Long Gun Mounted Ballistic Shield

Discussion in 'Firearms' started by Silversnake, Jul 12, 2013.


  1. Silversnake

    Silversnake Silverback

    Tyler Danann and kellory like this.
  2. Yard Dart

    Yard Dart Vigilant Monkey Moderator

    The specifications state- "10 out of 10 people agree. Getting shot in the face sucks! " Now there, is some advertising genius behind this product's marketing.... ;)
     
  3. BTPost

    BTPost Stumpy Old Fart,Deadman Walking, Snow Monkey Moderator

    Doesn't stop a .308, "right between the eyes".....
     
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  4. shamrock75

    shamrock75 Hangin in monkey

    Might be helpful if your not going to move from your position. If someones shooting that close to your rifle it'll be useless in no time.Good luck trying to be slick getting through doorways.
     
  5. NotSoSneaky

    NotSoSneaky former supporter

    For a fixed position defense in a sandbagged fighting hole, maybe.

    Otherwise, no thanks.
     
  6. chelloveck

    chelloveck Diabolus Causidicus

    it would make sense for a pintle mounted SAW on a technical.

    otherwise, it‘s probably best used in a fixed position. The concept requires a trade off of mobility for protection. In some circumstances the trade off may be justified.. In other circumstances the trade off may not be justified.

    Theshield is not cheap, so another consideration is the opportunity cost. For the price of a shield system, which may only offer a marginal improvement in protection capability, the money may be better spent on body armour upgrades or better weapon systems.
     
    Last edited: Dec 26, 2013
  7. Tyler Danann

    Tyler Danann Monkey+

    I think it's kinda cool, especially having seen the injuries a gunshot to the jaw can cause...
     
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