Galvion
Batlskin Caiman Ballistic Helmet
Premium ballistic helmet from Galvion. Modified NIJ 0106.01/IIIA shell rated against .357 SIG and .44 Magnum, 1.47-1.92 lb shell weight, and 2.33-2.89 lb system weight by size.
Quick Specs
- Price
- $1,995
- Weight
- N/A
- Brand
- Galvion
- Category
- helmet
Features
- •Modified NIJ 0106.01/IIIA certification
- •Stops .357 SIG and .44 Magnum
- •Shell weight: 1.47-1.92 lb by size
- •System weight: 2.33-2.89 lb by size
- •Galvion modular ear/face protection compatible
- •Wilcox L4 Series shroud + rail system
- •Base colors: $1,995; Multicam: $2,050
Overview
The Galvion Batlskin Caiman is the premium ballistic helmet from Galvion, the company that absorbed Revision in 2021 and continued the Caiman line under its current branding. It is a strong option for buyers who want something other than Team Wendy or Ops-Core.
Certification is a modified NIJ 0106.01/IIIA test that adds .357 SIG and .44 Magnum threat coverage, which is a meaningful step up from baseline NIJ IIIA. Shell weight is 1.47 lb (small) to 1.92 lb (XL) depending on size, which makes the Caiman one of the lighter premium ballistic shells available. Complete-system weight with rails, retention, and liner lands competitive with the EXFIL Ballistic and FAST SF.
The differentiator is Galvion's modular ear and face protection ecosystem. The Caiman accepts bolt-on ear covers and face shields purpose-built for the helmet, addressing the fragmentation-coverage gap many premium high-cut shells leave open. The Wilcox L4 Series shroud and rail system gives the helmet a modern NVG and accessory interface out of the box. Multicam adds about $55 to the base price. Atomic Defense and Galvion direct are the primary purchase channels.
Key Features
- Modified NIJ 0106.01/IIIA certification (+.357 SIG, +.44 Mag)
- Shell weight 1.47-1.92 lb by size
- System weight 2.33-2.89 lb by size
- Galvion modular ear and face protection ecosystem
- Wilcox L4 Series shroud and rail system
- Continuation of the original Revision Caiman line
- Multicam and standard color options
Pros
- +Threat coverage extends beyond baseline NIJ IIIA
- +Light shell for a premium ballistic helmet
- +Modular ear and face protection closes a high-cut gap
- +ARC rails accept the full FAST accessory ecosystem
Cons
- −Less aftermarket adoption than Ops-Core or Team Wendy
- −Galvion direct lead times can be longer than Atomic Defense
- −Multicam upcharge
- −Modular accessories add cost and weight quickly
Detailed Specifications
- protection
- Modified NIJ 0106.01/IIIA (incl .357 SIG, .44 Mag)
- shellWeight
- 1.47-1.92 lb by size
- systemWeight
- S 2.33 lb, M 2.38 lb, L 2.49 lb, XL 2.71 lb, XXL 2.89 lb
- rails
- Wilcox L4 Series rail system
- shroud
- Wilcox L4 Series shroud
- modular
- Galvion ear/face protection compatible
- origin
- Made in USA
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