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Would you want to buy a bullet proof vest?

Discussion in 'Political Debate & Discussion' started by Salty, Jun 20, 2022.

  1. Salty

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    I never really understand the thinking of some folks.

    1) Ban guns so law abiding citizens can’t defend themselves.

    2) Ban bulletproof vest so law abiding citizens can’t protect themselves

    3) Pass bail reform so violent criminals are loose on the street.

    4) Defund the police so the only people that could help are overwhelmed and unable to respond.

    5) Blame “right wing” conservatives for all the violence

    peace to you
     
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    That is why the Republican Party and the Conservative Party have
    enforced Lee Zeldin for Governer!

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    I am Sure a Commie will get elected anyway. NY won't elect a good man.
     
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    I didn't realize everyday folk walked around wearing bulletproof vests. I guess I would rather move than feel the need to wear one. It seems like they'd be hot.
     
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    They have their place. Lot more private citizens own them than you might think.
     
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    The more everyday folk are attacked, shot, stabbed, beaten the more they will seek to protect themselves. These big cities have out of control random acts of violence.

    peace to you
     
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    well, if people keep having negative attitude-.......
     
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    My attitude does not effect N.Y.
    It is a corrupt state run by corrupt Communists. NYC is a cess pool of evil that ruins it for the conservative rural areas of the state.
     
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    They are very liberal Democrats - but they are not not communists -
    If you keep posting such garbage - then I will see no need to address any of your posts
    as I will not be able to believe anything you say.
     
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    NOW - this thread is about allowing law abiding citizens to purchase bullet proof vests .
    NOT IF A STATE/COMMONWEALTH HAS A COMMUNIST GOVT.
    if you discuss that - start a new thread.
     
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    When do they wear them?

    I just couldn't imagine telling the wife, "Let's go out for dinner...grab your bulletproof vest".

    Now if I take up robbing liquor stores...:Wink
     
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    It really isn’t the point whether you can think of a reason to wear them.

    People living, working in high crime areas may find a BPV a good option. Or maybe they just like the cosy feel of compressed fibers. Why should it matter?

    Many robbers wear masks. I propose we ban wearing masks. Make them illegal to own. Also, all dark clothing, which can be used to hide in the dark alleys. Who could possibly need to wear dark clothes and/or a mask unless they are robbing a liquor store.

    peace to you
     
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    I don't care IF people wear them. I'm just wondering what their reasons would be.

    You think they like the feel....the compression? I guess that could be a reason.

    Certainly if I lived in an area where it was likely that Is be shot in the chest I may consider wearing one. Do they protect the back?

    If I were a cop, or EMT, then I can understand.

    Many stores do not allow people to wear masks (the type robbers wear) and motorcycle helmet in the store. I don't really have an opinion either way. If I was on a motorcycle I guess I may not to remove the helmet for a quick stop.
     
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    I used to provide exec. security to a billionaire who wore one all the time. I wore one when working security. I might have one under seat in truck.
     
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    That makes sense.
     
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    They are Communists. Show me where their deology differs from Marxism. The only difference is they don't have the work camps yet. Their agenda is Communist.
    I honestly don't care whether you address my posts or not. Makes absolutely no difference to me.
    Only an authoritarian Communist would fear citizens having Body Armor.
     
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    A bar owner in a high crime area would benefit wearing one. Can you imagine making a cash deposit at 2:00am at an inner city bank?
     
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    You can get the vest configured however you want. Front, back, sides.
    My preference is level 3 front, level 2 sides, level 3a back, and a level 4 trauma plate on front.
    I had several people break their hands in fights when they hit the level 4 plate. I would give them free punches to the chest area.

    My executive security vest was level 2 front 2a back, no sides, no trauma plate.
     
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