Wish Armor Test!

Published on April 26, 2019
Duration: 12:10

This video details a test of body armor purchased from Wish.com, including a plate carrier and a claimed NIJ Level III ballistic steel plate. The presenter tests the plate's resilience against various handgun calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .45 ACP) and rifle rounds (5.56x45mm), as well as a 12-gauge slug. The results indicate the plate can stop common pistol rounds but fails against rifle fire and shotgun slugs, highlighting potential risks of using inexpensive, unverified body armor for life-saving purposes.

Quick Summary

Testing of Wish.com body armor revealed that a claimed NIJ Level III steel plate could stop common handgun rounds like 9mm and .45 ACP. However, it failed to stop 5.56x45mm rifle rounds and 12-gauge shotgun slugs, raising serious concerns about its reliability for self-defense.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Wish.com Haul
  2. 00:38Body Armor from Wish.com?
  3. 00:55Plate Carrier & Level III Plate Details
  4. 01:39US Army Tactical Vest Description
  5. 02:17Bulletproof Steel Plate Specs
  6. 03:49Testing .22LR Rounds
  7. 04:05.22LR Impact Analysis
  8. 04:10Testing .380 ACP Rounds
  9. 04:39.380 ACP Impact Analysis
  10. 04:45Testing 9mm Rounds
  11. 04:599mm Impact Analysis
  12. 05:00Testing .45 ACP Rounds
  13. 05:18.45 ACP Impact Analysis
  14. 05:25Testing AR-15 (5.56x45mm)
  15. 06:07Testing 12 Gauge Shotgun Slug
  16. 06:33Shotgun Slug Impact Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you buy body armor from Wish.com?

Yes, Wish.com does sell items advertised as body armor, including plate carriers and ballistic plates. However, the quality and actual protective capabilities of these items can be highly questionable and may not meet safety standards.

What level of protection does the Wish.com steel plate offer?

The Wish.com steel plate tested was advertised as NIJ Level III. It successfully stopped various handgun rounds like .22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, and .45 ACP. However, it failed to stop 5.56x45mm rifle rounds and 12-gauge shotgun slugs.

Is Wish.com body armor reliable for self-defense?

Based on testing, Wish.com body armor is not considered reliable for serious self-defense, especially against rifle threats. While it may stop some handgun rounds, its failure against common rifle calibers and shotgun slugs indicates it should not be trusted for life-saving protection.

What are the risks of using cheap body armor?

The primary risk of using cheap body armor is its potential failure to stop threats, leading to severe injury or death. Inconsistent manufacturing, unverified materials, and lack of proper certification mean the armor may not perform as expected in a critical situation.

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