Videos tagged with Body Armor Sizing

Nate from Predator Armor provides a straightforward method for determining the correct body armor size. He advises customers to cut out cardboard templates of common armor sizes (10x12 and 11x14 inches) and hold them against their chest to simulate where the plate would sit. The key is to align the top of the plate with the bottom of the sternum's soft area for optimal coverage.

This video addresses the crucial question of selecting the right body armor size. The primary goal of body armor is to protect vital organs like the heart and lungs, not necessarily to prevent all gunshot wounds. The speaker highlights that 10x12 inch body armor is the most common size, fitting approximately 90-95% of customers.

This guide details the setup of a modern rifleman's kit, emphasizing a tiered approach (belt, plate carrier, pack) for survivability and combat effectiveness. It covers essential gear like magazines, body armor, helmets, and medical equipment, stressing the importance of lightweight, repeatable configurations and night vision capability. The instruction is delivered from the perspective of an experienced firearms enthusiast aiming to provide practical advice for civilian preparedness.

This video from Predator Armor addresses the common question of how to select the correct body armor size. Nate from Predator Armor explains that their 10x12 plate accommodates most customers and emphasizes that body armor's primary function is to protect vital organs, not prevent all shots. He advises users to cut out cardboard templates of common plate sizes (10x12, 11x14) and hold them against their chest to determine the smallest size that adequately covers the heart and lungs, while also considering mobility.