Matrix Level-1 Plate Carrier with Integrated Magazine Pouches (Color: Tan)

"This was my first plate carrier that I had ever purchased so I don't have anything to compare it to, but it is a great vest. If you're on a budget it comes with integrated mag pouches x3 and an admin pouch up top. it is completely adjustable so there is no worries there. I'm 6'1" 180lbs so I'm a little above average size and it fits me great. It does come with plates if your wanting to fill the vest out a bit more. It does have additional mole for more pouches of your choosing. I just use another tripple open top mag pouches on the front and a thunder B clip on the side. My only dislikes with this vest is the back. It is a mess of cord and an just doesn't look nice. Plus you can not fit a full size hydration carrier on the back.

Pros:
looks awesome
comes with some pouchs all ready to go
adjustable
comes with plates so you don't gotta spend extra on them
breathable cover bun (front and back still get sweaty, especially if plates are in)
Cant fit a full hydration system

Cons:
No drag handle
the back don't look to neat
the admin pouch is kinda hard to open

"I decided to not write a review until I had time to use this vest. I have put it through a lot of play and it has held up so far. It appears to be coming a little undone but I think it will last quite a while longer. It is comfortable, holds my stuff well, and came with plates and a carrying sack.

Pros:
Comfortable
Holds adjustment well
Stays on well
Comes with plates and carrying sack
Molle attaches easily

Cons:
Hard to adjust size
M4 pouch thats built in is just a bit too deep. Makes Digging for mags a problem.

All in all a good vest for the money.

"i just got this, ITS REALLY NICE! shipping took about seven days, not too bad considering where i live.


pros-
-comfortable/adjustable
-only 60$
-looks nice
-built in m4 pouches
-lightweight

cons-
-Styrofoam plates are uncomfortable
-when you put it on, the velcro is really hard to pul apart



Overall this was an AMAZING BUY! highly recommend it

"This vest is amazing for smaller players and slimmer players. It is very adjustable and has adjustable straps on shoulders and waist. This vest comes with a hidden admin pouch and a pouch for your Sapi plates. (Nice feature) the straps are molle and there is entire molle on the back. Overall a great vest.
Pros-
PRICE
Good build quality
good stitching
Comes with 3 mag pouches pre-installed.
Awesome lightweight feel.
Cons-
Not a very "foliage green" Color, more of an OD mixed with a tan
Hard to "break in"
Okay, this may just be me but i have two of these vests, two different colors. My black one i extremely love it! It is much more light weight than this one? I bought this thinking it would be the same thing. Think again, My black one was made with a high durability nylon, which was great quality and very comfortable and maneuverable.
However this vest is mostly made of cordura? Which i find very uncomfortable. I have no clue what to do. So mostly a 9/10

"I've had this plate carrier for about 5 months now and it does what its supposed to carry plates and gear. Plenty of pals/molle for gear. Individual ribbing is sturdy and does not sag when pouches are applied. depending on how you adjust it your collar area and upper back can be exposed. Good ventilation for high heat areas. There is only one problem ive found, when you examine the stitching it is not as sturdy as it should be. the hook and loop flap that covers the front area of the vest was not stitched enough and tore loose easily at its sewing point.

pros: light, highly adjustable,unique style, plenty of molle/pals, does not hold in heat.

cons:Not double stitched in key areas for durability, does not hold in heat(cold areas only)

I would recommend this jpc plate carrier to anybody who needs a platform that can hold plenty of gear and or minimal gear as it comes with built in triple mag pouch and admin pouch. put take it to somebody who can double stitch the main flap joint.

"This is a great vest. When I received it, the cumberbund was already fixed to a smaller circumference that fits exactly to my body so i didn't have to do anything. The stiching seems like it won't last but ill see. The vest i recievced does come with dummy plates. I give it a 4.5 out of 5 due to the poor stitching.

"I gave this vest a four out of five stars because when you get it it is just way to small and thin. I took about 30 or 40 minutes makeing card boaurd sapi plates for this vest and after that i couldnt be more happy. Also it is a expensivive for what you get but it is very high quality.

"You know, the great thing about this plate carrier is that it's compact. SO compact it fits my 5th gracde friend TIGHTLY. Yes, that means for people underaged and thin, THIS is the rig for you! Lets just get to the cons and pros now shall we?

Pros:
Compact; enough for even older elementary kids, in some cases bad for bigger people
Multicam; will blend into a lot of different environments
Comes with installed syraphome plates

Cons:
Plates; I know what plates are (real steel and airsoft), but for airsoft it just wares out your back, so my friend just took out the plates and it still very thick enough to block the pain of a BB!
Super tight magazine pouches; it may take some time to break in the installed magazine pouches, so if you get this, buy some Magpul's/Magazine Assists' for your magazines. Trust me.
Not too much protection; only covers your front and back,

My opinion:
If you have a big body, you might want to consider getting something bigger. Because this thing is like a normal sized plate carrier to my 5th grade friend (he's the one that owns this), compared to a big 30 year old adault wearing some other huge plate carrier. It's not worth the money, only buy this if your a small kid and need somthing that will fit you. If your an adault, you're better of buying something like thishttp://www.evike.com/advanced_search_result.php?search_i-
n_description=1&keywords=land+vest&x=0&y=0

"Two of the plastic buckles broke on first use. I feel that there should be more durability, even at this price point.

"I do not recommend this vest if you DON'T have wide shoulders. I am a 21 year old male with a normal body type and this still does not fit me properly due to being very wide on the shoulders.

"It is not a bad beginner plate carrier. It has 3 built in m4 mag pouches on the front. The shoulders are a little broad. There is no molle on the cummerbund. The velcro to donn and doff the plate carrier will wear off over time. It lasted me a couple months, until the velcro just would not work.

Pros:
3 M4 pouches on the front
JPC style
Comes with foam plates

Cons:
Shoulders are a little broad (wide)
Velcro wears down fast
No molle on the cummerbund

"Bought this in Multicam. The pattern is nice and up to par with high quality patterns. I was not impressed with durability of the vest itself.

I purchased this vest for a 40 hour MilSim West event. The vest BARELY made it through to the end. The buckles wouldn’t stay tight or fastened and that’s is by far the biggest con I have found here.

Would not buy again.

"Works great, however just got it TODAY and the seams above the mag is already ripping.

"So I'm on the edge for this. It's my first plate carrier for AIRSOFT. I'm trying not to compare it to a real one but dang... Honestly the materials for making this plate carrier are pretty crappy. They could have been better, something that would last longer but they way I rock n roll I don't expect this too hold up. Also for an X-Large this is still tiny. I'm good though! :D 155lbs and 5'7' fits pretty good for me. The front pouches are great for holding my magazines, so no issues there! And of course it looks slick.
For $70 I can't complain too much.
Overall its boarder-line 3.7 star.

"This was my first plate carrier, and for about 3 uses, it was great. Then the stitching came undone and the front part of the vest is slowly falling off, and the vest just doesn't feel firm anymore (and yes, I have plates in). Overall, I don't think it was made very well, but apparently the other people who wrote reviews had no problems, so I guess these problems just retain to me. I wouldn't buy another one. I'll probably get a more expensive, but more high-quality plate carrier, now that my current one is messed up.