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This video compares ceramic and steel body armor plates, highlighting their key differences. Ceramic plates are lighter (around 5 lbs for 10x12) and offer better protection with less spalling, but are more expensive. Steel plates are heavier (around 9 lbs for 10x12) and prone to spalling, but are significantly more affordable. The choice depends on budget and priority for weight versus spalling mitigation.

This video from 3 of 7 Project, featuring former Navy SEAL Chadd Wright, provides an expert-level overview of civilian body armor options. Wright details the pros and cons of steel, ceramic, and advanced Duritium plates, emphasizing practical considerations like weight, fragmentation, durability, and threat levels. He also covers the role of soft armor and side plates for comprehensive protection.

This video from SHOT Show 2023 features Andrew from ARFCOM visiting Spartan Armor Systems. The focus is on their new innovative armor designs, including a "Ghost Soft Armor Shirt," carriers, and next-generation helmets. The video highlights advancements in personal protective equipment from the manufacturer.

This video details a test to determine if off-the-shelf 12 gauge shotgun ammunition can perforate Level IIIA soft body armor, inspired by a scene in John Wick. The test involved firing a 300-grain Sabo slug at a Spartan Armor Systems Level IIIA panel backed by ballistic gel. The results indicated that while significant backface deformation occurred, the slug did not fully penetrate the armor, suggesting soft armor can reliably stop common 12 gauge slugs.

This comprehensive guide from Copper Jacket TV, featuring insights from 'The Daily Shooter,' delves into body armor selection and understanding. It covers threat levels, material comparisons (steel vs. composite), the nuances of 'Level 3+' ratings, and the critical factors of velocity, spalling, backface deformation, and expiration. The video also touches on plate cuts, weight trade-offs, and various plate carrier types, offering practical advice based on extensive independent testing.

This video provides an expert-level review and test of Spartan Armor Systems' AR550 Level III+ body armor. Featuring a manufacturer representative and an industry reviewer, the content delves into the technical specifications, including hardness and threat defeat capabilities against 5.56 NATO rounds. The review includes rigorous ballistic testing with chronograph data and discusses the importance of selecting armor appropriate for specific threat profiles, also touching on Level IV options.

This entry details a significant lawsuit against Cabela's concerning ammunition sales and its potential ramifications for the entire firearms retail industry. The case, involving a fatal shooting by a 19-year-old, hinges on claims of negligence and exceptions to the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA). Expert analysis suggests this could lead to broader liability for retailers if not dismissed.

This video, updated from a 2015 version, analyzes 2020 ATF registration data to rank US states by the number of registered NFA items. The speaker, an expert in 2A news, highlights that these figures represent legally owned items and are expected to grow. The analysis focuses on categories like Destructive Devices, Machineguns, Silencers, SBRs, SBSs, and AOWs, providing state-by-state breakdowns and concluding with commentary on gun owner rights.

This entry details the US Army's Modular Handgun System (MHS) contract decision, where the Sig Sauer P320 (M17/M18) was selected over Glock's submission. The analysis highlights key MHS requirements, the specific features of each submission, and crucially, the significant cost difference that heavily influenced the final decision. The Sig Sauer M17/M18 will replace the Beretta M9 in service.

This video from Guns & Gadgets discusses China's official stance that US citizens owning firearms is a serious problem requiring change. The host critically analyzes this statement, contrasting it with China's own human rights record and political system, while also referencing historical figures and current political figures like Senator Ben Sasse and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. The content emphasizes the importance of the Second Amendment and warns against foreign influence on US gun policy.