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Posted: 4/13/2016 12:46:41 AM EDT
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others will chime in...but eBay? Not too sure about that.
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Posted: 4/13/2016 12:58:50 AM EDT
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eBay- really for potential life saving gear???
Triple curve plates are the way to go- much more comfy |
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Posted: 4/13/2016 1:01:35 AM EDT
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Also those plates are listed as " curved " only. Could be single curve which sucks. Look for triple curve plates
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Posted: 4/13/2016 1:25:27 AM EDT
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Curved...like your chest and back.
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Posted: 4/13/2016 2:04:23 AM EDT
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I am no plate expert, but I seem to have acquired a small collection recently
I am 6'2" and 230# Flat, yah no thanks Single Curve, not bad in the back, crap up front. Top of the plate sticks out an inch or so. Multi curve, much better in the back and fits my curvy manliness in the front, no top gap like the single curve. Worth it if you are not flat as a board. And as light weight as you can afford, 10# plates put the suck on quick. |
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Posted: 4/13/2016 9:37:03 AM EDT
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i picked up the triple curve off ebay and it's been night and day over my ceramics. I am 6-2/235 with a broad chest and the fit is perfect.
there is a lot of crap on eBay, but these are legit.... Spartan AR550. http://www.ebay.com/itm/291482217618?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT |
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Posted: 4/13/2016 9:45:32 AM EDT
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Flat, if your not going to wear them...
Triple curve, if you plan on wearing them. |
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Posted: 4/13/2016 9:56:17 AM EDT
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Curved.
Hell, even my old Aircrew "chicken plate" armor utilized curved plates. |
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Posted: 4/13/2016 10:10:24 AM EDT
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I picked up two triple curve ceramic plates from High Com on Black Friday. They are the most "comfortable" plates I've tried.
ETA: 6'2" 210lb. Large SAPI cut in an LBT6094-B |
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Posted: 4/13/2016 10:14:21 AM EDT
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Thanks for the Feedback. I only assumed Flat in the back was the way to go, but i hadnt though about the gap in the top and bottom, it makes sense
I guess i based my assumption that the plate, slightly more area that a sheet of paper, didn't cover enough to warrant a curve, thinking it might dig into me a little. Im 6'4 275, i prolly should have gone with the XL pate carrier, but scored a deal on the banshee, so i'll make it work. The Triple curve looks pretty cool, and I think they would work. Here is where i got the PC YourPlaceTac The Banshees were Less that $110 Shipped , I know plenty of people that bought them, but quantity stays the same on the webpage... Anyways, they do list plates for sale at the top of the page. The Ebay ones list up above triple curve for about $250, the Your place Ones are about the same price, but I cant tell if it is Per Plate, or For Pair of Plates I wish there was a website, like wikiarms for plates, there are just too many sites/websites to sift through... |
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Posted: 4/13/2016 10:19:58 AM EDT
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you won't be disappointed. they weigh a lil more then my ceramics but ill take that over the feeling like i have a brick hanging off the middle of my chest.
I also use soft armor backers behind the plates which add some cushion, but that's me. |
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Posted: 4/13/2016 10:31:12 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted:
Thanks for the Feedback. I only assumed Flat in the back was the way to go, but i hadnt though about the gap in the top and bottom, it makes sense I guess i based my assumption that the plate, slightly more area that a sheet of paper, didn't cover enough to warrant a curve, thinking it might dig into me a little. Im 6'4 275, i prolly should have gone with the XL pate carrier, but scored a deal on the banshee, so i'll make it work. The Triple curve looks pretty cool, and I think they would work. Here is where i got the PC YourPlaceTac The Banshees were Less that $110 Shipped , I know plenty of people that bought them, but quantity stays the same on the webpage... Anyways, they do list plates for sale at the top of the page. The Ebay ones list up above triple curve for about $250, the Your place Ones are about the same price, but I cant tell if it is Per Plate, or For Pair of Plates I wish there was a website, like wikiarms for plates, there are just too many sites/websites to sift through... This might help in the education and selection process. Plate Armor 101 |
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Posted: 4/13/2016 11:48:49 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryThanks, I read through, and it confirmed a lot of what i was thinking. I guess I really need to try on a few types to see what feels more comfortable. If I can get away with flat or single curve, it would definitely save some bucks but as of now, I'm leaning toward the triple curve I even though about lining the edges with Memory foam strips, if they are that uncomfortable. I'll report back later one, when i decide, there are 2 Places not to far from me that sell plates, im guessing they will let me try them in my PC at the store. |
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Posted: 4/13/2016 6:47:09 PM EDT
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Just FYI, 10x12 is going to be WAY small on you.
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Posted: 4/13/2016 7:05:38 PM EDT
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others will chime in...but eBay? Not too sure about that. I got my set of TAP Gammas off of Ebay for $200 shipped
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Posted: 4/13/2016 9:33:26 PM EDT
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Just FYI, 10x12 is going to be WAY small on you. Yup, I totally agree, I'll work with what I have for now, the banshee carrier But I'm sure I'll move up to the 11x14 model sooner or later |
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Posted: 4/14/2016 9:20:30 AM EDT
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Yup, I totally agree, I'll work with what I have for now, the banshee carrier But I'm sure I'll move up to the 11x14 model sooner or later Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Just FYI, 10x12 is going to be WAY small on you. Yup, I totally agree, I'll work with what I have for now, the banshee carrier But I'm sure I'll move up to the 11x14 model sooner or later Yes Sir, good advice from mcantu. I would not recommend a smaller plate as a stopgap measure, that is a non-solution to a real problem. Also the flat plate is a horrible option, a single curve is tolerable but uncomfortable, a SAPI curve or a triple curve are the best option currently. With regard to size, the length usually takes care of itself and is fairly limited in options. It kind of is what it is. The real concern with running a plate that is too small is width and coverage of vitals. While individual anatomy has differences, the general rule is cover your nipples edge to edge:  " />
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Posted: 4/23/2016 7:49:06 PM EDT
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Update. I got set of reg curved ones, and they were perfectly comfortable for me.
Did an 8hr shooting course yesterday with them on and had no issues. I had them adjusted pretty high up on me as well, but I have a long torso , so I'll need to get the 11x14 for proper coverage. The 10x12 did cover from nip to nip as discussed, but just looked small on me. Thanks all for your feedback. |
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Posted: 4/25/2016 11:17:53 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted:
Update. I got set of reg curved ones, and they were perfectly comfortable for me. Did an 8hr shooting course yesterday with them on and had no issues. I had them adjusted pretty high up on me as well, but I have a long torso , so I'll need to get the 11x14 for proper coverage. The 10x12 did cover from nip to nip as discussed, but just looked small on me. Thanks all for your feedback. Glad it worked out. I just ordered a Banshee from that place on Thursday; my current TAG carrier just doesn't fit me right compared to the Banshee I tried on a few weeks ago. The TAG was perfect with 11x14's when I got it, but I lost weight and switched to 10x12s, and I can't seem to get it adjusted high enough. |
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Posted: 4/26/2016 10:43:03 PM EDT
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I don't have any problem with ebay, but stick to name brands on armor. I've picked up some AR500.com III+ plates from an ebay seller, saved a few bucks and a 3 month wait.
You definitely want curved for the front plate. After trying both single curved and flat, I could flip a coin on which way I'd go on a rear plate. |
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Posted: 4/26/2016 11:02:33 PM EDT
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How is spartan multi curve?
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