Model 1635 The Model 1635 is Gilliam Arms' flagship RF3 hard armor plate — built to defeat the most demanding rifle threats recognized under NIJ Standard-0101.07, including M2 AP armor-piercing ammunition. Colonial Heritage The "1635" plate commemorates the arrival of John Gillam and Thomas Gillam aboard the ship George in 1635, from Gravesend, England. This date marks the beginning of nearly four centuries of documented American heritage for the Gilliam family in colonial Virginia. Key Features: RF3 standalone protection Low backface deformation Multi-curve ergonomic design Crown shot tested 99.7% ceramic purity Made in USA with domestic and quality global materials 10-year warranty Technical Specifications: Model Model 1635 RF3 Protection Level RF3 (Level IV) standalone NIJ Standard 0101.07 RF3 NIJ 0101.07 Drop Tested Yes Size FULL 10" x 12" with complete ceramic coverage Weight per plate 6.35 pounds Thickness 1" Curve Type Multi-curve (3 horizontal and 4 vertical) Ceramic Material Ultra-pure alumina monolithic Coverage Edge-to-edge ceramic with 2mm rubber rash guard Backing Material High quality ballistic UHMWPE materials Adhesive 100% USA ARMORFILM™ Outer Material Nylon Manufacturing Made in USA with domestic and quality global materials Warranty 10 years on ballistic materials Resisted Threats Per NIJ Standard 0101.07: RF3 standalone resists: .30-06 M2 AP 5.56mm M855A1 5.56mm M855 7.62x51mm M80A1 7.62x51mm M80 7.62x39mm MSC 5.56mm M193 9mm Luger FMJ RN .44 Magnum JHP .357 Mag JSP
