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Posted: 12/19/2014 6:44:53 PM EDT
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I got one for myself for Christmas.
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Posted: 12/19/2014 7:57:42 PM EDT
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Seems like the steel plates are really popular. Aren't people worried about m193? Seems like a pretty common threat in the US. Found this on SS109 green tip 
Found this on M193
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Posted: 12/19/2014 8:00:18 PM EDT
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CATI has these plates on their website too. http://www.catiarmor.com/Frag-Coated-Set-2-10x12s_p_33.html http://www.catiarmor.com/Frag-Coated-Set-10x12s-and-6x8-Side-Plates_p_29.html Extra 15% off with coupon code "ARFCOM15" until January 18th 2015. Uncoated, Coated, or Base Coat. After the discount, this is an even better deal than the eBay sale. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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In. Next question, where do I get an affordable but decent level III plate set? Just jumped on this sale, $157 10x12 steel plates Looks like it is only on sale for another 45 mins. I have no connection to the company. CATI has these plates on their website too. http://www.catiarmor.com/Frag-Coated-Set-2-10x12s_p_33.html http://www.catiarmor.com/Frag-Coated-Set-10x12s-and-6x8-Side-Plates_p_29.html Extra 15% off with coupon code "ARFCOM15" until January 18th 2015. Uncoated, Coated, or Base Coat. After the discount, this is an even better deal than the eBay sale. And another deal closer to divorce..... |
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Posted: 12/19/2014 8:07:13 PM EDT
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Seems like the steel plates are really popular. Aren't people worried about m193? Seems like a pretty common threat in the US. What about it? Below is a pretty comprehensive review (written and video) from a guy who purchased his own plates for independent testing from both The Target Man and AR500 Armor. Both brands of plates stopped 193 and 855 (in addition to many other calibers) at 10 yards. Written review
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Posted: 12/19/2014 8:39:40 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: What about it? Below is a pretty comprehensive review (written and video) from a guy who purchased his own plates for independent testing from both The Target Man and AR500 Armor. Both brands of plates stopped 193 and 855 (in addition to many other calibers) at 10 yards. Written review  http://youtu.be/-v_916ZYUIoQuote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Seems like the steel plates are really popular. Aren't people worried about m193? Seems like a pretty common threat in the US. What about it? Below is a pretty comprehensive review (written and video) from a guy who purchased his own plates for independent testing from both The Target Man and AR500 Armor. Both brands of plates stopped 193 and 855 (in addition to many other calibers) at 10 yards. Written review http://youtu.be/-v_916ZYUIoGood post. |
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Posted: 12/19/2014 8:50:29 PM EDT
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My carrier showed up today. Very happy with quality upon visual inspection. I'm 6ft 3in and 200lbs, fits well. Gotta pick up my extra plates from parents basement tomorrow.
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Posted: 12/19/2014 11:07:18 PM EDT
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got mine in today. VERY VERY happy with it. definantly heavy 6 freindly
. much better fit than cheapo gallati carrier. may order a second for the wife. she has a DB preatorian already but this would let us both have one in each vehicle.
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Posted: 12/20/2014 12:01:40 AM EDT
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got mine in today. VERY VERY happy with it. definantly heavy 6 freindly [img]http://www.ar15.com/images/smilies/smiley_abused.gif[/img]. much better fit than cheapo gallati carrier. may order a second for the wife. she has a DB preatorian already but this would let us both have one in each vehicle. 
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Posted: 12/20/2014 12:16:58 AM EDT
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Glad you guys are happy with them! I'm excited to receive mine. Though according to tracking I won't have it until the 29th.
I just need to find some plates and other accessories for it. So many options! |
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Posted: 12/20/2014 1:17:03 AM EDT
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Welp I caved and ordered one. Not sure what I am going to do with it.
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Posted: 12/20/2014 1:49:33 AM EDT
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Thanks, these links are probably good enough prices to be added to the OP to complete the carrier. Now where are the cheapest trauma pad inserts? :) Quote HistoryQuoted:
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In. Next question, where do I get an affordable but decent level III plate set? Just jumped on this sale, $157 10x12 steel plates Looks like it is only on sale for another 45 mins. I have no connection to the company. CATI has these plates on their website too. http://www.catiarmor.com/Frag-Coated-Set-2-10x12s_p_33.html http://www.catiarmor.com/Frag-Coated-Set-10x12s-and-6x8-Side-Plates_p_29.html Extra 15% off with coupon code "ARFCOM15" until January 18th 2015. Uncoated, Coated, or Base Coat. After the discount, this is an even better deal than the eBay sale. Thanks, these links are probably good enough prices to be added to the OP to complete the carrier. Now where are the cheapest trauma pad inserts? :) My PC shipped and should arrive by Chritmas Eve. Im considering the coated CATI plates set front and sides, tell me about the 'trauma pad inserts' im a body armor newb? What additional protection do these provide and how are they necessary? CATI ebay advertisement claims superior manufacturing as compared to others, specfically how they are 'die curved'. With the coupon code the price seems right. That is to my door $187. Thanks Bishop3 |
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Posted: 12/20/2014 2:02:24 AM EDT
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Mine says it should be here on Monday, but it's sitting at the distribution hub down the road. It it gets bumped up for delivery, and I get it early enough tomorrow, I'll post some pics and do a quick review.
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Posted: 12/20/2014 2:51:08 AM EDT
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Got mine today. I am a typical lardass on arfcom, 5'10" 240# and it fits. I am pretty sure I can get it over a coat for winter use if I decided to wear it that way. Excellent deal for a PC.
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Posted: 12/20/2014 3:02:29 AM EDT
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Mine will arrive on the 23. Plates will be the first thing I buy next. Then how to set it up
 I have read the whole plate carrier thread that was posted on page 4 and I still have no idea.
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Posted: 12/20/2014 3:09:33 AM EDT
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Well I tried to hold out, but I failed. Ordered the Shellback plate carrier and CATI plates and a couple misc pouches. Thanks Arfcom!! |
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Posted: 12/20/2014 4:08:43 AM EDT
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would this be ok for someone 6 foot 4 225lbs ?
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Posted: 12/20/2014 4:55:46 AM EDT
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My PC shipped and should arrive by Chritmas Eve. Im considering the coated CATI plates set front and sides, tell me about the 'trauma pad inserts' im a body armor newb? What additional protection do these provide and how are they necessary? CATI ebay advertisement claims superior manufacturing as compared to others, specfically how they are 'die curved'. With the coupon code the price seems right. That is to my door $187. Thanks Bishop3 Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Thanks, these links are probably good enough prices to be added to the OP to complete the carrier. Now where are the cheapest trauma pad inserts? :) My PC shipped and should arrive by Chritmas Eve. Im considering the coated CATI plates set front and sides, tell me about the 'trauma pad inserts' im a body armor newb? What additional protection do these provide and how are they necessary? CATI ebay advertisement claims superior manufacturing as compared to others, specfically how they are 'die curved'. With the coupon code the price seems right. That is to my door $187. Thanks Bishop3 I'm a newb too, and I'd call them optional rather than necessary. Especially for guys with enough up top to make cleavage or anyone that's going to wear it only on top of thick clothing. The protection is against blunt force trauma. If/When a bullet hits the plate, its energy has to go somewhere, so bullet to plate to carrier to chest (and technically finally back to the earth through your feet). A trauma pad (usually a poly and foam layering) inserts behind the plate to compress taking up a portion of the energy then spreading it out over time and to spread the energy over a larger area of the torso lessening the probability of the plate breaking a bone (likely in the ribcage or spinal column). Maybe one of the guys experienced with actual duty use of a carrier and plates will give an opinion on this. |
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Posted: 12/20/2014 10:42:50 AM EDT
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In for one. I may swap out my duty issue carrier with this one if it is set up right. Looks just like the ones the IPs used in Iraq...Hope it is better made...
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Posted: 12/20/2014 10:52:43 AM EDT
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Yes
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would this be ok for someone 6 foot 4 225lbs ? |
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Posted: 12/20/2014 4:44:52 PM EDT
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any good deals on pouches and what kind of lightweight armor can you put in these ?
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Posted: 12/20/2014 4:55:10 PM EDT
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i don't think ill ever need one or that matter i probably won't wear it much
but hell ill take one for $50 |
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Posted: 12/20/2014 8:48:50 PM EDT
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Time to buy something to strap on this, thoughts on mag pouches and an IFAK?
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Posted: 12/20/2014 8:55:33 PM EDT
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Maybe the Saudis didn't pay their bill. Not unheard of from that part of the world. +1 I wonder if these could be dyed a different color? Black is fine but since I have two might as well use one as test bed. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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158 in stock lol... geez, they found more in the warehouse?? Contract over-run seems like a modest assessment... I'd call it a gross misappropriation at this point!   Maybe the Saudis didn't pay their bill. Not unheard of from that part of the world. Quoted:
Did I hear group buy on plates? +1 I wonder if these could be dyed a different color? Black is fine but since I have two might as well use one as test bed. I don't think you can dye fabric to a color that is lighter than the color it started out as. Might be able to bleach it first, but no idea if that would damage the fabric. |
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Posted: 12/20/2014 9:33:52 PM EDT
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would this be ok for someone 6 foot 4 225lbs ? easily |
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Posted: 12/20/2014 9:35:22 PM EDT
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my only complaint is a lack of a front pouch. need to find some sort of large admin or kangaroo type pouch for my mirror, light and a few other things.
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Posted: 12/20/2014 9:41:59 PM EDT
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my only complaint is a lack of a front pouch. need to find some sort of large admin or kangaroo type pouch for my mirror, light and a few other things. 
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Posted: 12/20/2014 9:44:02 PM EDT
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my only complaint is a lack of a front pouch. need to find some sort of large admin or kangaroo type pouch for my mirror, light and a few other things. http://m.rei.com/zoom/rr/5feb538f-5cff-4227-a64c-38aec1ef4b93.jpg/650
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Posted: 12/20/2014 9:44:46 PM EDT
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my only complaint is a lack of a front pouch. need to find some sort of large admin or kangaroo type pouch for my mirror, light and a few other things. http://m.rei.com/zoom/rr/5feb538f-5cff-4227-a64c-38aec1ef4b93.jpg/650  
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Posted: 12/20/2014 9:46:04 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Time to buy something to strap on this, thoughts on mag pouches and an IFAK? There are 1-2 good IFAK threads in The Armory. ETA: http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_6_10/437210_Lower_back_IFAK.html |
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Posted: 12/20/2014 9:53:40 PM EDT
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my only complaint is a lack of a front pouch. need to find some sort of large admin or kangaroo type pouch for my mirror, light and a few other things. http://m.rei.com/zoom/rr/5feb538f-5cff-4227-a64c-38aec1ef4b93.jpg/650 Nutnfancy approved.
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Posted: 12/21/2014 1:14:30 PM EDT
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started getting mine put together. she ain't purdy, she doesn't match. but for my active shooter rig i think it works for me. found an old admin pouch i stuck on the front. fits my light, tk and a set of cuffs. my inspection mirror tucks in nicely behind it.
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Posted: 12/21/2014 2:28:34 PM EDT
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Nice!
When mine arrive I am going to ugly one up with some spray paint to quasi match the rest of my gear. The other will stay black. |
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Posted: 12/21/2014 6:54:59 PM EDT
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Guys! I want to jump in on this great deal but I can't explain to myself why I "need" a plate carrier. Help a brother out.
ETA: Currently 103 in stock. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile |
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Posted: 12/21/2014 6:57:32 PM EDT
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Guys! I want to jump in on this great deal but I can't explain to myself why I "need" a plate carrier. Help a brother out. ETA: Currently 103 in stock. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile can't be tier 0 without a carrier brah. been hundreds of research studies on this. check on pubmed. |
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Posted: 12/21/2014 7:06:53 PM EDT
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Guys! I want to jump in on this great deal but I can't explain to myself why I "need" a plate carrier. Help a brother out. ETA: Currently 103 in stock. Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile Read this story http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1695961_.html&page=1&anc=50878106#i50878106 |
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Posted: 12/21/2014 7:27:45 PM EDT
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Ordered a couple late last week, and got a delivery notification for tomorrow. Went to their website, looks like they're somewhere in the 317 A/C so they're somewhat close.
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Posted: 12/21/2014 7:52:40 PM EDT
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Ordered a couple late last week, and got a delivery notification for tomorrow. Went to their website, looks like they're somewhere in the 317 A/C so they're somewhat close. Indianapolis according to a UPS tracking listing. |
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Posted: 12/22/2014 12:18:58 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Nice! When mine arrive I am going to ugly one up with some spray paint to quasi match the rest of my gear. The other will stay black. What is your expectation with using spray paint? Have you done this before?
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Posted: 12/22/2014 12:28:43 AM EDT
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That's it... I'm foing on this deal...
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Posted: 12/22/2014 12:59:30 AM EDT
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I have a foliage green PC that I picked up, but fuck it I got 2 of these. The green one is a miss matched piece of pride an joy. All the pooches for it came from clearance bins at surplus stores....Plates are next....
I had them hold at location, so wife doesn't find out
Those CATI plates are level III, would one be better off with levelIV? |
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Posted: 12/22/2014 1:04:01 AM EDT
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Nice! When mine arrive I am going to ugly one up with some spray paint to quasi match the rest of my gear. The other will stay black. What is your expectation with using spray paint? Have you done this before? I've used spray paint on a Condor chest rig, and quite a few different pouches and bags. It works pretty good, although I haven't tried it with black fabric before. |
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Posted: 12/22/2014 3:39:40 AM EDT
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Hate the color, but $60 shipped? FO.
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Posted: 12/22/2014 8:59:07 AM EDT
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I've used spray paint on a Condor chest rig, and quite a few different pouches and bags. It works pretty good, although I haven't tried it with black fabric before. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Nice! When mine arrive I am going to ugly one up with some spray paint to quasi match the rest of my gear. The other will stay black. What is your expectation with using spray paint? Have you done this before? I've used spray paint on a Condor chest rig, and quite a few different pouches and bags. It works pretty good, although I haven't tried it with black fabric before. i have done it before with OD krylon camo paint. i don;t use it to change the vest color. i usually just kinda dust it with the OD. knocks the shine off the vest. |
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Posted: 12/22/2014 9:01:40 AM EDT
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Nice! When mine arrive I am going to ugly one up with some spray paint to quasi match the rest of my gear. The other will stay black. What is your expectation with using spray paint? Have you done this before? My expectation is to change the color. I have done it before. 3-5 mistings to lighten it up then I'll cover it with my multicam pouches. It will make the carrier stiffer. It will rub off with training. I'll be happy to throw some pics up eventually. |
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Posted: 12/22/2014 9:53:30 AM EDT
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I noticed that while dialing in the fitting on mine, that the black dye appeared to be rubbing off on the shoulders of my shirt. No big deal, but just a heads up to anyone else that may be fitting theirs -- don't do it with a nice(r) shirt on.
Also, does The Target Man ever run coupon codes or deals other than Black Friday? |
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Posted: 12/22/2014 10:02:53 AM EDT
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Mine came, and I am impressed with the quality of the build. At 6'0" and 195, it fits perfectly.
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Posted: 12/22/2014 10:22:11 AM EDT
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I noticed that while dialing in the fitting on mine, that the black dye appeared to be rubbing off on the shoulders of my shirt. No big deal, but just a heads up to anyone else that may be fitting theirs -- don't do it with a nice(r) shirt on. Also, does The Target Man ever run coupon codes or deals other than Black Friday? hmm.... i had on a white t-shirt with mine. no issues. might be a good idea to hose it down with some warm water and a light soap and water scrub. then again if i need this thing i won;t be worried about messing up a shirt.
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Posted: 12/22/2014 11:04:17 AM EDT
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I'm big and fat will this PC fit my body frame
 no seriously. 5' 9" 255 mostly dense muscle mass  .
In 90-91 all I wore was a frag jacket 'vest' (who knows what level) that would allow for in and out of a hatch. My first body armor, I'm excited and will keep it ready for HD and or active shooter kit. Plate recommendations, plate group buy? I'm considering the CATI lvl3 set 15% off. What other plates? Come on, I need these for patroling the front and back yards. 
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Posted: 12/22/2014 11:50:15 AM EDT
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Has anyone fit any plates into their carrier yet? Pics would be great!
Mine should be here today. Don't have any plates on hand but I have a full set of the CATI plates on order. Lead time on plates looks like 7-10 days. |
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Posted: 12/22/2014 12:01:20 PM EDT
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I have a foliage green PC that I picked up, but fuck it I got 2 of these. The green one is a miss matched piece of pride an joy. All the pooches for it came from clearance bins at surplus stores....Plates are next.... I had them hold at location, so wife doesn't find out
Those CATI plates are level III, would one be better off with levelIV? Generally speaking Lvl IV does offers a higher degree of protection than Lvl III. Lvl III will stop 7.62mm. Lvl IV will stop .3006 AP rounds. Click here for more info. The "better off" part is complicated. If you are shipping off to Afghanistan, yes you'd probably be better off with AP protection. But those plates will cost more and very likely weigh more. Do you need that level of protection here? Does your job require Lvl IV plates? Is the peace of mind worth it to you? Totally your call. |
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