The Armored Mindset Blog

An ultimate buyers guide to find gifts for him. Shop options for tactical gear, fun military stocking stuffers, and everything you need for your EDC kit.

A guide to having a peace of mind while traveling with body armor. Understand rules and regulations for traveling with body armor through airport security.

What is the Cardiac Box, and why should body armor protect it? We address these questions and explain what you should look for when choosing body armor for protection.

We've done it again. Vertx recently launched their Gen 3 line, and PBA has custom designed bulletproof backpack panels to fit the 2023 colorway of Vertx bags.

Two Great Products. One Easy Order.

Protection Premier Body Armor is proud to announce the next addition in their concealable product line, the Discreet Plate Carrier. Combined with two of PBA’s ultra-light Stratis plates, the DPC provides rifle-rated protection in a uniquely discreet way.

Read tips for how to stay safe while traveling. Learn more for how to safeguard your home, all the car necessities for travel, or taking TSA approved body armor with you through the airport.

Premier Body Armor's history has propelled the company forward with continued dedication to providing protection for the entire family. With a focus on bulletproof gear for everyone and passion for educating on what we call the "armored mindset", PBA is excited to continue growing while still focusing on dedication to its customers.

Read tips for first aid skills you can teach your child at home. This blog covers basic steps for medical emergencies. Teach your kids CPR training, how to stop the bleed, and respond to an allergic reaction.

Read about armor solutions for teachers, students, and school administrators to use to protect themselves in an active shooter situation.

Read safety tips to enhance your situational awareness this fall. Learn how to upgrade your EDC essentials, how to protect your vehicle and valuables, and how to best safeguard your home while traveling.

When choosing a concealable armor vest, the goal is a combination of maximum coverage for your vital organs and comfort. Less coverage means less protection, less comfort means less human performance - a balance of both is critical.

Read about this lightweight bulletproof shirt for everyday armored protection.

A guide to be prepared for the unexpected. Read safety tips to be aware of your surroundings.

There is a lot of information to learn about body armor, and it can be overwhelming. We dig into the different types of body armor, soft vs. hard plates, the standards for body armor, and why protecting the torso is so important.

As a parent, one of the many things we worry about (and there are a lot) is our children’s safety. When I was a child, the idea of a school shooting in the United States was far from my mind. Now, it's something I think about, and having a conversation gave both me and my son some peace of mind.

Because we are powerless to prevent school shootings entirely, I will always seek, to the best of my abilities, to give my child the best chance in the world in which we live. I will continue to give him the tools he needs to help keep him as safe as possible when I’m not there in person to do so.

Your backpack essentially should mirror your mission. Explore Vertx bag options like sling bags, the Gamut series, and more.

There are a few things you should consider when wearing body armor to provide you the most comfort. We also share breakthrough technology to provide an even better body armor experience.

We answer frequently asked questions to help you find the best body armor for school safety. Learn more about backpack armor, bulletproof binder covers, and more!

Your holiday gift guide from Premier Body Armor. Shop bulletproof vests, plate carriers, or even bulletproof can coolers for stocking stuffers.

Before you take off for your next trip, we want to shed some light on traveling with body armor, especially when it comes to TSA approved items.