[mcguyver]

Kevlar has a lifespan, in fact, on real gun forums, anything that is expired can not be sold as armour. In order to sell it, you must prove its age in pictures. Kevlar is a polymer that has been shown to deteriorate with age and UV, so the protective capacity can be compromised.

If you are buying for look and feel, anyone will do. If you need it for protection, like for the guys who do tactical training (some courses require armour), you need current and rated protection.

That being said, there are few options in-country for ballistic helmets for civilians, as each province has armour legislation. In Alberta, the only way a civilian can purchase or possess armour in any form (helmet or body, soft or hard) is to have a valid PAL and use Exemption (F) of the Body Armour Control Act. Then, you can look at companies like Line Of Fire, CTOMS, SRS Tactical and a few of the smaller tactical suppliers. Even with your exemption, some companies may not want to deal with you.

CTOMS had the Ops-Core ballistic until recall, snd they carry they Crye Airframe. Call Rick there and speak to him, or send him an e-mail.