Body Armor Basics - How to Choose The Best Plates
This video provides a comprehensive guide to choosing body armor, breaking down the key considerations of cost, weight, and protection levels. It details the differences between soft and hard armor, explores the pros and cons of steel, ceramic, and polyethylene plates, and explains NIJ protection ratings (Level 3, 3+, and 4). The content includes live fire testing of a Level 3 polyethylene plate against common rifle rounds to demonstrate its performance. The video aims to educate viewers on making informed decisions about personal protective equipment.








