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Body armor for private citizens
October 09, 2016, 10:08 AM
walker77Body armor for private citizens
I was going to order online. And I shouldnt have to measure them, they are marked medium.
There isnt a way to know which carriers fit ceramic plates?
October 09, 2016, 10:15 AM
sigfreundMeasure the plates and then see if the carrier specifications indicate whether they will fit. Plates tend to be manufactured in standard sizes.
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I can tell at sight a Chassepot rifle from a javelin. October 09, 2016, 10:27 AM
StramboBy medium that could be medium SAPI. However, most carriers say what size plates they take in inches. 10x12 being the most common. It is worth it to measure just to be sure.
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https://preparefit.ck.page October 09, 2016, 11:55 AM
Warhorse$299 w/ballistic plate pockets, ballistic plates are $169
http://www.bulletsafe.com/
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November 16, 2016, 02:23 AM
HedgeljAre there any updates from anyone who has bought from the vendors listed in this thread?
Any known black friday or other upcoming deals?
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January 30, 2017, 06:52 PM
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January 30, 2017, 10:51 PM
10X-ShooterI used to wear a IIIA vest when I worked for Jackson County. I haven't had to wear one in a long time but times being what they are I've been thinking along these lines.
https://uspalm.com/product-category/armor/I know a member here who fashioned a briefcase with armor. I've even considered getting IIA or IIIA panel and putting it in a backpack where the camelback usually goes. Certainly better than nothing.
January 31, 2017, 10:18 AM
M-11I have the white board in the backpack I travel with and the clipboard in my briefcase. Now, I did replace their clip with a low profile compact one.
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I left "practical" behind many years ago. It was covered with my first Glock 19. (Fredward) February 10, 2017, 03:54 PM
xmodI still need to get mine. Just getting soft, no plates.
June 05, 2017, 11:09 PM
nhtagmemberI have two carriers - a Reliance armor and a Point Blank
In my opinion because of heat and humidity the plates have probably expired and I should get them replaced
The Reliance carrier seems to provide a bit better side coverage, but the Point Blank is definitely more comfortable to wear.
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August 22, 2017, 09:04 PM
parabellumA timely bump
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August 22, 2017, 09:19 PM
BOATTRASH1quote:
Originally posted by parabellum:
A timely bump
I was thinking about this today.
I mentioned this to the wife back in early 2016. She suggested we look at helmets too.....I love that girl.....
It's coming, just a question of how soon....
August 22, 2017, 09:23 PM
JohnVAR500 had a 4th of july sale and i snagged a couple packages. One for the car and one for the house. Got the level 3+ lightweight plates.
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August 22, 2017, 11:20 PM
Fenrisquote:
Originally posted by parabellum:
A timely bump
What did you end up getting?
God Bless and Protect our Beloved President, Donald John Trump. August 22, 2017, 11:24 PM
Phelen_Kellquote:
Originally posted by JohnV:
AR500 had a 4th of july sale and i snagged a couple packages. One for the car and one for the house. Got the level 3+ lightweight plates.
How much does each plate weigh?
I have their old old steel plates and it's heavy.
August 22, 2017, 11:33 PM
hk91308quote:
Originally posted by JohnV:
AR500 had a 4th of july sale and i snagged a couple packages. One for the car and one for the house. Got the level 3+ lightweight plates.
What plate carrier did you buy from them?
I've looked into AR500 and have been getting mixed feedback - some say get the level 4 ceramics as steel is too heavy?
August 22, 2017, 11:52 PM
Fenrisquote:
Originally posted by hk91308:
I've looked into AR500 and have been getting mixed feedback - some say get the level 4 ceramics as steel is too heavy?
I bought the steel plates. They are heavy. But I'm a shelter in place kind of guy, so running around isn't part of the plan. Steel is cheaper and never expires.
God Bless and Protect our Beloved President, Donald John Trump. August 23, 2017, 06:16 AM
SgtGoldquote:
Originally posted by hk91308:
I've looked into AR500 and have been getting mixed feedback - some say get the level 4 ceramics as steel is too heavy?
The question in my eye is why are you getting the armor and what are you doing with it? If it's an employment issue then lighter is better. From experience I can say that even the lightest stuff is heavy. If it's home protection/disaster prep then steel may be a better choice. It's much cheaper and there are no storage or handling issues.
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August 23, 2017, 08:11 AM
JohnVquote:
Originally posted by Phelen_Kell:
quote:
Originally posted by JohnV:
AR500 had a 4th of july sale and i snagged a couple packages. One for the car and one for the house. Got the level 3+ lightweight plates.
How much does each plate weigh?
I have their old old steel plates and it's heavy.[/QUOTE
Well, theres no getting around that. It is steel. But these plates are 1.5lbs lighter than the Level III+ plates. So 3 pounds lighter per carrier...which is significant.
quote:
Originally posted by hk91308:
[QUOTE]Originally posted by JohnV:
AR500 had a 4th of july sale and i snagged a couple packages. One for the car and one for the house. Got the level 3+ lightweight plates.
What plate carrier did you buy from them?
I've looked into AR500 and have been getting mixed feedback - some say get the level 4 ceramics as steel is too heavy?
I got their Sentry Plate Carrier and the Testudo Plate Carrier. Both made by Condor but passes AR500's specs. I probably like the Sentry better because it fits me better. The Testudo is pretty big and i'm not sure i'm able to adjust it tight enough in the shoulder straps to get the plates at the right level. I need to keep playing around with it though.
Level 4 Ceramics are still heavy. They are 7.5 lbs, which is 1 pound heavier than the level 3+ lightweight. The level 4's are also significantly thicker/bulkier. But they do offer a better level of protection if thats what you are going for.
At any rate, whatever you get, at least get the anti spawl coating on the front plate.
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