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Life Jackets

Top quality life jackets from Mustang Survival and Revere. Browse our huge selection manual and automatic inflatable life jackets.

Mustang Automatic Inflatable PFD Vests

Mustang Manual Inflatable PFD Vests

Revere Automatic Inflatable PFD Vests

Revere Manual Inflatable PFD Vests

Mustang Automatic Inflatable PFD Vests

Incorporating new and improved hydrostatic inflation technology, and a durable and easy-to-use SecureZip PFD closure system, the Auto Hydrostatic Inflatable Vest with LIFT is a lightweight inflatable PFD designed with a shorter length and a low and flexible profile to ensure total mobility during even the most rigorous activities.

Mustang Manual Inflatable PFD Vests

MUSTANG DELUXE MANUAL INFLATABLE ADULT UNIV NV/CR

Our new line of Deluxe Inflatable PFDs combine the advanced safety of inflatable technology with new product enhancements such as a safety inspection window to easily tell users if the inflator is ready for use and a neoprene comfort collar to eliminate neck irritation.

Revere Automatic Inflatable PFD Vests

Reveres Comfort Max™ series of inflatable life vests provide all the comfort and safety you need while looking smart wearing it. Its so comfortable fitting, you'll want to wear it all the time!

Revere Manual Inflatable PFD Vests

Reveres Comfort Max™ series of inflatable life vests provide all the comfort and safety you need while looking smart wearing it. Its so comfortable fitting, you'll want to wear it all the time!

Mustang High Impact Watersport Vests

Mustang 2 Pocket Flotation Vests

Mustang 4 Pocket Flotation Vests

Mustang Deluxe Boater Vests

Mustang High Impact Watersport Vests

The Mustang MV4600 is strength-rated to 100mph meaning it has been designed and tested to hold up to the rigors of the most demanding watersports such as jet-skiing, wakeboarding, and water-skiing.

Mustang 2 Pocket Flotation Vests

This Vest improves on a Classic with two velcro closure pockets

Mustang 4 Pocket Flotation Vests

This Vest improves on a Classic, but now with 4 pockets

Mustang Deluxe Boater Vests

If you are a recreational boater, waterskier, or just playing near the water, Mustang's Deluxe Boater's vests are designed to survive both the challenges of nature - and the challenges of active families.

Mustang Lil Legends Children and Youth Vests

Mustang Youth Vests

Mustang Industrial Mest Vests

Mustang Classic Industrial Flotation Vests

Mustang Lil Legends Children and Youth Vests

Lil' Legends vests were designed specifically for children to be versatile, highly visible and most importantly - safe.

Mustang Youth Vests

Whether you are a waterskier, recreational boater or just playing near the water, Mustang Survival's line of vests was designed to survive both the challenges of nature - and the challenges of active families.

Mustang Industrial Mesh Vests

When you need Comfort and Mobility in a Flotation Vest

Mustang Classic Industrial Flotation Vest

For Visibility and Comfort, look to our Classic Industrial Flotation Vest

Mustang Classic Bomber Jackets

Mustang Classic Float Coats

Mustang Integrity Coats

Mustang Integrity Deluxe Bomber Jackets

Mustang Classic Bomber Jackets

Top quality life jackets from Mustang Survival and Revere. Browse our huge selection manual and automatic inflatable life jackets.

Mustang Float Coats

Based on the original Mustang Floater Coat, the MC1504 Classic Coat is engineered to provide comfort, warmth, and durability in whatever marine activity you do.

Mustang Integrity Coats

Suitable for fishing, sailing, or any form of boating, the deluxe coat is both comfortable and lightweight.

Mustang Integrity Deluxe Bomber Jackets

Mustang Classic Coats US Navy Version

Mustang Classic Bib Pants

Mustang Deluxe Anti Exposure Coverall Worksuit

Mustang ThermoSystem Plus Coats

Mustang Classic Coats US Navy Version

The Classic Floater Coat with enhanced waterproofing, a full-length storm flap and increased mobility and comfort in a relaxed fit styling. Customized Silkscreening identifies the Agency, Ship's Name, Hull Number, Station and / or Department.

Mustang Classic Bib Pants

Designed to be worn with the Classic Bomber Jacket or the Classic Coat, the Mustang Classic Bib Pant provides foam insulation that will not only provide you with insulation during regular marine activities but also will increase your hypothermia protection when worn with the Jacket or Coat.

Mustang Deluxe Anti-Exposure Coverall and Worksuits

Mustang ThermoSystem Plus Coats

For mariners and officers who prefer the flexibility of a two-piece suit, but don't want to compromise on protection, Mustang's ThermoSystem Plus Coat is ideal choice.

Mustang Camouflage Classic Bomber Jackets

Mustang Classic Camouflage Coats

Mustang Classic Camouflage Suit

Mustang Ice and Ocean Commander Suits

Mustang Camouflage Classic Bomber Jackets

Made for hunters and anglers, Mustang Survival Hunting and Fishing Gear is designed with Mossy Oak Shadow Grass camouflage print to blend in with any marsh or wetland setting to keep you well-hidden.

Mustang Classic Camouflage Coats

Made for hunters and anglers, Mustang Survival Hunting and Fishing Gear is designed with Mossy Oak Shadow Grass camouflage print to blend in with any marsh or wetland setting to keep you well-hidden.

Mustang Classic Camouflage Suit

MUSTANG CAMO CLASSIC SPORTSMAN SUIT S CM

Made for hunters and anglers, Mustang Survival Hunting and Fishing Gear is designed with Mossy Oak Shadow Grass camouflage print to blend in with any marsh or wetland setting to keep you well-hidden.

Mustang Ice and Ocean Commander Suits

When it is your job to save lives, live up to the challenge

Mustang Life Jacket Accessories

Mustang Rearm Kits

Mustang Accessories

MUSTANG SNAP-ON RAIN HOOD FOR MJ6214 MJ6214T1 & MC1504

Accessories for you Mustang gear. Includes snap on hoods, crotch assemblies, belt extenders and more.

Mustang Re-Arm Kits

MUSTANG RE-ARM KIT FOR MC1900'S & MD0200

Manual and Automatic re-arming kits for your Mustang Survival life jacket.

Mustang Survival understands that by supporting our product users with information, instruction, and research, we foster better user experiences, increase user safety, and educate about the science behind product development. Every educated Mustang product user is one more individual better equipped to make informed decisions about marine safety.

How to buy a Mustang Life Jacket or PFD

The best PFD is the one you wear!

Mustang Survival is continually improving the design and performance of Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) to encourage full-time use of PFDs. The result is a wide choice of PFDs to suit activities, water conditions and lifestyle.

This Buyer's Guide provides information on flotation, PFD types, and tips for choosing a PFD, or lifejacket as they're commonly called.

Safety Requirements
The US Coast Guard's Federal Requirements state, "All recreational boats must carry one wearable PFD (Type I, II, II, or Type V) for each person aboard... [and that] any boat 16ft and longer (except canoes and kayaks) must also carry one throwable Type IV PFD."

PFDs should be Coast Guard approved and in good condition. They must also be the proper size for the intended user. State laws vary on PFD use, but units must be readily accessible in case of an emergency. In some states children must wear PFDs in certain sized boats or for specific boating activities. Furthermore, adults accompanying children should also wear PFDs at all times to immediately assist a child in an emergency situation. Federal, State, and local park authorities may also have regulations regarding PFDs in their waters.

The new Deluxe Inflatable PFD with Hydrostatic Inflator is USCG approved for Uninspected Commercial Vessels (UCV) less than 40 feet long, when worn in lieu of Type II and III PFDs under 46 CFR 160.064 and are approved under 160.076.

Types of PFD Flotation
PFD flotation can be divided into two main categories. Inherently buoyant PFDs and Inflatable PFDs.

Inherently buoyant PFDs
These device's buoyancy is a result of the materials used, often foam panels. These PFDs come in all sizes and are for both swimmers and non-swimmers. Inherently buoyant PFDs were the mainstay for years for water sports and recreational boating. Improvements in design and features have made these PFDs more comfortable to wear.

This Automatic Inflatable PFD with neoprene collar is a Type II.

Inflatable PFDs
Mustang Inflatable PFDs can be seen as the new generation of lifejackets. It must be worn to qualify as a PFD. These devices come in automatic or manual inflating models. Manual models are inflated by pulling a tab. They can also be blown up with an included tube if for some reason the tab doesn't operate properly. Automatic models are inflated via a C02 cartridge. Inflation is generally triggered by a dissolving bobbin when it is immersed in water. They also can be activated manually by pulling the tab. Inflatables are less bulky than inherently buoyant PFDs because they are only inflated when an individual is in the water. A version with integrated sailing harness is also available.

Inflatable PFDs require minor maintenance to keep them ready for inflation when needed, and it is recommended to keep a spare C02 cylinder (and bobbin for automatic models) to re-arm your inflatable after use.

Type I Offshore Lifejacket.

Five Types of PFDs
Type I PFDs, or offshore lifejackets, are the most buoyant PFDs and suitable for all water conditions, including rough or isolated water where rescue may be delayed. Although bulky in comparison to Type II and III PFDs, offshore jackets will turn most unconscious individuals to the face-up position. They range in sizes from adult to child.

Type II kids vest is designed for comfort.

Type II PFDs, or near-shore buoyancy vests, are for calm and open water where a rescue will occur quickly. They are not designed for long periods in rough water. These vests will turn some, but not all, unconscious wearers face-up in the water. Some inflatable Type II models will turn wearers to the face-up position as well as a Type I PFD. This vest is less bulky than a Type I and often the least expensive of the PFD types. Type II PFDs are available in a variety of sizes.

Type III Water Sport Vest with impact rating of 100MPH.

Type III PFDs, or flotation aids, are for calm and open water where a rescue will likely occur quickly. These PFDs are designed to keep the wearer in a vertical position. It is the wearer's responsibility to maneuver themselves into a face-up position, usually accomplished by tilting their head back. Type III inflatable models will keep unconscious wearers face-up as well as a Type II inherently buoyant vest. This PFD is not recommended for rough water conditions. These PFDs are the most comfortable to wear and popular for recreation boating and fishing. Type III PFDs come in various sizes from adult to child.

This Mustang Bomber Jacket and Coverall with buoyant foam provide hypothermia protection and classify as Type III PFDs. They are ideal for recreational sailing and (ice) fishing on lakes or near shore.

Type IV PFDs, or throwable devices, are for calm conditions where rescue will happen quickly. Not designed to be worn, these PFDs are tossed to a conscious person who can hold onto it for flotation until rescued. A square buoyant cushion, a life ring, or a horseshoe buoy, are some Type IV examples.

Type V Pouch PFD

Type V PFDs are also referred to as special use devices. These devices are to be worn for specific activities as described on the unit's label. To be effective Type V PFDs must be used in accordance with the label's specifications. Many must be worn at all times in order to qualify as a PFD. A Type V's label will also list its performance as a Type I, II, or III PFD. A Type V PFD, like a full body survival suit, provides protection from hypothermia; however, these suits are best suited for cool climates as they can become quite warm in mild or hot weather.

The Inflatable Pouch (or Belt-Pack) PFD provides 35 lbs of buoyancy and is ideal for calm water. This product does require donning (passing your head through the collar once inflated) and is classified as a Type V PFD. The OCX Jacket with Inflatable LIFT PFD is classified as a Type V PFD special device. The integrated PFD was designed to provide extra safety and protection in extreme conditions. It provided 3 times the Freeboard (distance between the water and the users mouth) of a typical life jacket and radically reduces mouth immersions in higher wave conditions. This jacket is ideal for offshore power boating, fishing and sailing.