Wear them snow boarding to keep a tree limb from driving through your lungs. Off roading to keep a tree limb from driving through the windshield and piercing your heart. During turkey shoots/IDPA events. Natural disasters such as hurricanes or earthquakes to keep shrapnel of exploding trees from lodging in to your vital organs. There are plenty of reasons outside of the tactical world which may require the use of a ballistic plate carrier. Plates need to be as accepted as eye and ear protection when shooting as well.
I wear my level III armor when hunting on public land. I've personally had a few instances of a round going whizzing past me while I was out hunting because: 1) Some boners mix alcohol with firearms while hunting. 2) Some hunters do "brush shots" shooting just at movement in a bush without verifying a target. 3) A few "hunters" have been known to get their "kills" by taking them from other hunters that actually made the shot by threat of force.
Grey Wolf Armory Survival of the fittest . Guns an Armor are essential on this planet. Anyone who trys to take them secretly has them in abundance an doesn't want to have to fear u or others. *FACTS*
This is some of the best information I've seen that will help those without backgrounds in wearing armor and in many cases even those with because very few wear this style.
AR500- The side straps on John's carrier are much better ergonomically than Glenn's. It is easier to tighten them from back to front. I am a lean guy and cannot easily tighten the straps from front to back. Please consider changing or giving the option on your carriers to have the straps oriented to a person's preference. That would mean a lot to me and other people as well I am sure. My physical build is very custom and often I have to modify gear to suit my body better. Please consider this input and feedback from a customer and end-user's point of view. You guys are doing awesome and this additional option would be even more icing on the cake.
For home defense and/or the military, you hang everything you need on your "alert chair," so you can quickly put your uniform, shoes or boots (while sitting down) and your equipment on. If you do not have an "alert chair," use a regular chair or you can build one specifically designed for your needs.
To JD Glock he was using ap rounds from a longer barrel is why it punched through. That's steel vs steel, and speed matters at that point. Level three plates will stop 556, even those ap rounds, from a standard barrel.
Most excellent, guys. Nice demostration at the end. Train as you would defend. Good advice on having a simple rig at bedside, and also one in the vehicle too.
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I just saw two videos - one from "The Wound Channel" showing 5.56 NATO M193 passing through AR-500 plate Level III Rifle Protection. What level is required to stop 5.56 NATO? I copied and pasted his reply to my question in this post. Thanks!! The Wound Channel You are incorrect. Level III armor is rated to stop 7.62 NATO M80 Ball ammunition @ 2750 fps. Level III plates are NOT rated to stop 5.56
My issue is shouldering my rifle. I have the testudio carrier and it has those big pads on the shoulders. I can’t shoulder my rifle with them in so I them out.
Are you legally allowed to wear a ballistic vest like one that you are wearing inside or outside of the shooting range while practicing some shooting drills? Or it’s just stupid thing to do? Coz shit might happen at anytime.any moment it’s because you wanted to protect your self and have a piece of mind. However knowing people besides you or even the Range Safety Officers might have a second thought?! We are leaving in a dangerous world right now...I am not in the military or a contractor but my Grand father served in the US Army during the Korean War. I guess it’s rans through my blood 😁. Anyways i just want to share my thoughts about wearing a bulletproof vest & I would like to order one. Nice video sir! God bless
hello, i would like to get a lite-weight armor to keep in the house or the car but im not sure what to get can you help? im looking to carry 4 30 rds mags/med kit.
in live in the netherlands. as an airsofter i already own a sentry plate carrier. nowadays with the yihadi attacks on europe i would like to own some plates for my carrier. only problem is that your companie doesnt ship outside the us. would you know of a way for me to accuire a set of plates here in the netherlands?
+Sonny Brouesse It might be possible for you to find a local source of armor, or maybe a company that could custom make some for you. It's also possible for you to make your own plates, though I have never actually done it myself.
+Jacob D If you've ever seen the movie Blackhawk Down, you know why that's a bad idea. However, it's your life. If you don't think you can handle the weight of 2 plates, or you're looking to save money by only buying one, then go ahead and do it.
+Your Royal Hoiness I know its a little late, and I assume you were joking but, the problem isn't stopping the bullet its about dispersing the energy. A 1 inch AR500 plate will stop the round but you are still talking TONS of kinetic energy. No the bullet didn't penetrate you, but a moped just flew into you.
flippy51090 More importantly criminals breaking in to homes are regularly armed. More commonly these days with rifles. So having access to body armor capable of stopping rifle rounds is a good idea.
It's actually pretty hard to shoot yourself with appendix carry once you've trained yourself to do it for a while. I hope he doesn't go around town looking like that though, cause he was printing through that Polo like the first press for the New York Times.
While I found this video informative I have to disagree on CCing while wearing such a plate carrier. I'm not out to turn this into an OC vs CC debate for EDC, but by wearing such gear you are already showing that you're prepared for trouble, and as such most likely armed. Thus you aren't gaining anything by CCing and are potentially hurting yourself (slower draw time and more potential to mess up the draw given having to move clothes, body armor, etc). OCing in such a situation makes your draw both faster and easier by preventing your clothes/armor from accidentally interfering with the draw in a high stress situation. Of course if you keep the armor at a location other than home and don't have an OC holster with it you will be CCing it. But I see zero advantage and only disadvantages/issues in CCing over OCing while wearing something as obvious as body armor.
+aknazer I agree with your point. That is why I bought one of the concealed carriers from AR500. It keeps everything hidden under a normal shirt. I plan on wearing it everyday, especially since my company does not allow weapons to be carried on the premises.
1.home defense
2. terrorist attacks
3.shtf
4.training
5.buying stuff on Craigslist
6.range
#5 😂
Wear them snow boarding to keep a tree limb from driving through your lungs. Off roading to keep a tree limb from driving through the windshield and piercing your heart. During turkey shoots/IDPA events. Natural disasters such as hurricanes or earthquakes to keep shrapnel of exploding trees from lodging in to your vital organs. There are plenty of reasons outside of the tactical world which may require the use of a ballistic plate carrier. Plates need to be as accepted as eye and ear protection when shooting as well.
I wear my level III armor when hunting on public land. I've personally had a few instances of a round going whizzing past me while I was out hunting because:
1) Some boners mix alcohol with firearms while hunting.
2) Some hunters do "brush shots" shooting just at movement in a bush without verifying a target.
3) A few "hunters" have been known to get their "kills" by taking them from other hunters that actually made the shot by threat of force.
Grey Wolf Armory Survival of the fittest . Guns an Armor are essential on this planet. Anyone who trys to take them secretly has them in abundance an doesn't want to have to fear u or others.
*FACTS*
Sounds wise to me. I almost got shot once on a hunt, I may have to look into getting one for that. Thanks for the idea!
I never would have thought of those scenarios.... Super, super clever. 👍
Good stuff.
This is some of the best information I've seen that will help those without backgrounds in wearing armor and in many cases even those with because very few wear this style.
AR500-
The side straps on John's carrier are much better ergonomically than Glenn's. It is easier to tighten them from back to front. I am a lean guy and cannot easily tighten the straps from front to back. Please consider changing or giving the option on your carriers to have the straps oriented to a person's preference. That would mean a lot to me and other people as well I am sure. My physical build is very custom and often I have to modify gear to suit my body better.
Please consider this input and feedback from a customer and end-user's point of view. You guys are doing awesome and this additional option would be even more icing on the cake.
They have changed that
For home defense and/or the military, you hang everything you need on your "alert chair," so you can quickly put your uniform, shoes or boots (while sitting down) and your equipment on. If you do not have an "alert chair," use a regular chair or you can build one specifically designed for your needs.
To JD Glock he was using ap rounds from a longer barrel is why it punched through. That's steel vs steel, and speed matters at that point. Level three plates will stop 556, even those ap rounds, from a standard barrel.
Just received my armor from you guys . Thanks for the tips 👍🏼
Intelligent & informative
Thank you guy's
Most excellent, guys. Nice demostration at the end. Train as you would defend. Good advice on having a simple rig at bedside, and also one in the vehicle too.
Solid info. well presented. Thanks, gentlemen.
Don't forget about range safety as a reason to wear armor.
that appendix rig is very nice, easy reholstering.
Why own body armor?
Glen & Matt from Independence Training discuss applications of body armor in your life, regardless of profession; and how to setup your body armor and plate carrier to work in conjunction with first line gear.
Level III Body Armor starting at $65, www.AR500Armor.com
Independence Training, www.independencetraining.com/
#AR500Armor #AR500 #Armor #BodyArmor #AR500BodyArmor
I just saw two videos - one from "The Wound Channel" showing 5.56 NATO M193 passing through AR-500 plate Level III Rifle Protection.
What level is required to stop 5.56 NATO? I copied and pasted his reply to my question in this post. Thanks!!
The Wound Channel
You are incorrect. Level III armor is rated to stop 7.62 NATO M80 Ball ammunition @ 2750 fps. Level III plates are NOT rated to stop 5.56
Just put blaze defense tubes on my testuido works great and the 11x14 RMA fit snugly but they do go in.
Nice, those are an excellent upgrade option to any carrier including the Testudo! Thank you for your purchase and feedback!
cool! Thank you for this I'm a armor newb and at 4:53 I was wrapping that piece underneath the vest -sigh- so now I can do it the right way lol.
You guys put out some great videos
this is also usefull for airsofters so that is wy im looking at this.
No
Very good comment!
The dude carrying appendix may have some issues with his draw if he had pouches on his vest
Is Glen's sidearm an SR? I love that pistol.
My issue is shouldering my rifle. I have the testudio carrier and it has those big pads on the shoulders. I can’t shoulder my rifle with them in so I them out.
Knock precious seconds off of putting the Banshee on by skipping the buckles. Aren't they pointless anyway if you are using the cummerbund?
Yes, they are redundant, but we wanted to demonstrate the time difference using all of the systems that come with each setup.
What pistol is shorter gentleman carrying concealed please...
What kind of shoulder pads/straps are on your banshee? The standard ones suck
Cool video on armor, i would of liked to see full pistol armor also. P.S. - both people muzzled themselves when they re-holstered. Just saying.
+Right Right When carrying concealed, the muzzle of the firearm is almost always pointing at part of your body. That's just how it is.
Why do the plate carriers look so small ve never understood that
2:19
What about a recommendation for a RTF member specifically med personel?
When are you guys going to send me some plates for alternative testing?
Are you legally allowed to wear a ballistic vest like one that you are wearing inside or outside of the shooting range while practicing some shooting drills? Or it’s just stupid thing to do? Coz shit might happen at anytime.any moment it’s because you wanted to protect your self and have a piece of mind. However knowing people besides you or even the Range Safety Officers might have a second thought?! We are leaving in a dangerous world right now...I am not in the military or a contractor but my Grand father served in the US Army during the Korean War. I guess it’s rans through my blood 😁. Anyways i just want to share my thoughts about wearing a bulletproof vest & I would like to order one. Nice video sir! God bless
Which part of Arizona are you guys in? I am in Mesa, Phoenix area.
Good evening. There are physical stores in miami OR Orlando? Thank you
hello, i would like to get a lite-weight armor to keep in the house or the car but im not sure what to get can you help? im looking to carry 4 30 rds mags/med kit.
Great videos! What song is that at the end?
in live in the netherlands. as an airsofter i already own a sentry plate carrier. nowadays with the yihadi attacks on europe i would like to own some plates for my carrier. only problem is that your companie doesnt ship outside the us. would you know of a way for me to accuire a set of plates here in the netherlands?
find out if they are legal .
+Sonny Brouesse It might be possible for you to find a local source of armor, or maybe a company that could custom make some for you. It's also possible for you to make your own plates, though I have never actually done it myself.
Where in AZ?
i think we need tank
Does it make sense to have an armor plate in only the front of your plate carrier
+Jacob D If you've ever seen the movie Blackhawk Down, you know why that's a bad idea. However, it's your life. If you don't think you can handle the weight of 2 plates, or you're looking to save money by only buying one, then go ahead and do it.
Where is this shop at?
4mm iron plate would stop a 9mm bullet????
4:30 just don't blow away little mister johnson k.
How many level 3A plates would it take to stop a 50 bmg api?
+Your Royal Hoiness I know its a little late, and I assume you were joking but, the problem isn't stopping the bullet its about dispersing the energy. A 1 inch AR500 plate will stop the round but you are still talking TONS of kinetic energy. No the bullet didn't penetrate you, but a moped just flew into you.
If they only knew then what we know today
when has body armor been used in a break in?
+flippy51090 not break-in, those thug doesn't value their life., But prime example would be the North Hollywood Shootout.
dangloc89 that was a bank robbery gone bad
flippy51090
More importantly criminals breaking in to homes are regularly armed. More commonly these days with rifles. So having access to body armor capable of stopping rifle rounds is a good idea.
Man did they call the riots haha...
Walking to get groceries in Los Angeles
what holster was Matt using?
same question here
Both body armor are great to owned but john hopefully you don't accidentally shot your man package.
It's actually pretty hard to shoot yourself with appendix carry once you've trained yourself to do it for a while. I hope he doesn't go around town looking like that though, cause he was printing through that Polo like the first press for the New York Times.
I know at least is a good way to know what kind of body armor is good used around the house and in the city too.
LOL. If ur not a fan of firearms u better become one because they will NEVER disappear.
While I found this video informative I have to disagree on CCing while wearing such a plate carrier. I'm not out to turn this into an OC vs CC debate for EDC, but by wearing such gear you are already showing that you're prepared for trouble, and as such most likely armed. Thus you aren't gaining anything by CCing and are potentially hurting yourself (slower draw time and more potential to mess up the draw given having to move clothes, body armor, etc). OCing in such a situation makes your draw both faster and easier by preventing your clothes/armor from accidentally interfering with the draw in a high stress situation.
Of course if you keep the armor at a location other than home and don't have an OC holster with it you will be CCing it. But I see zero advantage and only disadvantages/issues in CCing over OCing while wearing something as obvious as body armor.
+aknazer I agree with your point. That is why I bought one of the concealed carriers from AR500. It keeps everything hidden under a normal shirt. I plan on wearing it everyday, especially since my company does not allow weapons to be carried on the premises.
YAWN...
When things go bump in the night, you "apply" amor? You need to move ....
+Joshua James It can happy to anyone, anywhere. Just because your house gets broken into, that does not mean that you live in a "bad" area.
Riots? What's that? 2020.....
This aged well considering all the riots going on.
wtf is that armor LOL.... 20 cm X 20 cm.
Stop it i don't think there will ever be a reason to carry that style body armor. you can sell me on soft armor at a minimum
Can you wear body armor under a tactical vest?
Why?