Add a Sun Shield (for $29.95) & Receive a Premium Mask Carry Bag
- Premium 3D Mesh Bag for breathability and protection between games
- Featuring top-of-the-line zipper pulls and padded handle for easy transport
Sun Shield
- Reduce the glare from the sun and stadium lights. Made of strong, shatter-resistant materials and designed to fit perfectly in your Force3 Traditional Defender Mask.
Add a Sun Shield (for $29.95) & Receive a Premium Mask Carry Bag
- Premium 3D Mesh Bag for breathability and protection between games
- Featuring top-of-the-line zipper pulls and padded handle for easy transport
Sun Shield
- Reduce the glare from the sun and stadium lights. Made of strong, shatter-resistant materials and designed to fit perfectly in your Force3 Traditional Defender Mask.
Add a Sun Shield and a Pro Harness & Receive 10% Off on your mask purchase
- Stays put with padded and stretchy neoprene fabric with incredible give and memory
- Long lasting rubber dots cover entire inner harness, providing unbeatable grip to your skull cap
Traditional in looks only:
The FORCE3 Traditional Defender Mask is on the cutting-edge of innovation and player safety.
This finely tuned mechanical device has been masterfully engineered, tried, tested, and trusted by players and umpires at every level around the world.
An Official Catcher’s Mask Partner of the MLBPA, FORCE3 Pro Gear is seen all over the major leagues and is permanently enshrined in the Baseball Hall of Fame where it is proudly recognized as the first real evolution to the catcher’s mask in over 100 years.
It's time that you join the movement and start using:
The one with the springs.
FORCE3 GAME-CHANGERS:
- Patented dual mask S3 Shock Suspension System® significantly reduces the force of frontal impacts
- Independently tested by one of four National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE) approved testing facilities in the world
- NOCSAE tests showed that the FORCE3 Defender Mask drastically reduced G-Force levels from 70mph softball and 100mph baseball impacts and established the Defender as the clear-cut leader in sports equipment safety.*
- Tubular alloy construction is incredibly strong and lightweight, keeping the mask at only 28 ounces and making it our lightest mask ever
- Single bar construction provides an unrestricted view of the field
- Powder-coated for superior finish, the Defender comes in more colors than ever before
- Includes completely adjustable, heavy duty nylon harness built with stretch fabric to keep mask snug and in place at all times
- Padding is lined in DuPont™ Kevlar®. It is an integral part of Force3’s Patented S3 Shock Suspension System for force dispersion
- Highly-engineered and tested high-impact memory foam surrounds the Kevlar® for ultimate comfort
- BUILT TO LAST – Pad system is covered with synthetic leather for protection from damaging UV rays, entire interior is also encapsulated in a plastic coating to repel sweat and prolong the life of the mask
- A band of top-grade genuine leather insert holds mask firmly in place and increases breathability where mask touches skin
- Entire mask is designed to counterbalance the S3 Shock Suspension System® making the Defender feel even lighter than it actually is
- Every Traditional Defender Mask includes a Defender Mask Harness - constructed with heavy-duty nylon and stretch elastic around the head for a safe and secure fit
- One size fits most
WHY DUPONT™ KEVLAR®?
PROVEN PROTECTION - Kevlar® has been used by law enforcement and the military for decades
ABRASION & PUNCTURE RESISTANCE - Kevlar® fiber boosts impact abrasion resistance, lessens wear, provides puncture protection and tear resistance
LIGHTWEIGHT - Kevlar® fiber is five times stronger than steel (on an equal weight basis), providing lightweight strength without sacrificing performance or protection
STRONG & RUGGED - Kevlar® fiber maintains its high-performance qualities, like tensile strength, even after repeated stress and strain
IMPORTANT PRODUCT INFORMATION:
The FORCE3 Traditional Defender Mask is a highly engineered mechanical device. Please ensure you always adhere to the following instructions:
1) For optimal performance the FORCE3 Pro Gear Traditional Defender Mask must NOT be worn loose. It must be fitted properly and snug to your face/head.
2) Under no circumstances should you use any accessories other than those designed by FORCE3 Pro Gear for specific use with your Defender Mask. Every component is designed to work together to provide you with the best protection when withstanding an impact.
3) You must inspect your mask after every impact to ensure it is in its original, intact condition. If there are any questions or concerns, please do not wear the mask and contact us immediately at support@force3progear.com.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS: Wipe with damp cloth as needed.
*NOCSAE does not have standards for traditional masks, and as such these masks have not been certified as compliant with NOCSAE standards.
* *Due to the nature of our DuPont™ Kevlar®-lined Foam Padding, our Traditional Mask Pads could take a few days of use before contouring to your chin for a custom fit
At FORCE3 PRO GEAR our mission is to develop and deliver uncompromised safety from head-to-toe. Our products undergo strict third-party testing and we listen to the valuable feedback of our MLB pros and customers.
As such, from time to time we make minor modifications to ensure optimal safety and performance for our FORCE3 PRO GEAR products. Please be assured that what you are purchasing is the most up-to-date, technologically advanced version we offer.
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FAQs
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SIZING: I’m not sure what size I need. How do I figure that out?To ensure that our products work exactly as described, please take a look at our SIZE CHARTS and make sure you get the perfect fit.
SHIPPING AND DELIVERY: When will my item ship? How much will it cost? Do you ship internationally?All your shipping and delivery questions will be answered by checking out our FREE SHIPPING OVER $50 policy.
RETURNS & EXCHANGES: What’s your return policy?We understand the importance of a perfect fit. That’s why we came up with our Return Policy. Check it out to learn more!
RETURNS & EXCHANGES: Why haven’t I received my refund yet?It may take your banking institution 7-10 business days to process your refund. Please contact them directly if you do not receive your refund.
WARRANTY: Some of this equipment is going to take a serious beating. What’s your warranty policy?On the rare occasion that our gear doesn’t hold up to its normal workload, we offer a 1-year warranty (from the date of original purchase) against manufacturer’s defects. Click here to learn more about our 1 YEAR WARRANTY.
Still have questions?No problem. Send us an email at support@force3progear.com and we will respond as quickly as we can.
- SPECS AND SIZING
Your best bet is to SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER and get your name in our lineup! Not only do you get exclusive new product previews and front-of-the-line access to upcoming promotions, you’ll also receive 20% OFF your next purchase! Want more? SIGN UP TO RECEIVE TEXT MESSAGE communications from us, and get another 20% off on your second purchase!
To ensure that our products work exactly as described, please take a look at our SIZE CHARTS and make sure you get the perfect fit.
All your shipping and delivery questions will be answered by checking out our FREE SHIPPING OVER $50 policy.
We understand the importance of a perfect fit. That’s why we came up with our Return Policy. Check it out to learn more!
It may take your banking institution 7-10 business days to process your refund. Please contact them directly if you do not receive your refund.
On the rare occasion that our gear doesn’t hold up to its normal workload, we offer a 1-year warranty (from the date of original purchase) against manufacturer’s defects. Click here to learn more about our 1 YEAR WARRANTY.
No problem. Send us an email at support@force3progear.com and we will respond as quickly as we can.
Very pleased with my Silver Force 3 with Black Pads includingthe sunburst visor. I feel very secure behind the plate using this type of mask. The safety exceeds the weight of the mask.
Perfect
My son loves this mask. Great protection. Looks great. And he loves how it fits!
I went with royal cage, red pads and blue mirror shied with the pro harness. Looks so awesome and patriotic. Fits perfect. Haven’t taken a shot to the face yet but had another umpire tell me this mask was the only way to go. The deluxe bag is super nice also. Great company! I’m going to order the field mask for my daughter now to use at softball.
My son has many and he is still the first choice
I had to update my sun shield. They are so useless.
My order was correct and came within a reasonable amount of time! It was easy to install and I’m ready to go next spring!!
Great protection and fitting
EXCELENTE
Makes my mask look brand new
I umpire high school baseball and feel like this is a really high quality mask. Some fellow umpires have felt it and say they prefer the weight of their lighter mask. I don’t notice the weight and have worked tournaments where I was behind the plate for 4 games, no issues. I’ve taken several foul balls and a whiffed pitch or 2 and never had an issue until last night. I did take a foul ball to the top corner that I felt for sure but shook it off just fine. When I got back to the car I had a little knot and bruise on the left side of my forehead. Maybe the same would have happened with any other mask, maybe it would have been worse. Who knows?
I do have complete trust in this mask. I feel it’s the most protective one out there and it provides for great vision behind the plate.
Great
Very nice and cool
Way better than regular mask
Very comfortable
Incredible mask. Definitely recommend for all umpires.
Absolutely worth every dime. Recommend for all umpires
Good
By far worth the money
My son really like the way it shades his eyes from natural light but ing and sunlight.
Great look. Not as easy to replace them however, that’s because high-level protection comes with a little bit of work.
Pads are very stiff and wrinkle when installed. I prefer a leather pad.
Due to the nature of our DuPont™ Kevlar®-lined Foam Padding, our Traditional Mask Pads could take a few days of use before contouring to your chin for a custom fit.
Excellent replacements for my mask.
Very good sun protection… I was using other color and replace ir
I ordered the Gray by accident and had it changed to Silver well before it was shipped.
Anyhow, I love the fact you can pretty much have any color combinations you’d want! Getting the silver pads to go with the silver mask was an easy decision. It not only makes the mask so attractive, it also helps deflect the heat that Vegas is known for.
My only concern is the jaw pad is tan and black.I wanted and thought I ordered all black.
Hi Aaron,
Sorry to read this. Please email support at force3progear.com. Our team will be happy to assist you.
Great Mask with a great padding
Top notch equipment on sale.
Defender mask is a little heavier than my current one which will take some getting used to.
Soft on the skin and comfortable over all, doesn’t seem as solid as the xs3 helmet pads but still feels like it provides good protection.
I ordered the defender traditional mask as well as the gold sun visor, for some reason it selected the yellow visor and that was the one I received. I contacted Force3 support and was met with excellent customer service where they offered to send me the correct visor no questions asked. I applaud Force3 for how easy this process was and how committed to customer service they are
The mask my son has been using for years is excellent
