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Old 09-05-2023, 9:28 AM
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Hesco 4601 today
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Old 09-07-2023, 8:38 PM
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Just saw this on Temu.
No info on thickness or weight.
If you get the 30% new temu user coupon less than $50 for two IIIa plates.
Anyone brave enough to try? LOL

Level Nij Iiia Pe Bulletproof Plate Shock Resistance Body Armor Plate Lightweight | Buy More, Save More | Temu
https://www.temu.com/level-nij-iiia-...522967100.html
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Old 09-12-2023, 8:48 AM
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is TEMU like Wish or AliExpress? I'd be wary of trusting it without manufacturing info
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Old 09-12-2023, 8:56 AM
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Some Hwin Backpack armor being private labeled for a US company pretty solid performance, but IMO heavy for backpack armor. Although stopping rifle threats comes at a weight penalty:

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Old 09-12-2023, 8:58 AM
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is TEMU like Wish or AliExpress? I'd be wary of trusting it without manufacturing info
Yes and I wouldn?t trust that. Place for anything let alone body armoir.
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Old 09-13-2023, 8:32 AM
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Plates for IIIa? Most IIIa is soft, if you're going to put up with the hassle that comes with plates, get at least III so you have rifle protection.
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Old 09-19-2023, 8:56 AM
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Highcom 4S17M today from Apex Armor Solutions: https://bit.ly/3EJ8fua

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Old 09-26-2023, 8:53 AM
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A follower sent us another BBPP SOCOM plate to demo, and wanted us to shoot 16" 308 threats at it. I would say it did very well given it's overall thickness and light weight
BBPP III+
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Old 10-03-2023, 9:39 AM
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RMA 1155. Same old Same, proven Level IV performance:
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Old 10-06-2023, 8:16 AM
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Highcom 4S17M today from Apex Armor Solutions: https://bit.ly/3EJ8fua

John going to send a 3s9m to test too? Looking at the shooter plates at 7.2lb for the 4S17M vs. 5.3lb for the 3s9m, that's near 2 pounds per plate or almost 4 pounds in total. Looking at Highcom's "Guardian Threat Chart," the only difference is lack of protection from ".30 caliber armor piercing (AP) bullets (M2 AP)." A lot of weight savings for a rare ammo for civilians so I'm leaning towards the 3s9m, thoughts?
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Old 10-07-2023, 2:38 PM
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John going to send a 3s9m to test too? Looking at the shooter plates at 7.2lb for the 4S17M vs. 5.3lb for the 3s9m, that's near 2 pounds per plate or almost 4 pounds in total. Looking at Highcom's "Guardian Threat Chart," the only difference is lack of protection from ".30 caliber armor piercing (AP) bullets (M2 AP)." A lot of weight savings for a rare ammo for civilians so I'm leaning towards the 3s9m, thoughts?
M2 ap isn?t rare. There is literally millions upon millions of rounds of it in the US. It just isn?t shot because it is so expensive. The CMP imported and sold over 2 million rounds of it 15 years ago.
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Old 10-09-2023, 7:41 PM
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M2 ap isn?t rare. There is literally millions upon millions of rounds of it in the US. It just isn?t shot because it is so expensive. The CMP imported and sold over 2 million rounds of it 15 years ago.
True, I would say M2AP is very plentiful in the US. Cheap, not so much anymore, but still around. however a majority of it all is surplus and most everyone would shoot it, is going to do so in surplus form, which is an instant handicap of 200 fps + from the rating.

I personally think a majority of folks would be fine with a solid III+ plate capable of stopping M855A1, M855, M193, and M80 ball. John did say he was going to work on sending more plates. Hopefully he can get Highcom to see the value, or at least hopefully he sale some sales from the demo, as I have been asked to test Highcom stuff for a bit.
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Old 10-09-2023, 10:23 PM
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True, I would say M2AP is very plentiful in the US. Cheap, not so much anymore, but still around. however a majority of it all is surplus and most everyone would shoot it, is going to do so in surplus form, which is an instant handicap of 200 fps + from the rating.

I personally think a majority of folks would be fine with a solid III+ plate capable of stopping M855A1, M855, M193, and M80 ball. John did say he was going to work on sending more plates. Hopefully he can get Highcom to see the value, or at least hopefully he sale some sales from the demo, as I have been asked to test Highcom stuff for a bit.
All the surplus i have seen produces over the original fps spec. I do agree that most people will be good with III+ plates. Additionally I don?t see m2 ap being used at close ranges. I just don?t like the idea that people think M2 ap is rare and isn?t a realistic threat. Either way getting hit by and 30-06 is going to suck.
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Old 10-13-2023, 6:26 PM
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Black tip 30-06 in stock

https://allammoshop.com/product/main...tip-50-rounds/
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Old 10-13-2023, 8:43 PM
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That is fake m2ap. Really usgi is 163 grains not 150. Basically they are loading 308 ap bullets into 30-06. Two totally different bullets that don?t perform the same.
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Old 10-17-2023, 8:36 AM
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That is fake m2ap. Really usgi is 163 grains not 150. Basically they are loading 308 ap bullets into 30-06. Two totally different bullets that don?t perform the same.
The bullet profile looks like m2AP, but you are correct. M61/P80 black tip is 150gr and a different core. You can denote it by it's double cannelure. One with parallel indentations, and the one above it with angled. If the seller seats them low enough it's hard to discern. Some sellers are selling M2AP, but incorrectly list the bullet weight at 155gr. They are typically 163-168gr, give or take. Most of mine are 163-165gr.
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Old 10-17-2023, 8:36 AM
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If you're not in the US looking for a solid plate, this Russian 6B43 was pretty darn amazing

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Old 10-18-2023, 7:52 PM
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Buffman what plate do you think is the best right now l?
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Old 10-22-2023, 11:53 PM
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Anyone know why Shotstop is not taking new orders until further notice?
This message pops up on their website

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Old 10-23-2023, 3:03 PM
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If you're not in the US looking for a solid plate, this Russian 6B43 was pretty darn amazing

You can find the same type of video with chinese plates stopping M855A1.
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Old 10-23-2023, 3:12 PM
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That is fake m2ap. Really usgi is 163 grains not 150. Basically they are loading 308 ap bullets into 30-06. Two totally different bullets that don?t perform the same.
3 bucks per?? Wonder how much I could get for my spam can of the real thing.
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Old 10-25-2023, 6:11 PM
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Anyone know why Shotstop is not taking new orders until further notice?
This message pops up on their website

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They are under investigation for possibly falsifying records and lying about country of origin of their plates. It's been long suspected they are Chinese ceramic plates..
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Old 10-25-2023, 6:15 PM
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Buffman what plate do you think is the best right now l?
Best I can think of commercially

Level III+
RMA 1092 G2
Militech RF2
Adept Thunder RF (no M855A1)
Hesco 3810
Stealth Armor Systems HEXAR (B4C or Alumina)
Tactical Scorpion Gear III+ Xtreme (foam edge)

Level IV:
RMA 1155
RMA 1165
Hesco 4601
Highcom 4S17M
RMA 1192
Hesco 4800
Adept Colossus
Militech RF3 Black Label
Stealth Armor Systems Dragon Skin or Hexar Solid
Spartan Armor Hercules Xtreme (formally Ares)
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Old 10-25-2023, 6:17 PM
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Hesco 4800. Super Light weight, but AP protection is in line with ESAPI

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Old 10-31-2023, 9:39 AM
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Hesco 4800LV. Similar performance to the 4800 but with more backface


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Old 11-28-2023, 10:44 AM
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Dragon SKin 2022


DFNDR Level IV:
Bulletproof Zone has a better price on these: https://bit.ly/46swUyp
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Old 11-28-2023, 11:30 AM
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Old 12-26-2023, 8:36 AM
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TSG's ASP plate. Good backpack application, but would like to see M855A1 coverage, and slightly better construction. In reality M193 and M855 in the real world from shorter barrels will be no issue for this plate.

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Old 01-02-2024, 8:37 AM
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Old 01-11-2024, 9:50 PM
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What would be a good package, carrier and plates? I am looking to get something to use if the time comes that I need to run for the hills. I am thinking the bigger plates, 11x14, and maybe side plates. Not sure where to look.
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Old 01-23-2024, 8:30 AM
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I'd measure yourself to ensure proper plate size. There's tons of places to buy gear and a lot of it depends on your budget. Apex Armor Solutions sells Highcom and LTC packages. RMA Defense is a manufacturer and sells their own plates as well as carriers...
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Old 01-23-2024, 8:52 AM
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This is kind of a play on the "body armor expires" myth that still runs rampant online. We've tested armor outside of it's warranty period and it held up just fine. RMA was nice enough to send out some 1155 plates 3 yrs ago. One stayed in my house as the control, one was left open to the elements of Michigan's weather, and one was thrown in a swamp. The only material that may have come into question after this time was the adhesive for the strike face foam on the swamp plate. I was easily able to peel the entire sheet off during teardown. All 3 plates stopped the 1 required M2AP and then some. These tests do not come without great cost in terms of time, editing, and materials. I do have an affiliate discount code with RMA "buffman" if you were looking to make a purchase
https://bit.ly/3r2P2A9

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I'd measure yourself to ensure proper plate size. There's tons of places to buy gear and a lot of it depends on your budget. Apex Armor Solutions sells Highcom and LTC packages. RMA Defense is a manufacturer and sells their own plates as well as carriers...

Thank you for the help. I am looking at 2 of the setups at Apex. You are correct that there are a lot to choose from. I think I am most interested in making sure I am getting quality plates. I used your list of plates earlier in this thread to help choose the setups, thank you for those recommendations.

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Old 01-30-2024, 7:59 PM
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A follow up to the 3yr RMA 1155 test is now we see how Chinese import level IV's peform

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Old 02-20-2024, 9:26 AM
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I've had these in the pile for 2 yrs and forgot about them. These employ a Sic monolithic strike face, but it does not extend edge to edge. We have drop face foam, and what appears to be a higher quality or better attention to detail on the PE backing. Delamination of the backer still occured more than I would like to see, but otherwise the plate did OK. The SiC did not hold to 1/2 of the 100 fps over spec M2AP. At $200 pop I personally feel the 4S17M from Highcom or RMA's 1165 is a better value at not much more. I do have an affiliate code with LAPG "buffman10" so if you are interested in supporting the destruction of more armor, then by all means

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Old 02-21-2024, 9:43 PM
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I picked up some RMA Armament level 4 plates at about 2 years ago and the biggest issue I have with plates I've had throughout the years is they are not light. So weight will be the biggest issue. They crazy heavy but when you start packing on mags and so onto you carrier you might be a problem. Price wise they run about $160 per plate

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Old 03-26-2024, 1:34 PM
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Thanks for the report on RMA; ordered the 1155 system with trauma pad and Tailwind carrier. Thank you Matt for your excellent reporting and discount code

Will report back with my impressions. I did not order the side plates/carrier at this time.

Updated to add that all parts shipped within 24 hours of order, package weighs about 21 pounds and should be here mid-week. So far, no complaints.

Has anyone done a torque test on a new panel to ensure it wasn't damaged in construction or shipping? I know Matt tests the ceramic panels with a drop test/torque test when evaluating them. UPS can be brutal on stuff

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