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: 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 II

Designed to protect against small handgun rounds, up to and including .357 magnum jacketed soft point

KNIFE PROTECTION LEVEL 1

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

SPIKE PROTECTION LEVEL 1

Designed to protect against spiked instruments with an impact energy of 24 joules

TESTED TO NIJ STANDARDS

Tested to the National Institute of Justice's standards to give you the best protection possible

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

If you need covert protection, then this is the vest for you. Tested to NIJ and CAST standards, this concealable body armour is designed to protect you from ballistic, blade, and spike threats whilst remaining discreet under your clothes.

CoolMAX concealable body armour was created with your comfort in mind. The soft inner mesh lining keeps you cool and comfortable for extended periods, even in hot climates, whilst the flexible poly-cotton shell moves with your body without compromising your range of movement.

The tenacity of this concealable vest makes it a top choice for all covert operations.

Made with SafeGuard certified reclaimed soft armour panels
Elastic front adjustment system with secure closure
Soft polycotton outer material
Internal soft aramid plate
Lightweight front and back protection
Ventilated CoolMAX mesh lining
Sizing from S to 4XL

TESTING & CERTIFICATIONS

Name: CoolMAX Ballistic Level II + Stab 1 + Spike Level 1 Covert Vest - Black
Brand: SafeGuard Clothing
SKU: CMAX-COV-211-BLK-S-S
Price: 275.0 GBP
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.

Breathable COOLMAX lining

Unparalleled cooling ability

Our covert CoolMAX range is designed to be worn close to your body, so we have engineered the lining specifically to channel heat away from your skin. Whether you intend to wear this vest in hot environments or for long periods, the mesh material on the inside of this vest will keep you ventilated and cool when you need it the most.

BALLISTIC-RATED ARAMID FIBRES

Unrivalled undercover protection

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

MAXIMUM CONCEALABILITY

Unrivalled undercover protection

The functionality of body armour shouldn't be compromised for the sake of concealability, thankfully you can have both with our covert body armour range. With its adjustable, elastic waist you can adjust the shape of our vests to fit perfectly to your body, making them even more discreet to onlookers.

LIGHTWEIGHT ARMOUR 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.

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 ARMOUR PANELS?

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

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

Many countries have restrictions around body and where it can be bought and sold however in most countries it is legal to own body armour. In the United Kingdom, there are currently no legal restrictions on the purchase and ownership of body armour. You can read an overview of the different breakdowns on our blog.

Products Reviews

does the job

Wouldn't go anywhere else.

I have had 2 vests from safeguard now and ive been nothing but impressed with them. 1 saved my life and my current one i have had for awhile now. Great quality. Abit heavy but you dont notice when you are wearing it. Only down side ive faced is theyre uncomfortable to drive in. 100% recommended.

Stab vest

Abby at customer service was absolutely brilliant, very helpful and professional, product was ordered and delivered the next day, will use again.

CoolMAX Ballistic Level II + Stab 1 + Spike Level 1 Covert Vest - Black

Heavy

Sometimes it can be really uncomfortable to wear especially after a meal, so you kind of have to adjust it, Hard and heavy but you wont feel the weight most of the time, not good if you have shoulder issues, i haven't yet been stabbed so i cant comment on it's authenticity but i am certain it will do it's job.

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