Origins of Armor & Video of Deadly Techniques (Warning)

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As mentioned, hard armor is a system of ceramic or metal plates. Soft armor, on the other hand, is a cloth-like material designed to capture a bullet and dissipate the impact force through a netting material across the entire surface of the armor. The most common example of soft body armor is the modern bullet proof vest worn by most police officers, either beneath or over their clothing. Hard armor is cumbersome and heavy.

Metal plates are the original form of modern body armor, and trace their lineage back to the Middle Ages. Metal was long the only option for those who needed protection from high-velocity and armor-piercing rounds. Metal hard armor plates are strong, durable and widely available, but that does not mean they are without their drawbacks.

By nature one may be inclined to think that higher quality suits of armor come from the first two countries, and you are correct. However, you’ll almost always end up paying a premium for these armors. The suits of armor in Italy and Spain are crafted by the finest artisans and the quality is unparalleled. The finish on the armor is going to be authentic and polished or aged to your liking. The armor especially in Italy is created with an “old patina” rustic look which India manufacturers cannot or will not match. The shape of the armor is also going to be more authentic and historically accurate to what was actually constructed in medieval times as well. Another advantage of Italian and Spanish armors is that they often can etch and emboss very delicate and complex designs on their armor, sometimes in precious metals such as gold.

Modern armor can be classified into two distinct categories: hard and soft. Hard armor is quite similar to what was worn by knights – it is basically a system of metal or ceramic plates, and is worn by police officers and others only when there is a high chance of an attack. Soft armor, on the other hand, is ideal for everyday use by those who are at risk of being attacked. Soft armor can be worn like clothing, and is available in a variety of different types, including concealable body armor, and vests that are made to be worn over other clothing.