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John 242 · November 9, 2005, 10:20 PM

Hello,
I am looking for information of the effects on the wearer of a Level III or IIIA vest after a hit Edit; and save from a shotgun slug of the type (1 oz. rifled slug?) used in a self-defense shooting scenario. (Edited To add; I am interested because it is said that even if the vest stops the slug, that the wearer would be basically taken out of the fight. I don't agree with this.)
I have heard stories of "broken bones" instant incapacitation, and even death. I have been unable to find any real evidence to either confirm or deny this.
Personal experiences in this matter would be helpful, along with any links to authoritative websites.
Thank you very much,
John

November 9, 2005, 10:20 PM	#1
John 242 Member Join Date: November 9, 2005 Location: Ardmore, OK Posts: 27	Shotgun Slugs and Level III armor? Hello, I am looking for information of the effects on the wearer of a Level III or IIIA vest after a hit Edit; and save from a shotgun slug of the type (1 oz. rifled slug?) used in a self-defense shooting scenario. (Edited To add; I am interested because it is said that even if the vest stops the slug, that the wearer would be basically taken out of the fight. I don't agree with this.) I have heard stories of "broken bones" instant incapacitation, and even death. I have been unable to find any real evidence to either confirm or deny this. Personal experiences in this matter would be helpful, along with any links to authoritative websites. Thank you very much, John Last edited by John 242; November 10, 2005 at 12:12 AM.