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Why run an Invictus plate carrier?

Designed to be the lowest profile and lightest carrier possible the ultralight construction of our Invictus carrier results in a jumpable plate carrier. Weighing only 1.2 lbs, the Invictus provides extreme mobility without sacrificing comfort or the ability to be fully loaded out.

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How to Size a Plate Carrier - Part 2

We recently published a post on how determine your correct size armor plate by taking some measurements from nippple-to-nipple and sternum notch to above the belly button In this video, Mason and Mitch from AR500 Armor show how that translates ...

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Right Tools for the Right Job: Why We Train

Skill in the use of arms and armor in the defense of yourself, your loved one, and your community doesn’t come naturally. It takes dedication, practice, and perseverance to be able to employ the tools of liberty consistently and ...

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Everyday Carry Armor Options

Let's say you want to have some form of ballistic protection but don't want to run around in a decked out plate carrier. What options do you have? In this video, Mason from AR500 Armor covers a few of the armor options available to you, from ...

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Right Tools For the Right Job: What is Your Why?

Note: This is the first in a six-part series of articles on preparing yourself via gear, training, and purpose. Today we kick off two weeks of articles on gear and accessories.  In the military, there’s a saying that “the mission dictates ...

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Best Armor Options for Families

We get a lot of questions about armor products, and one recurring theme is a variation on "what armor to I get if I want to protect my whole family?" In this video, Mason from AR500 Armor covers a few of the options available to outfitting your ...

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AR Battle Belt Setup

Our corporate anniversary is when we announce our new products, and one of this year's releases is our new AR Battle Belt. This video features Mason showing the components of our belt system and how they work together to create a rugged platform ...

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How to Measure For Armor Sizing

One of the questions we often get is how to measure yourself to get the right size plate. The natural inclination is to get the largest size you can for the extra protection they offer. Protection, weight/mobility, or price. Choose two. All armor ...

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