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The K9 Vest: Protecting Man's Best Friend

The K9 Vest: Protecting Man's Best Friend

Dogs have served and protected humankind for centuries, not least on the frontline. Armoring dogs goes back to ancient times, becoming common practice in Europe in the late 1800s.

Thankfully, in the face of modern-day threats, the protective equipment available for military and police K9s has evolved greatly. In this article, we’re focusing on the K9 vest – What is it? How does it work? Is it really necessary? Plus our top picks of the latest and greatest dog gear on the market!

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Can Body Armor be Shipped Internationally?

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Because body armor helps preserve life (and staying alive is a universal desire), we here at Bulletproof Zone regularly get questions about whether we can ship gear to an address outside of the USA.

So in this article, we're answering your questions about shipping body armor internationally.

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Plate Carrier Buyers' Guide: How to Choose the Right One for You

Plate Carrier Buyers' Guide: How to Choose the Right One for You
It's time to talk plate carriers. They're some of the most popular pieces of ballistic body armor out there for military, law enforcement, and civilians, and they're one of the biggest top-sellers from the Bulletproof Zone body armor collection. But what about all the other questions you may have about plate carriers?

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Best Body Armor: The Ultimate Buyer's Guide

Tactical Bulletproof Vest

While vests and plate carriers are well-known, bullet-resistant backpacks and even bulletproof clothing are now on the market. They all follow the same principle: by putting a layer of ultra-strong material between your vitals and a bullet, projectile, or blade.

At Bulletproof Zone, we know it's important to understand such a potentially life-saving piece of equipment before you decide which one to purchase. That's the goal of this guide: we'll help you understand body armor and when to use it for your tactical loadout.

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Who Are Bulletproof Vests For?

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People have been using body armor in one form or another since we first realized sticks and stones can break our bones. As weaponry grows more sophisticated, so does the gear we use to protect ourselves. This brings us to one of the most common types of body armor used today - the bulletproof vest.

If you're wondering who wears them and why, you're in the right place! We'll explain who needs a bulletproof vest and how they can help you.

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What Do The NIJ Protection Levels Mean?

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The threat levels for ballistic vests are set by the NIJ (National Institute of Justice). There are currently five levels in use - Level IIA, II, IIIA, III, and IV - and each covers a different caliber of bullet. We'll help you understand all the NIJ levels so you can assess which level defeats the range of threats most likely to come your way.

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