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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 …

Guest Article By: Rob Orgel of Emergency Response Tactical What Is The Overall Mission Of Your Body Armor? Obviously, body armor is designed to stop a ballistic threat. The level of ballistic protection you need is often dictated by your mission. This is information we already know, and if you don't, to gain the knowledge refer to the Spartan Armor Systems Body Armor 101 series. However, we need to keep in mind it's not just ballistic needs but also the ammo needs and overall size and …

For weeks, the world has watched the conflict between Russia and the Ukraine escalate into war. Consequences were weighed by all sides while tensions grew. Early Thursday morning, confirmation was made, as Russia had launched a "full-scale invasion", against Ukraine. Utilizing air, land & sea, the invasion included a barrage of 100 missiles, and 75 bombers. The intent, as Putin describes, is for the "demilitarization and denazification" of the neighboring country. It was Ukraine's mili …