Armor Plate Guides

Comprehensive guide comparing ceramic vs UHMW PE hard armor plates, including protection levels, materials, real-world uses, and performance factors.

Ceramic plates guide: materials, edge protection options, drop test standards, and performance insights. A comprehensive overview for tactical armor users.

Master the tactical gear selection workflow with this step-by-step guide to ensure optimal readiness and safety in every situation.

Whether you are in Law Enforcement, Military, or security, you need to choose the best possible protection to ensure that you can perform at the best of your ability and...

According to a report from 2021, over 13% percent of active-duty law enforcement officers in the United States were female. Additionally, with women's roles increasing in the Military, and first...

The last time the US military Issued a Service rifle was back in 1967. Now, over half a century later, A new service rifle, and Squad Automatic weapon is taking...

Every day, millions of police officers, soldiers, and even civilians around the world have to survive, and function in hostile environments. They are in constant danger of being attacked and...

Armor has been an essential part of warfare for a very long time. With the advancement of weapons, body armor has also evolved over the centuries. Modern body armor has...

It’s exciting to visit a gun range for the first time. An excellent place for enthusiasts to meet, interact, and spend some time shooting with a new or preferred firearm...

Armor plates are made from various different materials, and their construction can have a significant impact on their weight, durability, and performance on the field. The first thing that comes...

These days, most modern militaries in the world, including the US, equip their soldiers with body armor. Ballistic vests and body armor plates protect soldiers in combat situations and save...

The Holiday season is around the corner, and once again it is the time to look for the best gifts for your friends and family members. However, buying the perfect...

WHAT IS A SAPI PLATE? SAPI stands for Small Arms Protective Insert, and SAPI plates are used by the US Military for ballistic protection. Initially used in the Interceptor body...

When it comes to ballistic protection, there are many different kinds of armor solutions available in the market. Some people opt for aramid bulletproof vests, while others also need protection...

When it comes to tactical gear such as body armor, you have a lot of options. From different protection levels to different brands and materials – there are a lot...

A bullet-proof shirt, or bullet-proof T-shirt, I shirt that is specially designed in order to hold armor plates (in most cases IIIA*) which provides the user with low-key protection that...

If you are a proud owner of body armor, it pays to know when and where you can wear it or bring it along. A large part of this is...

COULD YOU MAKE LEVEL IV BODY ARMOR PLATES WITHOUT CERAMICS? Well, in theory, why not, you could make Level IV armor with materials other than Ceramics, however, is it practical?...

AR500 plates are steel body armor plates that have become increasingly popular due to how readily available they are, their inexpensive price point, and the fact that they can get...