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

"I purchased two of these for myself and my Squad leader for use in Paintball Scenario games. Upon receiving these I am glad they were on sale for 56 bucks instead of the usual 70.
Build Quality:
The "Armor Plates" which make up this vest are EVA foam with a brown vinyl coating on the top. All of the edges have grey cut lines from where they were die cut from a large sheet, but that's not really that annoying to me seeing as if it really starts to bug me I'll run a brush with coyote brown testors enamel on it along the edges. The MOLLE loops are pretty uneven but thankfully none on mine were too small to pass a strap through. 3/5

Donning and doffing:
It's a major pain without a mirror because of just how easy it is to get straps crossed. I would suggest having your battle buddy/teammate help you. 3/5

Weight:
It is extremely light weight compared to the Condor MOPC I usually run with, in fact compared to my usual load out I'd say it's about 1/3 to 1/2 the weight of a standard plate carrier minus the plates of course. 5/5

Customization:
This vest has almost nothing to it. Though for you lovers of the brush this thing is perfect for custom hand painted logo's and graffiti, it also lends itself well to weathering effects. There's really no MOLLE to attach anything more useful then maybe a double mag pouch and admin panel. The back panel has 4 useless buckles which are apparently for a Hydration carrier to somehow attach to. Don't ask me how cause I have yet to see one that attaches in this manner. If you run a battle belt you're fine but aside from that look elsewhere if you need to pack your entire house minus the kitchen sink. 2/5

Sizing:
It's a little on the small size as far as coverage goes on a big guy like me (5'8"/250lbs) but aside from that it does have quite a bit of adjustability where it counts. I'd definitely suggest it more for thinner players. 3/5

Final thoughts:
The vest looks cool no doubt. In fact that's the main reason I purchased them as soon as they went on sale. And even though I'm a bigger guy it still looks pretty awesome on me in my multicam. But as far as value goes it'd be a good deal at $40 bucks instead of 56 or 70. The price on this vest even on sale doesn't really reflect what your paying for.

"I thought this vest was cheap looking and not as the advertisement depicted.

Pros:
Light weight
Comfy
Easy to take on and put back on.

Cons:
Cheap foam
Buckles break easily
Over lap of foam
Looks silly on someone who is 6 foot
Bad molle placement

"I used this vest a total of 10 times and had a complete system failure.

The entire bottom molle area was holding a pistol and two magazines, and after casually jogging, the entire plate ripped through the pleats, leaving giant holes in the fabric. It is totally repairable.



Pros:
-Looks cools

Cons:
- Bad molle strapping, everything bounces around because you only get a row of two straps
- Rips very easily, note my comment above
- Cannot hold a standard setup, it's heavy and makes you feel like a sloth. Totally not flexible at all
- Body armor cracks
- Pleats do not hold, Don't try to attach a dump bag unless you enjoy looking for it after each game

After the early death of this vest, I picked up a chest rig and like it much, much more.