Onyx A/M-24 Automatic/Manual Inflatable Life Jacket, U.S. Coast Guard Approved, Low Profile, Compact Design, Manual Convertible Inflation Option

We wore them during our weeklong fishing trip near the Canadian border. Very comfortable and didn’t make you sweaty or bulky.

Bought these for kayaking and they are much cooler and more comfy than full vests. They do have Coast Guard approval which is IMPORTANT to us for praying they work if needed to! The pull cord is very close to the buckle on the right side so be cautious when putting it on! These were more cost effective than others and had good reviews. I like the pink color so no one of the guys should steal mine 😂. They make kayaking so much more comfy with the thinner format compared to bulky vests.

For anyone who is completely new to these type of life vests… (like us) my wife is an entry-level swimmer at best. We just took delivery of a new Sea Hunt 234 Ultra and I obviously want to keep her safe. So I bought the Onyx A/M 24 for her , And I wanted to let her “experience” the life vest deploying if it ever happens. Went to our pool, and had her jump in (as seen in video) It was a great experience to allow her to see what it would be like “if” it ever happened out on our waters in SW Florida. Once she jumped in. The Onyx 24 inflated in less than 2-seconds and it very safely and comfortable kept her afloat. Will be buying the re-arm kit, and very happy to have this “safety measure” on our boat for the times we are underway for long and fast voyages.

I love the auto inflated life vest. Light weight and comfortable to ware.

Pricey, but a little better priced than I can find locally at retail stores. Lightweight, unobtrusive comfortable fit.

This is a great USCG Approved Automatic or Manual PFD Life Vest! It comes with the Yellow Cap that converts it to a Manual Life Vest and it comes with the Clear Cap that converts it to a Automatic Life Vest! I wanted to focus on these points because I don't know if everyone understands how this life vest functions. Automatic Mode: The way it arrives, is with the Clear Automatic Cap and Yellow Bobbin attached and the CO2 tube in a plastic bag. You must attach the CO2 canister prior to use, simple. In this configuration, if the vest gets wet or you fall or jump into the water the vest will activate and inflate with CO2 with or without pulling the red tabbed string. Manual Mode: The Yellow Cap that turns the vest into Manual Mode is located in a little pocket on the right side of the vest (if you have the vest laying in front of you) you must open the velcro where the inflatable is, and about a third of the way up you will feel the cap in the velcroed pocket. remove it from the pocket,. Then go to the left side of the vest, open the velcro and remove the Clear Cap by turning it counterclock wise, remove what they call the yellow bobbin and put it in a plastic bag so it doesn't get any moisture! Now, you can screw the Yellow Manual Cap on and the vest will Only Inflate by Pulling the Red Tabbed String. It is only a Manual Vest. Manual Mode is good it you plan on getting wet, taking a dip in the water, or are boating in shallow water. Auto Mode is if you are boating in deeper waters or rougher water and cannot get to shore easily. The Yellow Bobbin is different than the Yellow Cap that I am talking about in this review. The yellow bobbin is only used and Must be used in the Automatic Mode, so do not misplace the Yellow Bobbin and put it in a sealed plastic bag! One more point to make, If you live in a humid climate, always keep the Yellow Bobbin in a sealed plastic bag while being stored, so it does not draw moisture from the air and prematurely inflate the vest. This vest is made for many years of use if you understand how it works and when to use the Manual Mode safely and when to use the Automatic Mode safely. This is Not a disposable vest! It is USCG Approved Vest, but only when being worn. That is with any Life Jacket that is USCG approved!

Comfortable & comforting to wear while boating. I'm not a swimmer, so when fishing with family, it gives peace of mind to me & my family. I had no desire to have to wear one of those bulky PFD's while trying to cast. This fills the bill. Automatic deployment without action on my part. Video tests show this vest to turn you face up in case of being knocked unconscious & landing in the water. Not the case with some of the other types of PFD'S. Well built & allows good ventilation, so no sweating issue! Should the vest deploy, it's easily recharged with a readily available kit that includes all necessary parts & instructions.

We bought these as extra life jackets for guests on our boat after seeing their strong ratings. They are easy to put on, simple to adjust for different people, and comfortable to wear. We are very pleased with them and feel they are a good choice for keeping aboard for our guests.

Thin, light and unobtrusive. I use it for kayaking and it’s great. Never tested it, I just hope it works when needed.

Purchased in early spring. Light weight, doesn’t feel like I’m wearing a PFD. Exactly what I was hoping for. Luckily, I haven’t “used” it yet, and hopefully I never will. But I feel at ease when wearing it.

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It hasn't saved my life yet, but time will tell.

Husband is a pilot and uses these for his cross-country trips over the water in British Columbia. He says they are comfortable to wear and perfect for the purpose.