The difference between these CP's?

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Anyone know anything about the "Gerry Davis Chest Protector?" I'm on an extremely tight budget & I've got it down to the GD & the V-Sport from Lesters. I'm a VERY big guy (300+ lb, 62" Shoulders, 22" Neck) & I need a BIG protector! I just got put on the list for college subbing for the rest of the year so I need something pretty good but yet under $100 w/ shipping. I know several will say step up & get the Platinum or something like it but the $$$ just isn't in the budget right now.

Thanks!

[waltjp]

I've worn the Platinum for a couple of years now and I'm very happy with it. If I was shopping for a new one today I'd consider the Jerry Davis of Honigs protectors. I understand that price does weigh into your decision but why skimp when considering your personal safety. A broken collar bone or rib will surely cost more than the money saved on a cheaper protector.

[JIGGY]

Originally Posted by waltjp

I've worn the Platinum for a couple of years now and I'm very happy with it. If I was shopping for a new one today I'd consider the Jerry Davis of Honigs protectors. I understand that price does weigh into your decision but why skimp when considering your personal safety. A broken collar bone or rib will surely cost more than the money saved on a cheaper protector.

The v-sport would do just as well at preventing broken bones, it just wouldn't have that "I'm a big time umpire" look. If you are getting hit that often with baseballs, either your mechanics suck, or the catcher's mechanics suck. Either way, it's fixable without putting out $200 on a bigger logo.

[SanDiegoSteve]

Originally Posted by JIGGY

If you are getting hit that often with baseballs, either your mechanics suck, or the catcher's mechanics suck. .

Trust me, at the levels most of us work, it is 100% the catcher not living up to his title.