Question 1

What is the differneces between this one and the Oneil Assult life vest?

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I purchased the reactor life vest for myself and the assault life vest for my son. I see two big differences. With the two side by side; 1) the assault vest looks to zip a couple inches higher than the reactor vest. 2) the assault vest comes with two blocks of extra padding for lower back support.  The blocks themselves are only about 1/2-3/4 of an inch thick so I could see the benefit in that if you lower back issues. I wouldn’t take the assaults lower back support into account while measuring either. I did measure myself and my son and got the corresponding sizes listed in the neoprene size chart and the vest were spot on to the chart. Use a cloth tape measure and order accordingly.

Question 2

Why is the Amazon's O'neill reactor vest priced almost double as others stores like Overton's?  :-/

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Inflation

Question 3

Weight limit

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I got the XXL for a present for my nephew who was about 5'9" and weighed close to 300 lbs (he has since lost weight) and it fit him perfectly. I think if you are looking for someone who is much taller and weighs about 350, I would recommend the XXXL for sure. This item is good quality though and would recommend.

Question 4

Sizing for someone with a beer belly -- 5'6, 180 pounds. will an xl be too big or an l? thanks in advance!

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Can’t completely tell you from your description.  However, Life vests are very snug for safety. So whatever size you think you would normally wear, definitely go up at least one size. I can wear mine, but it always takes a little to get use to the tight fit.

ASIN	B014JOPJA8
ASIN	B078Y356YZ
Additional Features	Adjustable, Flexible, Heavy-Duty, Lightweight, Portable
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	#147,428 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #370 in Life Jackets & Vests
Brand Name	O'NEILL
Closure Type	Concealed front buckles with heavy duty zipper
Color	Black/Black/Black
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,703)
Date First Available	July 31, 2015
Department	mens
Fit Type	Universal
Global Trade Identification Number	00603731711100
Included Components	life vest
Item Type Name	Water Sports PFD's
Item Weight	12 ounces
Item model number	4720
Lining Description	Polyester
Manufacturer	O'Neill Wetsuits
Manufacturer	O'Neill Wetsuits
Manufacturer Part Number	4720-A05-S
Material Type	Foam
Maximum Weight Recommendation	170 pounds
Model Number	4720
Outer Material	Neoprene
Personal Flotation Device Type	Life Jacket
Size	Small
Strap Type	Adjustable
UPC	603731711100
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	Contact seller for Warranty Issues

O'Neill Men's Reactor USCG Life Vest

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