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

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

TESTED TO NIJ STANDARDS

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

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 armour panels
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 S to 4XL

TESTING & CERTIFICATIONS

Name: Covert/Overt Ballistic Level II + Stab Level 1 Vest - Black
Brand: SafeGuard Clothing
SKU: COVO-COV-210-BLK-S-S
Price: 230.0 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.

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.

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 FIBRES

Tenacious protective synthetic fibre

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.

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

Excellent purchase

Im glad i purchased this vest its light and comfortable wear it all day long in retail security recommended

Adjustable straps are ideal

This vest is very breathable. The adjustable straps help it fit around the waist nicely and the material is durable on both the inside and the outside of the vest. Couldn't be happier.

Durable and Comfortable

This vest has such nice material. The Cordura material on the outside is durable and the Coolmax material on the inside on the vest is smooth and breathable. Really impressed with the high quality of Safeguards vest.

Just what I wanted

I got this vest as I wanted something I could wear either over or under my clothing and this is perfect to decide on that option. It is comfortable to wear whichever way you decide.

Comfortable Vest

I have worn this vest pretty much every day since I bought it and I often forget I'm wearing it. The lightweight, comfortable and flexible nature of the vest makes it ideal for a long days work and is perfect for me.

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