Angel Armor

What Angel Armor does

Angel Armor, LLC is a privately held Fort Collins, Colorado-based manufacturer of ballistic protection equipment for sworn First Responders, Military personnel, and Federal Agents in the United States. The company builds its products on a composite ballistic technology platform originally developed in 2000, with its RISE concealable body armor system serving as the flagship line and offering multiple carrier variants (Patrol, Tactical, Uniform, Stealth, Utility, Flex, and Rescue). A modular rifle plate attachment branded Truth SNAP enables all-day rifle-rated protection when paired with the concealable carrier, and the Avail line extends into NIJ Level III+ and Level IIIA ballistic door panels for Ford, GM, and Dodge police vehicles. An accessory ecosystem called Ally One, including MOLLE/PALS-compatible pouches, mission flap placards, comfort accessories, and integrations with Fidlock magnetic clips, Blade-Tech MOLLE LOK mounts, and FirstSpear components, surrounds the core carrier platform. All body armor products are NIJ-certified and listed on the NIJ approved body armor register.

Angel Armor sells directly to agencies and individual officers through a hybrid model combining direct field sales, a company-controlled e-commerce storefront at angelarmor.com, and three cooperative purchasing contracts (BuyBoard 798-26, NPPGov PS25630, NASP ValuePoint 198463) that streamline government procurement. Body armor systems are quote-based with custom fitting based on individual body measurements; concealable panels are publicly priced between $124.99 and $154.99, and accessories range from $7.99 to $84.99, while vehicle armor pricing is not disclosed. Customer acquisition combines content marketing, social media, trade shows (SHOT Show, EMS World Expo, TPCA Conference), community sponsorships including the Police Unity Tour, and a seven-year partnership with SHIELD616 for rifle-rated body armor fundraising. The company does not disclose revenue, has no public funding rounds, and operates with 11-50 employees. Its most recent strategic expansion is the October 2025 launch of the RISE Rescue Carrier for Fire and EMS professionals, marking its first deliberate move outside the law enforcement core segment.

Name

Angel Armor

Legal name

Angel Armor, LLC

Website

https://angelarmor.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Angel Armor is a Fort Collins, Colorado-based private manufacturer of NIJ-certified ballistic body armor and vehicle armor systems, sold exclusively to sworn First Responders, Military, and Federal Agents across the United States via direct sales, e-commerce, and cooperative purchasing contracts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ballistic Protection Equipment

NAICS

Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (332994)

SIC

Ordnance & Accessories, (No Vehicles/Guided Missiles) (3480)

akta.pro primary industry

Armor Systems (Passive/Reactive/Active Protection) & Survivability Kits (IMABAJAJ)

Keywords

• Ballistic body armor
• Concealable armor systems
• Rifle protection plates
• Vehicle ballistic panels
• Tactical carrier accessories

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Collins

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Body Armor Sales: Sale of ballistic body armor systems including RISE carriers, armor packages, and concealable vests. Products are sold as complete systems or individual components with mix-and-match capabilities for law enforcement departments and individual officers.
2. Rifle Plates: Sale of Truth SNAP rifle-rated plates including 308 Elite, 308 Standard, 308 Premium, 308 Ultra, and 855 models. Plates provide Level III+ rifle protection for integration with carrier systems.
3. Vehicle Armor: Custom-designed and manufactured ballistic door panels for police vehicles at NIJ Level III+ and Level IIIA standards, serving Ford, GM, and Dodge police car platforms.
4. Carrier Accessories and Pouches: Sale of Ally One pouch series, comfort accessories, and attachment accessories including IFAK pouches, magazine pouches, handcuff pouches, and MOLLE mounting systems.
5. Backpack Armor: Sale of concealable armor panels designed for insertion into backpacks, purses, briefcases, and laptop bags for civilian personal protection.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

Angel Armor designs, manufactures, and sells ballistic protection equipment for sworn First Responders, Military, and Federal Agents. The portfolio centers on the RISE concealable body armor system with custom-fit manufacturing, the Truth SNAP modular rifle plate system, Avail vehicle ballistic door panels for police cars, and the Ally One modular pouch and accessory ecosystem. All products are NIJ-certified and sold exclusively to authorized public safety and military buyers.

Product overview

Angel Armor offers a comprehensive body armor and vehicle armor portfolio built around the RISE® ballistic vest system. The core RISE® platform includes multiple carrier variants—Rescue Carrier (for Fire/EMS), Stealth Carrier (concealable), Patrol Carrier 2.0 (patrol), Uniform Carrier 2.0 (uniform), Utility Carrier (general use), Flex Carrier (adaptable), and Tactical Carrier (full-coverage)—all designed for all-day wear and customizable fit. The Truth SNAP® modular rifle plate system and Truth 308 series plates (Elite, Standard, Premium, Ultra) and Truth 855 plates provide rifle-rated protection when worn with RISE carriers. The Avail® Vehicle Armor line offers NIJ Level III+ and IIIA ballistic door panels for police vehicles. The Ally One™ accessory ecosystem includes modular pouches (mag, handcuff, IFAK, radio, OC spray, dump), attachment accessories (MOLLE bridges/clips, mission flap placards), and comfort accessories (shoulder pads, air vents). The Concealable Armor Panel provides civilian-accessible protection for everyday bags. Angel Armor sells exclusively to sworn First Responders, Military, and Federal Agents, with products NIJ-certified and supported by Texas SB 12 Grant and BVP Program participation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• RISE: Flagship concealable body armor system including Rescue Carrier, Patrol Carrier 2.0, Tactical Carrier, Flex Carrier, Uniform Carrier 2.0, Stealth Carrier, and Utility Carrier.
• Truth SNAP
• Ally One
• Avail

Products and services

• RISE Body Armor System The flagship concealable ballistic vest system for law enforcement officers, featuring customizable fit and all-day wearable protection with rifle-rated capability when paired with Truth SNAP plates.
• RISE Rescue Carrier High-performance, mission-ready carrier designed specifically for Fire and EMS professionals with customizable features for emergency responders.
• RISE Tactical Carrier Full-coverage tactical carrier for high-risk operations, part of the RISE carrier family.
• RISE Flex Carrier Flexible carrier design for adaptable use across different mission requirements.
• RISE Stealth Carrier Concealable carrier designed for discreet under-uniform wear with radically concealed technology.
• RISE Patrol Carrier 2.0 Enhanced patrol carrier positioned as a new standard in professional patrol protection.
• RISE Uniform Carrier 2.0 Updated uniform carrier for professional patrol wear under standard uniforms.
• RISE Utility Carrier Versatile carrier designed for general utility and patrol applications.
• RISE Armor Packages Complete armor packages that integrate with all RISE carriers for complete ballistic protection systems.
• Truth SNAP Plate System Modular rifle plate system providing all-day rifle-rated protection, compatible with RISE carriers via SNAP attachment mechanism.
• Truth 308 Elite Rifle Plate Rifle plate rated for 7.62x51mm NATO (.308 Winchester) threats, elite tier performance.
• Truth 308 Standard Rifle Plate Rifle plate rated for 7.62x51mm NATO (.308 Winchester) threats, standard tier.
• Truth 308 Premium Rifle Plate Rifle plate rated for 7.62x51mm NATO (.308 Winchester) threats, premium tier.
• Truth 308 Ultra Rifle Plate Rifle plate rated for 7.62x51mm NATO (.308 Winchester) threats, ultra tier.
• Truth 855 Rifle Plate Rifle plate rated for 5.56x45mm NATO threats.
• Truth Plate Backer Backer plate for enhanced protection and comfort when used with Truth rifle plates.
• Avail Vehicle Armor Ballistic door panel systems for police vehicles providing in-vehicle protection, available in NIJ Level III+ and Level IIIA ratings.
• Avail NIJ Level III+ Vehicle Armor Rifle-rated vehicle armor for driver's side door panels of Ford, GM, and Dodge police vehicles.
• Avail NIJ Level IIIA Vehicle Armor Handgun-rated vehicle armor for driver's side door panels of police vehicles.
• Concealable Armor Panel Ultra-thin, lightweight ballistic panel (less than 1/4 inch thick, under 1.5 lb) for insertion into backpacks, purses, briefcases, and laptop bags; surpasses NIJ Level IIIA standards for multi-round handgun protection.
• Ally One Pouch Series Modular pouch line including IFAK, admin, handcuff, dump, magazine, tourniquet, radio/taser, OC spray, flashlight, and baton pouches with MOLLE/PALS compatibility and Fidlock magnetic attachments.

Quantifiable outcome

• Officers report wearing RISE vest 50+ hours per week with comfort, enabling consistent protection throughout shifts
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SHIELD616coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Seven-year partnership with SHIELD616, an organization that raises funds for rifle-rated body armor for law enforcement officers. Angel Armor hosts the annual TOUR de SHIELD616 ride at its Fort Collins headquarters during National Police Week. The partnership has evolved from throw-over vests to all-day wearable protection solutions. Riders tour the facility, share meals with staff, and continue their approximately 300-mile journey across Colorado.
• Police Unity TourcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAngel Armor is a proud sponsor of the Police Unity Tour, an annual bicycle ride from Somerset, NJ to Washington D.C. that commemorates and honors fallen police officers. The event raises funds for the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. Angel Armor sponsors riders including those from Fort Collins Police Department honoring fallen officers Lt. Larry Estes and Deputy Bill Hunter.
• BuyBoardcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAngel Armor participates in BuyBoard cooperative purchasing program (Contract Number 798-26) enabling government agencies to procure body armor and tactical gear through established contract vehicles with competitive pricing.
• NPPGovcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAngel Armor participates in NPPGov cooperative purchasing program (Contract Number PS25630), a national cooperative serving public safety and law enforcement agencies with procurement access to Angel Armor products.
• NASP ValuePointcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAngel Armor is listed on NASP ValuePoint cooperative purchasing program (Agreement 198463) for body armor and ballistic resistant products, providing procurement pathways for government agencies.
• OtterBoxminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOtterBox products featured as sweepstakes prizes including dry boxes with Angel Armor branded cigars, and tumblers and backpack coolers in Angel Armor merchandise giveaways.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Point Blank Enterprises: Largest US manufacturer of body armor for law enforcement, offering concealable vests, rifle plates, and carrier systems to the same municipal and federal agency customers as Angel Armor. Direct overlap across the entire RISE product portfolio.
• GH Armor Systems: Mid-market US body armor manufacturer selling concealable vests and rifle plates to law enforcement. Comparable scale and customer base to Angel Armor, often co-listed on cooperative purchasing contracts.
• Armor Express (KDH Defense Systems): Manufacturer of concealable body armor and hard rifle plates for US law enforcement and military. Direct competitor in NIJ Level IIIA soft armor and Level III+ plate categories where Angel Armor competes.
• Survival Armor: Specialty manufacturer of custom-fit body armor for first responders and military, with similar custom-measurement workflow to Angel Armor's RISE system. Comparable niche positioning in the patrol-officer segment.
• Revision Military: Producer of tactical protective equipment including ballistic plates, eyewear, and soldier systems. Overlaps with Angel Armor on the rifle-plate and tactical-carrier categories for military and tactical law enforcement users.

Broad incumbents

• Safariland (The Safariland Group): Broad incumbent in law enforcement equipment, offering body armor (Second Chance, PROTECH), holsters, and tactical gear. Overlaps with Angel Armor on body armor but serves a much wider portfolio across public safety.
• BAE Systems (Survivability Systems): Large defense prime with survivability and protective systems product lines serving military and law enforcement. Competes with Angel Armor on vehicle armor (Avail line) and select body armor opportunities via much broader scale.

Others

• Honeywell (Performance Materials): Upstream ballistic material supplier (Spectra fiber) and through integrators competes indirectly in ballistic protection. Adjacent rather than direct — comparable only as a benchmark for ballistic-material-driven competitive dynamics.

Regional players

• Mehler VARIO (Mehler Protection): European-based manufacturer of ballistic vests, plates, and protective equipment serving law enforcement and military. Comparable product portfolio to Angel Armor but operates primarily in EMEA rather than the US-only market Angel Armor serves.

Emerging players

• Highcom Security Solutions: Mid-market US maker of NIJ-certified hard armor plates and concealable vests targeting law enforcement and federal agencies. Comparable to Angel Armor's Truth SNAP plate line and a frequent cooperative-contract co-listing.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/angelarmorpro
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCbz4iyqrk_YTSQDu1124p-g/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/AngelArmorIntel
• Instagraminstagram.com/angelarmorpro

Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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