Best Compact Body Armor? Freeman from AR500 Armor
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I have a question, would this fit an average size 12 year old?
Yes, though a 10x12 plate in something like the Veritas would fit as well and would give better coverage. You’d need to be pretty small for a 9x9 plate to be full coverage.
How tall are you twang? Will an 8x10 fit the Freeman?
Wish I watched this before I ordered mine
@@Jojo69869 in the video I think he said he was 5'-8" and 180lbs.
WOW THIS IS WHAT I NEED!! On my income I maybe can buy one for me and my wife. We live on a income of less than $800 US a month. Thanks SO much for sharing this. Maybe soon I can buy a few of tho's. WOW what a true blessing thanks for sharing.. God Bless Brother..
Hey, some armor is better than no armor and I bet this would work great for younger or smaller family members in an emergency. Great video
@@Libertarian_Neighbor You realize you can get anti-spall coating, right? And how is it a gimmick? It's just a compact armor system, nothing to be a gimmick.
Yeah, you’re shooting your mouth off without knowing what you’re talking about. Paxcon that coats the armor can stop the fragments from multiple hits. I’ve shown it before on this channel.
Would that work for a 12 year old?
Yup I’m i 13 year old that dose 3 gun I like this plate when I shoot rifle at steel at close range
I know it's small but this thing is so versatile...I have a triple Mag kangaroo pouch and IFAK on mine with a jerry rigged hydration/admin bag on the back and it all fits in the same carry bag as my AR...the flat plates are perfect...and I'm not some asshole civilian fanboy, I served 8 years in Army Special Operations so I know a lot about a little bit...point blank, know what you're buying, know it's capabilities and limitations, msrp is at a no excuses price...I highly recommend.
Thanks for adding your experience to the conversation.
@@TWANGnBANG Thanks for the awesome content...I can inevitably find coverage on your channel that isn't offered anywhere else, so it's greatly appreciated.
good thing i watched this. just canceled my order lol this thing is TINY
For anyone watching today, the freeman budle is $99 on ar500 right now, curved and flat. I bought two and don’t regret it one bit.
I absolutely LOVe the quality of your videos. It really feels like watching a TV show 💪🙏
Thanks! That was always the purpose of my format from my very first video.
I’ll say this, on the topic of mobility. Most times in a gun fight who shoots first wins, id rather be quick with the freeman than slower with a bigger rig.
I’m most impressed by that camera bag!
I got mine for competition too. I have a full size level 4 carrier that i didnt want to destroy just playing games. But the freeman set up is cheaper than any steel training plate or low grade steel i could find.
Once i got it. I think its awesome. Way more mobility and it still covers thw most critical areas. Its even concealable under a hoodie or big t shirt.
Nice!
I hadn't really thought about it, but I agree the "get home bag" is a concept where this armor has some strengths. It might not be as helpful if you're in a situation where you're expecting violence; but it's providing some pretty good protection in a less obtrusive package.
To that end, I also think the flat option is more useful because you can't necessarily tell how big a user will be. If you've got a broad person wearing them, curved plates could mean the edges are digging annoyingly into their chest.
I got it when they had a $90 sale. We have some small framed family.
Before this stuff though make sure the rest of your house is order with food, water etc.
*What's next, the bikini body armor?*
No that would be too bulky. Lvl 4 athletic cup.
That's already a bikini armor. So many places to shoot it's pointless.
a 8205 its gonna protect your vitals
I have been enjoying the level 3 thong immensely.
@@user-uc1oy3zk4t not when you are down on a gun square to target with a helmet on.
Just ordered this one last night! I'm on a budget and with no job due to covid, i was still able to order this! Sweet! I paid $175 for it. My first body armor, I would love to get something bigger but again this is going right into my backpack that I always carry. Better than nothing
exactly 🔥🔥🔥
Finally something for school
Exactly what I just purchased mine for.
A set up you can keep in the back of your truck, just incase you don’t have your LVL IV armor on hand.
This is pretty lightweight to wear while riding a motorcycle 🏍
It's actually compact enough to put under your car seat.
Hey its body armor for kids. Great idea to use it over soft armor.
Good for the driver
I bought this a couple months ago,I like it! Now I'm waiting for the soft body armor concealment carrier from Spartan Armor systems
Cheap and better than nothing. Most of the guys shitting on it have a $3,000 rifle/optic rig and no ammo, gear, or armor.
Edit: This setup should pair great with a flak jacket.
It's specifically designed with smaller framed persons in mind. It's a good EDC plate carrier.
Freeman is the proper name for this setup.
Between new innovations in sizes, carriers, and plate technology, wearing armor is becoming practical in more situations than ever before. That gives us prepared citizens a relative advantage against most bad guys. I'm happy to see this small plate size. No modern body armor is fully protective. I've yet to see NIJ certified head-to-toe plate armor. So we're always balancing protection against mobility. This small size gives partial but substantial protection when we wouldn't wear anything larger. When I invest in a variety of armor options I will definitely want a small plate like this. I like the idea that I might not even be wearing it, but it's small enough that I have it tucked away to bring along. Thanks for this video. It may save lives.
Well put. I do advise you to rethink the micro armor though. I was thinking along terms of survival and shtf situations, and you're right, even full size 10 x 12 plate carriers will still never fully protect us from harm. I'm not a small guy oh, but I'm not a big guy either. I'm about 5 foot 11 and weigh about 155 lb. I thought that the microcarrier would be perfect size for me. But after receiving it in the mail, it just makes me feel very vulnerable still. The sides of my rib cage by my pectorals are very exposed. An extra inch on each side would make a pretty big difference between me getting clipped in the lung. I just wanted to tell you this because I wish I would have just bought the full size carrier. The next purchase I make will be the full size 10 by 12, back and front, with the side 8 by 6 slots. The microcarrier is great because it fits nice in my bug out bag and is perfect for leaving in a vehicle because it stores very nicely. But I will admit that I kind of regret my decision of going with the micro plate carrier.
Very nice review. Now im thinking about getting one for a friend when we go on a hiking trip
I want these for my kids as shtf insurance
Good for the driver.
You explained the best out of all the people who reviewed it. I'm sold.
I feel very undecided about my micro carrier. The 8" by 10" plates give me the same feeling. I'm not going fare to well if my lungs are exposed. I spent a good amount of money on it and was very underwhelmed. I have a tactical vest with 8" by 6" carrier slots around the abdomen. So when worn together, I feel pretty covered. But the sides of my lungs being exposed isn't a comforting feeling. As a "get home" piece of armor, I agree. It is a great minimalist carrier, but to be 100% honest I bought it in hopes of it being big enough to use as a main piece of body armor. I should have just spent the extra few hundred dollars and bought the vest with the two 10" by 12" plates and the two 6" by 8" on the sides. I do have to hand it to them though, the quality of the plates and the carriers did exceed my expectations. They make a very solid product and when tested they hold up even better than expected most of the time. If I'm not mistaken the only thing I've seen pierce this armor was a 50 BMG. And the coating is amazing at keeping the fragments of the bullet embedded into the armor. Ar500:10 out of 10. Ar500 micro: 5 out of 10.
@Dill Rogerz 5' 11", 155lb. Broad torso. It's still better than nothing and is of remarkable quality, but for the money I should have just got a full size in my opinion. But as this guy says, when holding a rifle at least, I would be more angeled, but that leads me back to want the full size because there are no side plates, so your abdomen and kidnies are a bit exposed. Still great quality. The fact that I feel it is too small does not mean anything for the quality and purpose. Would still give a 10/10 score taking into account the persons body size. Even for me, as I said, it's better than fighting naked.
@Dill Rogerz to be honest, considering the adjustability of the vest , I wouldn't think that 10 x 12 plates would be too big for somebody who's 5 foot 6. Is he an adult or is he still growing?
@Dill Rogerz personally I would say go with a 10 x 12 because it is adjustable to fit any body type. Everything from the shoulder straps to the side straps are adjustable. If you have the money and want to go get some good body armor, in my opinion I would say just get the full size.
I ordered two of them took me 12 weeks to get them cheap quality of plate carrier I am a small person but still don't cover much . They do work good for a paper weight .
One thing I'm concerned about now that I never see mentioned by anyone covering body armor is for women that have a lot going on in the chest region. I would like to carry one for myself and my girlfriend, but want to know how it would fit before purchasing.
I have a small body frame it fits perfect for me.
Actually really loving the versatility this affords
This is really discrete carrier. No big straps u can wear this and wont notice
Very nice! Great product to choose for a video! What a nice setting and editing, voiceover, camera work etc! Plus you have a code! Cool! Awesome bags and info, too! Nice rifle and pistol!
Thanks, Armed ASMR!
Something several people commenting may not know, humans are weird when someone is shooting at you instinctively your return fire tends to be aimed towards the gunfire. That’s why hands tend to get shot so much this could mean that this little plate could soak up some decent fire
Run this with a decent size admin pouch, and 782 Gear for your munition and chow leaving plenty of room in a get home bag.
I was going to wait to buy armor for my family until we had more money, but with people wanting to ban armor i made the decision to buy a few freeman's at 99 dollars a piece. I can upgrade later if armor is still available.
Cool fireplace
Thanks!
Also if you happen to hike or run this is perfect!
I am nuts to think I could throw this OVER my soft body armor when needed? My soft level IIIa is pretty comfortable and in a slim flat (non molle) carrier.
Oops...answered 6:15. LOL.
Just waiting for the level 4 tactical codpiece
Ive enjoyed your videos as Im looking to outfit a family of 4. 2 children 5 and 7, my wife, and myself. Im very interested in the Freeman for the kids, and Veritas for the wife and I. The 4 month lead time on the Freeman is the killer though. Thanks again.
Would this be good for a child and elderly? I've been wanting to get some protection for my daughter and mother for emergency situations.
Thinking about this guy paired up with a lighter chest rig or some creative molle attachments. Having a full carrier kit around all the time isn't realistic for everyone.
Damn, they've managed to come out with something with a smaller area than the Micro I have. Apparently, the micro is discontinued now.
I just ordered this for my teenage son. Hopefully he will like it.
Sweet , Been looking for a more inconspicuous option .
nice, but as my handle precludes, i would need three for decent coverage, lol!
I think moto moto likes you
You could probably make “decent” armor out of that by making a set using it like scales on a fish. Lol
I thought for sure that it was going to be marketed for 8-12 year olds.
Perfect for light weight protection underneath a gilli suit
Light weight and protects the most vital parts
It is the perfect size
They need to make this in a 11x14 or at least 10x12 for large guys.
Nice handy size, decent price point too! Thanks :)
This is an awesome get home vest.
For those of us that can't handle the weight of full size plates this is great
I’m trying to find spall containment sleeves for these 9x9 plates….
My stomach is too much of a large target. Lol It's good for what it is.
I got The Veritas from your video when you did the review...The level 4 plates I got for it are outstanding...But the carrier really is poorly made at least on my sample..The threading all came loose and started falling apart on me. That was on with a few uses and they were light jobs. Again though that might not be all of them and could be just the one I got that was bad..Either way the plates are really comfortable and will definitley stop rounds as intended
Have you talked to AR500 Armor about your Veritas? Mine is the one shown in this video, and it’s still in great shape.
@@TWANGnBANG I haven't yet...At the time I needed armor pretty quick for a job and just went ahead with another company. Just one of those things were it put a bad taste in my mouth at the time and didn't wanna mess around with another one until I was done needing it for that....It just went on the back burner until I saw this vid...I will try contacting them this week and see what they say though..Take care
50 Stitches Steel that definitely sounds outside the norm for our stitching quality and thread. We pay close attention to quality in these areas, and this would be the first of this feedback on our Veritas since launch. Please reach out to us with more details, we’ll get you squared away without question.
it definitetly isnt about budget because that pair of plates is 20 dollars more expensive than a cheap pair of ar500 plates on ebay.
This one is Great for kids 😆 its better than nothing not roasting ar500, i love ar500 this is good and affordable usa made
Could you please make an update video on your dog?
Update on the general? Love seeing that dog.
that is a very small armor plate
Yes, it is indeed. That’s why I spend a lot of time talking about it not being primary body armor.
And I always thought regular size armor was to small this is way to small.
@@Glocktard yea you better hope the criminal has godd aim and shoots for the heart
Hey big fan of your channel what courier bag do you use just curious
www.rei.com/product/765743/mountain-hardwear-sentinel-messenger-bag
That appears to be the bag sir.
@@Libertarian_Neighbor thanks I won't I will go on Amazon to find a good courier bag I support the 2nd amendment
Great for kids but i brought two 550 armor 10x12 swimmers cut from spartan armor
Can you do the inviticus next?
They plan to send me one soon.
Only good use is a jock strap, otherwise worthless coverage.
You need to change your script
I have a quick question, so I got the freeman because I am a very small guy and it fits my body perfectly, but to have it cover my sternum where it's supose to be, the top of the plate really digs into the collarbone bad even with the added trauma pads and I noticed that on the inside of the carrier it's self it has two strips of hook and loop that go down at an angle. what is that supose to be used for and is it possible to find a hook and loop pad of some type to velcro to the inside to add padded comfort, ur thoughts, opinion, and advice
The discount code didn’t work
Nice Option
It's $175 Now, but still considering it?
Imagine trying to hit something that small from 50 yards on purpose.
Like everyone else is saying, that is armor for kids if anything. That plate is so tiny. Plus there is no side coverage. And I'm sure the rear plate is just as small. Not really going to protect your spine much.
This is again for your car backpack etc where no hole in the chest is better than one. No armor system gives total protection. If you had this and got shit in the heart you’d survive. If you got shot without it you’re dead. Easy decision.
I have reached out to AR500 Armor but they are so backed up so I was hoping you could help me answer a question. The freeman description says it fits S-XL sizes. This is subjective sizing. Is there any way you can determine what chest size this carrier fits in inches? Thanks
Will the freeman take an 8x10 plate?
No
What mag carriers should I buy?
Lugging a huge plate of steel around.. lol
Great video and info. Will this armor stop a 556 and 7.62x39 rounds? Thanks
It is Level III armor so it will stop 7.62x39 rounds and most 5.56 rounds. If you google level iii armor reviews there are plenty of videos of plates getting shot. Mrgunsngear has a video of him shooting AR500 level iii plates.
Can you do a highly concealable lllA plus body armor? Thanks!
Looks like a bib and makes a person look like Baby Huey.
Jman- good thing it isn't intended for looks.
@@toshadog1 Three Rules: Always Look Cool. Never Get Lost. If You Get Lost, Look Cool.
Sgtwolf- I never get lost with my manmap in my head, never.
9x9 is perfect for me. I’m a little guy haha.
Beats nothing....I ordered one
Do you wear the plates upside down in the back?
Good for kids
Hey buddy, if you are willing to sell that grey micro please let me know
give it to your kid and send him on his way!
Not big enough enough imo... I get that they were going for 'small' but this is a huge waste of money... I guess it covers /some/ vitals... but it still seems the heart isn't adequately covered.
Heart is fully covered I can assure you that
Definitely covered. Look at the anatomy of coverage. Covers your most vital respiratory/cardiovascular organs. Lower lobes of lungs might be exposed slightly
Not 119$ anymore...
太贵了，在中国估计最多50RMB
It’s like armor for an infant
That’s a pretty cool option
What will these plates stop round wise? Just ordered this
anything pistol. most rifle rounds. only heavy duty AP rounds are going to get through it from a serious rifle.
I ordered a set around 3 weeks ago also, the damn 16wk lead time is breaking my heart tho lol
Yeah I usually order from Spartan armor as they are so much faster
where’s your mal ?
“Made in Vietnam” really? Never, because I have not forgotten those who served.
Germany makes great stuff... sometimes it's good to forgive and move on.
badas45 well my grandpa is dead, so I can forget about the Japanese. but my father is not, and I will not forget him being tortured.
That is terrible. You don't eat pho?
That caught my attention too so I replayed the video where he mentions: plate carrier is made in Vietnam but plates and trauma pads are made in USA
Nice!
it just looks way too small.
They need a European distributor
This would require an export license by the US Department of Commerce (US Department of State for level IV armor) and an import license for each country to be sold in. See www.ar500armor.com/legal-and-terms-of-use.html
My small stature wife is good with the 8x10....I thought that was small.
Done they have big boy sizes?
The carrier will fit pretty big boys, but you should contact AR500 Armor directly with any sizing questions.
Good Armor!
I like your videos, but that thing is seriously pointless. It’s not just the lack of coverage straight on, but once you turn, even a little, you have no coverage.
Maybe for small framed people or a kids shtf bag or something.
Covers heart and aortic arch, any plate is useless when you are angled. 20x20 plate will be useless from the side too. This isn't comprehensive armor (doesnt exist) but a lightweight center mass armor.
@John Juan correct. there is no 100% coverage body armor. If there was it would have zero practicality given current technology. Would be too heavy and too restrictive to function. My point is there is no fool proof solution to protecting against gunfire, this plate while small is effective at covering center mass killzone (heart, aorta, bulk of lung, portion of liver, kidneys). Any plate even large when sideways does not cover those areas either.
@John Juan further this is simply a low cost lightweight option. Nobody said this replaces all other armor options. It's very transportable, woman and kid friendly, and an option to have when you would otherwise opt to not wear or bring armor with due to space or weight or concealability considerations.
this is perfect size for my wife whos 4'11 lol will fit her like normal