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Old 07-28-2017, 2:27 PM
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What is the current state of the art and should I be OK with SAPIs and backers when the mountain people come and raise hell in town?
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What is the current state of the art and should I be OK with SAPIs and backers when the mountain people come and raise hell in town?
SAPIs are outdated at this point, though they will still work, and you would want to get them X-Rayed prior to use. It also depends on what threat you are expecting. If you need black tip protection, a multi-hit Level IV like the Midwest FM4 is a good choice. If thinner plates that will stop all 5.56 and most 7.62x39 (but not .308) are more your speed, the Midwest STX plates are still extremely nice.

Backers should be worn with all rifle plates, regardless of whether they are considered "stand alone."
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Considering that you could sell a single 993/995 projectile today for at least $5, too bad you didn't keep some. Not sure how you lucked out, since 993 and 995 have never been released to the general public. That GS must not have known what they had.
It gets worse.....

I bought 3 buckets, reloaded ammo and went plinking in the desert with my real german made hk91 that i sold.
The seller said it was mil pull downs that didnt meet spec.

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man is that stuff really $1000 a plate? That's crazy.
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man is that stuff really $1000 a plate? That's crazy.
Yes. But then, it is important to look at the specs:

Multi-hit level IV. Standard level IV is ONLY rated for a single round.

Exceptionally light/thin for type.

Good Company, with a good rep.

If you want the best plates available as a private citizen, these would be the top of the heap. And quality is never cheap.
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SAPIs are outdated at this point, though they will still work, and you would want to get them X-Rayed prior to use. It also depends on what threat you are expecting. If you need black tip protection, a multi-hit Level IV like the Midwest FM4 is a good choice. If thinner plates that will stop all 5.56 and most 7.62x39 (but not .308) are more your speed, the Midwest STX plates are still extremely nice.

Backers should be worn with all rifle plates, regardless of whether they are considered "stand alone."
Got it, thanks. So, assuming that the majority of mountain and hill people are working with bulk m193 up to M80 ball and mostly from a distance of 100m or greater, I should be OK with SAPI's?
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I get it d-r I was not trying to talk smack I'm just not used to seeing those kind of prices. my life isn't worth that much haha.
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I get it d-r I was not trying to talk smack I'm just not used to seeing those kind of prices. my life isn't worth that much haha.
Absolutely didn't think you were. The sticker shock is a big one. But yes, your life is worth that much.
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Whose left nut did you have to sell to get M993?
haha, it was only about the price of 100 rounds of 9mm HST, for just those two..

Now I do have some M995 and AP4 (heavier version of M995), and some 152gr tungsten .308 I'm working on next!
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Here was that Engarde vs .300 WM;



The beauty of PE plates. They stop high velocity but fall short of steel core ammo. This 2.5lb plate stops M193 :O
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The Firearms Blog has 2 guest posts on body armor today:

Choosing the right armor and Ceramic vs Steel

I don't think there's much different here from what's already in the thread, but maybe the all-in-1-place part would be useful.
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The Firearms Blog has 2 guest posts on body armor today:

Choosing the right armor and Ceramic vs Steel

I don't think there's much different here from what's already in the thread, but maybe the all-in-1-place part would be useful.
Had high hopes for the article and dispersion of good armor knowledge....alas there are multiple errors. The first comment by "kjack" sums it up nicely. So, below is a copy& paste of his comment which were my exact thoughts as I read- glad he beat me to it.



I'd like to know more about a few parts of this.

>These plates (UHMWPE) are generally going to be the lightest and or thinnest level 3 plates available.

Last I checked, UHMWPE plates tend to be the thickest.

>A pure Polyethylene plate can be defeated by a single round of M193 or M855

I know M855 is a problem for UHMWPE plates, but I have never heard of M193 being a problem for them.

>Low-visibility/ concealment.
Steel can be thin, yet stop rifle threat rounds, hence its usefulness in
concealment scenarios. However, Ceramic/ Polyethylene technology has
reached a point where steel is obsolete for this role.

Concealment under what? I can conceal a hell of a lot under a coat. I can't conceal a .5" thick ceramic plate strapped to my chest under a loose shirt. Steel in this case would still have an advantage being that it's generally .2"-.25" thick.

>Spalling is a major concern for all steel armor

There is a group called Sierra 12 (I'm not going to be able to link it because my posts don't go through when I post links) that did some tests where they had ballistics gel blocks around a bare steel plate when shooting it. All but one round penetrated under 1" into the ballistics gelatin (which is comparable to what an airsoft gun will do and will not break skin in practice) and one round managed 3" of penetration (which is less than what is expected of the calibration BB and still might not break skin).

>Steel is a rigid and hard material, when a
bullet strikes it, the energy will “pass through” the steel and into
the chest of the wearer.

If the plate is struck at the
right place, depending on how strong your bones are, it may break your
sternum and puncture your heart.

What the hell are you talking about here and do you have any scientific basis for this claim? How is steel going to magically focus the energy on your bones in a way that could kill you while simultaneously not exceeding maximum backface deformation standards?
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Doc,

Is the largest reasoning for ICW ratings with plates to reduce back face deformation or is the soft armor actually expected to stop the bullet after being slowed by the plate (partial penetration, spall, etc)?

Is it to achieve the multi-hit rating?

I been using VS Special Threat plates (standalone) but recently picked up a set that is lighter and thinner than the Velocity with same threat protection but requires IIIA.

Wouldn't second guess putting soft armor behind the plate but curious as to why.

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Doc,

Is the largest reasoning for ICW ratings with plates to reduce back face deformation or is the soft armor actually expected to stop the bullet after being slowed by the plate (partial penetration, spall, etc)?

Is it to achieve the multi-hit rating?

I been using VS Special Threat plates (standalone) but recently picked up a set that is lighter and thinner than the Velocity with same threat protection but requires IIIA.

Wouldn't second guess putting soft armor behind the plate but curious as to why.
P_Man,

ICW plates are engineered with the assumption that the soft armor is part of the backing. It is nominally there to meet the BFD requirements (44mm in Roma Plastalina), but also to catch any backface spallation. Generally, rounds that are overmatch tend to fragment pretty heavily when impacting ceramic strike faces, so the soft armor has a reasonable chance of catching it.

As a general rule, I advocate wearing soft armor behind all hard armor, regardless of ICW or standalone.
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Had high hopes for the article and dispersion of good armor knowledge....alas there are multiple errors. The first comment by "kjack" sums it up nicely. So, below is a copy& paste of his comment which were my exact thoughts as I read- glad he beat me to it.



I'd like to know more about a few parts of this.

>These plates (UHMWPE) are generally going to be the lightest and or thinnest level 3 plates available.

Last I checked, UHMWPE plates tend to be the thickest.

>A pure Polyethylene plate can be defeated by a single round of M193 or M855

I know M855 is a problem for UHMWPE plates, but I have never heard of M193 being a problem for them.

>Low-visibility/ concealment.
Steel can be thin, yet stop rifle threat rounds, hence its usefulness in
concealment scenarios. However, Ceramic/ Polyethylene technology has
reached a point where steel is obsolete for this role.

Concealment under what? I can conceal a hell of a lot under a coat. I can't conceal a .5" thick ceramic plate strapped to my chest under a loose shirt. Steel in this case would still have an advantage being that it's generally .2"-.25" thick.

>Spalling is a major concern for all steel armor

There is a group called Sierra 12 (I'm not going to be able to link it because my posts don't go through when I post links) that did some tests where they had ballistics gel blocks around a bare steel plate when shooting it. All but one round penetrated under 1" into the ballistics gelatin (which is comparable to what an airsoft gun will do and will not break skin in practice) and one round managed 3" of penetration (which is less than what is expected of the calibration BB and still might not break skin).

>Steel is a rigid and hard material, when a
bullet strikes it, the energy will “pass through” the steel and into
the chest of the wearer.

If the plate is struck at the
right place, depending on how strong your bones are, it may break your
sternum and puncture your heart.

What the hell are you talking about here and do you have any scientific basis for this claim? How is steel going to magically focus the energy on your bones in a way that could kill you while simultaneously not exceeding maximum backface deformation standards?
The whole post was, sadly, facepalm-worthy. The comments are examples of third-hand "knowledge" and hearsay.

UHMWPE are never going to be the thinnest plates. They will always be thickest for equivalent protection.
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The whole post was, sadly, facepalm-worthy. The comments are examples of third-hand "knowledge" and hearsay.

UHMWPE are never going to be the thinnest plates. They will always be thickest for equivalent protection.
+1. Typically UHMWPE plate can stop high velocity threats (m193), but will fall short when you mix steel into the round (m855), at least from my testing..
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+1. Typically UHMWPE plate can stop high velocity threats (m193), but will fall short when you mix steel into the round (m855), at least from my testing..
From my tests, the mechanism of action for stopping the round is frictive braking, and because M193 is compressible, it is able to be stopped. M855, because the tip/core is steel, and non-compressible, is able to penetrate.
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hey all. i have 10x12 plates and have DR's spall guards and backers. i have a carrier that i like, forget which one now, but the 10x12 pockets are just a bit too snug to accept the plates w/ the spall guards. i have another carrier that will take 11x14 plates, but it doesn't have any way to 'secure' the plates up in the pocket, so they sit at the bottom and they are too low.

what i'm looking for, is advice on a carrier that will fit well on a smaller guy (5'9", 155 lbs) and will accept 11x14 plates (with a strap to secure the plates in a good position).

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hey all. i have 10x12 plates and have DR's spall guards and backers. i have a carrier that i like, forget which one now, but the 10x12 pockets are just a bit too snug to accept the plates w/ the spall guards. i have another carrier that will take 11x14 plates, but it doesn't have any way to 'secure' the plates up in the pocket, so they sit at the bottom and they are too low.

what i'm looking for, is advice on a carrier that will fit well on a smaller guy (5'9", 155 lbs) and will accept 11x14 plates (with a strap to secure the plates in a good position).

thanks!
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Velocity Systems Lightweight Plate Carrier in L/XL with small/medium cummerbund. Excellent PC.
DR, i spoke w/ you about this when i got my gear from you. i do have the LPC but i can only find it in M w/ M cummerbund, never did find one in L and M cummerbund.

i will look around again and check out the other you mentioned in the email.

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DR, i spoke w/ you about this when i got my gear from you. i do have the LPC but i can only find it in M w/ M cummerbund, never did find one in L and M cummerbund.

i will look around again and check out the other you mentioned in the email.

thanks again.
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New to body armor. I don't have too much to spend but I figure it would be good to have something. Can I get some advice on what type of armor to use? Mainly for HD. I most likely will not be running courses or do to much training with this gear on. I like this because I can have armor, handgun, and spare mags available just by slipping on this carrier. I am not sure what type of armor to get since there are so many options available ranging from level, weight, shape, and cuts. Is going lightweight with the shooters cuts worth the extra $ if I will not be using this very often?

https://www.ar500armor.com/promotion...r-loadout.html

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Thank you d-r and buffman for your knowledgeable insight. Been racking my brain on this thread topic. With so many mfg. (LBT, PIG, BEEZ, etc.) Sorry I'm still learning I don't know them all.

Is there kind of a hierarchy of what's the best in quality? I like the idea of hardplate with a soft armor backing.
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Thank you d-r and buffman for your knowledgeable insight. Been racking my brain on this thread topic. With so many mfg. (LBT, PIG, BEEZ, etc.) Sorry I'm still learning I don't know them all.

Is there kind of a hierarchy of what's the best in quality? I like the idea of hardplate with a soft armor backing.
Subjective since NIJ standards are considered minimums. Find a plate that meets your threat profile, and budget. You can spend ungodly amounts of $$ on armor. IMO if you want a level IV and it's on the NIJ 06 certified list, pick the one that matches your budget and intended use. Steel has it's place in training and ultra budget area, but it's heavy, and people are concerned about high velocity penetration. PE plates are super lightweight, but can't stop M855 rounds until about 200 yards.
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Subjective since NIJ standards are considered minimums. Find a plate that meets your threat profile, and budget. You can spend ungodly amounts of $$ on armor. IMO if you want a level IV and it's on the NIJ 06 certified list, pick the one that matches your budget and intended use. Steel has it's place in training and ultra budget area, but it's heavy, and people are concerned about high velocity penetration. PE plates are super lightweight, but can't stop M855 rounds until about 200 yards.
I should probably look into a carrier first? I'm thinking III or IV, budget is what ever the lightest is out there. A whole lot of good your bank account will do if your done. I don't understand when people are trying to save money with AR500 only to gas out if they really needed to move.

So, if you had to recommend a LVL III or IV armor with carrier, that was the lightest and with unlimited budget, what would it be? Nice videos btw
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I should probably look into a carrier first? I'm thinking III or IV, budget is what ever the lightest is out there. A whole lot of good your bank account will do if your done. I don't understand when people are trying to save money with AR500 only to gas out if they really needed to move.

So, if you had to recommend a LVL III or IV armor with carrier, that was the lightest and with unlimited budget, what would it be? Nice videos btw
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I should probably look into a carrier first? I'm thinking III or IV, budget is what ever the lightest is out there. A whole lot of good your bank account will do if your done. I don't understand when people are trying to save money with AR500 only to gas out if they really needed to move.

So, if you had to recommend a LVL III or IV armor with carrier, that was the lightest and with unlimited budget, what would it be? Nice videos btw
I've only tested a few of the many manufacturers, but HESCO, and RMA make very nice Level IV models. I just tested AR500 Armor's Level III PE plate which is an RMA re-brand
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They sure do charge a LOT of money for their plates, considering only one of their Level III Esapi's is NIJ 06 certified. The rest are only tested in compliance with NIJ 04. They are very lightweight, but not sure what makes them worth the $$$
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I know d-r recommends midwest armor. From my own research those appear to be the top of the line accessible to civilians. I'm looking into picking up a set of their FM4 plates for my Plateminus V2 carrier.
I have a set of Spartan armor in my regular Plateminus, but contemplating some of the FM3 plates for it instead. Waiting to see if midwest has any sales coming up.
I also need to pick up some of d-r's plate backers and spall guards though. Any thoughts on the midwest armor, buff?

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I have never tested them, but I don't believe they manufacture their own Armor. I believe LTC and Hesco does, but that could only be a few models. Those two are very trusted brands..
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Ar500 has their new Testudo Gen 2 carrier on sale for $175 with level 3 steel plates. For an additional $99 you can upgrade that to level 4 ceramic.

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If you're going to get these new lightweight plates I'd go with a different vendor that has the ones that will stop M855.

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I should probably look into a carrier first? I'm thinking III or IV, budget is what ever the lightest is out there. A whole lot of good your bank account will do if your done. I don't understand when people are trying to save money with AR500 only to gas out if they really needed to move.

So, if you had to recommend a LVL III or IV armor with carrier, that was the lightest and with unlimited budget, what would it be? Nice videos btw
http://dkxarmor.com/m12-series.php

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If you're going to get these new lightweight plates I'd go with a different vendor that has the ones that will stop M855.

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Are there some good reputable vendors selling plates you’d recommend, JDay?
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Are there some good reputable vendors selling plates you’d recommend, JDay?
See the link above. They're not cheap though. Otherwise AR500 has a great sale going on right now. You can add level 4 ceramic plates to their Veritas and Testudo Gen 2 carriers for $99 and be under $300 with shipping. If you get the Veritas add the cummerbund.

https://www.ar500armor.com/promotions-sales.html

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See the link above. They're not cheap though. Otherwise AR500 has a great sale going on right now. You can add level 4 ceramic plates to their Veritas and Testudo Gen 2 carriers for $99 and be under $300 with shipping. If you get the Veritas add the cummerbund.

https://www.ar500armor.com/promotions-sales.html

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Thanks very much as always JDay- I’m going to go with a Crye Precision JPC, my specifications are to get plates which stop the M855 which are lightweight, deciding on whether to get side plate protection as well.
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Thanks very much as always JDay- I’m going to go with a Crye Precision JPC, my specifications are to get plates which stop the M855 which are lightweight, deciding on whether to get side plate protection as well.
Then the DKX M12 is probably exactly what you are looking for. They'll likely be the next level 4 plates that I get as well since they are lightweight, buoyant and can take multiple hits without compromising the ARMOR. At around $500/plate for the 10x12 or $650 for the 11x14 they aren't cheap but the weight savings and durability are well worth it.

https://cqbsouth.com/product/m12-ser...s-nij-iv-plus/




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