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The NIJ Standard: What It Means for Body Armor Performance and Safety

First established in 1972, the NIJ standard is specifically designed to establish clear and measurable criteria for body armor performance under ballistic threats. But what does that mean for you?

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Accessories for Your Springfield Armory Echelon

The Springfield Echelon was made to wear kit—optics, lights, whatever you need to get the job done. Here’s what it runs.

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