Originally Posted by Victory 4x4

Thank you.

I know what latch you are referring to and it looks to be an amazing design. I have no first-hand experience with it though.

We’ve used a lot of different latching mechanisms on Jeep swingouts over the last 16 years. When it comes down to it, K.I.S.S principal applies. Some of those boring latches actually work better than overly complicated latch mechanisms. You also run into a supply issue. It’s not good for customers if the only option for replacement parts is through the manufacturer. We are not a latch company. We are an armor manufacturer, so it’s wise to stay in your lane and not cause difficulties producing something you have no specialty in.

We will be using a latch like this, rather than a draw-pull latch. They sit much tighter to the face of the bumper and work well.