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Law enforcement personnel, military combat units or those who are interested in optimal protection during a crisis already know the answer to one question about body armor.Q: Is body armor essential for critical protection during life-or-death situations?A: Absolutely, positively, 100% yes.But there’s another question that many of our customers have, and it’s not so cut and dry. Q: Which type is best, ceramic armor or steel armor?A: They’re both great options, depending on what you’re loo …

With so many armor options available nowadays, it’s easy to lose focus on one of the oldest and most effective methods for personal protection: steel armor. Steel armor has been around so long, it’s the one type of protection that’s often taken for granted. From the days of armored medieval knights to present-day law enforcement and military personnel, steel armor has remained integral to the warrior ethic that defines everyone from combat soldiers to everyday heroes and first …

A good set of Spartan Armor Systems Steel Core Body Armor or Composite/Ceramic Armor plates won’t get anyone very far without a well built, properly selected plate carrier. There are dozens, if not hundreds, of options available in all configurations at all price points. The sheer volume of options can be daunting, but our selection can be broken down into two main categories: • Low Profile carriers like our Spartan Armor Systems ECP • Tactical carriers like our Leonidas Pl …