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How much is a Point Blank Body Armor?
Our price: $690 – Call (410-727-3086) for details on ordering since Armor orders requires specialized measurements and lead times.
How long is a bulletproof vest good for?
five years
4 – Bulletproof Vests’ Lifespan It doesn’t matter how short or long the body armor is worn, the vest should be carefully looked over for any signs of damage – creases, tears, smells and burns. If properly taken care of, the vest should last five years. Be sure to follow the care instructions.
Does Point Blank body armor expire?
Whether or not you wear these safety products daily, they will eventually degrade. Believe it or not, body armor is manufactured with an expiration date, which is usually around 5 years after a vest is produced.
Does military use steel body armor?
MIL-SPEC STEEL However, there is something known as Mil-Spec A46100 steel. It’s rated to stop small arms and explosive shrapnel. It’s the same stuff the military uses for vehicles. It’s also the only type of steel to stop a bullet traveling faster than 3,000 fps.
Does steel body armor expire?
BODY ARMOR HAS AN EXPIRATION DATE While steel body armor lasts about 15-20 years before you need to replace it, standard ceramic body armor only last 5-7 years. And those 5-7 years is why you keep getting new armor.
Does body armor have a shelf life?
Yes, body armor does have an expiration date. In most cases, this expiration date is around 5 years.
Why choose point blank body armor?
Point Blank Body Armor (PBBA) is recognized as one of the first companies in the United States to design and manufacture body armor. Since 1973, Point Blank has grown into an internationally diversified company with the most visible brand recognition, considered today to be the premier source of body armor systems in the world.
Who is point blank?
Since 1973, Point Blank has grown into an internationally diversified company with the most visible brand recognition, considered today to be the premier source of body armor systems in the world.
What are Speed Plates?
SPEED Plates are the ultimate in lightweight armor protection against special threats rounds. Designed to be worn in the chest pocket of our concealable vests, SPEED plates are ultra thin and weigh only a half pound or less. These SPEED plates feature 100% polyethylene construction.