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Korean fire helmet

The Korean Firefighter Helmet: a helmet for brave firefighters

Being a firefighter is an admirable endeavor that really does put your life at risk, heat from the blaze alone could singe my skin and sparks would rain down like blazing hail. To keep themselves safe, firefighters wear specific hats and for Korea it is a kind of hat called the Korean fire helmet.

A Transformation from Past to Present

The history of the Korean fire helmet can be traced to as early as the Joseon dynasty. At first, it was used by government officers to put out fire. The helmet resembled nothing so much as a broad-brimmed straw hat made out of leather, designed to protect the head and face from flames. However, over time the Korean fire helmet was developed into a more modern design with hard plastic shell which enclosed most of head and adjustable visor moved up or down.

Straws, Fire Helmets or Slicers

A Korean fire helmet has many parts that collaboratively help the firefighters to a safe side. It is the tough shell used as an outer layer to protect your head from above debris etc. The helmet sitting on a head being secured by the inside of what is essentially an egg shell. Chin strap, on the other hand, is responsible for keeping the helmet in place and fitting even during those most fierce moments. The visor also offers protection from smoke, sparks and heat by acting as a shield in front of the face & eyes.

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