Safe Life Defense Complete Body Armor Bundle Test & Review

Safe Life Defense is offering an armor bundle kit with Level III concealable armor & carrier, tactical carrier, and hard armor that performs to Level IV standards with the kit so we put it to the test to see what it can and can't handle 🇺🇸
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[@Gunny-nq1pb]

Well, I don't know about the plates but the select fire SCAR is pure entertainment!

[@Mrgunsngear]

Indeed

[@talinra3160]

@@Mrgunsngearlove the show. But how is everyone getting modern machine guns?? Not that I'm complaining...I wanna know what I need to do lol

[@ghost9431]

@@talinra3160 They have a type 7 ffl with an sot. Way to much to explain for me but it's enough to look it up

[@talinra3160]

@@ghost9431 thanks for the info Will definitely look up🤘🍻🤘

[@cccalifornia7206]

@@talinra3160 cough up $30,000 and pass an EXTENSIVE BACK GROUND CHECK

[@williamschutter8465]

You do rock. Consistently excellent work. I follow your recommendations religiously

[@723racing]

Ordered mine today! Had some account issues so I called in and they gave me a 10% off discount code (I had recently purchased their belt and liked it) and I was like "naaaa... wanna hook one of my favorite KZbin channels up, gonna use their code" ;) Good stuff man, keep it coming!

[@HeartsOfFlesh]

Thanks for this. I was considering putting my plates into a separate carrier from the soft 3a+ for my workshop. This gave me the answers I was looking for.

[@jessewalker5418]

Watching these tests never get old I thought about doing one myself be safe have a good day.

[@meanman6992]

The controlled bursts from the MG's demonstrate select fire definitely has its place and would be quite nice to have in a CQB situation.

[@Bsquared1972]

Great vid--love your armor reviews!

[@urbanjungle9600]

The after effects of the Scar were a joy to behold!

[@bigDrob]

Even with the armor stopping the rounds, guarantee your shoulders played patty cake

[@Mrgunsngear]

😂

[@Halal_Dan]

@Whats Up? Yup they are

[@jeremyhoggatt972]

@Whats Up? You realize most of the stuff in your house is made in china, or has china sourced parts. The device you used to write that is chock full of chinese parts.......

[@Halal_Dan]

@@jeremyhoggatt972 None of those things are life saving devices.

[@WideAwakeHuman]

@@Halal_Dan so he says in the video "American made"... But you're saying they're make in China?.. what gives bro?

[@calebchan-nantais5308]

Imagine he was your dad... Taking you out for a range day. So many toys lol!

[@dodgersfnshepard8673]

I wouldn't complain but I'd rather have Eric pettyway

[@R.gr98]

Imagine if he was your girlfriends dad😳

[@luddaman924wsi]

And always has ammo to burn!!!

[@LONEWOLF_LCD]

Wonder if he would adopt a older child lol

[@ardevenuta37]

Sounds like you're fantasizing. Maybe, he'd give you a good spanking, Sonny..😂😂😂

[@Sanstorms99]

i really enjoy your content this year!! im HOPEING TO SEE MORE OF YOUR CONTENT IN 2021 HAVE A HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

[@Mrgunsngear]

Happy new year!!

[@randybounds2244]

Hope you had a Merry Christmas Mike, God Bless

[@Mrgunsngear]

Same to you!

[@codybutler1012]

Great informative content as usual

[@mikehoncho6737]

Safelife defense level 4 plates need to be used in conjunction with the level 3 soft armor to meet those level 4 standards, according to safelife defense. The plate is not stand alone level 4

[@therealandrewcano]

Yep says so on the plate he holds up to the camera. What's the deal? 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@mattd9881]

As he mentions multiple times..

[@mikehoncho6737]

@@mattd9881 someone is a little late to the party haha

[@rich70912]

i’m late but what are the plates rated stand alone ?

[@joshuab7737]

@@rich70912 They aren't. They are ICW plates by design, so they will always be tested ICW soft armor. US Army uses a similar plate setup. Level IV ICW.

[@rowdyron4111]

Great stuff Mike. Thanks.

[@rodjohnson1000]

Man,it must be great to be Mrgunsngear. So many cool toys! 👍🏼🇺🇸✌

[@ColeDedhand]

$1,000... Really makes you appreciate the value of those LAPG plates.

[@Halal_Dan]

LAPG is chinesium with a thick cheat ring

[@user-ig2eq4xm3g]

yes their plates are really affordable!

[@arcangelkriz1561]

It’s a bundle you get more with safelife. Lapg plates are really good

[@Tatertots1911]

been wearing there lvl 3A+ for over a year now for work, it takes a LONG time to break in, 12 hour shifts 4-5 days a week. i really noticed it broke in about 6 months down the road. Note that the 3A+ is kind of thick. a tip would be to get a different carrier. for $30 i got a safari land concealable carrier and it helped a lot to conceal it better and fit better.

[@AKlover]

Body armor sales have slowed apparently, hopefully ammo is next.

[@mrs.vasquezz]

@Whats Up? oh yea RMA had 8 week lead time up from 2 to 4

[@AKlover]

@Whats Up? 3 months ago you couldn't find it. I ordered my second set from LAPG when some popped up. Fortunately without incident, they used to have A horrible reputation and earned every bit of it.

[@chrisrobbins9058]

if you got channels like this getting free fucking ammo, you aint getting what you want for ammo any fucking time soon.

[@AKlover]

@@chrisrobbins9058 If every put off panic buying ammo for two weeks supply would return and prices would drop drastically. Really is that simple. I bought a gun two months ago I haven't shot yet because I don't want to spend the stash I have.

[@almostontimehero5415]

Sales have slowed because the waiting list is two months long. I'll try to buy a JPC carrier in the late spring.

[@THENATURAL0949]

Mrgunsngear is my spirit animal. Love the content. That is all.

[@Mrgunsngear]

😁

[@bonecoldfleasaustin]

I love Safe Life Defense products. Great quality. Need to purchase their duty belt.

[@rockcop222]

I wear their duty belt daily. Love it!

[@badmpg]

6:44...I mean yes, no pass through, but that hit seems like it would still ruin your afternoon!

[@JamesSmullins]

Broken ribs still beat a gapping hole in lungs and heart. You will be down but certainly not out.

[@badmpg]

@@JamesSmullinstypically agree with you, but I don't know from a hit from that m2....it didn't go through the plate but plenty of cases out there of people out for good from blunt trauma from backside deformation of plates. That looks nasty

[@JamesSmullins]

@@badmpg it would have to be a direct hit to the heart for that to happen. Any where else and it's going to hurt bad and maybe puncture a lung from a broken rib but that's easily survivable these days. Most blunt trauma deaths are to the head and it takes a really hard hit to do that.

[@badmpg]

​@@JamesSmullins don't forget the liver.

[@JamesSmullins]

@@badmpg but that's outside the body armor anyway I believe.

[@RED7309]

I'm jealous as hell of that G36, literally a dream gun of mine.

[@15harney1987]

HK SL8. Comes with a boxy thumbhoke stock, but kits are available to make them look like a standard G36. My local gun store is selling one for $1500

[@DanielBoone337]

Damn man you always gotta flex a bit with them machine guns!!! I would do the same... LOL Great video as always keepem coming brother.

[@Mrgunsngear]

🇺🇸

[@DanielBoone337]

@@Mrgunsngear Amen to that!!!!

[@xringarcher1440]

I ordered this safe life bundle last month, still waiting on it (plates were backordered), but this is really good info to know.

[@user-ig2eq4xm3g]

i got mine about 3 weeks ago i was able to get everything sent in a few weeks but the tactical carrier was back ordered and just finally got sent out yesterday!

[@unklemike5012]

I still need the Level 4 inserts, but I have the 3A+ "Tactical" vest and I really like it. I'm a big guy, so my options were limited, but I have no regrets on the decision even if I lose a lot of weight as planned.

[@unklemike5012]

@Invalid Characters thanks, man! I'm down somewhere north of 100lbs so far! I'm eating strictly Carnivore and I moved to AZ and got a pool so I can swim every day. It's been a huge help. I have AxSpA, so exercise is difficult, but I'm making progress! My vest fits even better now! The more I lose, the less it wants to move as I move, which is great. I still need to get some rifle inserts though, lol.

[@BO2R3aperGamIng]

@@unklemike5012 I’m considering buying I’m 5’10 198 pounds but I plan on losing a lot more weight at least to my 180s, what size would u recommend m?

[@unklemike5012]

@@BO2R3aperGamIng I think they have a sizing guide on the website, but it's probably similar to your t shirt size. They have a new material out now that's even better for Level 3A+. I would definitely go that route. Looks like it's lighter and it's much more rigid under impact somehow, but still flexible. @TopshotDustin just did a video on it. I'll be switching as soon as they come up with a trade in program of some kind. Anyway, if you wear a 3XL t-shirt, probably the 3XL vest is good. Personally, I chose a size larger so I could wear mine over a light jacket if I wanted.

[@robosdrumworld]

I’m glad I ordered this bundle pack. It should be here within the next few days.

[@QuickPLFMA]

Any complaints? I am considering it

[@robosdrumworld]

Not at all Sir I’m wearing it now for work ask we speak.

[@dangerousfreedom5340]

@@robosdrumworld still no complaints? I’m looking to get it for armed security.

[@robosdrumworld]

@@dangerousfreedom5340 still no complaints Sir!!

[@carlosx1576]

@@robosdrumworldquestion I know the bundle says it comes with 3a+ panels ,can that stop 5.56 or 7.62

[@cz1always608]

Way cool thanks... you do enjoy yourself..

[@shozanhanma2709]

I love armour tests!

[@bobbymalcich63]

I HOPE YOU HAD A MERRY CHRISTMAS MIKE AND YOUR FAMILY!!!!!!!!!

[@Mrgunsngear]

Ditto

[@IndiaJulietEcho]

Yes it works but it also has its issues. I will say you get what you pay for. I have the exact same kit and I spend five days a week working 12 hour shifts on duty in Southern California. I’m not sure short of it being military issue any gear that’s gonna be able to put up with that kind of abuse. Overall performance is good. Just needs to be tightened up a little bit. It’s also learning how to move around with that much armor on your torso.

[@doubleoddbuck00]

Table taking rounds steals the show...Lol!!!

[@SAR0311]

I just received this bundle but I'm seriously thinking about returning it while I still can. Once my money is deposited back I can easily replace it with something I better. I'd prefer traditional carrier and plates, even my og pointblank Molly flack sapi plates from 03&04 oif1&oif2. The tactical carrier with iiia side pads really sucks and will never fit right. So many options these days and you don't always get more bang for more buck$,$$$

[@shelshoc27]

Just ordered thanks

[@HEXY-on-Steam]

Damn man that dock view is beautiful

[@raker1980]

Great review

[@zorro8410]

Thank u sir!

[@joedickerson5789]

Cool, will definitely use that coupon code. 10% off is pretty good for that price an item.

[@Birdmanthedog]

Look at hesco or rma or any other company that actually makes gear that gets nij tested. Safelifes armor is extremely expensive and extremely heavy. All these reviews for their armor is paid for I believe these weigh 8 lbs per ft compared to most quality qear weighing 5.5 lbs per ft at the same price. I’d look at hesco first.

[@fishpony1211]

Seems like ur table is pretty bullet proof as well lol... nice review!!

[@youngtrav8696]

That first round went right thru dude. You can see the hole

[@protectpersevere2030]

Great stuff

[@dhellbusch74]

I just got this kit last week

[@_Kitchen_]

So the hard plates are only level IV rated when worn ICW(In conjunction with) with level IIIA underneath

[@andreahighsides7756]

That’s pretty common

[@StPaul76]

You have a machine gun SCAR in 7,62x51.? Not exactly every Joe's arsenal.. Kudos my man! :D

[@BigPoppa23]

Great video

[@trumpurace1635]

Mrgunsngear, Based on your experience and in your opinion, what are your 2 top options for body armor regardless of cost? FRAS?

[@CokenOpi]

i just want to say that 1903 is a beautiful rifle

[@THEAR15ONA]

Awww poor shooting table! Fun video.

[@Mrgunsngear]

😂

[@wildcat8598]

I’m probably gonna pass on these but the video was great just off the cool tools we got to see!!!👍

[@michaelgordon1950]

You should test American Blast Systems 1.6 NIJ ICW Lightweight Level III Plate.

[@stang3331]

There's several more options for a lot less that do just as good or better job.

[@jpphilosopher]

Like what?

[@bebop_557]

Just a little error, MrG: Most """concealable""" armor isn't meant to be super low profile. It's mean to be worn underneath your uniform on duty so that you're still in compliance with dress code policies of most police, security, corrections, bounty hunters, etc.

[@henrigreene3781]

Looks like you've been cast for the next Viking mini series on the history channel. Get some tats and you could play Ragnar Lothbrook.

[@davejob630]

Thanks for the review... very impressive with the point blank 306 black tips...Armour tech has come a long way... If I wasn't an Aussie and lived in the States I'd be sold I reckon. Anyhow, cheers and All the best of the festive season to you and yours. And I'm praying for reason to return to your political process.

[@deyonsadler6828]

I love the casual, “and of course this SCAR is a machine gun, so we’ll try to keep to on it” ahhhh I love America..

[@TheTmshuman]

Finally ordered the FRAS using your code. Should have got one straight away when they where 1,800.

[@bobdole6416]

I still think the FRAS is risky because there has been limited testing cold weather, falling to the ground, and basically abusing the armor in real world situations to ensure the tiles don’t displace or crack. Plus the cost of course.

[@TheTmshuman]

@@bobdole6416 I have conventional armor as well. I figure this stuff is like dragon skin 2.0 and a bit better than IIIa next to the night stand.

[@Mrgunsngear]

nice

[@shaggycar1]

I carry appendix. Does the vest inhibit your draw? or is it a training thing?

[@Longlivetherepubli]

How good would a carrier be if you had this 3a soft armor and put in that stand alone level 4 plate from battle steel!

[@texasbeast239]

It'd be real cool if someone could test the Lehigh Gucci gear Xtreme Penetrator and Xtreme Defender round against this. Liberty doesn't have velocity AND structural integrity AND mass retention like the Lehighs.

[@peterv1318]

Fort Scott 9mm and 357sig will go through the level 3A+

[@BuffRANGE]

Le bits de screwdriver lack construction to penetrate UHWMPE fibers used in these type of vests. the Fort Scott Munitions bullet is better suited for that.

[@nwvideographotographer7186]

You are aware that safelite doesn't recommend that you overlap the vest on the sides. They say it is meant to be flush and butt back to back on the sides, if you have overlap it is to big.

[@user-ig2eq4xm3g]

i saw that and good to know i was worried mine has a very small gaps on both sides but i need to lose a few pounds anyway xD might get the little side panels

[@miketyson8933]

My Hesco says it will take 8 shots of AP they are ceramic so they do better, I thought Safelife was ceramic on their plates. Either way they are good to stop a 30.06 they are more powerful then the .308

[@MrChuckwagon55]

The plates said “made in China.”

[@allenneil8728]

Well that did it for me.

[@JoeyDirtsteez]

And at the end he said made in Vegas

[@texasbeast239]

Assembled in China. Sold by a company based in Las Vegas.

[@AKlover]

@@texasbeast239 "Alumina" look it up.

[@texasbeast239]

I don't know which of his vids he's talking about where he toured the Safe Life facility in Vegas. But in this one, kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpawq4xtjKqEoa8 , he tours the place and all I can see being assembled by Americans is some of the webbing and decorations, and maybe an outer carrier vest. (Admittedly, they would have a vested interest in not allowing him to show certain parts of their process for trade secret reasons.) But do we really have any evidence that any of the actual *armor* part of these is made here in the US?

[@beachdrugpanda]

I emailed safelife and asked if just the plates will stop m855 m193 and all 7.62x39 and they wouldn't shoot me straight so to speak I had in my mind that they may be good for the plate carrier I want

[@itreehorsenumber3]

If the FRAS wasn't $2000+, I'd get me some.

[@itreehorsenumber3]

@@brandon1423 Spreading it over four months doesn't alter the cost. But yes, that's another downside. I'll likely go with AR500 though, as the poly armor won't stop M855 or M193. In addition to the fact that poly plates may or may not stop rounds that impact the edges.

[@benp.1710]

@@itreehorsenumber3 Yikes ar500 is dangerous; Ive had a pair of my own and after about 1 shot from a pistol the spalling to catch the bullet is gone. It shoots shrapnel straight into your chin. Also heavy as hell, just go with ceramic plates that are nij certified, you can get them for just a little more and it is definitely worth it to spend more when your life depends on it.

[@Halal_Dan]

@@itreehorsenumber3 Stealth Armor Systems Hexar is better than FRAS at the same cost and not Chinese made.

[@juliusnewman2094]

These are my plates. I got them on sale. It seems like a good buy for less than $600.

[@itreehorsenumber3]

@@benp.1710 Ceramic isn't really multi-hit capable, and can be ruined if it's dropped. I'd much rather be dealing with spall on follow up shots, than pass-throughs. Which is what someone wearing ceramic would have to look forward to. Wrapping the AR500 in a thin layer of kevlar (or equivalent), would solve the issue.

[@wooddawg4868]

Those vest are excellent in the the 3A + version. As far as plates I have 3A plus steel.

[@ArmamentAxes]

I always hit the thumbs up Mike so I guess im in the 30 % ?

[@CallofDoobie585]

Jesus. Hope its not the wifes table lol. You tore that bad boy up lol . Keep em comin Mike!!! Respect

[@vaughn1376378]

Order completed

[@imumble3394]

would you be willing to test the shellback tactical 4s17 ceramic plates?

[@7641955]

Does the armor without plates protect you from bullets and if so what kind?

[@louisrangel9877]

I love your content, thanks. Do you have a Rumble account? I don´t want to use YT anymore.

[@djups0686]

5:43 The round hit so hard it knocked the image pixelated

[@RVingwithG]

It may have stopped that round but I am sure that guy is a goner.

[@davidsherrill9121]

No shit. Can u imagine a 3 in depression in chest

[@bigDrob]

@@davidsherrill9121 hit so hard in the chest, I guarantee you that your shoulders will clap

[@toddk1377]

With it being in the plate carrier and having soft body armor behind it, the combo will absorb a lot of that energy, but still, it's gonna hurt. That's why I run steel plates with trauma pads behind them. Maybe more weight but there won't be any depressions. I'll be trading the chance of a depression for a chance of spalling, unfortunately there's pro's and con's to either set up.

[@russream3732]

So you need the plate and carrier to work getting the lvl IV protection? “Why not just get the carrier (if someone needs the concealment option and then buy true “stand alone” lvl IV plates?” (Battle steel would be a little over $200 for both plates lvl IV,....hmmm) Is there some weight savings by using their plates?

[@collectornick4270]

Yeah they are slightly lighter/ thinner but at that point it depends on what plate your comparing it to. They would be significantly lighter and thinner compared to RMAs 1155s which are standalone but like I said it would depend on what plate your using.

[@TheBrandonDawson]

This fuckin guy. I had no idea your scar was full auto. As if that wasn’t enough you have my dream rifle being the G36 in full auto. I had to tape it down by the end of the video... good content as always.

[@bobwampler3387]

You have way too much fun when you test armor. You look like a kid at Christmas.😄

[@Mrgunsngear]

100%

[@EastCoastMan603]

I just realized I went to high school with the ceo of SafeLifeDefense. Good dude. Awesome plates btw.

[@johnbrown4568]

Cool story...Thx

[@TRUTHandANSWERS]

Do you personally recommend this bundle? Leo/paramedic

[@CaptGus]

Off topic! But do you still have that (Seeall open site ) on your shotgun

[@jonathanaponte4873]

So u need to buy the incerts for the concealed one

[@SoCalPatriot81]

good entertainment for sure!

[@skawalker35]

I'm shopping for good value plates and not sure about AR500 steel due to spalling. Wouldn't larger caliber rounds pushing out the back still kill you? That's a lot of force!

[@Mrgunsngear]

check out my body armor 101 video

[@troy2111]

Too me it sounds like putting 3-5 more soft plates under (if possible) would work rather well

[@generic_sauce]

My main question is does the plate offer level protection with ANY 3a vest or does it have to specifically be a safe life one?

[@Mrgunsngear]

indeed

[@miketyson8933]

I have level 4 plates but I have a few vulnerable spots on the sides and if in a war zone type battle I would want something that drops down and protects the dik & ballz

[@Angry-Little-Fish]

What plate size can they fit? In the safelife concealable vest

[@SaffuillaKarman]

Hm, didn't I see on the label of the plate that it's made in China? So, is every part made in Las Vegas or only part of it?

[@ketobeast8489]

What’s the rating for these in just a standard plate carrier like the Ferro Slikster?

[@DH-mp6fg]

I cant even imagine the pain you would feel being hit with that 30/06

[@ericpaulthompson1386]

Ask the deers they hate it

[@Paddy2025]

MRO HD review anytime soon?

[@Call_Me_Dragon]

Dude you are a video making machine

[@austinwolfe3208]

So if you wear the plate as 'stand alone' would it be just lvl 3 protection?

[@collectornick4270]

In theory yes, but it's hard to tell with all the different manufacturers and the different ways they make them. Also the NIJ won't test/ certify ICW plates.

[@itstiny.]

Just gonna assume tossing some 3+ plates in this would be a tad too heavy.

[@crimsoncymera7548]

I like that sweater you have, where can I get one??

[@billstevens5277]

Wat, no test with the 240 Bravo?

[@NAWFSIDE_SLIM]

What distance were you shooting from?

[@billstevens5277]

Might have to go shopping for another table?

[@quintonmullins19]

The hard plate sits too low to wear it properly

[@krishiatt7203]

I don't think you want to have a fight with the guy carrying a Scar! Damn that shows the power really well.

[@Mrgunsngear]

Indeed

[@krishiatt7203]

@@Mrgunsngear Loving you video's brother, keep them coming and have a healthy and safe new year.

[@guap3189]

So all this for $151? On the website it says it