Show Notes:
Episode 94. What You Need to Know About Body Armor
In this episode, the hosts discuss the sensitive places ban in California and the legality of body armor. They explore whether body armor is protected by the Second Amendment and provide an overview of the laws and regulations surrounding its use. The hosts also explain the different types of body armor, including soft and hard armor, and discuss the levels of protection and materials used. They provide examples of body armor products and highlight the importance of doing thorough research before purchasing. In this episode, the hosts discuss various aspects of body armor, including considerations for choosing the right armor, types of body armor and additional features, resources for further information, the importance of carriers for hard body armor, and a trivia question for listeners.
Takeaways
- When choosing body armor, consider factors such as the level of protection, weight, comfort, and coverage.
- Different types of body armor include soft armor, hard armor, and plates.
- Additional features to consider include edge-to-edge protection, side protection, trauma pads, and carriers.
- Resources for further information on body armor include Greg Ellifritz’s article on Active Response Training and a study on the use of body armor in violent crimes.
- Carriers are necessary for hard body armor and it is important to research and choose the right carrier for your needs.
- The episode concludes with a trivia question and encourages listener feedback and suggestions for future topics.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Update on Sensitive Places Ban in California
09:24 Is Body Armor Protected by the Second Amendment?
18:26 Laws and Regulations Surrounding Body Armor
26:25 Types of Body Armor: Soft vs Hard
30:16 Levels of Protection and Materials Used
38:43 Examples of Body Armor Products
47:39 Considerations for Choosing Body Armor
48:32 Types of Body Armor and Additional Features
49:02 Resources for Further Information
50:27 Importance of Carriers for Hard Body Armor
51:54 Trivia Question and Listener Feedback
52:50 Trivia Answer and Conclusion
Resources:
Indiana Code re Body Armor
https://law.justia.com/codes/indiana/2022/title-35/article-47/chapter-5/section-35-47-5-13/
Is Body Armor Protected by the Second Amendment?
https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2023/02/07/is-body-armor-protected-by-the-second-amendment.html
CRPA re Sensitive Places Ban in California
Spartan Armor Systems
https://www.spartanarmorsystems.com/shop-body-armor-threat-protection
T-Rex Arms
https://www.trex-arms.com/store/Hesco-L210-Special-Threat-Plate-Set/
https://www.trex-arms.com/store/hesco-m210-special-threat-plate-set/
Shot Stop
https://www.shotstop.net/products/duritium-gt2?variant=39721048015040
Greg Ellifritz – Active Response Training
https://www.activeresponsetraining.net/the-definitive-body-armor-qa
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#liberty
#freedom
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#personalresponsibility
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#guns
#training
#mindset
#bodyarmor
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#2a
#rights
#selfdefense
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