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Originally Posted by Yeoman
then why would the DOD come down with a ruling that no one is allowed to wear it then?
that can't be just because of a price tag.
look into it, these plates have failed, and in more then one batch made apparently.
Greg
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All armour will fail, that's a mathematical certainty. The reason U.S. troops are forbidden from wearing it is:
1) The U.S. military has not yet tested it to be battle-ready (official version)
2) That they simply can't afford to outfit all their troops and will not allow troops to supply their own. Then it comes down to some guys are better protected than others because they have money. This leads to discrimination and favoritism that can't be allowed in a military that requires teamwork and morale.