Precision-engineered with a maximum-modularity design, Hard Shell’s Patron Vest reinforces ballistic protection with removable ballistic inserts for collar, groin, shoulder, and upper-arm, allowing you to tailor protection to any mission. It houses Hard Shell’s signature Trauma-Reduction SAP, with the option of enhanced protection by integrating our lightweight RhinoCore armor plates.
A tactically superior versatile vest that can be customised with ballistic protection and additional accessories as per the needs of the mission, Hard Shell’s Patron Vest is one of our many groundbreaking innovations. Precision-manufactured by taking weight off the vest, it utilizes the finest lightweight materials to give it a compact design that allows for necessary mobility even at its full functionality mode.

Hard Shell’s Patron Vest boasts of a maximum-coverage profile, and yet being lighter than industry standards. It features an exceptionally high modularity with options of removable ballistic inserts for critical body parts. The tactical-grade design employs a complete MOLLE system for accessories integration, while the comfort is taken care of by strategic placement of padding and 3D ventilated mesh.
The ballistics in this bundle are rated Level 3A / Level IIIA / HG2. To learn more about the NIJ body armor standards, visit our Understanding Body Armor Ratings blog.
Patron Vest is meticulously designed to reduce the likelihood of injuries in high-threat areas and conflict zones. It offers broad protection for key body parts, such as front, back, collar, biceps, shoulders, groin, and sides. The vest is comfortable and long-lasting because it is lightweight in spite of its extensive coverage.
Complete coverage is provided by Patron Vest, which protects the front, back, sides, collar, biceps, groin, and shoulders. To further improve overall safety, it provides detachable ballistic protection for vital regions such the groin, throat, biceps, and shoulders.
Advanced NIJ Level IIIA ballistic protection with Soft Armor Panel (SAP) is provided by the vest, with the option to upgrade to higher levels (Level III, III+, or IV) depending on the Hard Armour Panels (HAP) selected.
Yes, the front and back padding of the Patron Vest are arranged in a way to offer maximum comfort over an extended period of usage, making it ideal for missions or circumstances requiring prolonged use.
The vest may be customized in many ways to carry extra gear thanks to its MOLLE/PALS load attachments. Users can customize their loadout based on mission needs and be prepared for a range of situations.
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