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With more than 10,400 knife attacks in France in 2024, choosing the right knife-resistant clothing has become a major personal safety issue. Whether you're a security professional, a journalist reporting on a story, or just an individual concerned about your protection, this guide will help you choose the equipment best suited to your needs.
Why knife protection in 2025?
A worrying evolution of urban threats
Urban security statistics reveal a worrying reality: bladed weapons represent one of the main threats in public spaces today. Contrary to popular belief, current events remind us daily that knife attacks do not only concern law enforcement officers, but also affect an increasingly wider public.
Certainly, professionals such as security agents, reporters, and certain medical personnel are exposed, but increasingly and alarmingly, it is in the streets, in schools, and in every corner of our society that citizens are subjected to these attacks.
Discreet and effective protection
There are many defense methods, and the stab-resistant vest, like the V007 model, is one of the most effective modern ways to meet the basic need for simple, effective, and discreet protection. Gone are the days of bulky, stigmatizing bulletproof vests. Innovative brands like VEST PARIS and Miguel Caballero have successfully integrated puncture protection into seemingly normal clothing.
The top of technology: Kevlar, Dyneema and alloys
Kevlar: the historical reference
Kevlar remains the benchmark fiber for ballistic and puncture protection. Developed by DuPont, this aramid fiber boasts exceptional characteristics. Its advantages include tensile strength 5 times greater than steel, remarkable lightness (density 1.44 g/cm³), resistance to extreme temperatures, and field-proven durability.
Its limitations are UV sensitivity (long-term degradation), moisture absorption which can affect performance and high production cost
Dyneema: ultra-high performance innovation
Dyneema, an ultra-high-performance polyethylene fiber, is revolutionizing the personal protection industry. This Dutch technology offers superior performance in an even more compact format.
Its performance is exceptional: cut resistance 15 times greater than steel, the lightest fiber in the world (density 0.97 g/cm³), hydrophobic (does not retain moisture), exceptional chemical resistance and improved UV resistance.
New composite fibers
After discussing Kevlar and Dyneema, it's time to move on to alloys. The composite fibers that VEST PARIS uses provide new performance features, often superior to traditional fibers. Manufacturers like Our supplier, Protecop, is constantly developing new hybrid materials. Among these hybrids, there are three main families:
The aramid-polyethylene hybrid fibers used in the V007 jacket from VEST PARIS combine the advantages of Kevlar and Dyneema.
Integrated ceramic fibers strengthen against the sharpest blades.
Carbon nanofibers promise unparalleled performance in an ultra-compact format.
Understanding Protection Levels and Certifications
If you opt for this type of knife or bulletproof protection, knowing the standards is important. The market offers a wide variety of protection options, but how can you navigate them to be certain of the effectiveness of your protection? Even if some specialized sites sometimes display these certifications without actually complying with them? That's why it's always best to rely on trusted suppliers.
There are 3 types of international resistance standards:
ASTM F1790 Standard (United States) :
- Level 1: protection against 25 joules of energy
- Level 2: protection against 35 joules of energy
- Level 3: protection against 50 joules of energy
ISO 13997 Standard (Europe):
Classification by cut resistance from 1 to 5, with level 5 being the highest.
HOSDB Certification (UK):
This standard, specific to British police forces, is particularly demanding. VEST PARIS recommends the first two standards, the American and the European, as they are the most widely used and benchmarked.
Priority protection areas
As you can see on our website, effective knife protection must cover 3 major vital areas:
Zone 1 with the frontal torso concerns the heart and large vessels, the lungs and the major digestive organs
Zone 2 with the dorsal torso includes the spine, kidneys and the posterior surface of the lungs
Finally, zone 3 with the flanks for the lateral abdomen. Very few jackets or vests offer this protective coverage. The V007 model does.
How to choose your stab-resistant jacket: the essential criteria
1. Assess the threat level
Although sometimes level 2 is sufficient, we recommend opting for officially certified level 3 protection. Like the V007 jacket from VEST PARIS , certified IIIA, which offers bulletproof protection in addition to stab resistance.
2. Comfort and practicality criteria
Breathability is important because Kevlar and Polyethylene do not allow moisture to escape.
Your freedom of movement should not be restricted by such a jacket. Because it is designed for everyday wear, it should be neither a burden nor a handicap. This is why the search for comfort and total mobility was a priority in the development of the V007 stab- and bullet-proof jacket.
Finally, discretion is essential. What's the point of wearing protection that's visible to everyone? It must blend in with your outfit. That's why the thickness of modern protection (2-4mm) allows for invisible integration under normal clothing.
3. Durability and maintenance
Washing resistance: Check the care instructions. The best protectors can be machine washed at 30°C, but at VEST, we recommend removing the protectors before washing the jacket.
The lifespan of anti-knife or ballistic protection is 5 to 10 years depending on use. The V007 jacket is guaranteed for 7 years.
The manufacturer's warranty is essential. Choose brands that offer extended warranties on the integrity of the protective fibers.
"Style and protection" wedding: the VEST PARIS approach
Elegance in the service of safety
VEST PARIS revolutionizes the approach to personal protection by offering a bulletproof or stab-resistant vest with a timeless design that makes protection invisible. This philosophy, integrated into the V007 model, meets a growing need: to wear effective protection without compromising your professional image.
The 4 advantages of the “stealth protection” approach:
- No social stigma
- Can be worn in all circumstances and every day
- Increased psychological effectiveness (surprise effect)
- Comfort of daily use
Advanced and high-end textile technologies
In order to give his jacket anti-knife and bulletproof V007, a high-end aesthetic, VEST PARIS uses materials that combine refinement and durability. Impact resistance and weather resistance. The choice of materials used allows for unparalleled comfort in terms of weight and breathability.
Professional User Testimonials
Jacques, business leader in Corsica
“I've been wearing a V007 jacket for 7 years, back then it was called Inventive Citi. Great product! I go to work and go out in it, I also wear it hunting. I've gained confidence and I'm no longer afraid.”
Frédéric, reporter - Sensitive areas
“I have covered several events wearing the VEST PARIS bulletproof vest, in Paris and Nice during the attacks and even sometimes during certain demonstrations that can degenerate. Journalists are increasingly exposed; in my 25-year career, I have seen the situation deteriorate and the exposure to risk is increasingly serious.”
Investment and value for money
Cost vs. Personal Safety
The price of a stab protection device ranges from €200 to €2,000, depending on the specifications. This expense should be considered an investment in your personal safety. We had fun comparing the cost of such protection with the financial consequences a victim will suffer after an attack.
- Average cost of hospitalization following an assault: €15,000
- Average work stoppage: 3 to 6 months
- Psychological impact: inestimable
Our purchasing advice
First of all, avoid low-cost solutions . Your safety is not compromised. Entry-level protections can have critical failures or even meet standards even though they have not passed any tests. This is very often the case.
We also encourage you to focus on specialist brands . Vest Paris is a reputable and well-known brand with 10 years of experience, but the range is wide. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us and we will do our best to help you.
Finally, ask for certifications and demand official test reports before any purchase.
The Future of Knife Protection
We can obviously give free rein to our imagination, but in this area, technological innovations are slow. Among the developments we can foresee, integrated artificial intelligence is clearly one of the major turning points. Some companies are currently working on sensors that detect impacts and automatically alert emergency services.
Others are working on self-repairing materials incorporating fibers capable of rebuilding after a puncture.
Finally, modular protection with systems allowing the level of protection to be adapted according to the context is still a fiction that still belongs to the imagination.
Your safety, your choice
Choosing stab protection in 2025 requires a methodical approach that takes into account your specific needs, budget, and usage constraints. Current technologies combine maximum protection with total discretion, paving the way for the widespread adoption of this equipment.
VEST PARIS, a French pioneer in urban protection, continues to innovate to offer solutions adapted to contemporary challenges. Whether you choose preventive or professional protection, the key lies in the quality of the materials and the reliability of the manufacturer.
Never forget that the best protection is prevention, but having reliable equipment can make the difference between a simple incident and a tragedy.
*For more information on our technical protection solutions, see our full range at vestparis.com or contact our experts for personalized advice.