Body armor is a literal life-saver. Hundreds of cops have been saved by their body armor since it became standard equipment for uniformed officers. Citizens are also beginning to recognize the value of body armor in self-defense situations.This article will discuss plate carriers. You’ve probably heard the term and seen some on YouTube, but we […]

In a world that feels more uncertain by the day, personal safety and self-defense are important. Safety and security are at the bottom of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs for a reason; everyone needs to feel free of personal danger. With the increased prevalence of mass shootings and the spike in violent crime we’ve experienced in […]

If you have a police officer in your life, you may sometimes wonder what to get them. Birthdays and other holidays can be challenging for the cop who seems to have everything. Though most people think of thin blue line flag coffee mugs and “blessed are the peacemakers” t-shirts, most cops don’t like to advertise […]

Does Body Armor Have an Expiration Date?Does body armor expire and if it does, what does that really mean? Can you use body armor after the expiration date? If so, what kind of protection will it offerThe short answer is yes, body armor expires. Expiration is due to the fibers in the vests breaking down […]

The History of Military Body ArmorThe history of military body armor loosely goes back to prehistoric times when tribes fought each other. The first armor was raw or poorly tanned animal hides. This had the added advantage of providing some rough camouflage, making it tactical gear as well as armor.When tanning methods improved, the leather […]