Really impressed again with Ump-Attire.com. I have a competitor in town and I still order from Ump-Attire.com often because the service is great. I've had my West Vest Gold Umpire Chest Protector for a long time and over time the buckles and straps wore out. I ordered this to replace it and it is very comfortable and a way better set up than the original strap system. I highly recommend it.
Chuck M.
Trussville, AL
April 21, 2019
After a few years my original Wilson harness lost its tension, so I purchased this replacement harness. It installed easily, and works perfectly. My chest protector fits snugly again, which makes me feel much safer. 10/10.
A.J. F
Saint Peters, MO
April 19, 2019
Original straps always seem to come undone. The new harness strap is perfect. Chest protector does not move an inch, love it!
Jeff H.
Brighton, MI
March 29, 2019
Real simple. Buy this replacement harness and install it on your chest protector. Fits more snug, help conform to your body. You won't be sorry.
Bob L.
La Puente, CA
March 26, 2019
The best. Keeps my chest protector right where I want it. Comfort and movement are great. Buy this harness, you will not be sorry.
Rob P.
Superior, WI
March 17, 2019
Upgrade to this harness it is worth the $25 hands down. Comfortable and keeps your chest protector in place. A must have!!!!
Tom O.
CT
March 12, 2019
I've had a West Vest Chest Protector for a number of years and never liked the harness, this fixed that problem. All is good.
Keith W.
Bladensburg, OH
March 10, 2019
This is an excellent umpire chest protector replacement harness and I recommend it to everyone with a Chest Protector. It has flexibility on all 4 straps and is long enough for bigger guys. I'm 5-10" 245 and it fits me well and has plenty of length. The other thing I like is the back center piece being solid, the one piece versus a triangle seems to offer better overall support than other harnesses I've tried. Then, you get new slides and t-hooks too! If you're still using the stock harness- replace it with one of these today. A five-minute change will make a huge difference in your CP's comfort and fit for this year!
Thomas G.
Louisville, KY
February 25, 2019
Awesome product! Snug fit and holds Chest Protector in place while covering 2B when U1 goes out! I highly recommend for anyone with a Wilson vest!
James P.
Katy, TX
February 18, 2019
Excellent purchase, replacement of original platinum West Vest straps, now my protector has a nice snug fit, now I'm not having to adjust after pitches.
Tom C.
Deer Lake, NEWFOUNDLAND
January 7, 2019
Excellent service and product arrived over the holidays so it was like a present to myself...lol! The harness looks and feels great but field testing isn't likely to be anytime soon, as this is snow season here. I'm sure l won't be disappointed. Got this at an excellent price even with the exchange and shipping. Two thumbs up for Ump-Attire.com and their amazing staff!
Jackie C.
Deatsville, AL
December 23, 2018
Game Changer!!!! Great product to upgrade your chest protector with breaking the game. Highly recommended!!
Brad E.
Leander, TEXAS
December 21, 2018
This fits a Gold West Vest Umpire Chest Protector nicely. Shoulder straps could be a couple of inches longer, but not a big deal. It was nice to see that the T buckles were included.
Brad S.
Spring, TX
December 17, 2018
Fantastic upgrade to my Champion Body Armor chest protector! No modifications required as it fit perfectly. Holds the rig in place much better than the stock harness and is very comfortable.
Cowboy Joe
Orange, CA
November 29, 2018
I had the All-Star harness on it before this one, which was great, but this replacement harness is a step above by far! Rather than the nylon straps by your head, it is heavy duty elastic, which gives when you're taking it off. No more hurt ears! It holds the Chest Protector tight during games and is very comfortable! Your umpire buddies will soon be getting this harness too!
Michael J C.
Winter Haven, FL
November 20, 2018
Excellent replacement...
William T.
Hamilton, TX
November 13, 2018
Great upgrade.
Dick G.
FLOREY, ACT
November 6, 2018
This product is long overdue and should be made available in other countries as postage from the USA is prohibitive. Lives up to its hype. Provides firm but comfortable support to my chest protector keeping it in position whether I'm squatting behind the plate to call a pitch or scrambling to make a call at third base. Only need to adjust once or twice in 90 minute softball games.
Danny G.
Corpus Christi, TX
October 9, 2018
A must have upgrade to any umpire chest protector
Todd G.
Perkasie, PA
October 5, 2018
I have a Douglas West Vest from 1996. It never stayed up even when new...with this harness it never moves! Now I have to break the habit of reaching to push it up! Should have done it sooner!
Michael A.
Westville, IN
October 4, 2018
It's great to see that after all these years Wilson is finally offering upgrades to the West Vest. It only takes a couple of minutes to remove the old harness and install the new harness. The harness holds the protector close to your body comfortably. The T-clips are painted black, keeping the clips from corroding and showing through your shirt. Now if Wilson would introduce updated replacement chest protector padding.....
Matthew B.
Manhattan Beach, C
October 2, 2018
Finally Wilson admits they have major flaws with platinum cheap harness by bringing replacement on market. Hope they put this harness on product from now on. Great harness, easy to put on and adjust. Now i'll be more than comfortable when wearing my platinum chest protector.
Brian B.
MEDFORD, MA
October 2, 2018
Only used this twice since I got it and what a difference. The original strap that came with my protector kept on rolling up in the back and made it uncomfortable. Glad am I purchased this. Much more comfortable.
Jeffrey R.
Rye, NH
October 2, 2018
Can only echo what others have said. A great investment - simple and easy to add to a 4 year old Wilson Platinum chest protector and upgrades the fit/comfort significantly.
Munsn15
PA
October 2, 2018
Better than the original. Great addition to my gear.
Aaron
Iowa
October 1, 2018
The best yet! Worth the purchase as it not only fits the Wilson line with no alterations are necessary, but it contains the same stretch fabric on the shoulder straps as is found on the lower abdomen. This sets it apart from the Force3 and All-Star Delta flex. IMO is the best aftermarket harness!
Michael K.
York, PA
August 2, 2018
I just recently purchased this harness for my West Vest and it's incredibly comfortable. I did have to initially adjust it a number of times to get it right due to the neoprene material and how much give it has. I highly recommend this for your chest protector.
Douglas L.
Cortez, CO
August 2, 2018
Extremely comfortable and the straps are long enough to adjust for the West Vest. I tried another replacement harness first and the straps were way too short. Highly recommend this product.
Thomas R.
Vilas, NC
July 24, 2018
This product upgraded the fit of my West Vest Gold Chest Protector 100%.The fit is now snug and true to the chest area. Almost no adjusting during game use. So glad I purchased one.
Can the harness be used on the new Force 3 Chest Protector? Being on the slim side, the Force 3 is cut more for the larger official. Wondering if this harness is an upgrade from what is already on the Force 3 Chest Protector? – Anthony Nunziato
A:
Great question Anthony! This Wilson Premium Umpire Chest Protector Replacement Harness will fit the Force3 V3 Ultimate Umpire Chest Protector. You must switch the Wilson Replacement Harness T-Hooks with the 3-prong clips from your Force3 V3 Protector Harness. Both the Force3 and Wilson Premium harness' offer great support and comfort, though they are slightly different from each other. With free returns for those in the contiguous United States, there is no risk of purchasing this harness to see if it works better for you.
– Brandon Lawson Inventory Specialist, Pro Umpire School Graduate and Umpire, Football Official & Basketball Referee
Q:
Are there instructions on how to install my new Wilson premium chest protector harness on my West Vest? – Paul Morris
– Ty Unthank Customer Service Specialist, Pro Umpire School Graduate and Umpire
Q:
Wanting new harness for my Schutt XV chest protector, will this be compatible? – Daryl Vercoe
A:
This Wilson harness will be compatible with the Schutt XV umpire chest protector. However, you will need to replace the metal T-Hooks that come with the Wilson harness with the plastic buckles from your original harness.
– Brandon Lawson Inventory Specialist, Pro Umpire School Graduate and Umpire, Football Official & Basketball Referee
Q:
Will this new Wilson chest protector harness work on the West Vest? – Paul Morris
A:
Yes, this replacement harness will work on all hard-shell Wilson umpire chest protectors.
– Scott Kennedy Business Development Specialist, NCAA and Former Triple-A Umpire and KHSAA Basketball Official
Q:
Will this new replacement harness be sold with the Wilson West Vest chest protectors? – Matthew Braun
A:
At this time, Wilson is only offering this premium harness as a replacement to the original stock harness.
– Josh Mann Marketing Assistant, Pro School Umpire Graduate
ACC/SEC umpire Scott Kennedy gives you a step by step process in replacing your umpire chest protector harness with the upgraded Premium Wilson Harness.
WARNING: Participants in any sports activity assume risk of injury. This equipment may be used to help aid in preventing or reducing the extent of injury. No equipment can guarantee umpire or player safety from injury during participation, and use of this equipment carries no such guarantee. Do not use any umpire equipment that is damaged in any way.
