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The erosion-resistant armor is based on the skin of the Yellow Fattail Scorpion of North Africa—one of the more deadly varieties with venom capable of killing an adult male in under two hours.

The YouTube Channel "Mrgunsngear" tests the Tactical Scorpion Gear Level III+ polyethylene composite Level III+ plates vs M193 5.56, 308, 7.62x39, and some 30-06 armor piercing rounds.

The level IV PE core armor plate is available with either Alumina or Silicone Carbide ceramic faces (Silicone Carbide is 14% Lighter than Alumina). For front and/or back protection Plate Sizes ...

On the surface, the Scorpion EXO Transformer jacket seems like it should offer good protection, but there are some areas I am concerned about. Impact Protection. The EXO Transformer jacket has sleeves ...

To earn this unique piece of legendary armor you’ll need to travel to five locations, each with Serqet somewhere in the name. For completing the challenges, you’ll get the Serqet Carapace ...