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Why don't special forces members wear helmets in TV shows?

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In any kind of video medium like a movie or TV show that doesn't take the time or effort to get the gear or mannerisms of Special Operations Forces correct, you'll see tons of errors (for example, soldiers walking around with their fingers on the trigger of their weapon). read more

Special Forces members do wear helmets while on operations. Also eye and ear protection. They don’t wear these essential items in movies because they look cool in ball caps and without eye protection. The only time SOF guys do wear caps ( at least in my experience) is during non live fire training exercises for foreign elements. read more

Because the special forces need a helmet to easily move easily. If you have that large helmet limiting movement, weighing more, and being uncomfortable, then it's not a good mix. It needs to be able to flow comfortably. read more

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