US Palm and Armor Express: Body Armor self test

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David Reeder

US Palm recently posted this video. Watch it and then we'll cover some details.

To say this implies a high level of confidence in the product is a gross understatement. As you can imagine, controversy over whether Mr. Davis should or should not have done this (and US Palm made it public) has been significant, which is a little surprising. It's by no means the first time he's done it. Comparisons have been made to placing live photographers downrange during live fire training, though personally I believe that's a case of comparing apples to oranges. Statements have ranged from ‘You can't fix stupid‘ to ‘How's he walkin' around with a bucket of balls like that" layout="responsive" width="618" height="412">

There are those who would argue the sort of demonstration Matt made was unnecessary, with undue risk. Others would say it's commendable; he asks others to trust their lives in his product, why shouldn't he?

Personally I find it reassuring and convincing as hell.

Your thoughts?

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