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$490.00 FG-5000 - Full Face
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Winning Open Face
Updated: April 2026
Editor Score 8.00/10
Premium Open Face Sparring Intermediate
$285
Prices vary by retailer and size.
Material High-quality artificial leather
Closure Velcro
Origin Japan · Made in Japan
Protection
Ear: ✓
Nose: ✗
Color
Performance Metrics
Cheek Protection
6/10
Chin Protection
Open chin (by design)
Top Protection
8/10
Visibility
10/10
Fit & Adjustability
8/10
Durability
9/10
Value
8/10
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Bottom Line
Winning's most accessible - $285, fully open face, 10/10 visibility, Velcro closure. The entry point to Japanese quality, in Red or Blue only.
Strong price-to-performance for its tier.
Where to Buy
Intended Use
Who This Is For
The Winning Open Face is the entry point to the Winning lineup - combining the brand's high-quality artificial leather construction on the crown, sides, and ears with a completely open face for maximum visibility. It is the choice for fighters who want Winning's protection quality at the top of the head and around the ears, but who spar in conditions where visibility and breathability matter more than face coverage. At $285 it is the most accessible Winning by a significant margin - roughly $155 less than the Cheek Protector and $280 less than the FG-2900. The velcro closure and S/M/L sizing makes it simpler to fit without a training partner. Only Red and Blue are available, and it is built to order with a 60–180 day production window - plan well in advance. For fighters who want Winning quality without the full Winning price commitment, this is the realistic entry.
Who It's Not For
- Those needing cheek or face protection
- Fighters wanting immediate delivery
- Those wanting colour options beyond Red/Blue
Pros & Cons
Pros
- The most affordable Winning headgear - $285 vs $440+ for the Cheek Protector
- Winning quality artificial leather on top, sides, and ears - same brand quality DNA
- Completely open face delivers a perfect 10 for visibility - nothing obscures your sightlines
- Velcro closure and S/M/L sizing - easier to put on alone vs lace-up models
- Lightest Winning headgear - crown/ear/temple coverage without face bulk
- 2–5 year lifespan with regular use
Cons
- Only two colours: Red and Blue
- Open face = no cheek, chin, or nose protection
- On-demand production: 60–180 day lead time - not a buy-and-train-tomorrow option
- Only 3 size runs (S, M, L) vs 4 (M, L, 2L, 3L) on the full-face and cheek models
- At $285, still more expensive than comparable open-face models from Cleto Reyes ($209.99)
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