So, is it?
Thinking about this leads you to the topic of general preparedness.
What about a home invasion?
Do you have ahome defense kit including body armor to defend your family?
The point is, there are a lot of scary things that can happen.
But what about body armor?
Do you need it?
Thats for you to decide regarding your personal situation.
But, if you do decide you need it, you must ask yourself what kind you need.
So, lets talk about the two main kinds of armor that divide the market.
Firmness of Character
The most common throw in of armor is soft body armor.
Every piece of gear has pros and cons.
So, lets address that with soft armor.
Soft body armor is made in a variety of different levels and protections.
It is made of a variety of densely woven materials made to stop bullets.
Here is where it gets tricky.
These can oftentimes stop bullets, but not all of them can stop knives.
To add stab and slash protection will cost you extra money.
I told you it gets tricky.
Soft body armor is generally concealable under your clothing.
But what if you are facing an attacker with a rifle?
This is where hard armor comes into play.
The trade-off is plates can be really heavy.
Only Level 4 plates can stop 30.06, and on average Id estimate they weigh 5 to 7 lbs.
note: Armor piercing ammunition is an often misunderstood concept that is used as a political football.
Read more in Richard Johnsonsarticle on Cop Killer Bullets.]
Ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) is a subset of thermoplastic polyethylene.
Thank you, internet, for that information.
In laymans terms, it means its a blend of plastic that is so dense it stops bullets.
This brings up the next point.
There is an option where it’s possible for you to have the best of both worlds.
If you want the best of both worlds, these are your two options.
So, be vigilant and get out and read.
A factor we didnt even discuss is the shelf life of either of these armors.
Yes, armor can, in theory, go bad.
