August 27, 2021

Police Gear in the US

Over the past few years, officers in the US carry much more weight than they did decades ago. Compared to the 1950s, cops carry a much greater number of police gears today. In those days, police officers carried just few equipment like a handgun holstered in a holster, handcuffs, and a nightstick. Generally, holsters were attached to Sam Browne belts, […]

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June 22, 2021

Self-defense tactical gear: 3 top picks

There can never be too much emphasis on tactical gear, especially for police officers and law enforcement officers in general. There are a number of factors that determine what self-defense gear individuals select. These reasons range from a prospective user’s personal comfort to the location the device will be used. Either way, the continued increase in violent situations has made […]

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May 20, 2021

Can you use a ballistic shield without a viewport?

Majorly used to protect soldiers and military officials from ballistic threats, ballistic shields are designed for the sole purpose of resisting and deflecting bullets and other forms of ballistic projectiles. They can also be used as a riot shield in a mob situation. This would protect the carrier of the shield from being hit by non-lethal threats and thrown objects. […]

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April 28, 2021

Best 3 Plate Carrier for Civilians

From weight to breathability to protection, we have listed the best 3 plate carriers that you can purchase as a civilian. Here you go: 1. Gloryfire Modular Assault Vest If you’re looking for a plate carrier bulletproof vest to put real plates into for personal defense, or a good vest for training, paintball, and/or airsoft, this is a good option. […]

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March 6, 2021

NIJ Levels for Ballistic Shield

All ballistic shields are not the same. While some are powerful enough to stop a speeding rifle bullet, some are only powerful enough to stop a handgun round. This why you need to know the level of ballistic protection that your ballistic shield offers before you go all out to a gunfight. To know how much ballistic protection a shield […]

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February 11, 2021

KEY REASONS WHY PLATE CARRIERS SHOULD WEIGH HALF OF WHAT THEY DO NOW

Additional weights to carry around while on military duty? That’s a no no! Plate carriers are protective shields; they help guard your chest, heart, lungs, and other vital organs. Therefore, its importance doesn’t come into doubt. However, two factors that must be considered when making a plate carrier selection are protection and weight. Most times, manufacturers go for safety at […]

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January 22, 2021

What is the best military helmet?

Let me start this way; there is no one-fits-all ballistic helmet. Ballistic helmets come with either more leaning towards sophisticated technology, increased ballistic resistance, accessory attachment, or ultra-lightweight features. So, handpicking a single helmet as the best military helmet might not be totally accurate. There are certain things that come to play when choosing a ballistic helmet as a military […]

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