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Tests, laws and plain-English guides to body armor from the BulletSafe team.
Why You Need Level IV Plates
Imagine this: You’re navigating an urban combat zone. The thundering of distant rifle fire echoes through the streets, and you’re out on patrol, feeling confident that you’ll make...
Building Your Plate Carrier
Whether you’re building a plate carrier for professional use, home defense, or just want to look prepared for a tactical photo op (we won’t judge), you’ve come to...
How to Choose the Right Bulletproof Vest
When it comes to buying a bulletproof vest, it's easy to get lost in the numbers, acronyms, and technical jargon. Should you go with Level IIIA, III, or...
Everything you Need to Know about Level IV Plates
National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Level IV plates represent the highest level of defense against ballistic threats. These plates undergo rigorous testing to meet certification standards, making them...
What is Soft Body Armor Good For?
What is Soft Body Armor?Soft body armor is designed as a flexible, lightweight alternative to hard bulletproof plates. This type of armor is typically made of layered composite...
The Ultimate 2-in-1 Bulletproof Vest
When it comes to personal protection, industry professionals such as security guards, contractors and law enforcement personnel are often faced with a dilemma: what armor do you wear...
Top 10 Things People Should Know About Bulletproof Vests
For those new to the world of bulletproof vests, it's easy to assume that all vests are created equal, but that couldn't be further from the truth. The...
The Science Behind BulletSafe’s VP4 Advanced Vest
People who wear our armor sometimes wonder, “How can something so lightweight offer so much protection?” BulletSafe’s VP4 with Reinforced Lightweight Advanced (RLA) Armor, also known as the...
Do Bulletproof Vests Protect Against Rifle Rounds?
When people think of bulletproof vests, they often picture a piece of armor that can stop any bullet fired at them. However, the reality is a bit more...
5 Myths About Body Armor Debunked
When it comes to personal protection, few things are as reassuring as body armor. For decades, body armor has been the go-to solution for military personnel, law enforcement,...
What is the BulletSafe VP4?
If you’ve ever worn a bulletproof vest, you may find yourself praying for the end of your shift or patrol when you can head back home and just...
The Different Types of Bulletproof Vests and Body Armor
When it comes to body armor, it’s important to note that while all bulletproof vests are body armor, not all armor is bulletproof. The term "bulletproof vest" refers...
Why Tensile Strength and Material Flexibility Are Crucial in Modern Armor
When we think about modern body armor, our minds often jump to the tough, rigid plates that stop bullets in their tracks. But there's more to armor than...