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Micahweeks · February 7, 2011, 08:33 AM

I am looking for thoughts on body armor that meets certain criteria. In the past, I would just wear one over my shirt, but now I have to conceal it, something I've never had to contend with when it comes to body armor. So, in my transition to plain clothes work, I need your help. This is what I need.

1. Full side coverage.
2. Relatively lightweight. (I'm not averse to anything under, say, 20 lbs.)
3. Preferably, level IIIA or III. (Two West Memphis officers were shot by AK47s last year, so that need for III+ is a possibility... and it'll sooth the Mrs.)
4. Easy to maintain/clean.

I know that concealable rifle armor isn't exactly common, if it exists at all. So, let me know what you gear gurus think!

February 7, 2011, 08:33 AM	#1
Micahweeks Senior Member Join Date: February 21, 2009 Location: North Mississippi Posts: 854	Opinions on body armor. I am looking for thoughts on body armor that meets certain criteria. In the past, I would just wear one over my shirt, but now I have to conceal it, something I've never had to contend with when it comes to body armor. So, in my transition to plain clothes work, I need your help. This is what I need. 1. Full side coverage. 2. Relatively lightweight. (I'm not averse to anything under, say, 20 lbs.) 3. Preferably, level IIIA or III. (Two West Memphis officers were shot by AK47s last year, so that need for III+ is a possibility... and it'll sooth the Mrs.) 4. Easy to maintain/clean. I know that concealable rifle armor isn't exactly common, if it exists at all. So, let me know what you gear gurus think!