Body armor

[Shawnmoore81 623]

I'm looking at the ar500 set ups and they are having a nice sale this weekend. Anyone familure with their products. Not sure if I want the conceal vest with side plates or a molle vest. The conceal vest I think I might get some actual use out of. But I'm shopping for a tac vest anyway so one with plates would be nice.

[checko 180]

From the chest rig thread;

 

Got my plates in today (as well as a new holster. God I love new gear day) and holy shit was I underestimating the effect the extra weight would have. I'm super glad I didnt go with the steel plates. Adding an extra 5 or so lbs onto what I have would be rough.

 

I'm sitting here, in my plate carrier and belt rig, as I type, and have to rethink some of my setup. Again. I want to see if I can switch the releasable part of my PC to the left side, so it doesnt interfere with shouldering the rifle. Speaking of which, its much different to get a good cheek weld now. I think I need to lengthen the suspenders on my belt to give me a little more room to clear my emergency reload mags. I can draw and holster my pistol with no issues thankfully (have shooters cut plates). I may have to adjust the vertical grip on my rifle to account for the depth(?) of the PC. I will say, the multi curve with the shooters cut is very comfortable as far as the plates themselves are concerned.

 

Any advice from the guys who wear this for a living? I don't know that it's a good idea to take a stroll around the neighborhood wearing this to break it in lol.

 

If you're looking to get plates, do yourself a favor, save as much weight as possible.

 

These are the ones I picked up:

 

HighCom Security Guardian 4SAS-7 Level IV 10x12 Multi Curve Shooters Cut. Came out to be about $250 for the pair, shipped.

http://highcomsecurity.com/collections/plates/products/guardian-4sas-7

 

I definitely suggest ceramic plates. Highcom seems to be well regarded and gives you 25% off if you sign up for their newsletter.

[Krdshrk 3,877]

Are you looking for rifle strength protection or handgun?

 

The IIIA soft plates from US Palm (Primary Arms sells 'em) are very nice and concealable... I have a second chance vest that's concealable that will fit the soft armor.

[Blake 50]

From the chest rig thread;

 

 

 

I definitely suggest ceramic plates. Highcom seems to be well regarded and gives you 25% off if you sign up for their newsletter.

 

Second on the ceramic suggestion.  I was not a fan of the steel plates I had both from a weight and a comfort perspective. 

[Shawnmoore81 623]

Ceramic take as much punishment?

[checko 180]

 

Nick brings up a good point though. Level 3a armor is more comfortable and concealable if you're not worried about rifle rounds

[Shawnmoore81 623]

I'd want a rifle round plate

[SgtToadette 59]

Ceramic take as much punishment?

 

Yes.

[Blake 50]

I would also say that getting a good quality pc is going to make the setup waaay more comfortable. I have 2 TAG Banshee setups and they fit much better than a condor, rithco, etc pc.

[SgtToadette 59]

I would also say that getting a good quality pc is going to make the setup waaay more comfortable. I have 2 TAG Banshee setups and they fit much better than a condor, rithco, etc pc.

 

BUT NUTNFANCY SAY CONDOR IS GREAT FOR SHTF!!!!1!!!1!

[checko 180]

I'd want a rifle round plate

Get anything?

[Shawnmoore81 623]

Not yet, had to resubmit to be a dealer in Tuesday. Waiting to updated.

[jon.squared 0]

Don't forget, AR500 plates for body armor behave just like AR500 plates for shooting steel. There will be flecks of copper jacketing and other components of the bullet spraying everywhere after a shot (in particular... watch out for your face).

 

You can't beat proper armor and you might as well go multi-hit Ceramic (for weight savings and durability) since you can get a pair for 250-300.

[checko 180]

If anyone is interested, I have a $25 off coupon to highcom. If anyone wants it let me know

[MidwestPX 172]

bulletproofme.com is an amazing source for armor. I highly recommend them.

[Shawnmoore81 623]

I looked at some today. The brand I saw was tactical response and it was level 3a. So it only would stop pistol rounds but was soft.

[Shawnmoore81 623]

Anyone ever use gh armor systems?

[Smoke Eater 0]

Here are plates a few people I know run. Pricey as hell but look at the weight on them and what they can stop.

http://www.midwestarmor.com/body-armor/mass-iii

 

also remember you want a soft set of armor to sit under your plates. Added level of protection and a buffer for impact.

[Shawnmoore81 623]

http://www.gharmorsystems.com/products/tactical-response-carrier-trc

 

I tried this on and it was comfortable but didn't stop rifle rounds

[checko 180]

http://www.gharmorsystems.com/products/tactical-response-carrier-trc

 

I tried this on and it was comfortable but didn't stop rifle rounds

 

You need to put hard plates in the pockets first.