VBC is lucky enough to be working with Ed Ponce on sending the shields overseas . Any past iquires in regards to this matter can now contact :

Epcom International Ltd.

 International Trade Specialists

 For over 20 years serving Law Enforcement, Military and Corporate Security needs

 Registered to export ITAR-Regulated products

 310 N. Cleveland St.

 Chagrin Falls OH 44022 USA

Office/Cell 216-406-0971

 Fax 440-287-60...

I hear more and more about AR-500 steel being used as ballistic S.A.P.I plates. AR-500 is not a company as much as is a product I.D . This is a steel with a 500 Brinell hardness used for industrial projects or range targets. This plate will not encapsulate the incoming round , only redirect it into your neck or arms. Plus or minus 5 degrees and maybe someone standing next to you.

 These plates are heavy , cheap , and have no expiration date so I understand there allure . But there...

If your going to buy a ballistic shield on GSA Advantage , you should keep these things in mind.

1.) Don`t buy a shield that does not have a picture that accurately represents the piece of equipment advertised .

2.) Verify the "Operational Weight" of the shield and not the "Bait and Switch" weight posted without view ports , lights, and accessories.

3.) Do your research prior to placing an order, This is a small industry ...

The most dangerous tip to Law Enforcement ballistic protection is not the "Green Tip" it`s the "Blue Tip" . That`s the color ink in the pin of the administrators and politicians that fail to see the benefits of the simplicity of a piece of gear that has never killed anyone , but has saved hundreds.