Steel plates certainly have their detractors, and their critiques are not unwarranted, but it should go without saying that it is better than nothing. 👍
Just a few years ago anyone talking about buying body armor was looked at as playing army, and not taken as seriously as they should have been, now that things have really headed South in a lot of areas, even the naysayers are looking at it entirely differently. The older I get, the more it hits home that I would rather not be a sieve if I can prevent it, with the majority of my life behind me, I want to be able to enjoy what I have left, and if I never need body armor, I prefer to have it just for the peace of mind. Again, another good, eye opening video.
Yet another quality video sir. Staying consistent with the straightforward info without a bunch of fluff. Glad to see your channel growing steadily so well. Keep up the good work! Also, I'm here to toss my name in the hat for the drawing! Cheers!
Man you are awesome I hope people really appreciate your giveaways great video on something so important wish they weren’t so expensive but it is an essential item thanks again
I'll add one more advice. if you have not been training with body armor or with any kind of weight on your back that body armor is only good for home defense because once you have to start hiking with that weight on you and you going to end up dumping your gear or crapping out for good
And 2020 youtube MVC (most valuable content creator) goes too...former hand model aka the Wolf in Progress! 😆 When are the wolf pack patches coming out!?
1st get out of the line of fire, take cover. My first carrier is the Veritas w RMA level IV ceramic 1155 10x12 single curve plates, Eestac 7.62 x 51 rifle mags for my Scar 17 mags, triple pistol mags holders. Bought another set of level IV ceramic swimmer cut plates and just ordered a Crye Precision JPC carrier. Why another? Quick answer is Biden. I do have 6x8 level IV ceramic side plates but leave them off for mobility unless I know I’m going into an all out shtf situation.Don’t forget an Afaik kit, tourniquets at minimum.
Good point about buying steel plates first, however I chose the ceramic plates specifically because of the metal splatter and possible ricochet possibly injuring extremities. Very informative post.
I work in environments that don’t always allow concealed carry. Good body armor along with a solid knife is often the only options. Been loving your videos.
Great video and information, was not sure what to get in armor either so many choices. Good and bad. Interested to hear more about your best choices for you and the wife and what you may/may not pack in them
Good info on the body armor. I went with plate, too. They may have some disadvantages, as you noted, but their multi-strike capabilities far outweighs them for my circumstances.
Mindset ...Without it none of the rest matters- Knowledge is the ultimate weapon. Every piece of kit is a bonus. Hypothermia will kill you fast even in the 50’s . 👍🇺🇸
I've got a plate carrier close to the bed, and one in the car. Got the wifey a Freeman carrier last year just in case. For steel plates, I got a pouch from Tactical Scorpion that is a Kevlar front and trauma pad back, hopefully that'll mitigate spalling.spelling. it'd be better to not be shot though ;)
Check out RTS tactical, I bought two sets of body armor from AR 500 during their Christmas season special last year, the lead time was ridiculous, I ended up canceling my second order after waiting more than two months. I received my second set from RTS in about 2 weeks and at a comparable price!
I believe there are much better body armor out there if you look at mr.Gunsngear on TH-cam he does plenty of testing on body armor $100 sometimes under $100 for level 4 plates
Body armor is very important. I hear a lot of people talk about it in a bug out situation...how many have carried the plates with a pack on. Its important but so is training. Sweet giveaway. You definitely shot up extremely fast congrats
We just got ours in the mail...4 months later. It’s well worth it. I purchased spartan body armor. Chose steel over ceramic for the same reasons you indicated. Stay safe.
Great video, I picked up a set of tactical scorpion gear level 3 plates with a condor sentry carrier, and condor triple mag pouch. Only cost me around $175 but I’m very glad I have it. Just hope I never need to use it 🤞🏼
Hey wolf have you looked into rma armors they offer NIJ certified level IV ceramics for 135 a plate which is about the same price as ar500 plates ish depending on sales and around 1 month lead time
Not sure if anyone has provided this, but here's a link to the level 3+ bundle that I just purchased: tacticon.com/product/body-armor-plate-carrier/ Link to video as well: th-cam.com/video/OpshIVIBGl0/w-d-xo.html
Great info! Steel is a commodity that is mostly imported from East Asia and as the supply chain continues to break down these steel plates will only be harder to get. I can't afford but if can it's now or never if you want them.
With as crazy as stuff has been lately, getting a buy one get one free plate is probably unlikely any time soon. I'll keep my eyes peeled though. Nice vid.
Discussion of body armor is incomplete without including UHMWPE plates. They are effective, very light, and sustain multiple hits. The only real downsides are cost and thickness of the plates.
Are you kidding me on this giveaway! Bro I need to win oh man oh man! I need this gear and would pay for the shipping if you don't want to cover the cost! JERB'S FOR THE WIN! this is my favorite video to date from you buds totally dig this channel buds! Question Would that plate stop a 10 gauge slug? Oh boy I seriously need this gear! Cheers Mr.Wolf for an absolute awesome giveaway bro so stoked that I'm in the pack! JERB'S FOR THE WIN!!! A Canadian needs a win!
Good video. Thank for the info! I need to start looking at getting body armor. Just curious, have you run across plate carriers and plates for younger humans?
I absolutely think body armor is an important item to have. I think its important to know your purpose and potential threats before deciding what armor is right for you though. Most shooting incidents are from handguns which a 3a set of concealable armor would arguably serve you the best. If you're expecting trouble lvl4 ceramic or ceramic/poly is well worth the extra investment. Steel is good for shelf life like you said and fairly inexpensive for a 3/"3+" rating. Just keep in mind small and fast 55gr will still zip right through even "3+" even though it'll stop green tip. My recommendation is get some kind of body armor, work on cardio so you can use it, but also get a chest rig....sometimes the best armor is being able to haul @$$. Intel and mission drive the gear, know them and you'll have a decent idea of what you need to get and do.
Great video ,well done best. Wishes
Loved the info. Wanting a different carrier.
Good information. Thanks for sharing. Keep up all the good work.
Thanks I have been looking
I'm looking at armor. Great information. Thank you.
Man, SOLID advice! I’m convinced to grab the upgraded, bells and whistles version for the wife and I. And, that pre-staging is on POINT, dog! 👊🇺🇸
Subbed! Great information! Always looking for new content from multiple perspectives!
Great video
Another great and informative video. Thanks.
Awesome advice and gear!
Just picked up a kel Tec sub 2000
pretty educational, thank you
Another nice vid! I'm waiting for my level III armor for my Vertex EDC bag...but I need to add that SC4!
Nice set up.
Good stuff
Great vid, thanks!
Another great vid..... I just recently started getting body armor...
Subscribed. Liking the content. Keep it up!
Nice review
Nice.
I'm new to this survival stuff this is very informative
Lifesaving! Thank you very much
good video
Awesome!
I love my ar500 setup
Good luck all!
Not quite to this point yet, but I know this info will come in handy.
I need that knife😃
Steel plates certainly have their detractors, and their critiques are not unwarranted, but it should go without saying that it is better than nothing. 👍
Cool
Spartan armor is pretty good and cheap
Cool gun. Love your videos. #ESEE4
Hmmm better than a coat maybe glue kevlar to the plate.
Oh brrooooo. You never cease to amaze me! Good stuff. Keep it up and please choose me for this giveaway. Fingers crossed 🤞
Looking to upgrade to level 3+ plates currently
Got my lvl 4 plates curved and coated from RMA for 119 bucks both plates
I have noticed the merchandise in your store is growing in number of items. I just purchased an Outdoor Edge LeDuck knife from your store.
Thank you!
It's a great one!
Your videos are filled with great ideas and very informative when it comes to advice or discovering holes in my prep. Please keep'em coming!!! LOL
Oss
Good video - I recently picked up armor for my family. I went with Botach for the plates.
Just a few years ago anyone talking about buying body armor was looked at as playing army, and not taken as seriously as they should have been, now that things have really headed South in a lot of areas, even the naysayers are looking at it entirely differently. The older I get, the more it hits home that I would rather not be a sieve if I can prevent it, with the majority of my life behind me, I want to be able to enjoy what I have left, and if I never need body armor, I prefer to have it just for the peace of mind. Again, another good, eye opening video.
I love your videos. been watching you since almost the beginning. I find your style very approachable and helpful for a beginner prepper.
Your videos have so much great info. Thanks for taking time to share.
Keltec M carbo??????????? Is that the new name for the Keltec Sub-2K
Yet another quality video sir. Staying consistent with the straightforward info without a bunch of fluff. Glad to see your channel growing steadily so well. Keep up the good work! Also, I'm here to toss my name in the hat for the drawing!
Cheers!
OHT or Skeletool, I don't know what to pick.
Man you are awesome I hope people really appreciate your giveaways great video on something so important wish they weren’t so expensive but it is an essential item thanks again
You throwing in the armor with the bug out kit? 😏
Great video. So many choices in body armor. Lots of research needed.
I'll add one more advice. if you have not been training with body armor or with any kind of weight on your back that body armor is only good for home defense because once you have to start hiking with that weight on you and you going to end up dumping your gear or crapping out for good
Subscribed last week. Looking forward to seeing your channel grow!! (And hopefully winning this awesome setup!!)
Great Info! Great Vid As Always, Keep It Up 👍🏽
And 2020 youtube MVC (most valuable content creator) goes too...former hand model aka the Wolf in Progress! 😆 When are the wolf pack patches coming out!?
Haha thanks Mark! I'll work on that!
What do think about plates in you get home bag
Check my bug out bag video. I have a Vertx Overland Bag with Premier Soft Body Armor inside. Lighter and easier to lug,
Always good to a fresh perspective. Good luck with the subs and thanks for the giveaway.
If you don’t get the build up coat does it just come as plain uncovered steal?
I love the information on your channel and the gear you keep in all of your kits, really great content
Just what I needed...been wanting to research and you did the leg work
My family does not believe in these things I am the only one who has vests and survival things. Im glad that im not the only one.
Very nice! You are right about the turnaround time.
I have been looking at plates recently so this video helps alot
That's going to be my next big purchase thanks for the info
Great information it’s important to have a way to stop from getting holes
I’m thinking maybe order a knife now lol if tried every video
Great info, as always on your channel. I think that with the lead time on getting armor it will be cutting it pretty close.
I have gotten great customer service from them. They gave me $300 in plate carrier + accessories for free
1st get out of the line of fire, take cover. My first carrier is the Veritas w RMA level IV ceramic 1155 10x12 single curve plates, Eestac 7.62 x 51 rifle mags for my Scar 17 mags, triple pistol mags holders. Bought another set of level IV ceramic swimmer cut plates and just ordered a Crye Precision JPC carrier. Why another? Quick answer is Biden. I do have 6x8 level IV ceramic side plates but leave them off for mobility unless I know I’m going into an all out shtf situation.Don’t forget an Afaik kit, tourniquets at minimum.
Good point about buying steel plates first, however I chose the ceramic plates specifically because of the metal splatter and possible ricochet possibly injuring extremities. Very informative post.
I work in environments that don’t always allow concealed carry. Good body armor along with a solid knife is often the only options. Been loving your videos.
ive got the same setup from AR500. Level III+ multi-hit protection against 5.56x45 M193, 5.56x45 M855/SS109 at 3,100 FPS (+/- 30FPS), 7.62x51 M80 Ball (ie .308) at 3,000 FPS (+/- 30FPS)
I need john wick body armor! 😬
Great video and information, was not sure what to get in armor either so many choices. Good and bad.
Interested to hear more about your best choices for you and the wife and what you may/may not pack in them
I have the carrier, just trying to save for the plates. Thanks for the review and info!
I have a plate in My back pack
Man thank you for this video. I've been contemplating gets body armor from that particular company but was on the fence about it.
Good info on the body armor. I went with plate, too. They may have some disadvantages, as you noted, but their multi-strike capabilities far outweighs them for my circumstances.
Mindset ...Without it none of the rest matters- Knowledge is the ultimate weapon. Every piece of kit is a bonus. Hypothermia will kill you fast even in the 50’s . 👍🇺🇸
Great advice on the body armor
I've got a plate carrier close to the bed, and one in the car. Got the wifey a Freeman carrier last year just in case.
For steel plates, I got a pouch from Tactical Scorpion that is a Kevlar front and trauma pad back, hopefully that'll mitigate spalling.spelling. it'd be better to not be shot though ;)
Check out RTS tactical, I bought two sets of body armor from AR 500 during their Christmas season special last year, the lead time was ridiculous, I ended up canceling my second order after waiting more than two months. I received my second set from RTS in about 2 weeks and at a comparable price!
I believe there are much better body armor out there if you look at mr.Gunsngear on TH-cam he does plenty of testing on body armor $100 sometimes under $100 for level 4 plates
👍🏼
This channel is pretty amazing with all these giveaways... im surprised you don't have more followers at the moment
Body armor is very important. I hear a lot of people talk about it in a bug out situation...how many have carried the plates with a pack on. Its important but so is training. Sweet giveaway. You definitely shot up extremely fast congrats
Heavy plates, but definitely like that 20 year shelf life 👍
We just got ours in the mail...4 months later. It’s well worth it. I purchased spartan body armor. Chose steel over ceramic for the same reasons you indicated. Stay safe.
Also, what mag pouch are you running in this vid? Looking for 6 mag holder as well
Think this was a cheap condor
Great video, I picked up a set of tactical scorpion gear level 3 plates with a condor sentry carrier, and condor triple mag pouch. Only cost me around $175 but I’m very glad I have it. Just hope I never need to use it 🤞🏼
Another great video! Living in the Midwest and not sure if it’s illegal? Thanks in advance for a chance to win a good give a way👍🏽
my family all looked at me like i'm crazy when i asked for body armor for Xmas... tbf, they're probably rightt.
Are you kidding me? Lol
Please give the random picker an extra kiss for picking me! 😆
I have yet to convince myself that I need body armor. But that doesn't mean it isn't useful in some situations. Still great video, keep them coming.
I've been looking at AR500 for a while wanting to get armor.
Hey wolf have you looked into rma armors they offer NIJ certified level IV ceramics for 135 a plate which is about the same price as ar500 plates ish depending on sales and around 1 month lead time
Not sure if anyone has provided this, but here's a link to the level 3+ bundle that I just purchased: tacticon.com/product/body-armor-plate-carrier/
Link to video as well: th-cam.com/video/OpshIVIBGl0/w-d-xo.html
Great info!
Steel is a commodity that is mostly imported from East Asia and as the supply chain continues to break down these steel plates will only be harder to get.
I can't afford but if can it's now or never if you want them.
With as crazy as stuff has been lately, getting a buy one get one free plate is probably unlikely any time soon. I'll keep my eyes peeled though. Nice vid.
Discussion of body armor is incomplete without including UHMWPE plates. They are effective, very light, and sustain multiple hits. The only real downsides are cost and thickness of the plates.
Are you kidding me on this giveaway! Bro I need to win oh man oh man! I need this gear and would pay for the shipping if you don't want to cover the cost! JERB'S FOR THE WIN! this is my favorite video to date from you buds totally dig this channel buds! Question Would that plate stop a 10 gauge slug? Oh boy I seriously need this gear! Cheers Mr.Wolf for an absolute awesome giveaway bro so stoked that I'm in the pack! JERB'S FOR THE WIN!!! A Canadian needs a win!
Good video. Thank for the info! I need to start looking at getting body armor. Just curious, have you run across plate carriers and plates for younger humans?
I absolutely think body armor is an important item to have. I think its important to know your purpose and potential threats before deciding what armor is right for you though. Most shooting incidents are from handguns which a 3a set of concealable armor would arguably serve you the best. If you're expecting trouble lvl4 ceramic or ceramic/poly is well worth the extra investment. Steel is good for shelf life like you said and fairly inexpensive for a 3/"3+" rating. Just keep in mind small and fast 55gr will still zip right through even "3+" even though it'll stop green tip.
My recommendation is get some kind of body armor, work on cardio so you can use it, but also get a chest rig....sometimes the best armor is being able to haul @$$. Intel and mission drive the gear, know them and you'll have a decent idea of what you need to get and do.
Do you have a preferred vest for comfort?
The Valkrye by AR500 is very robust and comfortable. Honestly all the plate carriers from AR500 are great! Thanks for your support on Patreon T’erre!
@@WolfinProgress you are welcome. Thank you for responding and sharing your thoughts with us viewers