Videos tagged with Ballistic Face Mask

This video tests the ballistic resistance of the Tardigrade Industries Maxilla face mask against various calibers. The mask, rated to Level IIIA, successfully stopped .22 LR, 9mm, and .45 ACP rounds with minimal damage. While not rated for .223 Remington, it also stopped this round, though it resulted in a visible dent on both sides.

This video showcases several firearms and gear items, including the Ruger Mini-14, KUSA Comrade 12-gauge shotgun, and a 3A rated ballistic face mask from Tardigrade Industries. The host also demonstrates Live Fire Tactical Training's type 3 malfunction dummy rounds, highlighting their utility for practicing malfunction clearing. Discussions cover the Mini-14's accuracy issues and the KUSA Comrade's operational quirks.

This YouTube Shorts video features a IIIA rated ballistic face mask, posing the question of survival. The title highlights the ballistic protection level of the mask.

This video showcases several pieces of tactical gear and firearms, focusing on a Level IIIA ballistic face mask from Tardigrade Industries and the Dry Fire Mag system for pistol training. The presenter discusses the features and benefits of the mask, including its protective rating and potential for integration with helmets. The Dry Fire Mag system is highlighted as a tool for practicing trigger reset and dry firing without needing to rack the slide, with a discount code provided for viewers. Other firearms like a 300 Blackout AR-15 and a Ruger SP101 revolver are also briefly mentioned.

This video reviews the Maxilla ballistic face mask by Tardigrade Industries, highlighting its Level IIIA protection against common handgun calibers like 9mm and .45 ACP. The mask is presented as a crucial piece of gear to protect the face, which constitutes a significant portion of the head's surface area and is often left exposed even with a helmet. The review emphasizes its ease of integration with existing tactical kits, including plate carriers and ballistic helmets, and discusses its comfort and field of view.

The MuzzleBroke channel host discusses upcoming content, including firearm modifications like Cerakoting a Glock 17 and the acquisition of new gear such as a ballistic face mask. He also touches on various firearms on the table, including a Rifle Dynamics Quick Hatch chambered in 7.62x39mm and a Kriss Vector in .45 ACP, while engaging with viewers on topics ranging from firearm maintenance to the FFL transfer process and suppressor costs.

Garand Thumb, a recognized subject matter expert in tactical equipment, critically assesses the effectiveness of ballistic face masks. The video details rigorous testing using realistic ballistic dummies and various firearms, from handguns to rifles, to measure projectile stopping power and backface deformation. The conclusion highlights significant risks associated with these masks, primarily due to severe deformation, suggesting they are often 'gimmicky' and less effective than traditional head protection.