Yeah

Where did you order the “compliant” plates from?

RTS tactical

Was new to armor and didn't know there was a difference, rather have something certified

Yeah when it comes to getting shot at that piece of mind helps

Yeah, I asked them why they weren't certified and I didn't like their answer

Of course you could get shot in the face which would piss me off after spending money on plates

Listed is referencing the certified list

😆 that’s a shit explanation

Tbh getting shot in the face is cheaper

Yeah, was looking for reassurance and lost faith lol

"And what not" sounds like imma look like some Swiss cheese

Not very reassuring.

They said 2 week lead time
So for like an extra 100
I get certified plates, a better carrier and shipping this week

Yes I would have done the same

Thats including 2 day shipping I payed on top cause I want my plates 😭

V nice

Got my whole set up

Looks like I just signed my life away for college and a Camero

I bought plates and a carrier from Spartan. Got it on sale in February for less than $500. 11x14 plates, 6x8 side plates and their XL carrier since I’m built like a whiskey barrel

Gonna be covered like a tank tho

Have you used side plates before?

Yeah they’re... uncomfortable

I was curious if they're uncomfortable

Nevermind

Lol

Can you still move around alright?

Oh yeah I can shoot from a squat or prone position no problem

It’s all about how you attach them and what your cummerbund does to support them

I'm just gonna face towards the fire

Pro tip to save money on plates

When walking though they do tend to dig into your arms a bit so I just hang the shoulder straps. In a combat situation I’d rather be mildly uncomfortable and have that extra protection.

Hang on to the shoulder straps

Yeah fair
I think side pates would make my set up unbearable

Have a backpack that would make it dig into me if SHTF

I mean plate bags can be integrated into the harness system of sustainment packs

As can armor components and load bearing

Smaller guys can probably get away with not having the side plates. Hoplite has some nice shoulder plates. Would be a nice addition if they were made to work with other carriers

I was in the med chat the other day and a guy recommended 4 tourniquets, one for each limb (he knows more than me so know mines a joke lol)
All I was thinking was if I need 4 I don't think I'm gonna make it lol

I think one or maybe two is plenty lol