The single most important thing to look for when shopping for body armor is proof of 3rd party testing results or a National Institute of Justice (NIJ) certification. In this article, we’ll dive into both areas but focus more heavily on explaining who the NIJ is and why their stamp of approval is important to […]
Opting to wear a belt is an easy way to make your attire look more polished, but the benefits of using one reach far beyond making any kind of fashion statement. Often seen as an essential piece of one’s wardrobe or work attire, high-quality belts are a must for many. The problem is that […]
Hard armor plates used to be king, but they aren’t necessarily the best form of rifle protection anymore. Many have been waiting patiently and now truly flexible, high-protection armor is here! FRAS® is a flexible rifle armor system that we developed in-house to bridge the gap between level III and level IIIA. And we’re excited […]
It’s no secret that our Flexible Rifle Body Armor Vests have been hot sellers! After years of research, ground-breaking innovation, grueling testing and extensive certification we were finally ready to bring this life-saving product (and others) to market. It’s in our nature to go for the gold, but we wanted to be 100% sure that […]
Spring has sprung and we have gone through the many applications we received this month for our Guardian Angel Program. We get requests from so many amazing people and it is wonderful to read about all the good that is being done by you all on a daily basis. Please join us in congratulating […]
Have you heard about the police officer behind Free Field Training? Tommy Motl started Free Field Training as an experimental hobby and has exploded into an influencer for cops. He creates training videos for law enforcement, police gear, and more. He is passionate about his job as a Field Training Officer and educates new probationary […]
“It’s just another day at the office.” That’s what most people say when they’re headed off to work in the morning. But for police officers, another day on the job means another day of risking their lives. Day-in and day-out, cops choose a career that puts them in very real danger. They choose to protect and […]
Another emergency call just came in… You’ve got vague details on the “victim,” a location and you’re on the move because time is of the essence. Lives hang in the balance. This is what you do; it’s what you love. But one question hangs in your mind as you drive, “What situation will I be […]
You got up at 4 am to make it out to your prized position before dawn. You’ve been waiting for this day. The forest, lakes and your surroundings begin to come alive with wildlife. As the sun pops above the treeline for the first time, the songbirds begin to sing, the squirrels scuttle through […]
If you’re a canine (K9) handler or thinking about training to become one, there is much you need to know about this line of duty, and what you can do to keep yourself and your furry partner safe. Sure, there’s a lot of excitement and interesting challenges that come with being on a K9 unit, […]
