Strength Co. Olympic Iron Barbell Plates
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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- Made in the USA
- Cast of gray iron, built to last a lifetime
- Snug fitting inner diameter of 1.99"
- E-coating meant to prevent corrosion and chipping
- Functional and easy to handle
Pros & Cons
What We Like...
- Veteran owned and American made
- E-coating is used to attach paint to the surface of the iron to increase durability
- Sleek and aesthetic design
- Will fit more snuggly than most on your Olympic barbell
What Needs Improvement...
- Poor packaging may result in cosmetic damage
- May not fit well on some plate trees
Specs
| Color | Black |
|---|---|
| Plate diameter | 100LB – 17.75”\, 45LB – 17.75”\, 35LB – 14.75”\, 25LB – 11.75”\, 10LB – 9.13”\, 5LB – 8”\, 2.5LB – 6.5”\, 1.25LB – 5” |
| Plate thickness | 100LB – 2.25”\, 45LB – 1.25”\, 35LB – 1.25”\, 25LB – 1.25”\, 10LB – 0.88”\, 5LB – 0.63”\, 2.5LB – 0.5”\, 1.25LB – 0.3” |
Summary
These slim plates are sleek looking and easy to handle. The lip of the plate makes them versatile and the slim design ensures you will be able to stack your bar with plenty of weight. If you are looking for traditional cast iron weight plates that will last a lifetime and have multiple uses then these are probably a great fit.
