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Body Armor Reviews

Body Armor Reviews

Hardwire is the best. Lightest Thinnest Strongest Don't take our word for it. Here's what our customers have to say about our products.
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Hardwire Armor Saves Deputy

Hardwire Armor Saves Deputy

Deputy Chitwood of Clay County, TX Sheriff's Office was saved by his Hardwire armor after being shot during a traffic stop. Video shows live footage of the Sheriff and his Deputy in the hospital confirming Deputy Chitwood was ok and the bruise he received.
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NIJ Compliant vs. Certified Body Armor

NIJ Compliant vs. Certified Body Armor

When reading about body armor specs, companies use labels like NIJ Compliant and NIJ Certified when referencing armor threat level and efficacy. We would like to clear up what these terms mean, explain the difference, and show you a list of our NIJ certified armor. 
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Soft Body Armor Panels Level 3A

Who Has The Best Soft Body Armor?

Quick & BEST Answer: Hardwire LLC is the Best Soft Body Armor The Best for THE BEST To be chosen to protect our armed forces is an honor and a...
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Does Body Armor Expire?

Does Body Armor Expire?

Does body armor expire? In short, yes, all body armor does expire, but not all body armor is equal. Hardwire utilizes Dyneema. Dyneema is the only man-made fiber stronger than spider silk, coming in at 15X stronger than steel. It is naturally buoyant, waterproof, moisture-wicking, breathable,  and will not delaminate due to moisture. Kevlar on the other hand will begin to disintegrate with element exposure and is only 5X stronger than steel.
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Safariland® Announces New Hardwire® Armor Packages

Safariland® Announces New Hardwire® Armor Packages

A leading global provider of safety products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets, announced today the next generation of Hardwire Ballistic Panels. Hardwire optimizes the strength of compressed Dyneema fibers to create the thinnest and lightest level II and level IIIA body armor.
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First Look: Safariland Partners with Hardwire Ballistic Panels

First Look: Safariland Partners with Hardwire Ballistic Panels

Safariland is rolling out the next generation of Hardwire ballistic panels, which use the strength of compressed Dyneema fibers to create the thinnest and lightest level II and IIIA ballistic panels...
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