Ballistic Plates

[FN USA]

It's time I graduate from my old steel plates to ceramics. What's everyone rocking for their Level 3 or above plates that won't empty the bank? I liked the review on the Botach level 4 MrGunsandGear did, but the wait is roughly 6 months... No thanks. I like the thought of ceramics because they are light. I need large size plates. I appreciate everyone's thoughts.

 

[Bluehazemay]

Just giving my experience so far -- Been using and testing Premier Body Armor with both Guns and knives and results have great so far. The prices and sales do help with cost and depending if your comfortable with shop-pay you can get weekly installments and purchase from premier directly. Both the Backpack armor and Discreet plate carrier with the level 3 have been comfortable and useful for the daily grind! Hope this helps my friend!

 

[FN USA]

Thanks for the info, I'll take a look. Been keeping an eye on some Hesco L210s... I'm trying to convince a buddy he doesn't need two sets! Lol

 

[jsx1043]

I have a set of ShotStop Duritium level 4s, nice and light (for level 4), multi-curve. Very good plates. Although I’ve been thinking about moving down from XL to large myself.

 

[Creedmoor]

The last time the topic came up with my sons both used kevlar carriers with either Ceradyne or Crye Precision SAPI Ceramic Plates.

 

[Gabriel]

I've never looked at the plates that are in my issued carrier. They're probably shaped plywood with a weight in them to approximate the heft of ceramic plates.

I think my personal carrier has HESCO plates in it. Like most people, I can't tell you how good the plates are or aren't because I don't go around getting shot in them every day.

 

[FN USA]

I've never looked at the plates that are in my issued carrier. They're probably shaped plywood with a weight in them to approximate the heft of ceramic plates.

I think my personal carrier has HESCO plates in it. Like most people, I can't tell you how good the plates are or aren't because I don't go around getting shot in them every day.

Loved the issued plates comment. On a deployment to the sandy beaches of Afghan a buddy discovered his plates were the blue training ones....company wide check was mandated after that, lol. Only his were blue.

 

[Bluehazemay]

Ballistic armor in today's carry is becoming more common and is great backup option to have in the coming day of age! I have to admit the brands to types has grown along with the versatility. I know when I look into armor for testing, I do try to find both the flexible and hard-type level 3 to allow more options and move to level 4 for more security.

im NOT an expert by any means, just someone doing research and testing for the daily grind!

 

[Ruger_Ronin]

Thanks for the info, I'll take a look. Been keeping an eye on some Hesco L210s... I'm trying to convince a buddy he doesn't need two sets! Lol

I had these very plates in the cart, but found this video.

Currently using the RTS plates and no complaints.

 

[jsx1043]

Loved the issued plates comment. On a deployment to the sandy beaches of Afghan a buddy discovered his plates were the blue training ones....company wide check was mandated after that, lol. Only his were blue.

I mean, homie didn’t realize his PC weighed a lot less than it should have? Lol

 

[Tactically Fat]

If they're not NIJ certified products - don't buy them.

Compliant Products List: Ballistic Resistant Body Armor

NIJ has updated the ballistic resistant body armor standard.

nij.ojp.gov

 

[Creedmoor]

I mean, homie didn’t realize his PC weighed a lot less than it should have? Lol

Mine used the same gear they were issued in 29 and Lejeune when deployed.

 

[FN USA]

I mean, homie didn’t realize his PC weighed a lot less than it should have? Lol

Let's just say he wasn't the brightest Crayola in the box, lol. He had them for nearly 4 months during training and deployment before he thought to look. I'm talking SEVERAL missions outside the wire.

 

[FN USA]

I had these very plates in the cart, but found this video.

Currently using the RTS plates and no complaints.

Interesting video, I'll have to give them a look. Thanks for sharing.

 

[Ruger_Ronin]

Interesting video, I'll have to give them a look. Thanks for sharing.

I am not a sales rep for RTS! (Lol). They are not NIJ certified per 101.16, but these field results have me satisfied.
Another convincing vid....

 

[Gaffer]

If they're not NIJ certified products - don't buy them.

Compliant Products List: Ballistic Resistant Body Armor

NIJ has updated the ballistic resistant body armor standard.

nij.ojp.gov

I would trust Mr Gunslinger (who actually goes over the NIJ certification) more than any government agency. Of course, I don't trust any gov agency :>).

 

[Creedmoor]

Let's just say he wasn't the brightest Crayola in the box, lol. He had them for nearly 4 months during training and deployment before he thought to look. I'm talking SEVERAL missions outside the wire.

I believe hes bogarting you, plates get taken out of the carriers many times and piled up during training and to wash ones carrier.

 

[jsx1043]

Let's just say he wasn't the brightest Crayola in the box, lol. He had them for nearly 4 months during training and deployment before he thought to look. I'm talking SEVERAL missions outside the wire.

 

[bwillits]

I’m rocking Hesco 3810s and love them. They are on the pricier side. Reach out to Jon Sun on FB as he specializes in body armor. RMA stuff is looking super strong these days. I’d compare to Hesco in quality but a fraction of the cost.

 

[Mgderf]

I’m rocking Hesco 3810s and love them. They are on the pricier side. Reach out to Jon Sun on FB as he specializes in body armor. RMA stuff is looking super strong these days. I’d compare to Hesco in quality but a fraction of the cost.

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