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In this article we'll be doing a close comparison of our Hercules X level IV and Hercules level IV ceramic body armor plates. On the surface, when you look at our Hercules X Level IV and the Hercules Level IV ceramic body armor plates, they don't appear to have many differences. They’ve both been thoroughly tested by an independent NIJ accredited laboratory, which means these plates stop .30-06 M2AP armor piercing rounds in accordance with NIJ 0101.06 speci …

By: Rob Orgel, Emergency Response Tactical In this article we'll be comparing some of the most popular American and Russian military ammo rounds side by side. We'll be taking a look at weapon platforms, projectile speeds, feel and ammo cost. Keep an eye out for a follow-up part 2 video where we will later put these rounds to the test against different types of body armor to see how they perform.   The Rounds Let's set the stage. We are looking at the predomin …

By: Rob Orgel, Emergency Response Tactical What can a steel target bring to the table in firearms training? What steel targets offer in training is immediate confirmation of impact. This allows us to do lots more advanced and fast-paced training as compared to paper targets. Let’s first understand the pros and cons of paper targets. One of the major pros is that we get a precise understanding of where our bullet has been placed. It also comes with no dista …

We have to consider several things when purchasing and wearing concealment body armor. With all the options on the market, we must look first at overall applicable to our lives and what is the likelihood it will help. Let’s start with what clandestine body armor can do for me? Low-profile body armor is usually IIIA rated. This means it will handle almost all pistol threats to include 44 magnum. More often than not we're likely to encounter 9mm pistols and this body armor is well r …

Guest Article By: Rob Orgel of Emergency Response Tactical It's nice to have quality gear. It's also nice to show up to the range and not stand out as, "The goofball". In this article, we're going to discuss the proper setup and selection of your emergency and range body armor/kit. Selecting the appropriate vest is first and foremost a high priority. Select equipment that is made with quality materials and won’t fall apart when you need it most. Next, consider how long it takes to …