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: Week of May 20, 2019

When it comes to understanding body armor there can be confusion over which type of body armor protects against which type of ammunition. Understanding the NIJ 0101.06 armor protection levels is clearly explained. The term "Bullet Proof" is a widely used term that is inaccurate and paints a picture that it cannot be penetrated. Any body armor has the potential to be penetrated. There are various levels of protection that must be adhered to in the law enforcement world. The (Justice Technology Information Center) JTIC Understanding NIJ 0101.06 Armor Protection Levels is a snapshot of the projectile threats and classification of body armor related to these threats. Here is NIJ complete info on Body Armor.

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Concealable Vests - NIJ Certified

NIJ Certified Varanus Concealable Vest with IIIA Ballistic Panels is an extremely lightweight and comfortable USA made ballistic vest that is NIJ Certified.

NIJ Certified Concealable Vests manufactured in the USA are a high quality IIIA Ballistic Vest that hold thin and lightweight soft armor. There are 5 choices of panel densities. The materials and theri densities come in the following configurations: Enforce panel made from Woven Twaron with a PSF (Pounds per Square Foot) of 1.55, Defiant made with Woven Twaron/UD Twaron and 1.23 PSF, Fusion made with 3000D Twaron® Microlam and 1.17 PSF, Themis with DSM Dyneema and .87 PSF and the Agamid made with a combination of Twaron and Dyneema at .86 PSF. The ballistic carrier comes in black and is stitched with military grade stitching.

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