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Ten years ago, body armor wasn't a normal purchase. However, over the past decade, we've seen a very noticeable change in crime. Changes to bail laws and more lenient sentences have sparked a dramatic increase in violent crimes. Mass shootings are happening more often, and homicide is up 26% from 2010-2020. With crime on the rise, even in smaller cities, body armor is now a realistic consideration for many citizens who are concerned about the safety of themselves and their loved ones. I …

By: Rob Orgel, Emergency Response Tactical Let's first be clear on what we're preparing for. You are at a heavy disadvantage if someone is standing at the foot of your bed. Getting your side-arm on your nightstand may be possible, but there might not be many more options at that point. So let's train with a little bit more reality in mind. Early detection is your best advantage. This means when someone steps foot onto your driveway or property, you know about it and are alerted. If not …

How You Can Make a Bulletproof Backpack Making a backpack bullet proof is as easy as sliding a backpack armor panel with ballistic protection into the laptop pocket of your bag (or other compartment close to your back). When choosing protection for your backpack, we recommend utilizing an actual backpack armor ballistic insert, like our Flex Fused Core™ Level IIIA Soft Armor Backpack Panel. If it fits, use the laptop pocket of your backpack to slide the insert in. If a Velcro stra …

How Much Does a Bulletproof Vest Cost? The cost of a bulletproof vest varies, based on your needs. The average cost of a bulletproof vest is around $400 but ranges anywhere from $200-$800. However, there are a lot of different options to fit your budget and intended use. In this article, we’re going to explore different ways you can buy U.S.A.-made body armor at a good price, without having to sacrifice quality.     Our Pricing Vs Our Competitors& …

What does "Lead Time" mean? Lead time is the amount of time between the order being placed and when the order is shipped. Lead time is a key metric for any business because it can be used to predict sales, revenue, and profits. It is also one of the most important factors in determining how much inventory a company needs to carry on hand. Check out this article for more information on factors that affect lead time. At Spartan Armor Systems®, our lead time for our Hercules Level I …