Swiss Surplus Body Armor

This video tests the effectiveness of inexpensive polyethylene body armor plates purchased from Temu, advertised as NIJ Level 3A. The test involves engaging the plates with various calibers, including .22LR, 9mm, 7.62x39mm, and 5.56x45mm, to assess their ability to stop projectiles and the degree of backface deformation. The results show surprising resilience against pistol rounds, though rifle rounds eventually penetrate.

This video from Polenar Tactical investigates the effect of applying oil to an NIJ Level 3A ballistic vest. Testing with various 9mm rounds reveals that oil significantly reduces the vest's ability to stop projectiles, allowing for deeper penetration. The experiment demonstrates that lubricating the vest's fibers diminishes friction, making them more susceptible to being pushed apart by incoming rounds.

This guide details the testing of the Premier Body Armor Bulletproof Glove, a unique piece of gear designed to stop various ballistic threats. The testing progresses from common handgun rounds to powerful rifle calibers, demonstrating the glove's capabilities and limitations. The expert assessment highlights the glove's effectiveness against handgun threats up to .44 Magnum and its specialized rifle protection inserts, while also showing its limits against extreme safari rounds.

This guide details a practical test of a Protection Group Denmark Level 3A ballistic helmet, demonstrating its performance against various handgun calibers and the .460 S&W Magnum. The test, conducted by Civilian Tactical, highlights the helmet's ability to stop threats within its rated specifications while also showing its limitations against super magnum handgun rounds. The instructor's high authority level is evident through empirical testing and clear explanations of gear capabilities.

This video from Kentucky Ballistics features Scott, an established expert in extreme ballistic testing, demonstrating the immense power of a custom 'Fury' Punt Gun. The experiment involves testing the Punt Gun's 1.68-inch bore projectile against Premier Body Armor's Level 3A and Level 4 plates. While the armor stops penetration, the sheer kinetic energy transfer results in the destruction of ballistic dummies, highlighting the incapacitating effects of blunt force trauma even when armor holds.

Edwin Sarkissian, an experienced firearms influencer, conducts rigorous ballistic testing on the RTS Tactical Level 3A Bulletproof Pillow. The pillow, designed with memory foam and an internal ballistic panel, is tested against calibers ranging from .22 Magnum up to .50 AE, including popular handguns like the HK VP9 Match and Desert Eagle. The testing demonstrates the pillow's capability to stop rounds effectively, highlighting its potential as a defensive tool with integrated arm straps for shield-like use.

This entry details the safe handling of the T G-67 M-SOFT training hand grenade, as demonstrated by Ziga from Polenar Tactical. It emphasizes the critical role of the safety pin and spoon mechanism in preventing accidental detonation. The M-SOFT variant is likely for airsoft or training purposes, highlighting the importance of understanding device types for safety.

This expert guide from Polenar Tactical demonstrates the critical technique for applying a CAT-style tourniquet to control severe limb hemorrhage. The instruction emphasizes correct placement ('high and tight') and windlass application to stop bleeding, acknowledging the necessary pain involved. The video highlights that despite discomfort, proper tourniquet use is a life-saving measure.

This guide details the operation of the TAG 18 Smoke White grenade, as demonstrated by Polenar Tactical. It covers the basic mechanical components and the activation process, emphasizing its use for concealment or signaling. The instruction comes from an experienced source, offering a practical look at this tactical accessory.

This guide details the operation of the FBG-6 Flash Bang 2.0, a pyrotechnic distraction device. It emphasizes the function of the safety lever and the 2.0-second delay. The demonstration highlights that real flashbangs disorient through sound and flash, not the extreme visual effects seen in media. Expert instruction from Polenar Tactical covers safe handling and deployment principles.