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Stearns Deluxe Merchant Mate II Flotation Vest Type I (PFD Vests)

Stearns Deluxe Merchant Mate II Flotation Vest Type I (PFD Vests)

Mfr. Stearns | Mfr No. I600ORG-00-000

Stearns Deluxe Merchant Mate II Flotation Vest Type I (PFD Vests). Non-reversible vest style Type I PFD designed for comfort and performance...
$80.92

Stearns First Mate I Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest), Orange

Stearns First Mate I Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest), Orange

Mfr. Stearns

Stearns First Mate I Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest), Orange. Quality and value in a popular, four-pocket style flotation vest. Constructed of soft, comfortable flotation foam for all-day wear...
$56.11 - $76.09

Stearns Merchant Mate I Life Vest Type I (PFD Vests)

Stearns Merchant Mate I Life Vest Type I (PFD Vests)

Mfr. Stearns

Stearns Merchant Mate I Life Vest Type I (PFD Vests). A Type I life vest that meets the requirements of recreational and most commercial vessels...
$46.00 - $46.00

Stearns, Deck Hand II Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest)

Stearns, Deck Hand II Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest)

Mfr. Stearns

Stearns, Deck Hand II Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest). An affordable, comfortable life vest that meets the needs of many commercial and recreation vessels. A simple PFD with desirable features...
$48.60 - $62.68

Stearns, Search & Rescue, (SAR) Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest)

Stearns, Search & Rescue, (SAR) Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest)

Mfr. Stearns

Stearns, Search & Rescue, (SAR) Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest). Not just for Search and Rescue personal, this life vest offers security and comfort for water rescue personnel...
$123.65 - $136.45

Stearns, The Versatile Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest)

Stearns, The Versatile Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest)

Mfr. Stearns

Stearns, The Versatile Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest). Stearns most versatile industrial flotation vest. Tough nylon shell with seven-piece foam design for all-day comfort...
$70.53 - $87.05

Jim Buoy, Life Preservers, USCG, w/ Tape

Jim Buoy, Life Preservers, USCG, w/ Tape

Mfr. Jim Buoy

USCG Approved - Type I PFD. Type I PFDs are designed for open waters, and provide an extra margin of safety and security for you and
$58.63 - $64.59

Mustang Survival, Industrial Mesh Vest / Tape Coast Guard Approved, XX / XXXL

Mustang Survival, Industrial Mesh Vest / Tape Coast Guard Approved, XX / XXXL

Mfr. Mustang Survival

USCG Approved Type III. The mesh shoulders on this vest have virtually no bulk, and offer unhindered mobility. This, combined with the large arm hol
$51.78 - $70.12

Mustang Survival, Inflatable PFD (Life Vest) with Lift, Red and Black, Auto Hydrostatic Activation

Mustang Survival, Inflatable PFD (Life Vest) with Lift, Red and Black, Auto Hydrostatic Activation

Mfr. Mustang Survival | Mfr No. MD0450

The MD0450 Auto Hydrostatic Inflatable Vest with LIFT is a lightweight inflatable PFD (life jacket) designed with a shorter length and a low, flexible profile to ensure total
$356.97

Mustang Survival, Life Vest, Orange, 4 Pocket w/Safety Tape, USCG, Small

Mustang Survival, Life Vest, Orange, 4 Pocket w/Safety Tape, USCG, Small

Mfr. Mustang Survival | Mfr No. MV3128T2-S-2

USCG Approved - Type III PFD. Mustang's 4-pocket industrial vest improves on the features of the 2-pocket vest by adding two additional l
$68.32

Work Vest w/ Solas Tape, Adult Universal

Work Vest w/ Solas Tape, Adult Universal

Mfr. Mustang Survival | Mfr No. MV3192-2

The Mustang Survival MV3192 Type III/V Work Vest is ideal for construction, enforcement and other personnel working on or near the water requiring an approved work vest...
$82.56

Vest Zip Front / Tape Cg Apprd

Vest Zip Front / Tape Cg Apprd

Mfr. Mustang Survival

USCG Approved - Type III PFD. The MV3106 T2 Classic Industrial Flotation Vest is a classic PFD for industrial applications. A good option for the
$62.72 - $62.72

River Raft Vest

River Raft Vest

Mfr. Stearns

USCG Approved Type III⁄Type V PFD. This is Stearns' River Rafting⁄Whitewater Vest. It is made with soft, comfortable flotation foam and
$82.57 - $157.36

Stearns Comfort Series Search & Rescue (SAR), PFD, Orange

Stearns Comfort Series Search & Rescue (SAR), PFD, Orange

Mfr. Stearns

Stearns Comfort Series Search & Rescue (SAR), PFD, Orange. Same design as the Search & Rescue Vest (SAR) with the addition of a soft lightweight mesh designed for comfort and ventilation...
$79.14 - $83.11

Stearns Force II, Work Flotation Vest Type V (PFD Vests)

Stearns Force II, Work Flotation Vest Type V (PFD Vests)

Mfr. Stearns

Stearns Force II, Work Flotation Vest Type V (PFD Vest). Economical Type V commercial work vest features lightweight flotation foam...
$47.52 - $56.62

Stearns I650, VR Versatile SAR Flotation Vest Type V (PFD Vests)

Stearns I650, VR Versatile SAR Flotation Vest Type V (PFD Vests)

Mfr. Stearns | Mfr No. I650RED00000

Manufactured for Public Safety, SAR, Marine Rescue and Survival agencies, used by the US Coast Guard, US Navy and many NATO Countries as well as Public Safety Diving and Surface Water Rescue Teams...
$222.92

Stearns Welder's Flotation Vest, Type III (PFD Vest)

Stearns Welder's Flotation Vest, Type III (PFD Vest)

Mfr. Stearns | Mfr No. I405ORG-00-000

Stearns Welder's Flotation Vest, Type III (PFD Vest), is an economical heavy-duty flotation vest with tough fiberglass shell and Vislon zipper...
$76.59

Stearns Work Force II, Work Flotation Vest Type V (PFD Vests)

Stearns Work Force II, Work Flotation Vest Type V (PFD Vests)

Mfr. Stearns | Mfr No. I310ORG-00-000

Stearns Work Force II, Work Flotation Vest Type V (PFD Vests) are an economical Type V commercial work vest features lightweight flotation foam encased in a heavy-duty nylon shell...
$45.30

Stearns Work Master Work Vest, Flotation Vest Type III/V (PFD Vests)

Stearns Work Master Work Vest, Flotation Vest Type III/V (PFD Vests)

Mfr. Stearns

Stearns Work Master Work Vest, Flotation Vest Type III/V (PFD Vests)is a functional affordable response to a life vest (PFD) to use to work in, meeting Type III/V requirements...
$51.25 - $61.23

Stearns, Low Profile, Law Enforcement Vest, Type III (PFD Vest)

Stearns, Low Profile, Law Enforcement Vest, Type III (PFD Vest)

Mfr. Stearns

Stearns, Low Profile, Law Enforcement Vest, Type III (PFD Vest). Designed for maximum mobility and to still meet the requirements of a Type III PFD...
$118.92 - $118.92

Stearns, The Ship Mate II Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest), Orange, Adult Universal

Stearns, The Ship Mate II Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest), Orange, Adult Universal

Mfr. Stearns | Mfr No. I404ORG-00-000

Stearns, The Ship Mate II Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest), Orange, Adult Universal. Economical heavy-duty flotation vest with tough nylon shell and Vision zipper...
$48.03

Stearns, The Work Boat Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest), Orange

Stearns, The Work Boat Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest), Orange

Mfr. Stearns

Stearns, The Work Boat Life Vests Type III (PFD Vest), Orange. Heavy-duty flotation vest features two adjustable belts for secure and comfortable fit...
$58.03 - $64.34

Stearns, USCG  Type I Adult Life Vest

Stearns, USCG Type I Adult Life Vest

Mfr. Stearns | Mfr No. 6000ORG-00-000

USCG approved. A Type I offshore PFD. 22.5 lbs. minimum performance. Features a foam filled collar and hinged back pane
$68.00

Work Zone Gear Life Vest, Comfort Series, Type III (PFD Vest), ANSI Approved

Work Zone Gear Life Vest, Comfort Series, Type III (PFD Vest), ANSI Approved

Mfr. Stearns

Work Zone Gear Life Vest, Comfort Series, Type III (PFD Vest). Specially designed with soft, lightweight mesh on the upper half of the vest for comfort and ventilation....
$47.40 - $119.00

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Question
lightweight lifevest

I am looking for a very lightweight lifevest for my grandson. He weighs about 150 lbs. He can swim but has muscular dystrophy. We have a sail boat and a cabin cruiser and he loves hanging around the boats with us. I make him wear a life jacket and need a very lightweight comfortable one for him to wear in case he falls into to the water and is unable to have the strength to swim.

Submitted by: Carol
Answer

You will need to use a type I PFD. Here are the type classes to help you understand…
http://www.go2marine.com/docs/mfr/stearns/pfd_lifejackets_guide.shtml
A type I PFD has the highest capability to turn most users face up.

A type III requires the user to turn themselves face up if they fall over and are floating face down.

I will leave the choice up to you - you likely have him in a type III right now
Here are a couple type I’s
http://www.go2marine.com/product.do?no=95954F
http://www.go2marine.com/product.do?no=70284F


Question
Life jacket...

My husband sinks like a rock in water. We have tried many life jackets and we get the same results - we buy a type III and he has to tread water like crazy to stay afloat. What type of jacket do you recommend so he can float in the water?

Submitted by: Vicki
Answer

We have a some useful information on PDF's in our Product Guides. While a TYPE I is generally recommend for such situations, here is a new product that you may be interested in. The Mustang Survival, Inflatable PFD (Life Vest) with Lift, Red and Black, Auto Hydrostatic Activation provides 40lbs. of buoyancy. Please note, that these are made to order and so may take a bit of time to get to you.


Question
Commercial PFDs

I am a member of the USCG Auxiliary. I am looking for a commercial type III life jacket with USCG Auxiliary logo. Which jackets can you recommend?

Submitted by: Dave
Answer

Yes we have PFD's for the USCG Aux.

We do not publish USCG versions to the website for obvious reasons. You will need to supply proof of service to order.


Question
Life vest for 95 lb person

My son is 95 lbs. and his chest is 27" around, what size life vest should I get him?

Submitted by: Nikki
Answer

At 95 lbs, your son will be needing an adult size vest as a child or youth vest will not provide the necessary buoyancy. Unfortunately, I’ve gone through our site and have not been able to locate a vest with a small enough chest size.


Question
Type II and III preservers

Hi, I wondered if the Search and rescue series of preserver was designed to turn people face up in the water if they are unconscious? We are looking for one that has this feature but is not quite as bulky or confining as the ones that buckle right at the throat?

Answer

Type I PFD’s are designed to turn people face up in the water. You might want to consider an Merchant Mate Life Vest. It is USCG Approved Type I, is designed to turn most unconscious wearers right side up and is not so bulky. This is not as comfortable as the Comfort Series Search & Rescue PFD, but is rated a I versus a III.

Submitted by: skicrazee

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