Buyer Beware: FDLE Busts Counterfeit Body Armor Ring Selling items at Gun Shows

[ShooterInPA1]

http://www.wctv.tv/home/headlines/228660431.html

"These suspects sold dangerous products to unsuspecting consumers raking in large profits for themselves," said FDLE Orlando Regional Operations Center Special Agent in Charge Danny Banks.

The investigation began in August 2013 when Point Blank Enterprises, Inc. received a customer complaint. The customer indicated that he purchased Point Blank body armor at a gun show in West Palm Beach, Fla. and thought the product was counterfeit. Point Blank Enterprises, Inc. determined the armor was fake and contacted FDLE.

Ballistic tests conducted on the bogus product determined it provided no ballistic protection.

[Gunowner99]

I'd hate to rely on that stuff! Bad news.

[justashooter]

there was a batch of used vests released by CTD and other retailers for about $40 a piece during the summer that were well used and dated 1996-2004. some of them are showing up with ballistic material in new carriers at recent gunshows. most of them are still good for level 2 or better. the armour made after 2005 has an anti moisture coating that prevents degradation. any material made before then should be inspected for condition. remember guys, you need to take the panels out before you wash the carrier.