Should private citizens own Body Armor? Massad Ayoob on the benefits of kevlar vests. Critical Mas62

[@gowilsoncombat]

Do you own body armor?

[@762x69]

Yep and it was sent to my home with free shipping. I love my country 🇺🇸

[@luciano-km7mq]

Yup. I purchased it at a gunshow in cash. The nazi collaborators at visa and mastercard will continue to remain clueless 😎

[@Sh311Sh0ck3d]

No. The last person I heard off wearing body armour was shot 4 or 5 times, in the head. He was at the funeral of someone he had shot. I think a lot if the shootings we used to see here were carried out by people who had received training on how to execute a target wearing body armour. It's to be expected now days I guess. It's cheap, much lighter than it used to be and all the hard men have a vest but they never wear it to bed.

[@luciano-km7mq]

@@Sh311Sh0ck3d Easy to shoot the head from up close. Difficult to do that shit (unless you're a sniper shooting a stationary target) from a distance. Vests don't guarantee survival. It increases the chance of survival (2+2).

[@chadmann2724]

Did the socialists push to keep church and state affairs in balance?

[@Alan92Truong]

Citizens should have access to whatever the government has. After all, the government is supposed to serve us.

[@126.Seconds]

We citizens should have access to most anything that the government says we don’t need, ha ha ha!

[@Stacy-hz3dp]

Including full auto?

[@andrewvachon1943]

@@Stacy-hz3dp Yes!

[@brentharrington9235]

@@Stacy-hz3dp Yup

[@Cha-Khia]

@@Stacy-hz3dp So here's the deal with full-auto weapons fire... It is wildly inaccurate compared to single fire, so much so that the military application of fully automatic weapons fire is relegated to suppression, intimidation, and large caliber anti-armor weapons in excess of 20mm, and even then a single high explosive shot (usually missiles or rockets) would be preferred. I do think civilians should have access to machine guns, I just don't see why anyone would actually use them outside of the gun range, because, lets take for example, a person walks into a mall, and starts unloading into a crowd of people, that person already did something we are NOT allowed to do. Brandishing: Brandishing a deadly weapon (which a gun sure is) in public is a crime in most countries/states, some places have them as misdemeanors and others as felonies, it just depends on where you are. if you are armed, and you see a person walk into a mall with a gun in their hands, you should consider stopping them before anything else happens, thus the would be criminal having a machinegun means very little. So to re-cap, machines guns are only useful for suppression in combat, intimidation, and having a really fun but expensive day on the range, even as a murder weapon, they are lacking when compared to deliberate and accurate single shot weapons fire.

[@grantorino2009]

I’ve trained with Ayoob (MAG-40). He outshot an entire class full of custom 1911s with a stock Glock 30 & vanilla WWB ball. It really wasn’t even close. I consider him a mentor over the last 30 years. His word is gold and he is the real deal.

[@Widderic]

That's awesome. I love hearing stories like that.

[@paulscountry456]

He has stated that the 45 is the most accurate Glock so that does not surprise me.

[@dustysavoy6951]

Weird. It defies logic but I was able to shoot my G21 with an impressive degree of accuracy over any variation of Glock 9mm, but am much faster with a 9mm and can live with a lil less impressive groups and take speed + capacity over pretty superficial accuracy benefits of the .45

[@monstercoatingsnyc]

I also took MAG-40. I highly recommend everyone serious about self protection and the legality of use of deadly force take it. I am proud to say that I tied Ayoob's score that class of 298 and I've got the signed dollar bill to prove it as well as photos!

[@darrinrentruc6614]

@@monstercoatingsnyc He let you tie

[@TurfSurf]

Absolutly yes! It's a passive protective clothing item, it only protects and saves lives!

[@Allazander]

I think it's truly sad that nowadays so many parents feel the need to buy bulletproof backpacks or a bulletproof plate that fits inside a backpack for their kids but I'm really happy they are available. It wasn't something I ever even considered when my kids were in school but with societal breakdown and school shootings nowadays, I'd have to protect my kids as best I could. Luckily, my 'kids' are both in their 30s now.

[@mwbgaming28]

Unfortunately for me, any type of armor that is capable of stopping a bullet is illegal under the Australian firearms act That's how you know a government is truly scared of a revolt

[@shadowmihaiu]

Wait... doesn't that prove your government considers citizens to be property? That being the case, is anyone trying to change that system and make it so the government is property of the citizens?

[@user-McGiver]

@@shadowmihaiu Au's ''freedom'' was ''given'' that means regulated

[@Brett235]

The government wants to have a monopoly on violence period. They want the citizens to be unarmed and unprotected if they decide that you are no longer needed.

[@user-McGiver]

@The Guns and glory Show never!.... what part of self-defence you don;t understand?.... it's self and not ''uni'' defence!... all i do is for me everybody gets what they deserve, and deserve what they work for as long as they can claim and hold..... i don't bellieve in fairytales!

[@janofb]

Vote those morons out and change it.

[@howardrayle1446]

The more times I listen to Massad, the more I like him. Always straightforward logical information.

[@tigercub1965]

Body armor saves lives, even if it’s in a car crash ❤

[@katieneubaum4284]

This man is such a treasure. I’m jealous of his grandkids

[@jimburnsjr.]

not only should they own body armor.. the absolute best armor made by mankind.. should be readily available and affordable to all people...this is the way of the men who once made the world a better place. Hope i get to catch your discussion live; thanks for your service to everyone as an example of honesty and genuine integrity.

[@robertschulke1596]

Do we have the right to life? (It's a really simple question.) If so, do we have the right to defend and protect our lives? (Another simple question.) If so, do we have the right to the means to defend our lives? (Again, quite a simple question.) If the answer to any of the above is "no", it is patently obvious that our own government has declared war on us.

[@devildante9]

I think you are confusing ethics with law, in any case ethics are always above law

[@achmyta0160]

There are no "rights". Only what is, and what happens. Only way to ensure being treated favorably, is a credible threat of violence against the legislative power structure if you will not be treated favorably. To issue credible threats of violence, plebs has to have understanding of this ( they don't, generally ), be able to organize ( they r-05n3c

[@Star9_6]

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[@devildante9]

@@Star9_6 Is that a cryptographic key?

[@Star9_6]

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[@black87FXR]

The dry fire practice and disassembly procedure while pointing the weapon at my carrier is brilliant! I will permanently practice that technique now.

[@michaelblaes9847]

Simple easy. Yet I never thought of it either. Brilliant.

[@leadcounsel4869]

It's a good idea but a box of sand is almost free and in the event of a round fired, won't ruin a $500 piece of equipment (that might be irreplaceable or take time to replace).

[@sapshooter]

Always a possibility of a richocet even off a vest though.

[@sicsempertyrannis4104]

I’d be willing to bet that this man’s training & instruction has saved more lives than body armor 😅👍

[@jeffreywilliams5093]

I like Massad's hair. It's so honest. 🙉

[@kathleenredick275]

Also his book from 'eons' ago "In the Gravest Extreme" and his newer update.

[@slosubies4845]

Mas has the best dry humor on the interwebs.

[@Nadaters]

if legal in your state, go for it. don't let people shame you for having something that may save your life one day

[@Siskiyous6]

And if it is illegal go buy some in a state where the Nazis are not in control yet!

[@TyrantExterminator1776]

NO HUMAN or SATANIC NAZI WANNABE POWER HAPPY CONTROL FREAK HUMAN GIVEN government JOB TITLED TERRORIST TYRANT CRIMINALS CAN TELL YOU OTHERWISE the ONLY TRUE LAWS on THIS PLANET are GOD'S LAWS, PERIOD. THESE LITTLE FAKE HUMAN WANNABE CONTROL LAWS DO NOT MEAN A F CKING THING, PERIOD. EVERY HUMAN MAY HAVE BODY ARMOR and GUNS, PERIOD. BUT, GREAT BRAIN DEAD SIMPLETON HUMAN GIVEN government JOB TITLED WORSHIPING ANUS SUCKING KOOL-AID LAPPING MENTALLY CASTRATED HUMAN CONTROLLED OWNED SHEEPLE SLAVE COWARD MORON COMMENT THOUGH.

[@Johnny-dp5mu]

Legal you got to be kidding... You come first right

[@Nadaters]

@@Johnny-dp5mu I'm not going to recommend people in New York break their laws. I'll recommend they move to a state that allows the purchase of body armor

[@Nadaters]

@@Johnny-dp5mu oh look, the first thing he says in the video

[@stendak]

Massad's videos always deliver more than expected!

[@jeffreywilliams5093]

I dig the hair, man !

[@jimdigriz3436]

In Florida, in summer, I’m in more danger of heat stroke than getting shot. In PA in winter, yeah, I’d wear a vest. But it’s totally defensive, like wearing a seat belt, so why should civilians NOT have them?

[@oblivionsa7973]

Because the government wants defenseless easy targets and body armor is a defense.

[@drenk7]

Very educational. I liked your survivor story. I had no idea body armor could help in a car crash. Automobile accidents are probably more common among officers of the law due to their work shifts conducted in patrol vehicles.

[@LuvBorderCollies]

Guess I must be getting old. I remember some of the early saves were car crashes. This was well before mandatory airbags. Those steering wheels were killers. They'd do a number on your pelvis and bladder also.

[@fight4ourright306]

Honestly its like asking people should you be legally allowed to own a life vest.

[@Uberragen21]

Bullet proof vest = a seatbelt Both are passive tools for the wearer's protection, nothing more. If the government wants to outlaw body armor, they should outlaw seatbelts. The logic is the same.

[@hoffpbass]

Every Convienence store worker should have some company issued.

[@Valorius]

Armed citizens should definitely own IIIA concealment armor.

[@weduhpeople8504]

Or any level including level IV!

[@Valorius]

@@weduhpeople8504 I said IIIA concealment specifically for a reason. Most (not all) people would be very poorly served by level IV armor, for a variety of reasons.

[@ax.f-1256]

​@@weduhpeople8504 do know you how heavy level IV is ? You would rather WANT to get shot then to wear it all day, every day in the summer... It's like carriying the whole body weight of your invisible twin brother with you the whole time. You will start to hate it after ~ 10 minutes wearing it. 😂

[@Valorius]

@@ax.f-1256 yep.

[@thedownwardmachine]

I always carry a backpack with a large IIIa panel. Only adds 1.5 lbs to give me 2/3rds vital coverage when fleeing. Won’t work against rifles, but for a robbery or messy gunfight, it gives me options, and it doesn’t make me hot. The backpack is also a good place to stash IFAK items.

[@Valorius]

I keep an 11x14 IIIA panel in all my go/get home bags.

[@daleselburg6349]

I bought one for my wife to put in her bag that she takes to work. She works at a college, so no guns to protect her. I told if someone starts shooting thow the bag over her shoulder and run like hell.

[@WardenWolf]

I don't normally carry it, but around the time there were lots of riots and people blocking roads and highways I had a full plate carrier, helmet, and rifle in my car. My concern was that I'd round a corner, find myself in a riot, or have people block the road and then be trapped by people in front and behind, and then they'd advance with molotovs or worse. I wanted to be able to quickly take a stand and stop that from happening. I was preparing for a worst-case "Oh shit" situation. The people blocking highways fortunately never did that, but they should have all been prosecuted for unlawful restraint (felonies) to prevent anyone from doing that ever again.

[@bobyeefu]

Glad to see I'm not the only one. I have to travel a lot for work and my backback includes the items you mention. The pack goes on every trip and stays with me at all times. I would recommend adding a tourniquet and external pouches for pepper spray and flashlight.

[@jacobstaten2366]

Even if you are anti-gun, you should be pro- body armor. If you are pro-gun you should definitely be pro- body armor. Even in a home defense situation, you won't likely have time to put any on, but it's still good to have. Fix the laws so that body armor becomes common use and you will be more likely to have casual wear versions. Some states treat it the same as a firearm (at least if used while committing a crime) and some stuff is prohibited in certain areas.

[@hoffpbass]

Good point. You'd think anti-gunners would be pro-body armor then, since they're obviously fearful.

[@BurntAce]

To play devil's advocate, the root of 2020's anti-gun fear could be bad actors, i.e. mass shooters.

[@ebolachanislove6072]

@@hoffpbass Anti gun nuts just want to weaken us. So of course they oppose any and all practical safety measures.

[@TheDuvalboy]

@@hoffpbass You'd also think they'd want schools more guarded, but instead they want all armed guards removed.

[@hoffpbass]

@@TheDuvalboy Yep.

[@wigon]

Excellent video as always. One thing I'd like to point out that while plate carriers with Level III or IV rifle-proof vests are all the rage, they are heavy and leave a lot of gaps in protection. I always recommend that average gun owners look for either a a concealable type soft body armor vest (Level IIIA) or a plate carrier that underneath the plate pocket, can take soft concealable type kevlar panels that will also cover much of their sides and a little bit of their shoulder and areas above the plate. I use a VISM plate carrier vest (VISM Plate Carrier Vest w/External Hard Plate Pockets CVPCVEP2984U ) which allows for soft kevlar full size vest panels to be inserted into it. The other nice thing about that vest is that it has a drag handle on the back of it. In a home defense emergency this can be used as a make-shift ballistic shield if you don't have time to throw it on. I practice grabbing it with one hand and my home defense pistol (M&P 5.7mm) with the other hand so as to use it in such a manner. But as I have interior bedroom door locks, chances are that I'll have time to throw on the vest as my dog will be going berserk giving me early warning. Finally the last thing about rifle plates is that they are HEAVY. So far children, small framed individuals, or elderly individuals, they may simply be too heavy to throw on easily. As such a soft-kevlar vest makes a lot more sense. That and a tourniquet staged somewhere on the vest (and a magazine pouch if it has molle) is all most people need. Just make sure that the vest is sized right for your body.

[@Valorius]

I agree with this 100%. For an average citizen wrap around IIIA concelment armor is much more useful than plate armor.

[@bleu_chzst924]

Definitely agree. People definitely dont understand just how heavy rifle rated plates are. Soft body armor is far more logical for all body types.

[@rudder727]

Ceramic plates are very light in comparison to steel.. Of course you have to replace them every 5 years.

[@PHIllip324]

@@rudder727 Not necessarily. Flak vests from Vietnam were tested in 2005 and found to be perfectly ballistically viable (if I can find a link, I will). There's also the matter of storage and how heavily you use it.

[@wigon]

@@rudder727 I would not call ceramic plates "very light". I wore in the ARmy (90's/early 2000's) the old PASGT flak vest and own one as a civilian. It is big and bulky but still nowhere near as heavy as my ceramic Level III plates unless you are using pure UHMWPE plates with no ceramics. Also, the only rifle plates with a 5 year shelf life are the ones that use a UHMWPE backing. Bare in mind that this 5 year rating is under field conditions. If stored in a temperature controlled home, it will likely last for decades. But they're cheap enough to replace after 10 years. Myself my Level III plates are ceramic +UHMWPE backing layers. They are amongst the lightest plates out there. However they still make my back heart and have me physically drained after wearing them for an hour because I'm out of shape ex-Army turd who hit the bottle harder than the gym. For me and the majority of middle aged and older 'murikans, soft body armor is where it's at. For those who can still rock a full plate carrier with Level IV SAPI plates, a full combat load of ammo and an IFAK +Comms and munchies, God Bless You. But yeah, most of us can't. When it comes to home defense, yes I know some thugs use AR's and AK's in home invasions. But it's SUPER RARE. Most just use pistols. If they got a long gun entering my home, I own a S&W M&P 5.7 pistol with a 22+1 ammo capacity . As such my game plan is "SUPPRESSIVE FIRE" and "Accuracy by Volune". The AR-15 is not the only compact, high-velocity, low recoil firearm in town. I adore that pistol. It replaced by beloved CZ P-07 because I can simply rapid fire more accurately with a M&P 5.7mm pistol and it has less recoil, a great trigger, and more ammo capacity.

[@Tokeamani]

I remember reading an article in Guns magazine back in the day about how the armor saved you in that crash. Always remembered that.

[@jamesfischer4813]

Never thought about using my armor as a dry fire backstop. Excellent information as always. Thank you!

[@leadcounsel4869]

It's a good idea but a box of sand is almost free and in the event of a round fired, won't ruin a $500 piece of equipment (that might be irreplaceable or take time to replace).

[@ChuckTruitt]

In what remains of "The Land of the Free" and for what I fought for as a Marine, I say we are free to have our very own body armor... guns too! -Gunny T sends

[@BBEEAATTNNGGUU]

There's nothing left of that country. I know, I've been looking for the country my Grandaddy told me about my whole life.

[@jeffreyyoung4104]

@@BBEEAATTNNGGUU It's still here, it all depends on what the people are willing to give over to their lords and masters. The places where people do not bend over and lick their masters boots, or hand over their freedoms...

[@BBEEAATTNNGGUU]

@@jeffreyyoung4104 Where is that? Not being a jerk; I've been searching for a home for my family. I live in New Mexico. I'm from Indiana, and my Bride is from Texas. The way Californians have mass migrated along with illegals to Texas put us off from moving there. I don't know where to go. I'm sick of fighting activist teachers. I don't vote for this disgusting agenda, and I don't want my family anywhere near these sick people. It's insane here.

[@usmcvet0313]

Semper Fidelis

[@darrinrentruc6614]

I believe that the only war fought for the land of the free was the revolutionary war [Americas real greatest generation]. Most all other wars were more about money and control.

[@RadarRandom]

This man is a national treasure ❤

[@robertchute1984]

It should be noted that most hospitals are in the city. So if you needed to bring someone to the hospital during a time of civil unrest body armor would be advisable. Thats why I bought mine.

[@freemandiaz5123]

You are a hero for turning your wheel at the time of impact. You saved our life. At your own cost.

[@jaye4111]

I own 4, and wear my hyperline vest when at indoor ranges. Glad they finally came out with a carrier that's pretty discreet, can actually wear it underneath a tee shirt. For outdoor ranges, I usually wear a 3A vest, with plates. Better safe than sorry.

[@Brett235]

Is there any type of body armor that has side protection? It seems like the sides are vulnerable in a shooting, accidental or otherwise.

[@jaye4111]

@@Brett235 Most tactical vests have attachments for side panels.. Concealable vests, not so much.

[@boscoalbertbaracus1362]

@@jaye4111 safe life has panels all the way up to rifle for sides. Decent deal. I'm gonna pick a pair up one of these days.

[@donaldschmitt4677]

Ive been reading this mans stuff for 40 years! Truth!!!

[@LocalMachine]

Massad Ayoob 2024

[@WilliamSirman]

"Wheelbarrow full!" I have been following Massad since High School! God bless him!

[@raihanwidodo1042]

Body armor is a true non-offensive self-defense item, making it illegal to own is a crime

[@ronaldhowdeshell8628]

I have said it before, I will say it again, Mas is the dispenser of great advice and should be listened to for ways to stay safe.

[@HuskyRuski]

I'm a pizza delivery man and lemme tell you, some people just dont understand how to be civil and nonviolent

[@GeorgeSemel]

Something I never understood, getting bent out of shape or going to prison over a pizza. Some people I guess!

[@bunberrier]

Pro Tip #1: If the government doesnt want you to have it, you should probably have it. Pro Tip #2: Wearing Ar550 with added side plates while you work around the house is a great way to tone up while you attend to the mundane aspects of living.

[@lyfandeth]

Glad you survived the crash. I often put on a seatbelt even when the driver doesn't, and to make sure that's not taken as a personal criticism I just say "Nothing personal, I just crawled out of what used to be a petfectly good car because of one."

[@ialexander032275]

Seatbelt also saved my life. I'm hoping by now, everyone wears one at all times.

[@Magneticlaw]

As soon as my escrow closes, I'm getting a kevlar shirt, pants, backpack, and insert for the backpack for going on road trips. Good video. 👍

[@johnelliott7375]

Hell yeah ,it is a free country! You are the last person that I thought would ask a question like this. I now have to see what you are going to say for a answer now. God bless freedom and I will say it again we should be allowed to own what they have regardless and untaxed, unregistered, and the whole 9 yards.

[@Siskiyous6]

Allowed? This is a country based on Freedom, screw allowed!

[@arlissyoung8899]

You got that right, "WAS based" the freedom part. It's only a deception for the shepole at this point. Very soon people are going to see face to face what they have in store for the masses. It's not going to go well at all and there's nothing to stop them.

[@Kelly-oq9nh]

You always make sense Mr Ayoob. Thanks for sharing your wisdom with us.

[@JAM76ER]

This man is a gift to society.

[@chevyvet69]

The answer to this question is yes without a doubt. The only way I would give mine up is if law enforcement gives up theirs and their guns and we all know the answer to that.

[@LeviathantheMighty]

All the criminals would have to give up theirs as well. That's even less likely than the cops doing so.

[@texasviking1]

@@LeviathantheMighty many criminals just happen to be cops.

[@LeviathantheMighty]

@@texasviking1 I know. And a criminal cop is even worse than a regular criminal. Cops are basically made men. They're basically above the law.

[@ThingsthatgoBang-j5w]

12:40 - "In case some vicious dirt bag ..." Yup, we love Massad because he keeps it real!

[@kjoyner1]

Massad, I love watching your videos. You shoot straight when you talk about guns and gun safety. Thanks keep them coming.

[@JoeJack-nx1mn]

Man....I could listen to Massad talk about his recent trip to the DMV. He's such a great speaker.

[@762x69]

12:03 I wasn't ready for this call out 😂😂😂

[@danielbeck9191]

Great video, and great advice!!! Thank you for sharing your own experience--that must have been frightening to have the CNS effects to deal with. Having a "practice backstop" is also an excellent idea for dry practice or clearing malfunctions, and those are less expensive than a full vest. I always learn something useful and interesting from your videos--Thanks again!!!

[@leadcounsel4869]

It's a good idea but a box of sand is almost free and in the event of a round fired, won't ruin a $500 piece of equipment (that might be irreplaceable or take time to replace).

[@jdshear01]

Love Mas's commentary and common sense to literally everything. Would be cool to hear an audio book voiced by Mas! Haven't given too many thoughts for having body armor but this makes sense...maybe enough sense to convince the wife! Probably not, but it's a step in the right direction.

[@Fraapindy]

I love Massad’s interpretation of how the 16 year old spoke. 😂

[@writerinfact1768]

I had not considered this sufficiently. Thank you.

[@vg247]

Spot on as always , everything you said, thanks Massad and Wilson team!

[@billienomates1606]

Wise words as always.

[@harjaz_kraftur]

That ever the government has the citizens should have!

[@jimmyfrazier3761]

Yes I have a plate carrier with steel and I also have soft armor I live in the hood where gun fire is the norm on a daily basis!!!

[@The-LongRoad-Home]

Always concise and absolutely on target

[@Blackhall_Manor]

This might be covered later in the video, but there is another choice between steel and ceramic. UHWMPE or Ultra High Weight Molecular Polyethylene. Lighter in weight and rifle rated. I keep the Shot Stop GT2 rated for multiple hits from green tip 5.56. 3.5 lbs per plate. 15 year lifespan. If you have the coin I highly recommend.

[@Valorius]

Body armor does not expire. They put the date on there so they can sell you more, and limit their liability past a certain date.

[@Blackhall_Manor]

@@Valorius It the liability aspect that caused me to use Shot Stops numbers. I'm not getting sued cause some guy on the internet said I told him 20 y/o body armor is good.

[@Valorius]

@@Blackhall_Manor Well if you are selling it then by all means do what won't get you sued!

[@gravijta936]

Those ones float in water too, don't they? Obviously swimming with body armor on isn't ideal, but I'd take the stuff that floats over steel or ceramic plates dragging me down if it ever came to it. You'd probably have a lot of other heavy gear on you too, so maybe it doesn't make much of a difference, but it's something worth thinking about.

[@Valorius]

@@gravijta936 yep PE floats.

[@dadadadave100]

Thank you sir for all your wisdom

[@seresamgala8125]

We're ever thankful, firstly that your vest saved you, for all of the invaluable experience shares, thoughts and advice you bring to us; forever thankful Sir!

[@bernardhayes4459]

OMG what a good video, I can see Mass doing a follow up video on this subject in a year!

[@mattm757]

Thanks, Massad! Always pertinent, sensible content!!!

[@ClarenceCochran-ne7du]

I agree 100% whole heartedly, and I live in the sticks (less than 300 in our wee town).

[@ericbertoch673]

Thanks from the great state of Wyoming! I do own body armor, but don’t wear it often. However, I travel a lot so it’s always in truck with me and worn if I travel through a sketchy area. Keep the great content coming. If you’re still holding classes Mas, I would love to see a video overview of your classes and where and when we can attend. Would love the opportunity to take a class from you!

[@jpchiesa]

It is a life changing experience. I cannot recommend it enough.

[@thomaspennfenn6649]

Will buy ! Thank You ! And as always a GREAT INFORMATION SHOW you put out to the citizens.👍 🇺🇸

[@BBQDad463]

Thank you for this video. Thank you also for sharing your life-or-death experience with us. It is abundantly clear to me that I need to buy some body armor. (I never would have considered the car-crash possibilities.)

[@billjenkins687]

Valuable information. I turned in my issued vest when I retired from the job. I want to find a level IV at the right price.

[@jason4147]

Great information. Never thought about Kevlar being used in the most dangerous part of our daily lives. I’ll have to do some browsing to find what would be a daily vest

[@shawngilliland243]

Superb and eminently well-reasoned presentation! I always find Mr. Ayoob's advice to be "as good as gold"; this video on body armor is no exception.

[@AllAhabNoMoby]

I have a friend who wore body armor when he crashed a motorbike into a lamppost. (yes he is a shit driver) It saved his life.

[@lonewanderer3456]

Mas goes off on a tangent, and I listen along mesmerized, LOL. Always informative and entertaining.

[@PPISAFETY]

I wore soft body armor almost every day when I was in law enforcement. When I retired I was given my vest to take home. Don't let anyone kid you, a vest on a warm day is miserably uncomfortable. After 8 hours in one, you'll need to wring out your tee shirt, and you will be worn out. But I keep mine hanging in the corner for those times when there is civil unrest or other heightened security threat. If I have one of those situations, I'll put mine back on for another level of protection, such as a home intrusion. Don't be fooled, the stuff isn't perfect, so have a realistic view of what it can do for you. I've known a number of cops who have taken a hit while wearing body armor, and have visited the plant where Kevlar was made and tested. Make no mistake, being hit in your vest is not pleasant and can produce significant soft tissue back face trauma. Don't get the idea that bullets just bounce off and that you can afford to be careless. Mas, do you (or anyone else) remember the name of that tough female Border Patrol officer who took rounds in her vest at a traffic stop where the bad guys shot at her from their truck on the southern border, she got up, gave chase, and finished the encounter? I think she used a Beretta 96D, which would place the event probably in between 1995-2006? Thanks.

[@grantcronje9487]

Never gave it a thought to use as safe direction inside the home , thanks for the info it's much appreciated

[@gustavesoucy-breton6841]

i used to own body armor, it was a very paranoiac part of my life (canada being canada, i cant carry stuff to defend myself so this was the closest i could get to personal protection) i believe it made me feel generally safer.

[@anthonyboatright6960]

Sir its not Paranoia if Someone really is out to get ya(think politicians that wont let ya have to means to defend yourself or your Family. Good Day. 12:50

[@doejohn8674]

It's not because you are paranoid, that no one is after you.

[@shawnbryant60]

Thanks mas! For all you have ever done for us! A ucldn member.

[@brianwinters5434]

In New jersey in several urban area a pharmacist is far more likely to be shot than a law enforcement officer.

[@dj4514]

I agree with you completely. I have body armor beside the bed also. It's a full kit. it has AR mags and 9 mm mags in it. A knife on it and a first aid kit in it. It also has a tourniquet on the front as well as in the first aid kit.

[@Mikehood96]

Just like the old saying goes. I would rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it

[@demonfighter6]

"I didn't get a cool story out of it but I'm alive so that's good enough for me." Agreed!

[@hamletthaus3046]

I always hear the term ‘is it legal’? My response always ‘is it moral’? Laws don’t reflect morality.

[@kerryhoover6600]

Thank you for opening my eyes! I was a medic for 14 years and when I think back about some of the calls, I just wonder how some would of turned out if the person had been wearing a vest. Thanks

[@8551-w5v]

Mr. Ayoob. First let me say that I've followed you since the late 70s to now. Totally agree on the wearing of plate carriers by the civilian population however they're easily defeated. Yes they'll prevent the vital organs from being damaged but they don't protect other areas that can be just as vital. Eg; upper chest/neck, head, waist and hip area and thighs and lower extremities as well as upper extremities. Thanks Mr. Ayoob for all your doing help keep Americans free and safe.

[@janofb]

The better question is should a government be allowed to ban citizens from owning it.

[@jamisonbernhardt3310]

Something worth listening to. I like this channel a lot.

[@starghost09]

I think it's important to note for CCWs that body armor will be a speed bump during trial, without a doubt the prosecutor will bring it up in a not so pretty light. May save your life, but a juicy target for the lay jury who may buy in to the prosecutors well crafted framing of the argument. A legal tip (not legal advice of course) video for this would be a good follow up.

[@davidkneitel1840]

Yep, the average American doesn’t think a bit about personal protection past locking theirs doors or clicking their car alarm. When they hear about a violent crime, they might feel bad, but glance over the nuances of personal responsibility to protect oneself. The common citizen doesn’t view content such as this. Only those that are taking responsibility for their own safety and the ability to fight off an attack believe we have the right to defend ourselves and other innocent individuals as we see fit and are capable of use of any equipment necessary.

[@Valorius]

Judged by 12 > carried by 6

[@454FatJack]

TaKe West off Asap after incident😂, no i do not remember

[@colonelcalabash1]

First of all, thanks for sharing your knowledge of guns and safety. Thanks also for the work you do to keep our 2nd Amendment rights. We need more people, male or female, like you.

[@patrickcleveland]

Any law banning body armor is unconditional. Protected under 2A.

[@stephenwalton9646]

In Florida and other costal areas consider a Kevlar vest as a last ditch piece of protection if you find yourself or family members having to hunker down in a bathtub or other part of the house to survive a hurricane. Used vests in good condition are relatively cheap as are new ones. Bad winds and the kid in a vest and hockey helmet goes into the tub, the wife on the downwind side in similar attire.

[@anthonylipitt2993]

💯 % why would a law abiding citizen not be allowed to use body armor. But of course tyrants would want to stripe Americans of their right to own protection.

[@jimihendrix4376]

Glad your still with us.

[@mrs3097]

Fiberglass welding blanket, fiberglass resin, cut blanket into layers, Apply resin, wait 3-5 days for the smell to disappear. 10 layers can reliably stop a 45 with very little back face deformation. Search up 30 dollar body armor for more information. Spoiler it is not 30 dollars anymore.

[@Sh311Sh0ck3d]

Does it stop the bullet going into the head?

[@bradleytannehill9585]

Sweet 😎

[@baller15g]

@@Sh311Sh0ck3d tf ?

[@Sh311Sh0ck3d]

@@baller15g lol what? If it doesn't stop you getting shot in the head there really isn't much point. If someone is going to kill you with a firearm on purpose they are likely to take a headshot, once they hit you in the chest. Don't you know this? Haven't you seen anyone murdered?

[@Sh311Sh0ck3d]

@@baller15g the last time the British police shot someone dead they shot him 5 times in the head. Innocent man as well.

[@beauferguson9535]

Yet another reason New York has seen the greatest exodus in the history of the state!

[@joekrichten9208]

In no other country does a Massad Ayoob rise to his natural God given talent. There are millions of Ayoob's in the country who specialize in all walks of life who came from nothing but were driven by a passion allowed to happen because of the natural rights given to us by Men 250 years ago. May we protect these gifts with all we have because all we have are a result of these gifts.

[@hunterbidenscrackdealer3753]

Massad wearing a suit with shoulder pads from 1992…. Total OG And did he say if the walking dead scenario ever comes true! Lol. If the zombie apocalypse ever happens F having body armor. I don’t want to be around to have to deal with it!

[@davidnikulka1437]

We here in Canada are not allowed to defend or protect our selves .

[@454FatJack]

🇬🇧no suprice

[@raybo34]

I have a IIIA panel in my sling bag that I carry daily to work. It can easily be swung to the front for some protection or worn to the front for more complete protection. Not the same as wearing body armor but better than nothing. I will be using it for my safe direction from now on. Thanks for the tip.

[@johnanthony9548]

Everything that Mr. Ayoob says is pure gold thanks for the video sir

[@wizardofahhhs759]

I gorilla tape thick phone books to my back and front every time I go out, it's cheaper than body armor and has multiple uses like if I need to wipe my butt or someone needs an address or phone number.

[@stevek6921]

Aren't you worried about attracting gorillas?

[@wizardofahhhs759]

@@stevek6921 Yeah but my phone books will protect me.😄

[@dlilgib]

I worked for a small P.D. in the High Desert in California in my early twenties. In the 80's, vests were still concealed but no longer just a front and back pad but more coverage like your exterior vest. And they were hot 🔥. But I wouldn't even think of going out on patrol with out it.

[@BackwardTravisty]

The real question is, do you actually train with it? If you can't get over a wall or fence slick, what makes you think you can maneuver around tactically with several more pounds of additional weight for an unspecified period time in a situation you can't necessarily control? Fully kitted out for the Tactical Games, I have almost 30+ pounds worth of gear on (15lb of armor + carrier, mags for rifle/pistol + ammo, rifle w/lvpo + sling, pistol + battle belt, eyes/ears, knee pads, etc. However, I'm very intentionally training 5 times a week with that weight and more to then be able to carry sandbags (50-150 pounds), single/double farmer's carry (110-220 pounds), overhead carry (110 pounds, push/pull weighted speed sleds, run/climb in full kit, and all while maintaining weapons safety and accuracy for a 2 day regional event. If you dont get your body used to carry additional weight WHILE under stress and under a load, you're just making it easy for someone like me to strip your body and take what's mine. Thanks in advance.

[@Johnny-dp5mu]

Not yours!!! So are you a good guy or not

[@Valorius]

Pro tip: PE IIIA Armor including carrier weighs about 4lbs.

[@BackwardTravisty]

​@Valorius OK, can you function in full kit or not?

[@BackwardTravisty]

​@Johnny-dp5mu Define good and bad vs survival and dead.

[@Valorius]

Why are you doing that to yourself? Seriously.... you are putting enormous strain on your joints and you are not even getting paid for it.