[ConservativeMind]

They should be allowed to use whatever additional means necessary to protect themselves if they or their family see fit to supplement the issued armor.

[janereinheimer]

Thank God you’re okay.

If good, effective body armor could be developed that would also be lightweight. Would be great for soldiers and police officers.

I pray for all our great military heroes each and every day. Prayers are lifted up for your safety, peace of mind and emotional well being.

Blessings to you and come home safe.

Jane

[PAR35]

I understand that hernia repair is becoming a more common procedure at some military hospitals because of the weight of the body armor and equipment.

[mamelukesabre]

They can, from what I’ve heard. But they don’t, because if you are killed in the line of duty and you were wearing “unapproved” body armor, your military benefits are voided. I have no proof or links. This is just scuttlbut I’ve heard through the grapevine.

[SC Swamp Fox]

I read an article recently about some false claims being made by a supplier of un-approved body armor. The salesman was pitching his gear to military family members and preying on their fears to sell them some very expensive equipment.

He was over-stating the capabilities of his equipment and providing false information about the vulnerabilities of the military issue equipment.

I believe this is what prompted the Marine Corp to the use of un-approved vests.