I am not a cop but I figure cops know about this so.... just clarifying that.
I want to get some body armor for every day use, just to wear around town so if someone goes postal or someone tries to mug me I am covered. First, am I allowed to wear body armor around town in Texas, I don't know of any laws against it but want to make sure.
I hear that level 2 armor provides OK protection but is not too bulky. I guess size matters so I took some measurements. My waist is 36 inches, at my naval is 35 inches and my chest is 39". I would like a little big of wiggle room so if I pig out or work out I can still fit in but I want it not to wiggle when I move before then. I assume they are adjustable to some extent.
What is the best type of armor for me and how much should I expect to pay? Does armor expire? Are there any things I can't do in it? Does sweat cause it to go bad, how about water, heat? Any info would be greatly appreciated.
2007-08-23 03:52:45 · 3 answers · asked by Colter B 5 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
When it starts to stink can I wash it, I heard water ruins it? What is the best way to fight odor? Does wearing an undershirt help?
I figure after a while I will get used to it... just like you get used to wearing a watch or carrying a wallet.
2007-08-23 04:57:43 · update #1
Body Armor is hot, uncomfortable, and bulky.
I wear it because I have to, but I wouldn't recommend it for 'just wearing around town'...
It shouldn't be illegal unless you are a felon or committing a felony at the time you are wearing it, though.
It generally has a recommended life of 5 years, costs about $300 and will stink to high heaven after about three days of being worn in the Texas summer.
2007-08-23 04:02:55 · answer #1 · answered by Citicop 7 · 5⤊ 0⤋
The odds of being in a situation that would require a bullet resistant vest as an citizen is very minimal. Not worth the annoyance of wearing it everyday for something that will most likely never happen. But if you insist.
http://www.galls.com/gaweb.dll
2007-08-23 11:23:32 · answer #2 · answered by Kevy 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
there is a site called cheaperthandirt.com. they sell light body armor that can stop anything up to a 9mm, as long as it's not t.a.p. round, which is highly unlikley...
2007-08-23 11:37:14 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋