GROMMET AND SCREW INSTALLATION
There is more than one way to do this, so I'm simply sharing my method.
1. Mark centre line on the front of vest and approximate placement points of armor plates. Placements will be further refined as each plate goes on. I recommend getting a friend to help you since it is ideal to do this with the vest on your body.
2. Use a grommet to trace the holes within the armor plate outlines. As you can see, the guiding outlines are off centre so I'll have to correct this as I install each armor plate.
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3. Cut a cross within the grommet outline and cut the quarters to make a hole.
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4. Insert the screw assembly and fasten with nut.
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5. Affix blu tack on the base of the screw assembly. These will be contact points for your armor plate.
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6. Wear the vest, use a mirror to ascertain placement of the armor plate and press it down against the blu tack. Remember to mind the centre line.
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6. Remove the vest, unfasten the nut and trace the base of the screw assembly on the armor plate.
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8. Affix the screw assembly to the armor plate with an adhesive of choice. I use a two-part epoxy putty and leave it for 24 hours before handling. I recommend sanding the surface with a coarse grit paper for better 'grip'.
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9. The grommets may now be installed following the usual method.
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The grommet ring is upside down in this photo. Doh!
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That's it! Now repeat for the rest of the armor plates going from top to bottom. I hope this is clear and is actually helpful to someone out there.
