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The main downside of pretty much any purchase like that is that it distracts your attention/time/money from other safety gear. For instance, an extra fire exti

The main downside of pretty much any purchase like that is that it distracts your attention/time/money from other safety gear. For instance, an extra fire extinguisher on the other side of the house is probably a better purchase for most people in terms of safety. But someone might spend their "safety" budget (time, money, attention) on the armor and then be left without the basics. Also, unless you have a gun already or you are physically strong, armor doesn't seem likely to be effective.

mywittyname 6y ago
> Also, unless you have a gun already or you are physically strong, armor doesn't seem likely to be effective. Exactly, body armor only helps prevent bullet penetration. Your body is still absorbing a shitload of energy. It's like being hit with a baseball bat. You have to be a large, strong person to maintain physical capabilities after being hit. Also body armor is extremely fickle; it must be worn and fitted correctly. It is akin to a well-tailored Italian suit. If you gain a few pounds, it won't fit right. Bad fit = bad protection. Also, they don't protect the lower abdomen and groin areas -- which is a serious risk when a shooter is aiming for center mass, bullets fall as they travel.