Car Emergency Backpack Must Haves
You should always keep a Car Emergency Backpack in your vehicle filled with must have items to survive for a short period of time. Learn which contents of your vehicle bug out bag to keep to meet the demands of situations you may encounter...
Body Armor Used Throughout American Wars
There are many reasons behind military conflicts, but all share one thing in common: the need for personal protection. With each new generation of products, we get closer to achieving total protection from all kinds of threats. How body armor has evolved throughout American wars.
Soft Body Armor: The Pros and Cons

Soft body armor is versatile, concealable, and comes in many styles, making it perfect for civilian use. It's an excellent option for anyone who wants a discreet way of protecting themselves. Learn more in this comprehensive guide.

Understanding Backface Deformation in Body Armor
Learn about the importance of backface deformation in body armor and how it affects the level of protection provided in this comprehensive guide. Discover the body armor standard used to measure the different materials used in body armor and their impact on deformation.
What to Do in an Active Shooter Situation
It’s one of those things you don’t want to talk or think about, and chances are most of us will never find ourselves in an active shooter situation. However, Premier seeks to empower and equip people with the Armored Mindset. Read more for how to respond in an active shooter situation.
Where and How to Wear Body Armor
Body armor is a safety device. It is meant to provide ballistic protection, absorbing a bullet or impact from other weapon, helping to save your life. Here's what you need to know for when and where to wear body armor.
Trauma Pads in Body Armor
Trauma pads are fairly standard when running armor in your bulletproof vest or plate carrier, but what do they really do? And are they necessary when trying to keep your kit as lightweight as possible?
An Industry First: Female Ballistic Vest
All the information you need to know about the very first Female Ballistic Vest available to civilians. The Female Concealable Armor Vest offers the best form fitting armor for a woman's curves, maximizing optimal comfort.
Why Made in the USA AND Berry Compliance Matters
When it comes to your personal protection, quality is important. Having Berry Compliant products means your body armor is not only manufactured in the USA, but that all materials used are also domestically sourced.
ArmorSHIFT: A Body Armor Innovation
Wondering how we custom-fit a ballistic panel in a chest rig? We created a brand new type of body armor, ArmorSHIFT, that goes from discreet to ready-for-action coverage with just a quick pull.
How to Choose the Best Body Armor
Understand different body armor ratings for various threat levels, knowing the difference of materials to produce armor, cuts of rifle rated plates, and how to choose the best body armor for your need of protection.
The Evolution of Body Armor
Body armor has come a long way. From animal skins, to the flak jacket, to today's ultra-lightweight concealable armor for civilians, body armor improvements ensure everyday personal protection.
15 Tactical Gift Ideas for the 2022 Holiday Season
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.
Everything You Need to Know - Traveling with Body Armor
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.
The Vitals: Body Armor & the Cardiac Box
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.
A Continued Collaboration with Vertx

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.

The Long-Awaited Discreet Plate Carrier
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.
Tips to Stay Safe While Traveling
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 Why
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.
Tips for Teaching First Aid Skills to Kids
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.
Body Armor for Teachers and School Administrators
Read about armor solutions for teachers, students, and school administrators to use to protect themselves in an active shooter situation.