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Schutt

Schutt is an American maker of American football helmets, shoulder pads and protective gear. AFG lists nine of its products. The F7 line accounts for six helmets: the F7 AiR, the F7 AiR Elite, the F7 Pro, the older F7 2.0, plus the F7 AiR Youth and F7 AiR Youth Elite for younger players. The XV series includes two adult shoulder pads, the XV Flux Skill and XV Flux All-Purpose, and the XV Varsity rib protector. Our product pages set out the data Schutt publishes, the NOCSAE certification of the helmets and, where one exists, the Virginia Tech rating together with the year it was measured.

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About Schutt

Schutt began in 1918 in Litchfield, Illinois, where Bill Schutt made basketball goals and line markers. In 1935 the company produced the first American football facemask. In December 2020 the company operating the brand went into liquidation, and a few days later Schutt was bought by Innovatus Capital Partners. It now belongs to Certor Sports, which also owns VICIS, and has been headquartered in Plainfield, Indiana, since October 2021.

Schutt products in our catalogue

Schutt appears on AFG with two families: the F7 helmets and the XV series (shoulder pads and rib protector).

F7 helmets

  • F7 AiR: the line's main adult helmet in 2026, replacing the F7 2.0. One-size shell, AiR-Lock inflatable liner and RFLX-S impact layer. Rated 5 stars by Virginia Tech (score 0.92, measured in 2025).
  • F7 AiR Elite: the same base as the F7 AiR, supplied with a titanium facemask, a visor and ANKR Locks. No separate entry in the Virginia Tech ratings.
  • F7 Pro: flagship model announced in May 2025, with a DNA CORE 3D-printed lattice. Not tested by Virginia Tech.
  • F7 2.0: older model discontinued after the F7 AiR came out, still in stock at some retailers. Rated 5 stars (score 1.35, measured in 2022).
  • F7 AiR Youth and F7 AiR Youth Elite: youth versions, rated 5 stars in the youth ratings (scores 0.95 and 0.81, measured in 2025).

The XV series

  • XV Flux Skill: split-back arch shoulder pads for quarterbacks, receivers and defensive backs.
  • XV Flux All-Purpose: full-arch shoulder pads for players who take more contact.
  • XV Varsity Rib Protector: rib protector that attaches to XV Varsity shoulder pads.

Both shoulder pads use Flux padding, a breathable 5/8 in closed-cell foam.

How to choose within the Schutt range

For a helmet, start with the player's level (adult or youth), then the equipment you want: the Elite adds a titanium facemask and a visor to the AiR base. The Virginia Tech ratings help with comparisons, bearing in mind the measurement year and the models that have not been tested. For shoulder pads, the position decides: the Skill cut for speed positions, the All-Purpose cut for broader coverage. Measure shoulder width before choosing a size.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Schutt F7 AiR and the F7 2.0?

The F7 AiR replaces the F7 2.0: according to Schutt, production of the F7 2.0 stopped after the F7 AiR was released. The F7 2.0 is still in stock at some retailers.

Does Schutt also make shoulder pads?

Yes. AFG lists two XV series shoulder pads, the XV Flux Skill and the XV Flux All-Purpose, as well as the XV Varsity rib protector that attaches to them.

How long has Schutt been around?

Since 1918. The company was set up in Litchfield, Illinois, and produced the first American football facemask in 1935.