The economic, political and social scenery of modern urban centers is rapidly changing. This requires civilians to exhibit a constant state of preparedness for the worst. Buying quality body armor is a safe(ty) investment that can be the difference between life and death. Although you should generally avoid any large gatherings of people due to […]
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Force One Level IIIA Concealable Body Armor
Recently, I started back to work in a job that requires me to wear body armor, and well, I found the Force One Level IIIA soft armor vest with carrier from a state distributor, for a very reasonable price. So I ordered it, and received it in 2 days, and instantly I noticed some issues […]
My Body Armor, My Choice: Member of Congress Introduces a Bill to Ban Body Armor for Civilians
A California congressman wants to keep you from protecting your self and your family. Based on exaggerations and falsehoods, The stated purpose of “The Responsible Body Armor Possession Act,” H.R. 5344, is to ban “the purchase, ownership, or possession of enhanced body armor by civilians.” Convicted felons are already prohibited from possessing body armor, so […]
221B Tactical Maxx-Dri Vest 3.0 | Body armor ventilation
As a former Ranger, security contractor and a full-time law enforcement officer, I am not a stranger to wearing body armor for long periods of time. After 15 years of wearing body armor I was getting sick of skin rashes and vest odor. I decided to research options to help increase comfort, reduce moisture, and […]
A Four Pound, 5mm Thick, Level III, Multi-hit, SAPI Curved Steel Plate: Premier Body Armor
Premier Body Armor is not your average body armor company. Their revolutionary patented manufacturing process allows them to form “the hardest steel on the planet,” SSAB’s ARMOX Advance into the world renowned ESAPI shape; a first in steel body armor. The end product provides multi-hit protection in a lightweight and comfortable package. How light? An […]
Taking the Hit: Is Body Armor Really Worth the Weight and Expense for Civilians?
Courtesy of ITS Tactical Many people find themselves mulling over the idea of purchasing body armor and I’d like to discuss some information that will hopefully help your purchasing decisions. You know, just in case you’re up late at night staring at the computer screen and wondering if you should just bite the bullet. I’ll be discussing […]
U.S. Army Looking For Rifle in 7.62mm to Defeat Enemy Body Armor: SCAR, SR-25 or H&K?
On 3 August, 2017 the US Army released a solicitation for the purchase of an Interim Combat Service Rifle. chambered in 7.62mm NATO. This rifle could ultimately replace the M-4 carbines in combat service. SOCOM has previously fielded the SCAR Heavy in this role. While the solicitation is open to any design, the only viable […]
Safeguard Clothing Body Armor
With violent crime on the rise, body armor is becoming a necessary piece of equipment not only for law enforcement agents, but for civilians as well. Body armor comes in many shapes and sizes as well as styles and levels of protection. There is a difference in how stab and spike resistant and bulletproof armor […]
Premier Body Armor Durus Armor Plates: Light, Thin, Steel
Law enforcement and the military face the threat of rifle fire on the job. With the Premier Durus 8000 Steel Body Armor Systems that isn’t as dangerous as it used to be. NIJ Level III steel ballistic plates provide multi-hit protection from rifle rounds. Super Thin, Light-Weight and Multi-Curved for Comfort. Premier Durus™ 8000 Armor […]
Army Chief of Staff: We’ve Developed a Round that Can Pierce 5.56 Body Armor
Courtesy of Tactical Life The U.S. Army has developed a round capable of penetrating 5.56 mm-resistant body armor, the service’s chief of staff said late last week. While testifying at a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on Thursday, Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark Milley was asked about the ongoing development of a new rifle to replace the M4 and its […]
