Some armor has default vest sizes. Using a sizing chart you can estimate the closest generic size, however ordering with a sizing form will always give you the most accurate sizing.
Female vests should always be ordered with a sizing for a proper fit. In some cases male vests could be used, but it is usually not recommended.
To estimate your size to the closest generic vest size:
Measure your chest and add 2, i.e. 40+2=42.
Measure your waist and add 6, i.e. 38+6=44.
Pick the larger of the two, in this case 44.
If you have more than 6 between these two numbers average them out and if necessary round up to the nearest even number, i.e. 48μ40=44.
Measure your front length while sitting.
(Clavicle to above the navel)
13 to 14 = R and 15 to 16 = L
If your vest rises up when sitting, the SSBS Neoprene straps can be trimmed to raise the vest.
NOTE: In this case, please call us so as not to damage the product and void your warranty.
Understand that these are estimations for a quick fit; for a proper fit it's always best to order with a sizing form. The professionals at Body Armor Outlet can walk you through the process if you have any questions.
How to tell if your concealable body armor fits correctly: Concealable body armor should cover your center mass vitals, and achieve anywhere from a 2 inch gap on each side (for the most mobility) to overlapping of the ballistic panels on the sides where the front and back panels meet (for the most protection).
The first thing to remember when trying on vests is that your front panel should always lay over your rear panel as threats typically come from in front of you, and this ensures that the overlap on the side of the vest is rear facing.
A correctly sized vest will cover you from 1-1.5 inches below the top of your breastbone, to 1-2 inches above your navel (belly button) in length. The width, as mentioned earlier, should achieve anywhere from a 2 inch gap to 1" of overlapping where the front and rear panels meet. Your personal preference may dictate minor variations in comfort, mobility, concealment, and protection.
A vest that is too small for the user will lack the needed coverage to ensure proper protection with large gaps of coverage as well as being too tight and constricting, whereas a vest that is too large will shift, bunch, and crumple while it's being worn, causing pinch points and poor protection. It is a crucial step when buying body armor to ensure that it fits properly so that it performs at its peak level.
If you have any questions at all about armor sizing, don't hesitate to call us. Our highly trained staff will assist you in getting the best fit possible.
For charts, choose from one of our available sizing charts below.
Please note: there is currently a 12 week lead time on all US Armor products.
Enforcer 5000 Series - Level II
The Enforcer 5000 is our advanced .06 hybrid design combining Honeywell's Gold Flex®, Spectra Shield® II fabric and DuPont's™ proven Kevlar® XP. The end result is the lightest, thinnest and most flexible NIJ .06 Certified vest that has been created to date. You will feel the difference!
Standard Features:
6-point elastic/VELCRO® closure system
Removable strap system
6" x 8" Soft Ballistic Trauma Plate
Shirt Tails
Aerial Density
0.85 lbs/sq/ft (13.6 oz./sq. ft.) - Male II
Thickness: 0.19 In
Ballistic Capabilities
9mm (124 gr FMJ RN) - 1761 fps / 536.75 mps
.357 Magnum (158 gr JSP) - 1617 fps / 492.86 mps
Features:
Thermocules™ can be incorporated into fabrics and fibers and have the capacity to absorb, store and release excess heat
Thermocules™ pro-actively manage heat while controlling the production of moisture before it begins
As the skin gets hot, the heat is absorbed, and as it cools, that heat is released
Thermocules™ regulate the skin’s microclimate
Optional Features (Not Included)
Ranger 12, 100, 200, 300, 500 and other US Armor Outer Carriers
The Enforcer 5000 is a ballistic panel only; this package comes with the HVC Carrier.
HVC Carrier Options:
HVC Standard Concealable Carrier
HVC Concealable Carrier with Outlast® Technology
US Armor Standard Sizing for Vests
Front Panel
Back Panel
Small Short
18x11.5
14.5x13.5
Small Regular
18x12.5
14.5x14.5
Small Long
18x13.5
14.5x15.5
Medium Short
19x12
17.5x14.5
Medium Regular
19x13
17.5x15.5
Medium Long
19x14
17.5x16.5
Large Short
19.5x13
19.5x15
Large Regular
19.5x14
19.5x16
Large Long
19.5x15
19.5x17
X-Large Short
20x13
22x15
X-Large Regular
20x14
22x16
X-Large Long
20x15
22x17
2X-Large Short
21x13.5
25x15.5
2X-Large Regular
21x14.5
25x16.5
2X-Large Long
21x15.5
25x17.5
3X-Large Short
22x14
27.5x16.5
3X-Large Regular
22x15
27.5x17.5
3X-Large Long
22x16
27.5x18.5
Outlast® Technology
A new, innovative technology just released from U.S. Armor in 2015 is the Outlast® Outer Carrier. Outlast® is a heat-managing fabric originally designed for NASA to regulate the body temperatures of astronauts' suits. Now, this Certified Space Technology™ has been made available and U.S. Armor Corporation has incorporated its unique phase-changing material into their concealable body armor carriers. The positive response from law enforcement testing this new technology has indeed been remarkable. Officers nationwide have been praising the curious cool feeling that comes across during times of increased temperatures and stress along with the reduction in fatigue and increased quality of life that this new carrier produces in the line of duty.
