While come collectors love the mini and micro football helmets that are available for the NFL teams still others will not accept anything less than full size models that look just like those worn on game day. To these collectors the smaller scaled down versions are just kid’s toys and not the real deal.

For these collectors there are still options such as do they want the authentic Pro Line helmets which are the actual game day models worn by the players on the field. Or do they want to collect the deluxe replica versions of these NFL full size helmets, which are just like the game day Pro Line models but not intended for actual competitive play.

Either one you choose these helmets will cost more than the smaller scaled down versions and they will of course take up more room for the collector to display since they are larger. But for the collector these NFL helmets are one of the most sought after pieces of sports memorabilia.

Whether you choose to display your helmets as they come or if you choose to combine helmet collecting with that of collecting the autographs of players both types of full size helmet is perfect for the job. Many autograph collectors feel that for NFL players having them sign their team helmet is the ultimate in sports collectibles. Since the helmet is the one piece of gear that is so team specific with the color schemes and team decals that when signed by the player you have a unique item that cannot be totally duplicated.

Whether you are looking at the replica full size NFL helmets or the Pro Line models both include the details of internal padding, chinstrap, and steel facemask. The difference of course is the Riddell Pro Line helmets are the actual game day helmets with the same built in safety features, which protect the heads of all the players in the NFL.