SIZE GUIDE

Before you purchase your vest, we recommend checking your measurements to ensure your vest is the perfect fit for you. You should measure your chest, your waist and the length from the top of your sternum to your navel.

MEASUREMENT	S	M	L	XL	XXL	3XL	4XL
CHEST (CM)	86-92	97-102	107-112	117-122	127-132	137-142	147-152
WAIST (CM)	71-76	81-86	91-97	102-107	112-117	127-132	135-137

MEASUREMENT	SHORT	REGULAR	LONG
LENGTH(CM)*	30-33	34-36	37-43

*Approximate length in CM's but may vary based on each individual body type and measurements.

Please note: In order to ensure you are fully protected and have complete coverage, your vest will overlap at the cummerbund.

PROTECTION LEVEL & CERTIFICATIONS

BALLISTIC PROTECTION LEVEL IIIA

Designed to protect against high-velocity handguns up to and including .44 magnum cartridges

TESTED TO NIJ STANDARDS

Tested to the National Institute of Justice's standards to give you the best protection possible

Our Solution Will Stop Threats From

.44 MAG SJHP

.357 SIG FMJ FN

.357 MAG JSP

9 MM FMJ FN

.40 S&W FMJ

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

This vest is part of our Level IIIA collection and aims to keep you safe from 9mm rounds and .44 Magnum rounds.

Manufactured to keep you safe against gun threats, this lightweight vest allows you to fulfill your duties without being weighed down. The lightweight panel at both the front and the back of the vest collectively only weighs 1.76kg.

When wearing this vest, you’ll love the groundbreaking technology used in the lining, especially if you work in hot temperatures. Thanks to the heat escape system in the vest's inside, you’ll remain cool and ventilated throughout the day.

Made with SafeGuard certified reclaimed soft armour panels
Elastic front adjustment system with secure closure
Adjustable shoulder straps
Durable outer shell material
Internal soft aramid plates
Lightweight front and back protection
Ventilated CoolMAX mesh lining
Sizing from S to 2XL

TESTING & CERTIFICATIONS

Name: Cordura Carrier Ballistic Level IIIA Overt Vest - Black
Brand: SafeGuard Clothing
SKU: CORD-OVT-3A00-BLK-S-S
Price: 285.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Our vests go through rigorous testing to ensure they meet the standards created by the National Institute of Justice and the Centre for Applied Sciences and Technology.

LIGHTWEIGHT ARMOUR PANELS

Light as a feather protection

We strive to provide you with outstanding levels of protection at the lowest weight possible. Our panels are manufactured using cutting-edge technology that combines unmatched strength with feather-light textiles to provide you with the protection you can comfortably wear all day.

UNRIVALLED OVERT PROTECTION

Over clothing defence

If you're happy for onlookers to see your readily protected against any threats that may come your way, our range of overt protection is designed especially for you. Designed to be worn over your clothes or uniform, you'll benefit from a full range of movement and obvious protection in our Overt range.

BALLISTIC-RATED ARAMID FIBRES

Tenacious protective synthetic fibre

Our hard-wearing soft armour panels are made from military-grade aramid fibres to protect you in threatening environments. These strong fibres offer a higher level of protection than ever before thanks to their tight weave, which not only absorbs the kinetic energy of projectiles but also stops them from being to pass through the fibres.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT SIZE VEST DO I NEED?

Before you purchase your vest, we recommend checking your measurements to ensure your vest is the perfect fit for you. You should measure your chest, your waist and the length from just below your sternum to your navel.

Measurement	S	M	L	XL	XXL	3XL	4XL
Chest (cm)	86 - 92	97 - 102	107 - 112	117 - 122	127 - 132	137 - 142	147 - 152
Waist (cm)	71 - 76	81 - 86	91 - 97"	102 - 107	112 - 117	127 - 132	135 - 137

Measurement	Short	Regular	Long
Length (cm)*	30 - 33	34 - 36	37 - 43

*Approximate length in centimeters but may vary based on individual body type and measurements

HOW DO I KEEP A VEST CLEAN?

How to clean the outer vest

Remove all protective inserts and any attached accessories from the outer carrier
Make sure any fasteners such as zips or velcro adjustments are closed
See the wash instructions on the carrier care label, you will see a selection of the below icons. We recommend that you hand wash the carrier with a soft cloth or brush
To dry, hang or tumble dry on low heat (do not tumble dry the protective inserts)

How to wash the soft protective panels

Remove the panels from the carrier
Gently wash the panels with a damp sponge. Use a mixture of cool water and mild detergent
Wipe off any excess soap with a damp sponge
Dry the panels with a cloth
Only reinsert the panels into the carrier once they are fully dry

WHAT ARE SAFEGUARD CERTIFIED RECLAIMED SOFT ARMOUR PANELS?

Our solution offers a cost-effective, accessible alternative to buying body armour by utilizing partially reclaimed soft armour panels to deliver exceptional protection at affordable prices.

The reclaimed aramid materials are inspected and graded by our expert in-house armour technicians to ensure they meet our strict quality criteria. Once they have passed the inspection our soft armour panels are then paired with a new carrier to produce a high-quality ‘as new’ finished vest.

All of our vests come with a 1-year warranty and are tested to NIJ standards giving you confidence in the quality and protection of our products.

HOW DO I CHOOSE THE RIGHT PROTECTION LEVEL?

Choosing the correct protection level depends on the work you are doing. There are several different levels of protection and each level refers to the ballistic threat, edged blade threat, and/or the spike threat that they can protect you against. It is vitally important that you purchase the correct threat level for your needs to get the maximum levels of protection. Read more about the various levels of protection, here.

IS IT LEGAL TO OWN BODY ARMOUR?

Many countries have restrictions around body and where it can be bought and sold however in most countries it is legal to own body armour. In the United Kingdom, there are currently no legal restrictions on the purchase and ownership of body armour. You can read an overview of the different breakdowns on our blog.

DOES THIS PRODUCT HAVE A WARRANTY?

As part of our commitment to protecting you, we provide high-quality products. In order to guarantee the safety of our products and keep our manufacturing standards exceptionally high, we test everything from vests to helmets and plates. We offer a 1-year warranty on all our body armor inserts, making SafeGuard Clothing's products the only protection you will need. We also offer a 1-year warranty on our outer vest carriers, which protects against any manufacturer's defects. To read more about our available warranties,Click here.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE FOR THIS PRODUCT TO BE DELIVERED?

As each product is made to order, sometimes they can take a little longer to prepare. Please allow 2-3 working days for your order to be prepared, dispatched, and delivered. During promotional periods, your order may take longer to arrive. For large or multiple-item orders, please allow up to 7 working days. Orders will be dispatched Monday - Friday only, excluding bank holidays. To read more about our shipping policy,Click here

Products Reviews

looks good fits well feels comfortable though unsure on reliability as I have not been shot yet but I have overall satisfaction in the vest

Love my vest

I got this vest a few weeks ago and have adjusted the straps so it fits me perfectly. I am so happy with the weight of the vest and the durability is a bonus.

Feels nice and looks great!

I got this vest about 9 months ago and it's been brilliant. I couldn't of found a vest that was better for me! Its lightweight, durable and breathable. I've had problems in the past with heavy vests that are difficult to breath in. This solves any issue I've ever had.

Perfect for a policeman

I work with the police and decided to go out and buy my own vest rather than use a vest supplied from work and It's been great. I struggled with the old vests as they didn't fit my torso very nicely and gave me skin rashes, so I bought this vest from Safeguard and I was so happy with the outcome.

Really comfy and very flexible

This vest is great. The way in which it provides me with flexibility is just what I need. I have been in situations where I have needed high levels of flexibility and this vest provides me with that. Would recommend to anyone