POSTED BY Bulletproof Zone Editorial Team · · 8 min read
Body armor expires as ceramics fracture and UHMWPE degrades. Most Level IV plates last 5 years from manufacture. Learn the signs, storage rules, and when to replace.
POSTED BY Bulletproof Zone Editorial Team · · 7 min read
Sealed CBRN filters last 15–20 years; once opened in contaminated air, most are rated 8 hours. Learn what shortens filter life and when to replace yours.
POSTED BY Bulletproof Zone Editorial Team · · 7 min read
Soft armor lasts 5 years from manufacture; ceramic plates last 10. Learn what degrades vests faster, how to store them, and exactly when to replace them.
POSTED BY Bulletproof Zone Editorial Team · · 9 min read
Used body armor can fail invisibly — soft armor expires in 5 years, ceramic plates crack from a single drop. 7 red flags to check before you buy second-hand.
POSTED BY Bulletproof Zone Editorial Team · · 7 min read
Hand-wash only: step-by-step guide to cleaning a bullet-resistant vest without voiding your warranty. Covers panels, carrier, drying, storage, and when to replace.
