Store would not sell me body armor

[ExactlyMyPoint]

I was recently in a police supply store where you can buy 5.11 stuff, vests, flashlights, lots of cop related stuff, etc. They had a whole bunch of body armor on clearance. I called to see if they still had it and the clerk said that they would not sell to me unless I had a DPST number, which is a Department of Public Safety and Training number. I asked about conceal carry permits and apparently that does not qualify.

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[BigJon10125]

Tangle had a similar issue. In my area it is not regulated like that. I see it at gun shows often. Try online. I have considered getting some as well.

[ppkheat]

eBay?

[high pockets]

I guess you saved a bit of money, didn't you?

Is that a store policy, or a regulatory requirement?

[mcp1810]

Go in and try it on, determine what size you need and buy it on line. Plenty of sources out there. You can probably get it at a better price too.

[whoppo]

The local fire/police supply store here also carries some items that are "LEO sales only". I wouldn't take it personally :)

[Burns]

If they don't want money from citizens they won't get any. There are TONS of places online that would sell it to you in a heartbeat.

[F350]

Found this site in 30 seconds...

BulletProofME.com Body Armor - How to ORDER

[glockman10mm]

Believe me, if you are not performing work where you will need to wear it, then you won't. It's the one article of my day I go without whenever I can.

[HAWKEYE50]

I got mine through- BulletProofMe.com. I spent about $435.00 total. The guys will bend over backward to help you get the correct fit. Great website, and follow-up. I do recommend that you have them over lap the sides a little, these are made to YOUR measurements, and fit like a glove. Mine does. If you have any questions feel free to ask as I will sub to this thread. Keep in mind that some States don't allow their subjects to own these vest.
By the way, I bought an extra soft plate chest plate from a guy on C.L., last month. I slip it under my other vest, just in case. And they are VERY hot in the Summer.

[Arborigine]

Go in and try it on, determine what size you need and buy it on line. Plenty of sources out there. You can probably get it at a better price too.

And make sure and thank them, expaining what you just did. If they don't know, they won't learn.

[CanuckQue]

Believe me, if you are not performing work where you will need to wear it, then you won't. It's the one article of my day I go without whenever I can.

5.11 vests, you mean?

[glockman10mm]

5.11 vests, you mean?

No. DOJ ballistic rated vests.

[SIXTO]

I just want to point out that it might not be because the store is snooty and doesn't want to sell to the regular guy; a lot of manufacturers of this stuff give retail stores special pricing if they sell to agency only.

[joker1]

Believe me, if you are not performing work where you will need to wear it, then you won't. It's the one article of my day I go without whenever I can.

Having just wore some for the first time (Did a ride along with a Police Officer as part of my Police Auxiliary Training) for 13 hours, I have to concur that it is not fun to wear. Still felt like I was wearing it for a few hours after taking it off. That being said I suppose it is harder to put on while bullets are flying at you than putting on a seat belt right before impact.