New RF3 Rating for Plates? What's this Voodoo?

This comprehensive guide from Adam at Spiritus Systems breaks down the essentials of choosing and setting up body armor. It covers critical aspects like proper sizing for plates and carriers, understanding NIJ threat levels and special threat ratings, differentiating between SAPI and Shooters cuts, and the materials and costs involved. The video also details Adam's personal plate carrier configuration, offering practical insights for users.

This video tests RMA Level IV armor plates against various rifle rounds, including .30-06 M2 AP and 5.56 M855A1/M855, following news of the armor losing its NIJ certification. The testing demonstrates that the armor successfully stops multiple rounds, including M2 AP, even after its ceramic structure is compromised, suggesting it exceeds its certification requirements. The presenter, a firearms instructor, expresses continued confidence in RMA armor based on these results.

This guide, presented by Karl Erickson of Tactical Rifleman, details the proper assembly and fitting of a body armor system. It covers understanding plate types (single-hit vs. multi-hit), the necessity of soft armor inserts for 'ICW' rated plates, correct layering techniques, and achieving an optimal fit for the plate carrier. The instruction emphasizes practical application and performance-based fitment.

This video provides a comprehensive comparison of three LAPG Level IV body armor plate cuts: Shooter's Cut, SAPI/Standard Cut, and Multi-Curve. The instructor, a long-time customer of LAPG, details the pros and cons of each style, focusing on mobility, coverage, weight, and comfort. Testing footage demonstrates the plates' effectiveness against various calibers, highlighting their ability to stop rounds with minimal backface deformation. The guide aims to help viewers make an informed decision based on their individual needs and intended use.

This video from the 1911 Syndicate provides a science-based torture test of Hesco body armor, specifically reviewing the Hesco L210 and 3810 plates. The L210 is presented as a special threat plate with a focus on its thinness and shooter's cut, designed to handle light armor-piercing threats. The 3810, in a SAPI cut, is described as a lightweight option suitable for range use and capable of stopping pistol rounds and some rifle rounds. The video also briefly introduces the 1911 Syndicate's background in real estate serving the military/LE/shooting/hunting communities and their role as content producers.

This video provides a critical review of a $60 Level IV rifle plate purchased from Temu, manufactured by Shanghai Hongyanshun E-commerce Co., Ltd. The host, demonstrating high authority as a firearms reviewer, subjects the plate to rigorous testing with various calibers, including 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm, 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Win, .300 Win Mag, and .338 Lapua Magnum. While the plate technically stops all rounds, it exhibits extreme backface deformation and significant damage, raising serious concerns about its protective capabilities and construction quality compared to professional-grade armor.

This guide covers the setup and operation of the Daniel Defense DDM4 PDW in .300 Blackout, as presented by a firearms instructor. It details the installation of common accessories like suppressors, lights, and optics, along with magazine loading and stock adjustment. The video emphasizes the PDW concept's utility and the effectiveness of the .300 Blackout cartridge, concluding with a live-fire demonstration.

This video features Tim from Military Arms Channel demonstrating the Remington 742 semi-automatic rifle chambered in .30-06 Springfield. He compares the .30-06 cartridge to the 5.56x45mm used in AR-15s, highlighting the power difference. The demonstration includes live fire at a steel target, showcasing the rifle's operation and magazine insertion.

This guide details the installation of the AR-57 upper receiver onto a standard AR-15 lower receiver, enabling the use of the 5.7x28mm cartridge. It also covers a practical modification using a Magpul PMAG as a brass catcher, demonstrating how spent casings are ejected downward through the AR-15's magazine well. The information is presented with high authority by Military Arms Channel, a recognized firearms reviewer.

This guide details how to swap the stock on a Ruger Mini-14, demonstrating its modularity by replacing a synthetic stock with a classic wood folding stock. The video features a live-fire demonstration of the rifle in its 'A-Team' style configuration, highlighting its rapid-fire capability. The host, a recognized firearms expert, provides an informative and confident assessment.