WWI vs. WWII: The German Helmet Difference

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December 24, 2020 0 Comments

No doubt, the German Army played a significant role in both the First and Second World War. Notably, they also contributed to the development of ballistic helmet designs. In this article, we would be considering some of the ballistic helmets that were used by the German army in both wars and how they differ. German …

BEST PROTECTIVE VESTS FOR PAINTBALL

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November 10, 2020 0 Comments

Whether you are a newbie or an expert, there are specific protective guidelines that you need to abide by in a bid to stay safe while playing paintball. For a sport like paintball, where the fun lies solely in the amount of attack you can launch and how well you can defend yourself from such …

The History of Helmets

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October 13, 2020 0 Comments

Truth be told, helmets go as far back as the art of war itself. In fact, they are arguably the very first forms of threat protection equipment used during warfare hundreds of years back. You see, old Medieval and Renaissance warriors were very resilient. They fought like their lives depended on it (which it actually …

Selecting the right body armor and helmet combo

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October 13, 2020 0 Comments

Finding the right combination of body armor and ballistic helmet is all about functionality, comfort, and preference. So, before making your choice for these gears, it is important that you know what to look out for before making a choice. Here’s what you need to know before choosing a body armor and a ballistic helmet. …

Kevlar Helmets Material: Are they as good as they look?

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October 13, 2020 0 Comments

Of all the different kinds of materials used for creating ballistic rated helmets, Kevlar remains the most popular as well as the most used by manufacturers all over. For a long time now, Kevlar has been used by the US Army amongst others. Kevlar is an aramid fabric with a phenolic resin system that possesses …

Is there such thing as bullet proof helmet?

October 13, 2020 0 Comments

The term “bullet proof” has in more times than one been misused and misconstrued to mean “impenetrable” or “invincible”. If you’re on this boat, then you might be wrong. Using this definition, there is really no such thing as a “bullet proof” helmet, vest, or shield. Yes, some ballistic helmets can deflect pistols and handgun …