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Originally Posted by regular guy
12. If this applies, don't be afraid to buy some of your own armor. The IOTV is cumbersome, impractical, and heavy for foot movements. The army is fielding a Eagle industries version of the Ranger Body Armor that is quick release, light weight, and better defined for the foot soldier. Pricey again, but look into similar styles if your command climate is good. Especially if you are in a Scout/Recce/Recon unit.
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We were warned about this.
Our unit actually told us if we were killed wearing non-issue armour that our SGLI would be revoked.
Not sure of the legalities of this, but something to consider-