I’m Vaccinated but Still Want to Wear a Mask. What Pro Wrestler Mask is Best?
If you’re over the age of 12 and in the United States of America, if you want a COVID vaccine, you can get a vaccine. And it’s been this way for months, so you’re most likely at least two weeks past your second shot. You are most likely entirely vaccinated. But just because you’re vaccinated, you’re not entirely safe from COVID variants.
It makes sense to continue wearing a mask. It doesn’t cause anyone harm and helps give the wearer some peace of mind. Also, you can be a carrier even though you’ve been vaccinated. So keep wearing a mask.
But what kind of mask is best? N95. Wearing an N95 is best.
But what kind of mask that isn’t an N95 is best? A wrestling mask, of course.
Here are the 22 best wrestling masks for those trying to keep safe, in and out of the squared circle.
22. Big Van Vader
If this a mask? Sure! Why not? What is a mask, anyway?
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth! It’s barely a mask!
21. Mankind
If you’re looking for a fashion statement, look no further!
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth! It’s barely a mask!
20. Kendo Nagasaki
Do you want to make society think you’re a mysterious samurai but maybe also a cat burglar? Are you actually a pasty white dude? Here’s your mask!
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth!
19. Pentagón Jr.
This would have ranked way higher on the list if you didn’t have to add makeup below the nose to complete the look. Who has time for that!
Another problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth!
Got an old school wrestling fan in your life? They’ll love this basic throwback!
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils! But it covers the mouth! We were so close!
17. El Generico
A great, simple mask but a great, not simple wrestler. Unrelated, I love Sami Zayn!
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth!
16. Rey Fenix
An AEW and AAA star, Fenix has such a colorful, fun mask! It mirrors his in ring style. If you’re trying to convince a non-fan to give wrestling a shot, show them a Fenix match.
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth!
15. Blue Demon
One of Mexico’s best deserves your consideration.
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth!
14. American Dragon
Daniel Bryan is great! Show off your indie knowledge and don what his indie incarnation occasionally wore!
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth!
13. Kalisto
Do you have a child that loved The Lucha Dragons or Lucha House Party? If they watched wrestling, of course you do! And since Kalisto is no longer with WWE, maybe you can pick up his mask at a discounted rate? Or at least more of the money from the mask purchase will actually go to Kalisto?
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth!
12. Mil Máscaras
Does your first or last name begin with the letter M? Would you like to wear a big M on your forehead?
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth!
11. Blue Blazer
The late, great Owen Hart is one of pro wrestlings best workers and saddest stories. What better way to pay tribute to Hart than by wearing the mask he passed away in?
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth!
10. La Parka
What a beautiful and scary mask! Parka’s look easily doubles as a Halloween mask so if you’re pinching pennies and really need a COVID/Halloween mask, maybe look no further!
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth!
Need a mask that also covers your shoulders? How about one worn for a 30 year vet that’s still going strong (style (JK, I know he doesn’t wrestle strong style))?
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth!
Remember when Taker had The Phantom of the Opera inspired mask? So bad. But iconic. What’s wrong with an iconically bad mask?
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth!
7. Kane
The Devil’s Favorite Demon had a historic run in the WWF/WWE. Maybe one of his masks explains the longevity of the career?
A few problems, neither Kane mask covers the nostrils or mouth! Also, people may think you’re a small town mayor that voted against a mask mandate at the height of the pandemic!
6. Tiger Mask
What a mask! A persona so good it’s been used four times! Also great if you want to make people smile. It’s such a good mask!
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth! None of them! None of the four cover the nostrils or mouth! You’d think maybe one would considering its based on an anime that does show the mask covering nostrils and mouths, but nope!
5. Jushin Liger
The best mask in wrestling? A historically great look from a historically great wrestler.
A few problems, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth! Also, it’s quite big and therefore warmer than most every other mask on this list! Good for chilly weather, not ideal for sweltering days.
Adults love him! Kids love him! His own adult kid loves and tags with him! Rey Mysterio, Jr. is still one of the best wrestlers and he’s been one of the best wrestlers for more than two decades. Also, he’s got a ton of different masks! Just watch his Titantron intro if you don’t believe me!
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth! None of them! None of the dozens of Mysterio masks you can buy cover the nostrils or mouth!
3. El Santo
The Hulk Hogan of Lucha Libre lived the gimmick longer and better than any masked wrestler (Rey Meyserio is the only living luchador that has a chance of taking the title). The super basic mask is beautiful and legendary.
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils or mouth!
2. The Machines (Giant Machine – Andrè The Giant, Big Machine – Blackjack Mulligan, Super Machine – Demolition Ax, Hulk Machine – Hulk Hogan, Piper Machine – Roddy Piper, Animal Machine – George Steele, Crusher Machine – The Crusher)
This one is bittersweet. In the mid 80s WWF superstars would occasionally don masks and the gimmick was no one would know who they are even though everyone clearly knows who you are when you’re Andrè The Giant and Hulk Hogan. And the masks are nearly perfect, with a simple black and silver color scheme and minimal design.
One problem, the mask doesn’t cover the nostrils! It covers the mouth! We were so close!
1. Místico or Mystico / Sin Cara / Cinta de Oro
Want to show off your love of AAA, TNA, CMLL, and WWE? Don this mask by a journeyman wrestler!
One huge bonus, the mask covers the nostrils and mouth!
