So over the next couple months at least I'm thinking I should make the plunge and buy a carrier and plates. I should have some disposable $$$ and now seems a better time than ever. I was browsing BFG and saw they have a couple different carries and I know their stuff is quality. Thinking about something like this and a couple lightweight plates:

https://www.blueforcegear.com/plateminus.html

Any other carrier suggestions? And while we're at it, what's your preferred plate? Or soft panel, for that matter? Is there a reason to spend the extra $$$ on a plate capable of stopping M855 over one that does x39 and M193?