{"id":198170,"date":"2024-01-31T10:35:11","date_gmt":"2024-01-31T16:35:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=198170"},"modified":"2024-08-30T19:36:50","modified_gmt":"2024-08-31T00:36:50","slug":"safarilands-apex-body-armor-perfect-for-the-leo-in-your-family-shot-show-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/safarilands-apex-body-armor-perfect-for-the-leo-in-your-family-shot-show-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Safariland&#8217;s APEX Body Armor: Perfect for the LEO in Your Family &#8212; SHOT Show 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Safariland APEX Body Armor - SHOT Show 2024\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KnwblibIZ4c?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"yoast-reading-time__wrapper\"><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-icon=\"clock\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-0.1em\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__spacer\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:1em\"><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__descriptive-text\">Estimated reading time:  <\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__reading-time\">3<\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__time-unit\"> minutes<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the hustle and bustle of the 2024 Shot Show, we caught up with Jim from <a href=\"https:\/\/safariland.com\/collections\/concealable\/products\/apex\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"safarilands-apex-body-armor-perfect-for-the-leo-in-your-family-shot-show-2024\" title=\"Safariland's APEX Body Armor: Perfect for the LEO in Your Family -- SHOT Show 2024\">Safariland<\/a>, nestled among the latest in tactical gear and defense technology. We dove into a discussion about their latest innovation in law enforcement gear: the APEX body armor system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>APEX isn&#8217;t your run-of-the-mill body armor. It&#8217;s a leap forward in design and comfort for those who protect our streets. Picture this: a body armor vest that moves with you, not against you. That&#8217;s APEX for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jim explained that traditional body armor, around since the &#8217;70s, uses velcro and elastic straps. Effective, yes, but comfortable? Far from it. It&#8217;s like wearing the most uncomfortable vest ever. Officers constantly tug at their vests, trying to keep them in place while they&#8217;re on the move or walking the beat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enter APEX. It&#8217;s made entirely of compression material, which means it hugs the body like a workout outfit. Think of it as the yoga pants of body armor \u2013 but for your torso. This design takes the weight off your shoulders (literally) and distributes it evenly, making it feel lighter and less burdensome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The real game-changer here is the four-piece system. The vest has front and back panels, and two side panels, creating a floating effect. This means no binding, no gaps, and no riding up. It&#8217;s all about movement without restriction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"930\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/VestApex.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-198171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/VestApex.jpg 930w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/VestApex-400x284.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/VestApex-150x106.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/VestApex-768x545.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Apex system features four piece floating architecture. (<em>Photo: Safariland<\/em>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-see-also-cabot-gun-s-first-2011-pistol-insurrection-shot-show-2024\">SEE ALSO: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/cabot-guns-first-2011-pistol-insurrection-shot-show-2024\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"safarilands-apex-body-armor-perfect-for-the-leo-in-your-family-shot-show-2024\" title=\"Safariland's APEX Body Armor: Perfect for the LEO in Your Family -- SHOT Show 2024\">Cabot Gun\u2019s First 2011 Pistol: Insurrection \u2014 SHOT Show 2024<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As for the weight? It varies depending on the ballistic package, but Jim assures us it&#8217;s on the lighter side. You can choose from level 2 or level 3A ballistic packages, ensuring you get the protection you need without the extra bulk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, for the practical details: donning and doffing this gear is a breeze with its front zip system. Plus, it&#8217;s lockable for extra security. And for those in the line of fire, there are integrated front and rear trauma plate pockets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re wondering when you can get your hands on APEX, it&#8217;s already out there. Safariland launched it at the Shot Show, and they&#8217;re ready to take orders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information, just hop over to <a href=\"https:\/\/safariland.com\/collections\/concealable\/products\/apex\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"safarilands-apex-body-armor-perfect-for-the-leo-in-your-family-shot-show-2024\" title=\"Safariland's APEX Body Armor: Perfect for the LEO in Your Family -- SHOT Show 2024\">safariland.com<\/a>. 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