I started wearing my Cairns 1010 Deluxe (i think it was a Deluxe?) when promoted to captain in 1986 and have worn both 1010s and 1044s and other than a leather New Yorker or a leather Houston, I would not wear any other structural firefighting helmet out there! Went into the fire service in 1980 and it is 2022 and still, I put my 1044 on probably 8 to 10 or more times a shift often wearing it for hours without a problem!!! Compared to other helmets in the price range I would not consider any other helmet but Cairns 1010 or 1044!!!

It's a good helmet for a traditional style helmet. Although not heavy, it is front-heavy, and I spend a lot of time pushing it back. I don't know if it's because of the Defender eye shield or what, but I went back to wearing the Cairns 664, which is lighter and better balanced (I even switched from a leather shield to a Taylor's Tins shield to lighten the front, but it still kept pulling forward despite having the ratchet tight, and the chinstrap fastened correctly. Oh well, at least it looks cool on my wall.

This is the second 1044 that I have used. I had to replace the first one because of department policy. We have to replace helmets after 10 years. My first 1044 lasted that entire time and is probably still good to go! This new 1044 is comfortable and still looks very traditional. The defender system is the way to go! Great helmet!

I have used a lot helmets and this one is my favorite by far. I have had 4 of the 1044. It sits well on my head. I am an instructor for the state and use one in live fire weekly and it is holding up really well. None of my other helmets have lasted this well. I also use one on the line and it is super comfortable and is very versatile. My favorite helmet yet and the price is good point.

Great construction, low fit, and the defenders are excellent for extrications - always there. Too close a fit for those with glasses (tested by my four-eyed buddies) - the defenders drop either on top or behind eyeglasses. Really nice helmet

I've had my 1044 for six years and it is still going strong. This helmet is reasonably comfortable and balanced. It does feel heavy on the head and neck after a while. This helmet is very durable and heat resistant. I have experienced degradation of turnout gear due to heat and the helmet come out untouched. I would recommend this helmet. The eagle holding the leather front on could be made better, it bends easily.

this Hemet is very comfortable and light wait just got mine today all ready got a lot of likes for it on face book im glad I did my research on this helmet and asked other guys I know that use them

I use the helmet for all my fire stuff

I use it to fight fire Its great n lightweight helmet Awesome n nice looks