Kelly McNary

Riddell Umpire Mask Black in color: recently powder coated by Tony at Mask-it Sports. Looks similar to RIDDELL mask from 1990’s Will sell and ship in the USA. IMG_0820.mov

Riddell Umpire Mask Black in color: recently powder coated by Tony at Mask-it Sports. Looks similar to RIDDELL mask from 1990’s Will sell and ship in the USA. IMG_0820.mov

I actually bought this old Wilson mask on ebay. I cut out the gussets on the interior part of the throat guard. The protective ear “wings” stayed as is. I sent it to Tony to get it powder coated. Pads are HONIGS. Harness is Champro. I sold the mask to an umpire in CA. He wanted the cage only.

I’m happy with the retrofit CP padding Michael and his team put together for me. The construction is superb. Material is cut and sewn very professionally. His team does great work! I was hit by a low 70’s HS fastball and a low 80’s college fastball. No trouble presented. I feel extremely confident wearing my CP. During my next college series, I should see some mid 80’s fastballs. I will update you if I take another hit.

I had Michael and his partners retrofit my Wilson CP, and I love it. The materials used are superb compared to the original Wilson padding and protection offered is awesome! I’ve taken hits in upper level HS games and College games and have felt nothing except a very weak sounding thud. I’m thrilled with my “new” protector.

DOUGLAS out of Houston, TX, is a possibility.

I really like the look of the chopped MAG💯

I’m a recent purchaser of the Belgard umpire mask pads. I hear some of you say you like them for both looks and safety. Others say they like the looks, but the pads might not be as safe as ALL-Star mag pads or TW pads. My question is does anyone know of any testing that’s been done for the Belgard pads? I have the W style pads. They are extremely comfortable. Any comments would be appreciated. Thanks in advance!

Thanks for the information! I will attempt to make an account and take into consideration Google Translate.

Is Samurai Gears still a company that is open to the public? I would like to know how to access it. I tried, but all information presented on the site is in a foreign language.

Thank you all for your input. I think there could be more coming. Maybe a correct interpretation will be given to us. Maybe it already has been done. Regardless, I appreciate everyone’s input!! Kelly

Game played under OBR rules.

I’m curious to know if this is a legal windup and pitch. I see no advantage gained by this, but the pitcher does lift his pivot foot high off the rubber before he puts it back down in front of the rubber to pitch. IMG_2571.MOV

US seller

dumb dumb, Thank you kindly for your post and quality information! Much………….appreciated! You just might have cleared the air! Kelly MadMax, I bought it on eBay. Kelly

dumb dumb, Thank you kindly for your post and quality information! Much………….appreciated! You just might have cleared the air! Kelly

Matt, After looking at the patent number, Any idea the brand?

I am not sure. I re-tried the magnet. I felt zero pull/sticking coming from it.

Patent Numbers are as follows: USA: 6.497.773B1 Taiwan: 153955

Magnet will not stick to mask. Yes, bars do have some flatness. MadMax, thank you for your thorough and precise investigation of the mask. I will try to post a better picture of the patent number.

Fellow umpires, I’m trying to find out what this Wilson mask is made of, maybe titanium, but it’s black in color. It weighs 13 oz. It’s a standard view, not a low profile view. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you! I Kelly

Details Ultra-lightweight superior molded magnesium frame with flat bars around sight openings to provide ideal field vision Weighs 16.8 oz.; 7% lighter than traditional masks Ergo-fit pads encompassed with memory foam that allows for the most comfortable and lightest fit on the market Intergrated ear and throat extensions for additional protection One size fits most Brand New! $100.00 shipped!