Original Item. Only One Available. This is an excellent condition ARMOR, BODY, FRAGMENTATION, PROTECTIVE in a size LARGE. These are bulletproof with included hips drawstrings (untied), sturdy front hook and loop closure, with front two pockets. It also has two nice rubber pads with \”bumpers\” on the front, which we assume is to help keep straps in place.

These are made up of two pieces, the cover, and the armor, which is held inside. The top label reads

SIZE LARGE
8470-122-1301
ARMOR BODY FRAGMENTATION
PROTECTIVE VEST WITH COLLAR
DSA 100-69-C-1784
TRENTON TEX. ENG. & MFG. CO., INC.

The serial number indicates a manufacture date of 1969. The bottom label reads

ARMOR, BODY FRAGMENTATION
PROTECTIVE, WITH 3/4 COLLAR

This armor may save your life! When properly worn, it will
Protect vital areas against shell and grenade fragments which
Cause most combat casualties.

INSTRUCTIONS
1. WEAR ARMOR OVER SHIRT AND UNDER FIELD JACKET
2. Adjust side laces to make armor fit the body but still
provide proper ventilation. Do not fit too tightly.
3. Use protective flaps to cover opening under side laces
and slide fastener. Protect slide fastener by fastening snap
closure.
4. DO NOT DRY THE ARMOR NEAR AN OPEN FLAME.

This is a really great condition set of Vietnam War body armor, ready for further research and display.