Will this unit seal for those of us that wear a full beard?
1412680
I am in that category of having full facial hair and it has worked quite well for me, I can even wear my glasses. There is an internal nose and mouth section which seals nicely around that area. When inhaling the seal intensifies around your nose and mouth and does not draw ambient air into the vision part of the mask. When exhaling you can forcibly cause a leak in the nose mouth section to cause positive pressure in the vision section thus expelling any unwanted gasses. but with no pressure gradient gasses don't generally find their way in. The six point strapping allows for tightening uniformly around your face. Although I have had no trouble, and it is impossible to produce a perfect seal with hair involved, the gasses are generally expelled rather than drawn in. I hope this helps.
1412681
No it will defiantly not seal with a beard. You will need to shave it all off first.
1412682
From a bearded fellow: depends on how you define 'seal' and for what job. If you need it airtight, you have to shave (or find a full helmet solution so that the air seal is not to your beard). However, if you're just looking to minimize fumes while painting or something, this does a good job of that. I chose to shave when dealing with a possible asbestos abatement project, but now that I'm done with the nasty stuff I will wear this mask over my beard when painting or bleaching the bathroom or stuff like that, and it prevents the smells very well. If I were working with life-threatening or truly nasty stuff though, I would (and did) definitely shave. From a bearded fellow: depends on how you define 'seal' and for what job. If you need it airtight, you have to shave (or find a full helmet solution so that the air seal is not to your beard). However, if you're just looking to minimize fumes while painting or something, this does a good job of that. I chose to shave when dealing with a possible asbestos abatement project, but now that I'm done with the nasty stuff I will wear this mask over my beard when painting or bleaching the bathroom or stuff like that, and it prevents the smells very well. If I were working with... » Read More From a bearded fellow: depends on how you define 'seal' and for what job. If you need it airtight, you have to shave (or find a full helmet solution so that the air seal is not to your beard). However, if you're just looking to minimize fumes while painting or something, this does a good job of that. I chose to shave when dealing with a possible asbestos abatement project, but now that I'm done with the nasty stuff I will wear this mask over my beard when painting or bleaching the bathroom or stuff like that, and it prevents the smells very well. If I were working with life-threatening or truly nasty stuff though, I would (and did) definitely shave. « Show Less
1412683
it should - while not a bearded man myself - the straps can be drawn very tight.
1412684
Unfortunately, no it will not have a complete seal if you have facial hair.
1412685
I have a full beard but I keep trimed to between a quarter inch and a half inch long and I haven't had any problem with it sealing up. I have also found it to be an incredible value it is a very very nice piece of equipment, highly recommended!
1957613
I have a goatee and I use this respirator...it seems to work fine (I always block the vents and try to breathe in before using), though I can occasionally smell faint odors while wearing it, whether it's paint, solvents, or residual cooking smells. So you can take that for whatever it's worth.
908414
Yes sir. It'll do any beard (above and below the belt) without any bodily damage.
538325
don't know as i keep the three attachments in my cabinet. i only use the adjustable attachment to trim my beard. sorry i can't help but the picture suggests that they all fit.
942406
This is used to condition and tame a beard. it will not make your beard thicker, sorry.
333528
Sure will. I don't have a real heavy beard but l get about a month out of a single blade. I use a triple edge razor so it took a little while to figure it out. Hope this helps.
2057796
No doubt, the seals are snug. I have to bear-hug mine and work it from both ends back and forth using the light gay clips until it lifts. I am ok with this if it means no leaks!
85979
I doubt any mask will seal effectively a large mustached guy. The Cressi mask is an excellent one for field of view. However, in your case you may need to occasionally apply a little pressure to the top of the mask with your finger (while looking upwards) and blow some air through your nose to expel water when it seeps in. The price you have to pay for your manly looks ;)
1690796
I haven't had that problem. I have noticed it works a little better if you apply while your beard is damp.
530034
I have a mustash and goatee works fine. For snorkeling remember it does not cover your nose. You will need a nose clip or different mask.
1799344
I haven't personally tried this, but I can see no reason that it wouldn't work just fine. This device just moves your lower jaw forward a bit to help open the airway, but I do not think it will prevent a good fit/seal with the CPAP device. I'm using the device in order to prevent having to use the CPAP.
592271
i do not see any issues because it has an edge shaver on the back, and you can get a close shave by turning it. the edger you can fix the limits of your beard
1574265
Yea I think so. It gets pretty close for a trimmer it would work well to shape the edges of a beard. I feel like I remember it coming with guards too (so you can trim the length of the beard) but I did buy it a while ago so I might be mistaken.
1905534
No of course not. Totally genetic. But some words of comfort for ya! If you can't grow a beard, you will keep your hair on your head longer than those with a face full of hair! That has been proven! So don't sweat it! The beard fad will pass, but not the full head of hair!
1512435
I ready don't know. I bought mines strickly for my beard. However I imagine you could. It's a hair trimmer. Best investment I made.
604356
No. If you can settle for tan look here: M-D 43820 Kerf-style Door Bottom Seal. Note seals are two tubes and one finger, not all fingers as shown here. Cheers!
22806
If you know what you are doing (we really don't - yet!) I'd say yes. My measure as to if the barber cut it short enough is, if my shirts get hung up on the stubble, it's short enough. I get that with this unit. Hope it helps!