So......Body Armor
- Thread starter Laufen
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I've got some IIIA Second Chance soft body armor I bought back when I was a security manager and occasionally (more like regularly) checked on my guards in the middle of the night. Weighs about 6-8lbs. I know it won't stop a rifle round, or a +P+ 9mm /.357Mangleum, but it's better than nothing.
I'd considered getting a carrier and putting the Kevlar inside, plus a trauma plate, but haven't gotten around to it.
Good or bad idea?
I'd considered getting a carrier and putting the Kevlar inside, plus a trauma plate, but haven't gotten around to it.
Good or bad idea?
I have one. I bought one of those super low profile ones that like stretches and hugs your body really close. Its from First Spear. First Spear shipping and customer service is meh, but this rig is dope af. Plates are some rifle caliber rated something or another, idr. The purpose for me with this setup is the be able to wear it under clothes and also chose to just wear it without a chest rig over top in general. Versatility.
https://www.first-spear.com/platforms/vests/the-slick-ultra-lightweight-plate-carrier
https://www.first-spear.com/platforms/vests/the-slick-ultra-lightweight-plate-carrier
How much are you willing to spend to cut the weight of a plate carrier?
No price list but some boron carbide ceramic plates would certainly cut thr weight. SET group buy?
https://www.coorstek.com/english/industries/aerospace-and-defense/armor-components/body-armor/
And GO!
No price list but some boron carbide ceramic plates would certainly cut thr weight. SET group buy?
https://www.coorstek.com/english/industries/aerospace-and-defense/armor-components/body-armor/
And GO!
Check out some vids on spalling on the non-build up and extra build up plates. Basic Plates may prevent the direct penetration, but having metallic shrapnel shred your lower abdomen, neck, and upper arms may negate the fact your weren't shot in the lungs or heart. After some research, ie. shooting both plates side by side, and seeing the shredded plate carrier material on the non build up plates...I made my decision. The condors are ok build and fit...but my banshee would be my first choice to carry. Shitty part is no where carriers a wide array carriers. Truprep has some ar500 armor and trauma pads, along with condor carriers...but beyond that I've not found a place that you can really check out a vast set of options.