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Evike.com Lightweight Replica SAPI Plate (Size: Large / Tan / Single Plate)
12 Customer Reviews
by Joshua S. on 04/02/2020
"Bought two large Black plates for my black hawk strike carrier. The plate fit snugly into my front plate packet.
The plates are hallow and just a plastic shell. This makes them very light in weight. I might add something to fill the hollow inner cavity to add weight.
I will definitely recommend them to others.
The plates are hallow and just a plastic shell. This makes them very light in weight. I might add something to fill the hollow inner cavity to add weight.
I will definitely recommend them to others.
by Manuel F. on 08/22/2017
"Fit great in my Emerson CIRAS plate carrier. I like that it has the hole at the top to fill with sand.
by Henry D. on 03/18/2016
"So I got these plates thinking I would save $5. And I did. However, do be aware that these plates are destined for plate carriers that accept 10x13 plates. These fit nice and snug in my TMC 6094(Yes I'm a cheapo) and I just stored the side SAPI plates somewhere else. Also while these plates are rigid, if you squeeze them then air will come out. One more thing, it's not made out of foam.
by Steven F. on 02/02/2016
"Great plates. Only needed the front and back for my carrier. Nice too have the side ones for later on when I might switch out vests.
Plates are the correct size and hard plastic that's made to take a BB hit and keep your gear stiff too use your pouches.
For 15.00 bucks great investment. And if you don't like the Tan color. You won't see it since they go inside your vest/carrier.
Plates are the correct size and hard plastic that's made to take a BB hit and keep your gear stiff too use your pouches.
For 15.00 bucks great investment. And if you don't like the Tan color. You won't see it since they go inside your vest/carrier.
by Joshua S. on 04/14/2015
"Finally got around to buying a pair of these for my PC, and so far loving them. They filled out my TAG Banshee Rifle PC very well, despite being plastic then have a decent weight and build to them. I am thinking about filling them in with either foam of sand for added weight and strength, this is just me though. If you're looking to just fill out your PC then they'll be just fine as they are.
by Bradley A. on 03/28/2015
"These plates are AWESOME! They fit nice and snug in my Mission Spec EOC. I highly recommend getting these.
by Jeff H. on 10/30/2013
"Great with an easy modification -
The plates are light and the plastic walls are very thin. The plates are toys, I was aware of this before I bought them. I purchased these to fill out my plate carrier and to keep it from sagging. I've spent more than enough time carrying real plates to know that I wound never consider them for airsoft. t's unreasonable and unnecessary.
One of the other reviewers stated that he filled his plates with Plaster of Paris. Personally, I wouldn't consider doing this due to the additional weight and fact that plaster cracks easily. To each his own, but I reenforced mine with light weight material, quickly and inexpensively. It cost less than $4 and 20 minutes of my time. Here's what I did and it worked quite well.
Instructions -
1. Buy a can of "GREAT STUFF" Insulating Foam. One can is enough for 2 plates and it can be found at any hardware store for under $4.00.
2. Drill holes in the top 3 edges of the plate, drill 3 holes on the bottom edge and 2 in the the back of the plate (be careful not to drill all the way through the front of the plate while drilling the back). Note: The holes need to be just slightly larger than the foam delivery tube.
3. Shake the can of GREAT STUFF for at least 30 seconds then stick the delivery tube into the holes on the top and bottom of the plate and fill the plate until the foam starts to ooze out of the holes on the back of the plate. If you're not sure the entire cavity is filled then keep squirting until the foam is flowing freely out of each hole.
4. The foam inside the plate is not exposed to air so take longer to cure than what's stated on in the instructions on the can. Allow the foam to cure for AT LEAST 24 HOURS and you're good to go. The plate is reenforced and he foam adds very little to the weight.
Tips - Wear gloves and make sure your work surface is well covered. The foam residue is next to impossible to get off of wood, marble or any other fine surface. Any attempts to wipe it up with a towel will only spread the mess. I'd suggest putting newspaper down on your garage floor and using it as your work surface.
DO NOT attempt to wipe the excess foam off of the plate before it cures! Instead, let the foam cure and then you can simply snap off any large pieces and any reaming residue will peel like the skin from a sunburn...with very little effort. GREAT STUFF does not adhere well to the outside plastic surface of the plate so there's virtually no mess left on the plate.
I'm not going to claim that this will make the plate indestructible, but it does add strength, it makes them more rigid and I can now apply pressure on the front and rear of the plate without the walls caving in.
I have a real carrier so I bought the large size plates. This process should work for the small plates as well.
The plates are light and the plastic walls are very thin. The plates are toys, I was aware of this before I bought them. I purchased these to fill out my plate carrier and to keep it from sagging. I've spent more than enough time carrying real plates to know that I wound never consider them for airsoft. t's unreasonable and unnecessary.
One of the other reviewers stated that he filled his plates with Plaster of Paris. Personally, I wouldn't consider doing this due to the additional weight and fact that plaster cracks easily. To each his own, but I reenforced mine with light weight material, quickly and inexpensively. It cost less than $4 and 20 minutes of my time. Here's what I did and it worked quite well.
Instructions -
1. Buy a can of "GREAT STUFF" Insulating Foam. One can is enough for 2 plates and it can be found at any hardware store for under $4.00.
2. Drill holes in the top 3 edges of the plate, drill 3 holes on the bottom edge and 2 in the the back of the plate (be careful not to drill all the way through the front of the plate while drilling the back). Note: The holes need to be just slightly larger than the foam delivery tube.
3. Shake the can of GREAT STUFF for at least 30 seconds then stick the delivery tube into the holes on the top and bottom of the plate and fill the plate until the foam starts to ooze out of the holes on the back of the plate. If you're not sure the entire cavity is filled then keep squirting until the foam is flowing freely out of each hole.
4. The foam inside the plate is not exposed to air so take longer to cure than what's stated on in the instructions on the can. Allow the foam to cure for AT LEAST 24 HOURS and you're good to go. The plate is reenforced and he foam adds very little to the weight.
Tips - Wear gloves and make sure your work surface is well covered. The foam residue is next to impossible to get off of wood, marble or any other fine surface. Any attempts to wipe it up with a towel will only spread the mess. I'd suggest putting newspaper down on your garage floor and using it as your work surface.
DO NOT attempt to wipe the excess foam off of the plate before it cures! Instead, let the foam cure and then you can simply snap off any large pieces and any reaming residue will peel like the skin from a sunburn...with very little effort. GREAT STUFF does not adhere well to the outside plastic surface of the plate so there's virtually no mess left on the plate.
I'm not going to claim that this will make the plate indestructible, but it does add strength, it makes them more rigid and I can now apply pressure on the front and rear of the plate without the walls caving in.
I have a real carrier so I bought the large size plates. This process should work for the small plates as well.
by Jeff H. on 10/30/2013
"Great with an easy modification -
The plates are light and the plastic walls are very thin. The plates are toys, I was aware of this before I bought them. I purchased these to fill out my plate carrier and to keep it from sagging. I've spent more than enough time carrying real plates to know that I wound never consider them for airsoft. t's unreasonable and unnecessary.
One of the other reviewers stated that he filled his plates with Plaster of Paris. Personally, I wouldn't consider doing this due to the additional weight and fact that plaster cracks easily. To each his own, but I reenforced mine with light weight material, quickly and inexpensively. It cost less than $4 and 20 minutes of my time. Here's what I did and it worked quite well.
Instructions -
1. Buy a can of "GREAT STUFF" Insulating Foam. One can is enough for 2 plates and it can be found at any hardware store for under $4.00.
2. Drill holes in the top 3 edges of the plate, drill 3 holes on the bottom edge and 2 in the the back of the plate (be careful not to drill all the way through the front of the plate while drilling the back). Note: The holes need to be just slightly larger than the foam delivery tube.
3. Shake the can of GREAT STUFF for at least 30 seconds then stick the delivery tube into the holes on the top and bottom of the plate and fill the plate until the foam starts to ooze out of the holes on the back of the plate. If you're not sure the entire cavity is filled then keep squirting until the foam is flowing freely out of each hole.
4. The foam inside the plate is not exposed to air so take longer to cure than what's stated on in the instructions on the can. Allow the foam to cure for AT LEAST 24 HOURS and you're good to go. The plate is reenforced and he foam adds very little to the weight.
Tips - Wear gloves and make sure your work surface is well covered. The foam residue is next to impossible to get off of wood, marble or any other fine surface. Any attempts to wipe it up with a towel will only spread the mess. I'd suggest putting newspaper down on your garage floor and using it as your work surface.
DO NOT attempt to wipe the excess foam off of the plate before it cures! Instead, let the foam cure and then you can simply snap off any large pieces and any reaming residue will peel like the skin from a sunburn...with very little effort. GREAT STUFF does not adhere well to the outside plastic surface of the plate so there's virtually no mess left on the plate.
I'm not going to claim that this will make the plate indestructible, but it does add strength, it makes them more rigid and I can now apply pressure on the front and rear of the plate without the walls caving in.
I have a real carrier so I bought the large size plates. This process should work for the small plates as well.
The plates are light and the plastic walls are very thin. The plates are toys, I was aware of this before I bought them. I purchased these to fill out my plate carrier and to keep it from sagging. I've spent more than enough time carrying real plates to know that I wound never consider them for airsoft. t's unreasonable and unnecessary.
One of the other reviewers stated that he filled his plates with Plaster of Paris. Personally, I wouldn't consider doing this due to the additional weight and fact that plaster cracks easily. To each his own, but I reenforced mine with light weight material, quickly and inexpensively. It cost less than $4 and 20 minutes of my time. Here's what I did and it worked quite well.
Instructions -
1. Buy a can of "GREAT STUFF" Insulating Foam. One can is enough for 2 plates and it can be found at any hardware store for under $4.00.
2. Drill holes in the top 3 edges of the plate, drill 3 holes on the bottom edge and 2 in the the back of the plate (be careful not to drill all the way through the front of the plate while drilling the back). Note: The holes need to be just slightly larger than the foam delivery tube.
3. Shake the can of GREAT STUFF for at least 30 seconds then stick the delivery tube into the holes on the top and bottom of the plate and fill the plate until the foam starts to ooze out of the holes on the back of the plate. If you're not sure the entire cavity is filled then keep squirting until the foam is flowing freely out of each hole.
4. The foam inside the plate is not exposed to air so take longer to cure than what's stated on in the instructions on the can. Allow the foam to cure for AT LEAST 24 HOURS and you're good to go. The plate is reenforced and he foam adds very little to the weight.
Tips - Wear gloves and make sure your work surface is well covered. The foam residue is next to impossible to get off of wood, marble or any other fine surface. Any attempts to wipe it up with a towel will only spread the mess. I'd suggest putting newspaper down on your garage floor and using it as your work surface.
DO NOT attempt to wipe the excess foam off of the plate before it cures! Instead, let the foam cure and then you can simply snap off any large pieces and any reaming residue will peel like the skin from a sunburn...with very little effort. GREAT STUFF does not adhere well to the outside plastic surface of the plate so there's virtually no mess left on the plate.
I'm not going to claim that this will make the plate indestructible, but it does add strength, it makes them more rigid and I can now apply pressure on the front and rear of the plate without the walls caving in.
I have a real carrier so I bought the large size plates. This process should work for the small plates as well.
by Sebastian d. on 12/22/2017
"Not much to say, but these are worth the 12 dollars, I did think it would come with 2, so I had to stick with just one in the front. They fit all Medium carriers but the only bad part is they squeak and squeeze air out if you push on them. Overall, fairly good and satisfying.
by Jonathan K. on 07/12/2016
"The front and back plates fit fine in my carrier, the side plates however were a few inches bigger. They still fit in the pockets, but they are up in your armpits a bit.
Worth the purchase i'd say.
Worth the purchase i'd say.
by Nicolas W. on 03/01/2012
"Pros:
-correct size
-correct color
-correct curvature and all
Cons:
-feels like a bath toy
-$12 for a bath toy
It is a good buy, since it gives you the extra bit of relism. I cut a hole at the bottom, and filled it with Plaster of Paris to get a better weight and strength.
-correct size
-correct color
-correct curvature and all
Cons:
-feels like a bath toy
-$12 for a bath toy
It is a good buy, since it gives you the extra bit of relism. I cut a hole at the bottom, and filled it with Plaster of Paris to get a better weight and strength.
by Ruben A. on 02/24/2021
"Pretty OK being maybe the only hard dummy plates without weight, but they collapse way too easily. They don´t retain the shape it is supposed to but still keep the structure and shape of the plate carrier. If made with thicker and more sturdy material, this would be 5/5.