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 (inches)	34-36	38-40	42-44	46-48	50-52	54-56	58-60
Waist (inches)	28-30	32-34	36-38	40-42	44-46	48-50	52-54

Measurement	Short	Regular	Long
Length (inches)*	12-13	13.5-14	14.5-17

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

Please note: Your vest may be larger on arrival. 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

KNIFE PROTECTION LEVEL 1

Designed to protect against blades with an impact energy of 24 joules and penetration up to 7mm

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 covert/overt collection, specifically designed for you to wear under or over your clothes, depending on your situation.

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 weigh 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 armor panels
Anatomically engineered
Highly durable outer material
Hard wearing in all conditions
Internal soft aramid plate
Lightweight front and back protection
Polycotton netting
Elastic front adjustment system with secure closure
Sizing from small to 2XL

TESTING & CERTIFICATIONS

Name: Covert/Overt Ballistic Level IIIA Vest - Black
Brand: SafeGuard Clothing
SKU: COVO-COV-3A00-BLK-S-S
Price: 360.0 USD
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 ARMOR 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.

COVERT OR OVERT PROTECTION

Wear under or over your clothing

Designed for multi-purpose protection, you'll be able to wear this vest under or other your clothing without compromise. You'll be able to wear the vest discreetly or overtly depending on the situation you need it for, meaning there's no need for you to carry mulitple vests.

BALLISTIC-RATED ARAMID FIBERS

Tenacious protective synthetic fiber

Our hard-wearing soft armor panels are made from military-grade aramid fibers to protect you in threatening environments. These strong fibers 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 fibers.

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 (inches)	34 - 36"	38 - 40"	42 - 44"	46 - 48"	50 - 52"	54 - 56"	58 - 60"
Waist (inches)	28 - 30"	32 - 34"	36 - 38"	40 - 42"	44 - 46"	48 - 50"	52 - 54"

Measurement	Short	Regular	Long
Length (inches)*	12 - 13"	13.5 - 14"	14.5 - 17"

*Approximate length in inches 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 ARMOR PANELS?

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

The reclaimed aramid materials are inspected and graded by our expert in-house armor technicians to ensure they meet our strict quality criteria. Once they have passed the inspection our soft armor 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 ARMOR?

Many countries have restrictions around body and where it can be bought and sold however in most countries it is legal to own body armor. In the United States there are different restrictions in different states, therefore it is important to familiarize yourself with the restrictions in your state. 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

I’ll let you know when I use it

5 stars for now but I’ll let you know when I use it how good it is.

Excellent quality and price

I purchased this body armor for my boyfriend due to safety concerns about his new job.
He absolutely loves it! He says that it’s extremely comfortable, fits perfectly, and feels much safer at his work.
The graph/measurement table was very accurate in regards to proper fit. No return or resizing needed. We live in a southern state with high humidity, the vest does very well to not overheat him on outdoor patrols too!
Thank you!

Awesome

Fantastic Vest

This vest is just what I needed. I went for this as I came across Safeguard thanks to a friend at work and everything he said was right. The vest I had previous to this really restricted my movement which was a big problem to me. This vest is very flexible and a lot more suitable for me which helps in so many ways when coming into contact with dangerous situations day to day.

Bought as a Gift

My husband had been complaining about his vest for a long time so I decided to by him a new one, I rang Safeguard and the customer service team was very helpful, they helped me choose this vest. My husband was over the moon, he hasn't complained once about his new vest and loves how lightweight the vest is and the breath ability it offers.