mm filters so you could theoretically use them with modern NATO filters.

      September 22, 2020 6:19 pm
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        Ben

        Nato filters don't fit. They won't make an airtight seal. Although some nato filters have a standardized thread. You could definitely use them against the virus

        October 28, 2020 5:42 pm
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      JM

      Miras are not actually made by Mira. Someone on reddit did a pretty amazing deconstruction of Mira's claims:

      https://www.reddit.com/r/gasmasks/comments/f1jx7v/on_the_topic_of_mira_safetys_products/

      August 19, 2020 12:44 am
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      Ben

      I bought a Trend Stealth Air for my mother since her school district is reopening later this month and not requiring masks or distancing of any kind. Its N100 rated, very light and comfortable and available on Amazon. I got one for myself as well and would recommend it.

      August 11, 2020 11:06 pm
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      jeff

      The Israeli NATO Surplus Gas Mask is going for $169 on amazon, uhhh no. No way I'm spending that much for a $40 mask so I ordered a Mira, coupon code gave me $50 off.

      July 3, 2020 4:38 am
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        Ben

        Get an mc-1 gas mask with a cff3 filter. Yes, It may be a surplus mask and filter but it still works for some things and is safe.

        October 28, 2020 5:43 pm
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      Donnie

      For all of these filter replaceable masks, what are the guidelines for replacing the filters time frame/use? I have not seen anything so was curious.

      June 14, 2020 8:55 am
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        Ben

        24 hours usually for most filters.

        October 28, 2020 5:44 pm
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      Justin

      I am a freelance photographer and have ended up getting gassed and pepper sprayed on accident while covering the unrest. I have a full mask coming in (SGE 400/3), but it wont be in this weekend. Do you think a respirator and goggles would work as a makeshift? If I have swimming goggles, they should protect my eyes and I am hoping a respirator will protect my rose and mouth. Any thoughts?

      June 4, 2020 7:27 am
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      Name

      O2 Canada Curve 1.2 is not source control! That is, it does not filter the air exiting the one-way valves out, only the incoming air, and by wearing it you do not protect other people from virus transmission. I strongly suggest removing it fro this list Eric. We have a responsibility not just to protect ourselves, but others.

      May 27, 2020 4:53 am
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      Peter

      Thank you for your excellent article. Do the full face mask respirators filter exhaled air? I am asking in case a person is an asymptomatic carrier of COVID-19. If the air is unfiltered, are there any post-market modifications that can be done? Thanks!

      May 20, 2020 9:19 pm
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        Axel

        You can get the Half Mask, Particulate filters (P100 or 7093), and some safety goggles or glasses ( but make sure the glasses have the sealing so nothing gets in. I use this respirator when I'm out shooting photos or when I'm at a the grocery store. One of my friends who works in the emergency room that deals with Covid patients recommends that mask setup if you can find it. Hope this helps!

        May 28, 2020 4:52 pm
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      George

      Wear A Mask Now masks are from a company that failed it's tests. Not FDA approved.

      May 16, 2020 9:00 pm
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      Marty

      Any data available on prescription lenses / glasses capability masks for those of us 4-eyed old ground pounders whose last set of Rx optical inserts for our M17s are long out of focus?

      May 10, 2020 7:47 pm
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        virginia

        glue the lenses on he mask?

        May 24, 2020 11:41 am
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      Jason

      Curve seems to have hit capacity. I ordered in early April. Was order 20,XXX. In early May the website said they were finishing up packing order numbers <10,000

      May 9, 2020 10:10 am
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      Eli

      counldn't you get a new filter for the russian gp-5 surplus mask, and if so it would work right? Also, couldn't you stick cotton fabric in the part where the filter goes and it would be better. Its not supposed to fell good its made to save your butt.

      May 8, 2020 8:59 am
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        Gopnik Supreme

        Cyka, blyat! All you need is a bottle of vodka, semechki, some shell casings/bolts, and a GP-5 and you're good to face all the terrors of the Exclusion Zone.
        I managed to fit a 40mm Israeli tube and a M65 80's filter on my GP-5 ... passed a "crop-dusting" test. Standard cotton rounds for makeup will fit in the tube and even in an original tube to add some grip.
        Only issue with the GP-5 is that it's not made for humid climates as your head can't vent properly. Should be fine as a "temporary" solution with a different filter as you stated ... and a good way to scare the locals during Covid-19.

        August 25, 2020 11:33 am
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        Ben

        Its expired and wont work, also asbestos could still seep through. For your saftey get a standerdized nato filter like an FP-5 or cff3 or get a modern gost filter.

        October 28, 2020 5:46 pm
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      Carlos Mejia

      You failed to cover the Avon FM50, FM53 as well as the MSA Millennium CBRN Riot Control gas masks

      May 5, 2020 10:44 am
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      NeoMatrix

      Hey guy, where you did buy your 5. Russian Surplus Gas Mask and also filter for this?
      This was falsification. This is just falsification. Remember it! Real modern russians gas mask now other - this are similar in appearance to your MIRA Safety CM-6M Gas Mask but also more other special-modded filters for different impurities.
      Sorry, my friend, but you nothing know at russians gas mask.

      April 22, 2020 1:54 am
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      Renat

      Russian Gas Mask Filter Bottom, Yum! --- just remove it!! this is a patch of pack or instruction. :)
      The Filters have equal construction - it is coil dust and filters cloth. and you have the civil variant of this from the 90th.

      April 9, 2020 4:51 am
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      Joshua Kulp

      Just curious, how would you rate the military's M40 promask? You can sometime's get them at Army Surplus stores for fairly cheap.

      April 2, 2020 11:59 pm