Body armor is a critical piece of protection equipment. Bullet-resistant equipment can come in the form of clothing, helmets, gloves, vests, shields, and accessories like backpacks. In these forms, you have non-plated body armor, as well as hard-plate reinforced body armor. Non-plated armor will offer moderate to substantial protection, whereas hard-plate body armor will offer maximum protection in situations that need it, for example; combat soldiers and law enforcement officers. Let's clear the air on terminology. It's easy to say "bulletproof vest". The term bulletproof is widely used and more recognizable than "bullet-resistant", but there are very few things, if any, that are actually bullet-proof in this world. Even bullet-proof glass will break if it is hit repeatedly with high velocity, high energy projectiles. Don't let that deter you though, bullet-resistant equipment will increase your chances of survival, and has saved the lives of 3,100 law enforcement officers and countless lives on the battlefield. Bullet resistance is definitely a good thing! To be classified as a bullet-resistant vest, the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) has a body armor rating system. We will dive deeper into the specifics of that system in my next article. Not only are vests tested for its ability to stop penetration, but also for blunt force trauma protection. When referring to blunt force trauma in the context of body armor, I am referring to the blow suffered by the body upon the bullets' impact on the vest. Although the protection from penetration is successful, the wearer may still receive a nasty bruise and soreness after impact. I'll take that instead of a bullet hole any day! Blunt trauma is measured by the dent impact on a soft clay backstop. The allowable tolerance is a maximum of 1.7 inches.

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HOW DOES BULLET RESISTANT GEAR WORK?

Because of a larger visual mass, most shots are aimed at the torso, making a bullet-resistant vest an essential piece of safety equipment. Soft ballistic vests are made of many layers of woven or laminated fibers that are referred to as ballistic fibers. The more layers of these fibers, the more resistant the vests are to smaller caliber firearm attacks, shotgun projectiles, physical assaults, impact, knife or slashing attacks, explosions producing shrapnel, and some thrust attacks. Soft body armor helps the body absorb the full force of any of the above threats, and is designed to stop penetration of the body by capturing or deflecting the instrument or projectile. You can insert metal or ceramic plates into your vest for additional protection against rifle rounds. Explosive ordnance disposal teams from police and military wear heavy body armor, as well as combat soldiers, hostage rescue teams and tactical teams. Heavy body armor consists of a combination of bullet-resistant gear such as vests, hear gear, hand gear, neck gear, groin gear, leg gear, and spine protection gear.

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CHOOSING YOUR BULLET RESISTANT BODY ARMOR

Choosing the right bullet-resistant body armor, especially a bullet-resistant vest, can be difficult. The right fit of your vest is just as important as the ballistic fabric and metal plates. The vest needs to protect the vital organs and not leave large gaps on your sides and belly area. To suit your specific needs, you should consider a few factors. Ask yourself these questions: What is my most likely threat? How much heat build-up can I tolerate? Will the vest be comfortable and non-restrictive? Can I maintain mobility? Do I need a vest for concealment? Should I choose one as outerwear? Is the vest that I want affordable?   Threat level exposure and the protection level are the most important factors when selecting body armor. Check out my next article on the 4 levels of body armor protection to further understand the classifications.  

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I am not much on cheesy catchphrases, I don't come from a sales background at all, I was a law enforcement officer who wore protective vests in the field, on hot days, and under some of the worst conditions. Adjustability is what I require before I will even consider wearing a vest. Classic Firearms has found a solution to all of the above questions that meets my high standard of adjustability! We have taken all of the work on making a vest selection out of the picture, making your decision pretty easy. Check out the five star rated Classic Firearms Modular Armor Carrier (M.A.C)
. This lightweight plate carrier has it all! If you are serious about body armor, the CFA-MAC is for you. M.A.C. for short, this plate carrier body armor was purposefully designed to be one of the lightest, most economical, and high-quality plate carriers on the market. The M.A.C. is constructed of water-resistant 600D Oxford fabric, making it tougher than most on the market. The M.A.C. features multiple MOLLE attachment points on the front and back of the carrier for attaching mag pouches or any other accessories compatible with the carrier. The upper section of the plate carrier also features laser-cut velcro MOLLE on the front and back that is rated to hold up to 70lbs. The M.A.C. also features large-yolk shoulder pads for even weight distribution and comfort. Inside the M.A.C., you will find airflow panels that allow the carrier to breathe, adding to the comfort. Also featured on our M.A.C. carrier is elastic MOLLE side panels, giving the user freedom of movement, yet still allowing them to attach accessories. Whether you are a concerned citizen, shooting enthusiasts, Crossfit athlete, or military/L.E.O., Our M.A.C. carrier will do it all. The elastic waistband will extend to 57", or 51" relaxed. The M.A.C will fit sizes small to 2XL. The carrier will accommodate 10x12 medium to large ballistic plates, E-SAPIS, or standard Crossfit training plates. (Classic Firearms Description).

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The M.A.C. gets two thumbs up from me! I am brutally honest, and if something sucks, I'll tell you. You can trust me when I say that this ballistic vest and modular armor carrier definitely does not suck! It's A++ quality, has set a high standard of quality for your protection, is comfortable, mobile, breathable, and very affordable! Think of all of the scenarios and situations that you could get into where a vest would be pivotable in your survival. I won't list them all because honestly, it's a little scary to think about all of the things that could happen to us, as law-abiding United States citizens. At a time of unrest in our society, is it time for you to consider owning a vital piece of protective armor? Consider some additional attachments and accessories for your carrier. Take a look at our High Speed Gear selection. HSGI has an excellent selection of products for use with your vest. Classic has HSGI magazine carriers, HSGI padded belt system, HSGI rigging belts, and more! Shop All Tactical Gear
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