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Matrix TF3 High Speed Future Soldier Body Armor (Color: Black)

33 Customer Reviews

by Alice G. on 06/06/2021
"Got shot point blank by .25 g bbs going 398fps; couldn’t feel a thing!

This armor has saved my hide many times. It gets little indents from bbs hitting it, but it looks cool.

Light weight, fairly easy to put on if you have a flexible arm, easy to take off.

Haven’t found a use for the metal rivet buttons yet, but the strap loops on the back seem promising for a sword.
by Robert J. on 01/31/2021
"Been using this one for a while. I was running a semi-futuristic gear, now I'm using it as a PCV for my Half-Life HECU loadout. It's fantastic protection with almost zero bulk, you won't feel hits but you will hear them so that's good.

It doesn't restrict movement too much, depending on your size and build you might feel it get in the way slightly if you're trying to bow down.

Molle space is lacking, as said in other comments. Clearly needs a belt setup to go with it, or a chest rig on top. I personally wear an ALICE rig on top as part of my HECU gear so I don't mind. There are also these buttons/rivets/whatever, if you're handy with this kind of stuff or know someone who is, you might be able to have some modular panels designed that you could pop onto these for more utility.

The con: SWEAT. Less than two hours of intense play in an indoor field will have your bdu look like you were showering in it (minus the sleeves). It's hard foram pieces attached to soft foam inner part. There is no breathability.

I still give it a good 4.5 / 5, rounded up to 5 because it's really not something for people who want a practical hi-speed lo-drag loadout, this is for style points. And you get all of the style points with this.
by Cory M. on 08/03/2020
"Perfect CQB vest. I pretty much only play at indoor CQB fields in Arizona. This vest is perfect for that environment.

PROS
- SUPER Lightweight (Lightest vest I've ever worn by far)
- Very protective & comfortable
- Loud snap when bbs hit you so you know you're hit (can't really feel much)
- VERY thin (can fit thru smaller windows/openings than most people)
- You can apply vinyl stickers and/or paint to this pretty easily to customize it.

CONS
- Not a lot of molle space (I only carry 2 extra mags during indoor CQB rounds so this doesn't bother me. I also don't carry an HPA tank so no worries there either. If I need extra mags, I wear a battle belt below the vest)
- Side are a little exposed (I'm a really thin guy so this doesn't affect me much.)
- The 3 buckles that connect the front and back tend to rip out of the vest. This can be fixed with some reinforced stitching if you know what you're doing
by Aaron R. on 11/18/2018
"I really like this, was going for a slight futuristic look. Looks good with my gray uniform. I play indoor so works well for me, gives me some abdominal protection and I don’t need tons of molle space. I hold 4x 40mm shells, 1 spare high cap and pouch for my phone.
by Keoric E. on 05/13/2018
"So I bought this vest to take place of my JPC that I have Alotta pouches on for MilSim, that way I'd have a good pickup game vest with a Futuristic look. I wear this in part to a custom BUMP helmet fit to look like a republic commando. I weathered it and added a white spray with gray accents to better help it blend withy helmet paint scheme. This vest takes VERY well to paint. It's made of vinyl, but seems to take a hit pretty well. My only big con is the lack of Molle realestate, but that's also why I bought it. I don't need much for a pickup game. Wearing this badboy to operation REV:9. Overall suits it's need.
by Marc H. on 11/28/2017
"Had it for 3 years now and still love it. My son is going to start using it because I want him to be safe (he is 14) but yet still look bad a$$. Its super light perfect for indoor CQB.
by Jakub G. on 08/03/2017
"Just received it, i am around 5'10-5'11 170 LBS and its a nice snug fit on me. The harnesses on side be loosened or tightened, as well as the top ones. So if you're larger/smaller you can make it fit. I didn't know it came with the mag pouches as in the picture but it they did (nice addition) they are very very tight however. I have the G&P mid caps and its hard to pull them out (ill use them as last resort if anything).

Pros:
- nice snug feel
- comfortable
- very light
- nice look with black ski mask and black sports shirt

Cons:
- the mag pouches are a little tight, i am sure after time they will loosen up
by eric M. on 11/29/2016
"just got this vest and i do have to say it is pretty cool! very light and its from transformers!!!! who wouldn't want this.

pros: - metal buckles at the shoulders. very cool and did not expect this.
-sleek design
-conforms with the body and movement
-makes any load out
-prepare for compliments galore.

cons
-molle space is meh. not a whole lot to work with
-fitting the straps to your own stature is tedious by yourself. (not really a big issue)
-Molle weaving on this thing is truly tedious ( once again not really a big issue)

overall this cons are not anything to be concerned about this is a great piece for any load out i love this
by Raul F. on 10/10/2016
"This vest is extremely light and as many other reviewers have said it definitely turns heads. The Molle isn't too much of hassle to attach onto it. It looks and feels great. Highly recommend this vest.
by Preston F. on 05/12/2016
"Great armor for my dimly lit CQB matches. Pair this with a darker loadout and it looks very intimidating. As for the comfort it's a little tight compared to my plate carrier but not to bad. Only thing I had to do was lightly heat up the front EVA plate piece to reform it from shipping.
by Shannon w. on 08/25/2015
"Excellent feel &design. No cons!
by Omar P. on 02/09/2015
"Amazing quality and fits me a 6'1 315 Lbs. guy though i recommend wearing a chest rig over this to hold more mags
by Corey S. on 08/15/2014
"Awesome vest can't feel shots at all, only problems are the tight molle placement and the fact that there is very little molle on it. Also, like some other reviews said it does leave small dots where you get shot but it just adds character in my opinion.
by Eric Z. on 12/13/2013
"Let's start with the overall. This is a great vest and definitely fulfills and exceeds its purpose as either a movie prop or as protection on the airsoft field. Super lightweight and very easy to adjust it to fit your own body type. The panels aren't a hard plastic like in the photos but instead a softer foam composite that has a weird smell(very minor, smells kinda like rubber) but is actually fairly durable and looks nice. One thing is that the foam panels are cut into the shapes from bigger pieces and at the edge of the panels there are white lines showing exactly where and how they cut it. Very minor but noticeable if you were to look closely at them. Overall a good vest and worth the price that you pay.
tldr: Good vest, lightweight, foam panels, maneuverable, does exactly what it says it does
Pros:
-lightweight and maneuverable
-good for the price
-easy to use/put on
-pretty comfortable if you adjust it correctly
-protects you from bbs(I couldn't even feel them, had to call hits based on sound!)
Cons:
-Very little molle space
-no back molle and wearing a backpack is a pain
-poking or scratching the panels will leave a permanent imprint(not noticeable though)
by Michael l. on 04/13/2013
"when i first saw this armor, my mind went to what i do best: carrying big guns, and holding down others for my team to move in. plain and simple. THIS RIG, however, is supposed to be for CQB/light riflemen with regular stantag mags. but, this vest does have some flaws, but the advantages outweigh most of the issues.

PROS:
light, comfortable
can shrug off BB's/ don't go home looking like a pincushion
cheap for what it is
rather daunting looking (6'1 guy with LMG, 4 color jungle tiger stripe, this vest, and a helmet) why is it a tactical advantage? you draw fire from your teammates to you, giving them a moment to breath and move in.

CONS:
when raising your large weapon to aim (note: this is not a issue with M-4 or other 'light' weapon) the vest can raise with your shoulders and make staring down a M-60's sights a bit hard
MOLLE is crazy tight, so i was sad when my 3-mag pouch couldn't slide on so i could carry more batteries for the LMG
i kinda wish it was made...well, not as cheap. can't complain for 80 bucks, and its not a deal breaker, i just wish it looked like the one in the picture
also, when it coems in, a plate or 2 may be bent out of shape. just un-bend them.

all in all, it is certainly a light rig, but can function well for all senarios if you get creative. ive used it as a gunner rig, rifleman, CQB, and a marksman for a short while. after you get used to it, it is fine.