Catalyst Surplus

"No, body armor does not have a fixed expiration date in terms of material degradation." Used Protech FAV vests donated to Ukraine by the Vermont State Police in 2022 This article covers used armor in the context of properly manufactured and quality controlled armor, generally from reputable American manufacturers, compliant with strict government contract regulations. Body armor doesn't simply expire from age alone, but like any physical product, its ballistic materials can sustain excessive...

This article will cover the technical aspects of choosing your ideal plates and vest. SIZING When choosing a vest and plates, one of the first considerations should be verifying your ideal sizing. Although sizing is fairly universal, there may be some variation between brands. It is recommended to first figure out what size plates you should wear, and purchase a vest that matches that size. Plates must be a certain size to provide ideal protection of your vitals, while vests tend to be fairly...