What It's Like Getting Shot While Wearing Body Armor - Spartan Armor Systems Body Armor 101

[@vexrich]

I respect a company greatly that not only educates on their products but goes the extra mile and discusses proper training techniques and troubleshooting.

[@SpartanArmorSystems]

Thank you!

[@30ART5]

These videos are so clear and concise. I am tempted to build a Spartan Armor kit to compliment or beat my AR500 setup now.

[@SpartanArmorSystems]

Go ahead and treat yourself LoL! Feel free to reach out to us with any product questions you might have.

[@Ertactical]

DO IT! I love mine

[@tonydean4381]

Do it. I bought the level 4 ceramics.

[@dejuanballard3367]

This topic is not talked about nearly enough, good shit bro!

[@SpartanArmorSystems]

Thanks, glad it was helpful.

[@IceAge20017]

Even if there is extreme deformation and you crack a rib, the armor still did it's job saving your life. That's what matters.

[@Nate_the_Nobody]

Trauma pads inserts under the armor pad/plate is basically a no brainier with how cheap trauma inserts are and how effective they are at further dispersing the impact energy.

[@reallife3338]

What a amazing company. I don't think even though I'm sure they're getting flooded right now they got my order packed and shipped WAY faster than I thought they were going to, not to mention every day they email you something just to let you know they haven't forgotten about you outstanding I will continue to be a lifelong customer

[@SpartanArmorSystems]

We appreciate your business!

[@reallife3338]

@@SpartanArmorSystems "Spartan armor protect what's yours, for everything else call 911" that one's free got a note book of about 1,000 t-shirts you guys could make...

[@reallife3338]

I mean I know I'm just a KZbin comment at this point but. Seeing how you guys are in Arizona neighbor to Nevada and your emblem looks a lot like the emblem of our hockey team, have you guys ever thought about doing some sort of collaboration with Las Vegas metropolitan Police department and the golden knights for a fundraiser for body armor for LVMPD with I find razor for the victims of the mass shooting in there ? And maybe supplying body armor to the police department? Different hockey positions is different armor levels, and some sort of plate carrier with a themed camouflage that's still relevant as camouflage like the United States Marine corps did with their camouflage just put a Golden knights emblem somewhere small on there

[@reallife3338]

And although I realize the fundraiser like that could be "distasteful"for a company such as yours I failed to see the difference of how a politician would use every gun related crime is a means to strip individuals of the right to defend themselves, six of one half dozen of the other

[@iiii4024]

I’m so excited for my chest plates & carrier to come in the mail ~ I bought ya’ll swimmer cut for my first kit

[@SpartanArmorSystems]

We appreciate your support! Thank you for being a valued customer!

[@chupacabra304]

Just bought the ghost concealment shirt with 3-a panels for Black Friday , awesome deal proud of my purchase

[@chupacabra304]

Wearing to work today 😎 feels comfortable & lightweight, can’t tell i’m wearing it under my loose Moeguns hoodie 👍🏽 5*’s

[@Zaque-TV]

That info about polarization is so important and i never thought of that. Your optic will be black if its turned

[@Ertactical]

Glad you liked the video I hosted! thank you for the positive feed back.

[@PinstripeJim]

Great video. I'm glad I chose Spartan for my two sets of armor. I wish television and movies would use realistic plate carriers and armor. I watch shows (I know, I really shouldn't) like NCIS and Seal Team and it looks like they are just wearing new empty plate carriers. I bet they are not drinking water either! LOL!

[@SpartanArmorSystems]

Totally agree! We appreciate your business.

[@Batko10]

An honest video that admits body armor doesn't make you an invincible super hero and that you WILL feel severe pain if shot while wearing it.

[@SpartanArmorSystems]

Thank you for your feedback.

[@DMF716]

A long time ago, (8 years, now!) I witnessed a video of iraqivet8888, using an M1 Garand and 3006AP ammo, at 45 ft, against a Spartan armor, level III steel plate. After testing the plate with the threats it was supposed to stop, he decided to step up the game, to defeat the armor. It took all 7, AP 3006 rounds, with the 8th, finally defeating the plate. All 8, rounds were shot in the same area, also. That convinced me, over the "other guys inferior, hit or miss plates!" So, I told my step son about them and we both bought a set separately, 8 years ago. I also backed up the level III Spartan plate with shock pads behind the plate. Since then, I have purchased ceramic plates from other good vendors. Both level III and III+. HOPEFULLY, I will never need any of them. My current kit includes level IIIA soft armor to fit my carrier. Front and sides, rear and sides and inside the cummerbund, with side plate pockets. I think the 3A soft armor will help absorb the shock also, with the trauma pad between the 2. What I find interesting, is the groin soft armor will tuck away up between the velcro flap, creating an extra wall of soft armor behind the front plate. That's just my observation with my vest. It's a close copy of the military KDH VEST USED BY THE US ARMY. In this case its the Condor, EXO, large carrier. The accessories from KDH, fit like it was made for it. Daps, groin, butt protector, and neck protector. Liked it so much, I picked up a 2nd EXO carrier several years ago. Thanks for all the great information. Also, I read ALL THE QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS. I LEARNED A LOT.

[@SpartanArmorSystems]

Hello, thank you for being a valued customer! We appreciate your support.

[@theredneckbuddha2763]

How well do your Trauma Pads disperse energy from the UHMWPE's backface deformation? I'd love to see a test video

[@SpartanArmorSystems]

We'll do a new video in the not too distant future. Here's an old one where our trauma pads were tested by Military Arms Channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3ucYmOIZbh8qdk

[@theredneckbuddha2763]

@@SpartanArmorSystems Very helpful, thank you!

[@dieselt7808]

I’m just curious, are all spartan Plate carriers USA made or is it just the Leonidas carrier.

[@SpartanArmorSystems]

Hi Diesel T at this time all of our Plate Carriers are designed in the USA but only the Leonidas PC is manufactured in the USA. All of our body armor is Made in the USA. Hope this answers your question.

[@Riccardo_V_Florio]

Can you say me the name of the stock used on the heckler & koch

[@thealize808]

Do you recommend trauma pads with the Ares?

[@SpartanArmorSystems]

Trauma pads are a great add on for the Ares and will reduce Blunt Force Trauma from any round the plate takes.

[@joseRodriguez-pk9ld]

Is Steel better because you don't feel alot of the energy when stoping the bullet ?

[@SpartanArmorSystems]

Yes, steel does a better job of preventing blunt force trauma compared to ceramic body armor. However, the trade off is that you need to make sure you have spall mitigation to prevent secondary injuries i.e. full coat plates and/or spall containment sleeve. We sell both steel and ceramic body armor, it's important to be aware of the tradeoffs of each type of armor.

[@Talishar]

@@SpartanArmorSystems I'd also add that the spall liners also double as a way to fill out the plate carrier along with the spall sleeve. Steel plates are a lot thinner than ceramic plates and you don't want a plate that's swimming in the pocket.

[@zachbartlett2829]

@@SpartanArmorSystems a company that sells steel armor and recognizes the dangers and downsides of steel. Gives me confidence that your spall coatings and spall sleeves arent just snake oil, unlike most companies

[@fozzynw9175]

Feeriling very little of that energy? Uh yeah no comprehend. You spent a total of 1 second on a massive important point. The heavy steel armor is better of an outcome? Please give feedback. If this is the case I am getting rid of my lightweight crap

[@SpartanArmorSystems]

Steel armor is more rigid so the energy is spread across a larger surface. Ceramic and UHMWPE armor has much more flex at the point of impact allowing a more focused point where the energy passes through he plate and into the person wearing it. Bottom line is that you'll see more blunt force trauma with lightweight ceramic and polyethylene plates than steel plates. We sell steel, ceramic and polyethylene plates so please don't take this as a sales pitch for steel plates, just information to help you make a decision. You can get trauma pads in order to reduce the potential for blunt force trauma if you are happy with your current plates: www.spartanarmorsystems.com/add-ons-tactical-gear/trauma-pads/

[@KoishiVibin]

The real gamer does a GIGN and simply has someone else put rounds into the plate with a .357.

[@nate4036]

Getting hit with steel plates from 7.62/39…… sucks. I wonder how much your trauma pads would help?

[@SpartanArmorSystems]

Hi Nate, Here is a link for you so you cam check out the trauma pads: www.spartanarmorsystems.com/blunt-force-trauma

[@isaacholland6587]

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[@Azntrutek2012]

These armor plates are so tiny. They aren’t large enough to covers your lower abdomen where your kidneys and entire digestive system are. You pretty much game over if a round hit in any area on your lower abdomen during a gun fight. Lol

[@SpartanArmorSystems]

These carriers and plates are designed to protect vital organs such as your heart and lungs. You can purchase, from other companies, carrier extenders that will protect your kidneys and digestive system

[@iiii4024]

I’m so excited for my chest plates & carrier to come in the mail ~ I bought ya’ll swimmer cut for my first kit

[@SpartanArmorSystems]

Thank you, we appreciate your business.