In this specific study, 37.4% of attacks targeted the chest, abdomen and shoulder areas. This represents areas protected by a traditional stab armor vest. 27.4% of wounds were in the areas of the neck, groin and arms.
View Wound Pattern ChartIt is obvious from these studies that extended protection for the neck, groin and arms will provide a significant reduction in injuries from slash and stab.
TurtleSkin's cell extraction vest is a component design complete with removable neck, groin and upper arm panels for extended stab coverage.
Did you know?
The U.S. Government provides up to 50% funding for the purchase of TurtleSkin Body Armor.
To see if you qualify, go to www.ojp.usdoj.goc/bvpbasi
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Flexible Up-Armor Stab Protection
Used in all TurtleSkin Corrections Body Armor, TurtleSkin MFA (Metal Flex Armor) stab-resistant panels provide thin (less than 3.5 mm), lightweight stab protection. The unique flexible characteristic of the patented TurtleSkin MFA panel wraps and conforms to your body. With customization, areas of threat protection may be limited to vital areas or expanded for greater overall coverage.
Patented TurtleSkin Puncture, Cut, and Stab Technology
TurtleSkin MFA stab panels combine a patented TurtleSkin fabric with a thin metal element for multi-threat protection. The lightweight TurtleSkin MFA stab panel is engineered with both hard and soft elements to create a stab armor solution that combines the flexible properties of a textile with the toughness of hard plate armor. The textile component makes it comfortable for daily use. The hard armor component provides the required puncture protection.
TurtleSkin MFA stab panels do not provide ballistic or bulletproof protection.
Officers interested in TurtleSkin Body Armor with MFA, contact John Cronin at 603.291.1002 or email jcronin@warwickmills.com
Manufactureres interested in MFA Material, contact Marc Jeton at 603.291.1023 or email mjeton@warwickmills.com
