In part due to the internal structure, whereby the molecules are arranged in parallel lines, and in part because its fibers are knitted very tightly together. Kevlar is a proprietary material and there is only a single company that currently makes it – the DuPont™ chemical company. There are a couple of main varieties known […]
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The stab proof vest is a piece of body armor that has been reinforced so as to protect an individual from, well… from being stabbed or slashed in the chest, or the back, or the sides of the torso. These vests can be worn under other items of clothing (or indeed over) which provides a […]
As the name implies, a stab resistant vest is an article of clothing that is worn over or under normal clothing or a uniform to protect the wearer against stab wounds. They are worn by all kinds of professionals, ranging from police officers and military personnel to security guards and people who need anti-stab and […]
Military helmets were used by the Assyrians as far back as 900 B.C., and by the Akkadians/ Sumerians during the 23rd century B.C. and the Mycenaean Greeks and Romans from the 17th century B.C. These combat helmets were initially constructed using brass and leather, hardly a valid combination to obstruct much more than a frying […]
Not so very long ago bulletproof vests were particularly costly. These days, almost every manufacturer which provides bulletproof vests capable of passing the National Institute of Justice standards, or NIJ, give an MSRP price of between $300 and $600. More affordable indeed, but still rather costly for most of us ordinary folks. Online Options for […]
Our bulletproof briefcases come in various sizes though they do tend to arrive with a standard shape. Nevertheless, there are some briefcases that are a little different in shape. When it comes to bullet proof briefcases, well, they arrive in not only different sizes but also different shapes. You see, there is the bulletproof bag […]
Ceramic Plates Ceramic plates have been used for a long time. They possess a backing material which increases absorption in addition to helping to reduce the risk of the ceramic plate accidentally breaking – they are somewhat brittle after all. A projectile fired at a ceramic plate is broken by the plate and should the […]
Wearing soft body armor on the call of duty is all well and good. However, what happens should you be called to respond to a shooting scene at a local school or some other incident where a firearm is used, and yet the rating of your vest is not enough to keep you safe. You […]
Personal armor, which is also referred to as body armor, tactical body armor, and full body armor, is whole-body protective clothing. It has been constructed to absorb and/or deflect penetrating, bludgeoning, and slashing attacks. Historically, body armor was utilized to protect military personnel, though today, it’s used in the police force (riot police and tactical […]
What is a Ballistic Plate? Ballistic plates, otherwise known as armor plates, are not exactly the sort of thing that you’d choose to wear for a night out on the town. Sure, if you’re intent on mischief, you may consider popping a couple of ballistic plates underneath your dapper shirt and tie. But then, that […]
The term ‘ballistic’ means to get very angry or upset. However, that doesn’t quite fit in with the current scenario. The term ballistic as it relates to a ‘ballistic vest’ means: “Of or relating to projectiles or their flight” or “moving under the force of gravity alone.” Thus ‘ballistic’ pertains to the actual protection afforded […]
The Task of the Bulletproof Vest The bulletproof vest, also referred to as a bullet-resistant vest or a ballistic vest, is worn around the torso. It helps absorb impact from explosions where shrapnel is involved and projectiles are fired from a firearm. The vests are manufactured using multiple layers of laminated or woven fibers, thereby […]
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