I run 10x12 Gamma Plus US level III ceramics. They are thick and suck but work. I run it mainly for range and training use. I want to have one set of plates that wont crack.
I cringe at the thought of breaking these plates every time I fly into the prone postion. I train hard on my own and dont want to worry about wrecking the plates. Maybe I should go with steel? I dont need level IV but do want level III stand alone multi hit.
Should I wait for 2 pound polymer 1 mm thick crazy plates to come out? How much heavier is steel III compared to ceramic?
I want it for realistic training, range safety, home defense, SHTF, and any defensive situation that would require gear.
I never used side plates. How effective are they? I use a frontal stance most of the time so my chest is facing the threat. Might wait for side plates when they become polymer.
