Armorsmith Extended

⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (213,310 endorsements) 📥 11.7M downloads 📌 vv4.7.0 📅 11/23/2015
🟡 Updated this year

By Gambit77 · Armour

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 1/7/2026 📅 Created: 11/23/2015
⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🛠️ F4SE — Fallout 4 Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 UFO4P — Unofficial Fallout 4 Patch Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #1 of 214 Armour mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

In the immortal words of Shock G, dresshowyoulike.  I give you the power to let your wild style show.

This mod does sixteen things.

One, every outfit in the game can now be worn under armor pieces and all armor pieces should show up when equipped.

Two, every hat and helmet in the game that doesn't cover your face can be worn with bandanas & gas masks.

Three, every outfit and every hat & helmet in the game can have ballistic weave armor added to it.

Four, I completely redid the entire clothing modding system from scratch.

There are now 11 different types of mods: Clothing Protective Weave mods, Lining mods, outfit add-on  mods, headgear add-on mods, Glove mods, eyewear mods, Color Swap mods, Therm Optics Booster mods, Base Carry Weight and Carry Weight Modifier mods, and mods to change the appearance of armor pieces to make them look like a different size or to make them invisible.

Revamped Ballistic Weave mods, added Ballistic, Energetic, Hybrid (Ballistic + Energetic), Biohazard (Protects against poison, infection, and parasites), Fire Retardant, Rad Protection, and Advanced Hybrid (all 5 types combined) weave mods.

Railroad 2nd DIA Cache retrieval quest unlocks Railroad versions of Hybrid and Advanced Hybrid weaves.

Out of the Fire quest unlocks Forged Hybrid (Ballistic, Energetic, and Fire Retardant) weaves.

Visions In The Fog quest unlocks Children of Atom Hybrid (Ballistic, Energetic, and Rad Protection) weaves.

All weaves are available in Mk. 1 - Mk. 5.

Advanced Hybrid weaves have 4 perk requirements: Armorer, Science, Medic, and Chemist.

Forged Hybrid weaves require 3 perk requirements: Armorer, Science, and Chemist

Targeting HUD mod to uses custom effects that are more subtle than vanilla that are just a color outline. The old Targeting HUD mod is now the Targeting HUD Platform mod. It unlocks 3 new mod slots that allow you to independently apply Friend, Foe, and Corpse Recognition mods.

The categories of what mods are available for a specific item correspond with which of these 8 categories are present on that item.

Five, adds new color swap mods, gloves, Helmets/Hats With Hair, Under Helmet Flight Cap & BOS/Sack Hoods, Nudifying Rings, Invisible Therm Optics Combat Armor, and a wide variety of wearable weapons.  Outfits are crafted at the Armorsmith bench, wearable weapons are crafted at the Weaponsmith bench.

Six, all clothing items are moddable now and are also rename-able.

Seven, I made this mod compatible with VIS-G Legendary Modifications.

Eight, for the master armorsmith/scientists out there I've implemented a new craftable set of armor called Therm Optics Combat Armor. Using stealth

technology it is now possible to create cloaked combat armor pieces. Also the chestpiece can be

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Armorsmith Extended is a highly popular Fallout 4 mod by Gambit77 that significantly expands armor and clothing modification options. With over 213,000 endorsements and 11.7 million downloads, it's a community staple. The mod's description is intentionally vague, but its massive adoption speaks to its utility and quality.

✨ Key Features

Expands armor and clothing modification options in Fallout 4
Integrates with the game's crafting system to allow more customization
Highly endorsed with over 213,000 endorsements
Over 11.7 million downloads indicate widespread use
Last updated January 2026, suggesting active maintenance

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 213,310 endorsements—this is a must-have for many players
  • Huge download count (11.7M) means it's battle-tested and reliable
  • Actively updated as of January 2026, so it's likely compatible with current game patches

⚠️ Cons

  • May conflict with other armor mods that alter the same crafting menus
  • Requires a mod manager for proper installation and load order management
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout 4 players who love deep crafting and want more flexibility with armor mods. If you're tired of vanilla restrictions and want to mix and match pieces freely, this is for you. Skip if you prefer a strictly vanilla experience or don't use mod managers.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage load order—this mod is a framework that other mods may depend on
  • Check the mod's forum posts for known compatibility patches with popular armor mods
  • If you're on PC, ensure you have the latest game patch and all DLCs, as the mod may rely on them

📊 Mod Details

Game
Fallout 4 Mods
Author
Gambit77
Version
v4.7.0
Downloads
11,732,886
Endorsements
213,310
Category
Armour
Created
11/23/2015
Updated
1/7/2026

🔗 Required By 19 Mods

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