I would love to see that helmet front on, I spent many a night talking to Mickey about what I would like to see. The biggest being they need to be wider at the base/tube area than current models. As for weathering i had to give mine a fair amount due to a repaired crack in the chest armour, I would say yours is fine, however I would suggest carrying on as you are and take photos when kitted up, if you then feel it needs to be heavier do it then, its always easier to add than remove.