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by ***The Commander*** » Tue Aug 23, 2011 1:18 pm

I think that this would be a great product for any modern MOC. It can be used for military troops, but it could also be used for police if produced in black!

by **PhaTic** » Tue Aug 23, 2011 1:29 pm

I believe we could be seeing this sometime in the future. ;)

by ***The Commander*** » Tue Aug 23, 2011 1:49 pm

PhaTic wrote:I believe we could be seeing this sometime in the future. ;)

I sure hope so! Also, if this will ever be produced, I would love to see it with a camo pattern!

by **Sheppard** » Tue Aug 23, 2011 2:16 pm

That's actually not a kevlar vest. It's an LBV. (Load Bearing Vest) A real kevlar bullet proof vest doesn't have all the pouches on it.

by ***The Commander*** » Tue Aug 23, 2011 3:18 pm

Sheppard wrote:That's actually not a kevlar vest. It's an LBV. (Load Bearing Vest) A real kevlar bullet proof vest doesn't have all the pouches on it.

You may be right. Either way, I typed in military Kevlar vest in google images and this is what came up...

by **Sheppard** » Tue Aug 23, 2011 4:16 pm

*The Commander* wrote:
Sheppard wrote:That's actually not a kevlar vest. It's an LBV. (Load Bearing Vest) A real kevlar bullet proof vest doesn't have all the pouches on it.

You may be right. Either way, I typed in military Kevlar vest in google images and this is what came up...

Understandable. Most kevlars are tight fitting plain vests. And regular bullet proof vests such as Interceptor Body Armor ones, are more bulky plate carrier vests.

by **Chickenwarrior** » Tue Aug 23, 2011 4:19 pm

I'd like it to be a brickarm but i'd probably only buy a few.

by **maarekstorm** » Tue Aug 23, 2011 4:21 pm

Body armor can come in so many flavors and styles. I like the pictured, I think it might transfer well to LEGO. There's a lot of other competitors in this market already, I would prefer and probably would buy BrickArms over said competitors. I did so for helmets I waited and waited and the MCH Helmets came out which I love! Definitely in favor of this, but I don't think I'm going to hold my breath.

by ***The Commander*** » Tue Aug 23, 2011 4:39 pm

I have one from a different customizer; and while I am pleased with it, I would never buy one (I got it in a trade), as they are overpriced and are made of lower quality plastic than Brickarms is. I am hoping that if these are made made by Will that they will be $2 USD or under. Also, I wouldn't be so quick to say that you wouldn't hold your breath, I think that there is a good chance that there will be Brickarms vests soon since there is such a big market for them. Of course that is just speculation, and I know nothing for sure.

by **maarekstorm** » Tue Aug 23, 2011 6:00 pm

Trust me I'd be happy to see them. I have several vests from another vendor, but they are pricey and hard to buy in bulk... like I normally like. If and when Will comes out with something in this market I'm sure I will buy them.

I do agree Will's production quality is by far the best in my opinion.

by ***The Commander*** » Tue Aug 23, 2011 8:39 pm

maarekstorm wrote:I have several another vendor vests that I like, but they are pricey and hard to buy in bulk... like I normally like. If and when Will comes out with something in this market I'm sure I will buy them.

Same with me! I do not have a lot of money that I can spend on Brickarms, so when I make an order I want it to go as far as it can! That is why I haven't bought much from other customizers, because they are lower quality and pricey. That is why I am happy with Brickarms, they are great quality and they aren't too expensive!

Back on topic;
If made into a Brickarms product I would like to see this in: Bley, Black, Tan, Dark Tan, Sand Green, and Lime for my faction. I believe that Bley, Sand Green, and Lime are colors that haven't been used yet for mass produced items, but I would like to see those colors for a vest like this.

by **Werdna** » Tue Aug 23, 2011 8:53 pm

What I'd really like is a vest that doesn't have any protrusions on the back. As a vehicle builder, any such protrusions (IE: back stud, pouches, etc.) would no doubt get in the way when it comes to fitting minifigures, and that wouldn't be favorable.

by **Lit** » Wed Aug 24, 2011 3:08 am

I think this would be greatly there were multiple designs to buy. Each one a different style. I would sure buy some!

Lit :)

by **Tac** » Wed Aug 24, 2011 3:18 am

With Will venturing into bodywear, I think this would a great start! It would be perfect with the MCH, and any of the BA modern guns.

by ***The Commander*** » Wed Aug 24, 2011 5:34 am

Tac wrote:With Will venturing into bodywear, I think this would a great start! It would be perfect with the MCH, and any of the BA modern guns.

That's what I was thinking too. If made it could be used with: Black MCH and Black Vest for police, SWAT; and Tan MCH and Tan Vest for military and militia.

by **Tac** » Wed Aug 24, 2011 5:42 am

*The Commander* wrote:
Tac wrote:With Will venturing into bodywear, I think this would a great start! It would be perfect with the MCH, and any of the BA modern guns.

That's what I was thinking too. If made it could be used with: Black MCH and Black Vest for police, SWAT; and Tan MCH and Tan Vest for military and militia.

And Dark Grey, don't forgot Dark Grey. :-P

by ***The Commander*** » Wed Aug 24, 2011 7:09 am

Tac wrote:And Dark Grey, don't forgot Dark Grey. :-P

Of course not! If they are made and if they are made in: Bley, Black, GM, Tan, Dark Tan, and Sand Green; I would be a very happy man.

by **Ratshot** » Wed Aug 24, 2011 7:13 am

I would really like to see one of of each. A BP and an ammo vest. Camo would be a plus!

by ***The Commander*** » Wed Aug 24, 2011 7:16 am

Ratshot wrote:I would really like to see one of of each. A BP and an ammo vest. Camo would be a plus!

If these were made in camo, it would be like a dream come true! It would be hard to print camo on a tactical vest though, since it has a lot of pockets.

by **Spec Ops Commando** » Wed Aug 24, 2011 7:39 pm

This will be useful, I won't have to substitute decals for body armor.

by **Mobius1** » Thu Aug 25, 2011 4:55 pm

That would be nice. I would buy a lot of these.

Youtube · by **Bomber Piggy** » Fri Aug 26, 2011 12:06 pm

I love this idea! A tactical vest is just what I need to omplete some modern troops for a current project! I might remake it later if Brickarms ever makes one of these.

by **LavaTalon73** » Fri Aug 26, 2011 2:33 pm

This would be great for U.S. Army figs in this exact color. However, the options are endless if it comes in different colors! It would make "Reloads" more realistic, and it just makes minifigs seem more imposing and less flat.

by **Chuck Norris** » Fri Aug 26, 2011 2:35 pm

I agree with this. I am thinking about buying these from another vendor but am worried about the quality. I would love to see Brickarms body armor. I need some to make my cop figs into SWAT

by ***The Commander*** » Sat Aug 27, 2011 6:00 pm

Chuck Norris wrote:I agree with this. I am thinking about buying these from another vendor but am worried about the quality. I would love to see Brickarms body armor. I need some to make my cop figs into SWAT

You should worry about the quality! Trust me, I have had a bad experience with other Lego accessories from customizers other than Brickarms.

by **sdfcxz12345** » Sat Aug 27, 2011 7:38 pm

I always have wanted one of these!

by **maarekstorm** » Sat Aug 27, 2011 10:41 pm

Werdna wrote:What I'd really like is a vest that doesn't have any protrusions on the back. As a vehicle builder, any such protrusions (IE: back stud, pouches, etc.) would no doubt get in the way when it comes to fitting minifigures, and that wouldn't be favorable.

I agree I hope if and when these come around there won't be a stud on the back, while it can add additional accessories, you can't place in certain vehicles, etc. Perhaps two classes one with studs and without.

by **LavaTalon73** » Mon Aug 29, 2011 5:12 am

I really like this idea (like I already said). I agree with what Maarekstorm said:

maarekstorm wrote:I agree I hope if and when these come around there won't be a stud on the back, while it can add additional accessories, you can't place in certain vehicles, etc. Perhaps two classes one with studs and without.

I think that sounds like I great idea!

This thing could come in all sorts of colors: Black for Spec Ops, Swat, or Seals, Tan or a light green color for Army and marines, and other colors for Futuristic people, and so on!

by **TheSurgeon** » Mon Sep 05, 2011 7:25 pm

I, personally would love to see this.

by **Ldiddy** » Thu Sep 08, 2011 6:35 pm

Nice put I prefer something like this with a different amount of pockets, with differnt pocket placement, also I agree with Werdna.

by **Syruss** » Thu Sep 15, 2011 12:05 am

Well, I have to say I agree with many of the armor types mentioned here. And since I'd rather spend my money on BA due to their higher manufacturing quality, it would be great if some of these became available from here.

~Syruss

by **dariusjr98** » Sat Nov 05, 2011 4:23 pm

This idea is awesome.I would definitely buy this for any of my minifigures.

by **Lego Comando** » Sun Dec 04, 2011 6:37 am

Sheppard wrote:
*The Commander* wrote:
Sheppard wrote:That's actually not a kevlar vest. It's an LBV. (Load Bearing Vest) A real kevlar bullet proof vest doesn't have all the pouches on it.

You may be right. Either way, I typed in military Kevlar vest in google images and this is what came up...

Understandable. Most kevlars are tight fitting plain vests. And regular bullet proof vests such as Interceptor Body Armor ones, are more bulky plate carrier vests.

There are plate carriers with loops for MOLLE pouches, mag carriers ect. The picture is an LBV, but there are vests that can stop a bullet and carry them. I would love to see this come out, as it would really help with modern figs and police.

by **Colby&Max** » Mon Dec 19, 2011 4:29 pm

Great idea! My minifigures sure could use a tactical vest!

by **n00bie 14** » Tue Dec 20, 2011 9:25 pm

Much better than the printed variety. I'm surprised that Will hasn't come up with this yet! This would be excellent for military personnel and SWAT Team members.

by ***The Commander*** » Sun Jan 22, 2012 6:06 pm

n00bie 14 wrote:Much better than the printed variety. I'm surprised that Will hasn't come up with this yet! This would be excellent for military personnel and SWAT Team members.

Agreed!

by **GLaDOS** » Thu Jan 26, 2012 3:53 pm

this would be really cool! I'd definitely buy this!

by **The Flash** » Sat Jan 28, 2012 12:31 pm

Yes! BA definitely needs some body wear! =D

by **GLaDOS** » Sat Jan 28, 2012 12:42 pm

The Flash wrote:Yes! BA definitely needs some body wear! =D

yes indeed. BA definitely needs some body wear.

by **DutchBricks** » Sat Mar 17, 2012 3:53 pm

I would like see this too.

by **The Trandoshan** » Thu Apr 19, 2012 10:32 pm

I must throw my two cents in and say that I would highly enjoy a BA Tactical Vest. I think the detail would be wonderful coming from Mr. Chapman, and that it would make a great product.

by **Spec Ops Dude** » Fri Apr 20, 2012 10:30 pm

I think it's quite shocking that no one has brought this up yet. If Brickarms should ever make bodywear I think this one should be made first because it's the most versatile one.

Ballistic Vests basically serve to block bullets.

by **Kalenfu** » Tue May 29, 2012 6:33 pm

I like this idea a lot it would be really cool to put on mini figs it would add to the look

by **winter** » Fri Jun 01, 2012 5:58 am

Sheppard wrote:Understandable. Most kevlars are tight fitting plain vests. And regular bullet proof vests such as Interceptor Body Armor ones, are more bulky plate carrier vests.

Kevlar vests are heavy too, I have worn one.

by **PMJ** » Fri Jul 13, 2012 9:26 pm

I honestly am surprised Will hasn't even mentioned a tactical vest, considering he released the MCH, which is a perfect suppliment.

by **Isaac25** » Tue Sep 18, 2012 10:59 pm

This is a must have item for most and is surprisingly not produced ... which it absolutely should be, especially in camos. SHOULD BE IN PRODUCTION!

by **GreenLead** » Mon Nov 19, 2012 5:47 pm

Next to the Modern Combat Helmet and the M9 Pistol, a tactical vest is definitely something I'd like to see from BrickArms in the future.

Based on offerings by competing vendors and the general landscape of the minifig customisation scene, I think that a system of vests with optional backpacks, pouches and other accessories would be the best solution:

The vests would be plainly unadorned by default other than some faux velcro straps, and come in basic form factors such as IOTV (infantry grunts), CIRAS Eagle (Spec Ops) and low-profile (VIP / civilian Police)
Items such as ammo pouches, backpacks and hydration bladders would be sold separately, for customers to purchase, arrange and glue onto the vests as they wish.
Wide range of colors for both the vest and accessories: Black, Light Bley, Dark Bley, Tan, Drak Green, White...

This idea is intended to unify all the separate body armor and accessory suggestions into a complete system.

by **MagyarKatona** » Mon Nov 19, 2012 6:37 pm

GreenLead wrote:Wide range of colors for both the vest and accessories: Black, Light Bley, Dark Bley, Tan, Drak Green, White...

Definitely Sand Green as well for UCP camo. Maybe this could help spare mags and introduce new designs for ammo...

by **zakmiller** » Mon Jan 14, 2013 7:24 pm

Body armor would be sick for are minifigs with their brickarms

by **XSHADOWRECONXC** » Tue Feb 05, 2013 8:42 pm

Yes, this is a great idea.

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