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One thing to consider: "soft" armor has a limited shelf life (~5 years?), whereas hard plates have a much longer shelf life (20 years?). Some soft armor can degrade depending on its environment (UV, moisture, etc.).
If the armor in the carrier can be replaced (without replacing the carrier itself), then the consider the cost of replacing the armor insert. If not, then do you need to replace the whole system?
Also, ceramic plates, while typically lighter, are more fragile than steel or plastic, and may need to be replaced if you fall on them.
If the armor in the carrier can be replaced (without replacing the carrier itself), then the consider the cost of replacing the armor insert. If not, then do you need to replace the whole system?
Also, ceramic plates, while typically lighter, are more fragile than steel or plastic, and may need to be replaced if you fall on them.