R-12 was founded by Daniel F. Saad, MD, a board-certified surgeon who is also a South Carolina State Constable to offer a soft cap with 360 degree armor protection from NIJ Level IIIA threats.
Weighing between 10-12 oz, R-12 ballistic headwear is available in three models: The Patrol which is a military Patrol Cap, the Halo which is a ball cap and the Oscie which is not shown but may be worn other soft caps or shemaghs to provide ballistic protection to the head.
A direct quote:
“R-12 Industries is committed to protecting those who serve others in the law enforcement, security, and military communities. It is our intent to give these individuals a tactical advantage against threats. Thus, per our company policy, R-12 does not make its ballistic products available for purchase by general public.”
5$ says they don’t want people on Youtube testing the BFD of these. They say they match the performance of hard helmets but I don’t believe that at all if you consider the behind armor injuries of soft body armor vs hard.
The general public- they’re on their own.