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History of Ceramic Body Armor: A Brief Overview
Ceramic body armor is one of the best options for protective equipment, but where did this revolutionary form of protection come from? Let's look at the humble beginnings of the history of ceramic body armor. The Discovery of Ceramic Armor In 1918, a major in the British Army, Neville Monroe Hopkins, made a revolutionary discovery - that a plate of rolled steel, when covered in a thin layer of hard enamel, was far more resistant to penetration. This breakthrough was a major point in the
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Feb 14th 2023
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Ceramic Body Armor Plates
In the face of danger, having the right body armor can mean the difference between life and death, and with the ever-increasing threat of ballistic attacks, it's more important than ever to invest in the best body armor available. That's where ceramic body armor plates come in - they have become a top choice for law enforcement, military personnel, and civilians looking for superior protection. Table of Contents Advantages of Ceramic body Armor Drawbacks of Ceramic Body Armor
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Feb 14th 2023
Biden Shouts, “Ban Assault Weapons,” during SOTU Address
During the February 7th, 2023, State of the Union address, President Joe Biden took time to plea for Congress to ban assault weapons. In one of the louder segments of the address, Biden screams, "Ban assault weapons now. Ban them now once and for all" and follows it up regarding his previous "assault" weapons ban. Biden's Dangerous Push to Ban "Assault" Weapons “We did it before. I led the fight to ban them in 1994. In the 10 years the ban was law, mass shootings went down. After
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Feb 7th 2023
NIJ Standard RF2: Understanding the Latest in Body Armor Technology
The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) sets the standards for body armor in the United States, and the NIJ standard RF2 is one of the latest and most advanced levels of protection available under the new NIJ 0101.07 Standards (yet to be released). But what exactly is the NIJ standard RF2, and how does it differ from earlier standards? In this article, we'll take a closer look at the NIJ standard RF2 and explain how it provides improved protection against special threats such as penetra
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Feb 6th 2023
Why California's Body Armor Ban Proposal is Unconstitutional
Hold on to your tactical vests, folks! California Assembly Bill 92 and Illinois House Bill 3238 have both been introduced and aim to ban the sale of most body armor to average civilians. That's right, no more online purchases or trips to your local gun store for the everyday Joe. But these bills aren't just a bummer for tactical gear enthusiasts - it's also unconstitutional. In this post, we'll take a closer look at the details of the bills, explain why it's unconstitutional, and discus
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Jan 24th 2023