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Protective body armor became a law enforcement staple in the 1960s. Since then, it’s estimated that more than 3,000 officers’ lives have been saved by wearing body armor.Firearms are among the most dangerous threats faced by law enforcement. Most peace officer deaths involve being assaulted by perpetrators armed with handguns or rifles. A study by the FBI’s Law Enforcement Officers Killed and Assaulted (LEOKA) program revealed that between 1987 and 2015, there were more than 70,000 incide …

Proper care and maintenance of body armor will safeguard both your investment and your life while on the job. The life of a body armor system that’s been well maintained will be much longer than a protection system that’s been neglected.Although many people fail to do so, proper care starts with reading the manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning, maintaining and storing your equipment to avoid its being damaged and voiding the warranty. The protective panels and carriers of all body armo …

Firearms are among the most dangerous threats faced by police officers, corrections officers, DEA agents, border guards, security guards, and other law enforcement personnel. Although there’s no such thing as a truly “bulletproof” vest, protective body armor is a critical piece of personal safety equipment for those whose occupations or environments put them at risk. Below, you’ll find everything you need to know about selecting the body armor and plate carrier system that’s right for your si …

Spartan Armor Systems, the leader in personal armor protection, also sells an outstanding variety of shooting targets. All of our targets are crafted with AR500 steel, one of the most popular materials for armor and targets alike. With different varieties of targets available for purchase, buying the right target can be a confusing process. Which type of target should you consider buying? Are all categories essentially the same? Why is AR500 steel so popular for target shooting? Those are all gr …

High performance steel plate body armor offers a practical alternative to ceramic composite plates for stopping bullets and preventing injury to the wearer. Although both types of armor can stop hits from a rifle, ceramic plates can be expensive, which can sometimes make them an unrealistic choice for cash-strapped law enforcement agencies and preppers on tight budgets.To help you choose, here are some things you’ll need to know about steel core body armor.I. Backface DeformationBackfac …