{"id":27192,"date":"2023-10-13T11:09:50","date_gmt":"2023-10-13T09:09:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/?p=27192"},"modified":"2024-10-13T12:37:47","modified_gmt":"2024-10-13T10:37:47","slug":"pro-function-balaclava","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/en\/pro-function-balaclava\/","title":{"rendered":"Pro-Function Balaclava"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>By chance, I came across this mask during a CONCAMO photoshoot. I was immediately taken with it and had to have it.<\/em><br \/>\nThis balaclava from the German company <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pro-function.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pro-Function<\/a> fits well and has several features:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Material: 62% PA BodyFresh, 36% Polypropylene, 20% Elastane<\/li>\n<li>Colors: Black or Stone Gray Olive<\/li>\n<li>Woven POLICE, CUSTOMS, or JUSTICE logo available<\/li>\n<li>Woven mesh structure in the mouth-nose and ear areas<\/li>\n<li>No pressure or chafing points thanks to flatlock stitching<\/li>\n<li>Made in Europe<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The mask fits well and is comfortable to wear for long periods. The flat seam on the forehead doesn\u2019t crease, and I haven\u2019t had any pressure points.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-21397\" src=\"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4966.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4966.jpg 2500w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4966-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4966-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4966-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4966-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4966-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2500px) 100vw, 2500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>At the ears and mouth, it has a more open, mesh-like design.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-21399\" src=\"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4968.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4968.jpg 2500w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4968-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4968-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4968-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4968-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4968-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2500px) 100vw, 2500px\" \/><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>This allows for easier breathing.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-21401\" src=\"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4970.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4970.jpg 2500w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4970-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4970-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4970-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4970-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4970-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2500px) 100vw, 2500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The front of the neck and back of the neck are long enough to provide good coverage.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-21403\" src=\"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4974.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4974.jpg 2500w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4974-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4974-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4974-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4974-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4974-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2500px) 100vw, 2500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Around the eyes, there\u2019s an opening with an elastic band.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-21376\" src=\"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_6522.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_6522.jpg 2500w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_6522-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_6522-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_6522-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_6522-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_6522-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2500px) 100vw, 2500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You can also wear the mask like a neck gaiter, though I find this style a bit too tight for prolonged use. But I have a big head.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-21405\" src=\"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4978.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4978.jpg 2500w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4978-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4978-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4978-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4978-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_4978-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2500px) 100vw, 2500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The opening is large enough to pull the mask over a CBRN mask with a filter.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-22282\" src=\"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_0666-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_0666-1.jpg 2500w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_0666-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_0666-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_0666-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_0666-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/ON_0666-1-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2500px) 100vw, 2500px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Infrared<\/h2>\n<p>I photographed this mask in daylight at 720nm wavelength with a modified DSLR camera. The jacket is the DNA Alpha in Flecktarn with IR camo print, and the pants are original Multicam.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-22291\" src=\"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG_9710_720nm_LR.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2250\" height=\"1500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG_9710_720nm_LR.jpg 2250w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG_9710_720nm_LR-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG_9710_720nm_LR-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG_9710_720nm_LR-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG_9710_720nm_LR-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ripperkon.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/MG_9710_720nm_LR-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2250px) 100vw, 2250px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Odor Development<\/strong><br \/>\nIn terms of odor, I was able to wear the mask for about three days in the fall. We\u2019ll see how quickly it develops odor in the summer. The thin material dries quickly after washing, making it easy to wash in the evening in a sink.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Comfort<\/strong><br \/>\nThe mask is comfortable to wear. Even in temperatures around 20\u00b0C, I\u2019ve had no issues. I\u2019ll wear it more this summer to update this review.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Issue with Flames<\/strong><br \/>\nThis mask is not an FR model, but Pro-Function also offers FR balaclavas.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Police Insignia<\/strong><br \/>\nThis mask is also available with POLICE, CUSTOMS, or other insignia.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><br \/>\nI really enjoy using this mask because it has maintained its elasticity for a long time. It securely covers the face and keeps long hair out of the way.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-element\"><h4 class=\"cta-small-title\">Triple-Action<\/h4><h2 class=\"cta-title\">Pro-Function Balaclava<\/h2><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripleaction.de\/pro-function-sturmhaube\/\" target=\"_blank\">See Product<\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By chance, I came across this mask during a CONCAMO photoshoot. 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