The latest line of modular ballistic systems is currently undergoing final testing and evaluation. These products have been designed using advanced materials, including DuPont Kevlar® composites, and engineered to meet or exceed NIJ Level IIA and IIIA standards for facial and modular protection.
M11 Alpha ballistic face shield / Photo: Werewolf Tactical
The M11 Alpha ballistic mask was designed in accordance with NIJ standards and offers ballistic resistance at Level IIA (IIIA), which is possible; however, there is no explicit confirmation from the manufacturer regarding the exact protection rating assigned to this specific mask. The manufacturer states IIA resistance, while another source reports a ballistic rating of IIIA, which is two levels higher. The face shield is made of polymer and Kevlar, and is compatible with helmets, allowing integration with side accessory rails.
The M11 Alpha was designed to meet standards for integration with standard ballistic helmets, goggles, and communication devices. Its durability and comfort have been verified through testing and field trials.
M7 ATS respirator unit / Photo: Werewolf Tactical
Werewolf Tactical LLC guarantees that its products are free from manufacturing defects, both in materials and quality, for ten years from the date of purchase by the original owner.
At the same time, the company states and cautions that its products, i.e., the ballistic armor of the face shield, are made from advanced materials and tested in accordance with recognized standards; however, no protective system can guarantee complete safety in all tactical scenarios.
Ronin ballistic helmet / Photo: Devtac
When used correctly in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, the M11 Alpha can reduce injuries from certain small-caliber bullets, fragments, shrapnel, or blunt-force trauma. However, ballistic resistance may vary depending on the type of projectile, its velocity, the angle of impact, the distance, and environmental conditions.
Upon successful completion of the testing phase, the manufacturer anticipates that these products, specifically, the M11 Alpha face shield and the M7 ATS ballistic respirator, will soon be available for sale. Exact release dates will be announced on the company’s official website.
NovaSteel-Ballistic Mandible / Photo: Adept
Werewolf Tactical LLC does not provide technical specifications for its products, limiting itself to a brief statement that updated information will be released soon; therefore, no further information can be provided about the above-mentioned shields at this time. Available sources indicate that the shield offers full ballistic coverage of the face and skull at Level IIIA. The eye shield is made of polycarbonate that meets military standard requirements. The shield can be seamlessly integrated with a helmet for tactical operations. The mask is lightweight, and its ergonomic design ensures wearing comfort. However, no information is available regarding the shield’s weight.
M11 mask attached to helmet during exercise / Photo: Werewolf Tactical
Looking at the M11 Alpha mask, one may get the strong impression that the designers of this new face shield took as their starting point two already existing ballistic face and head shields, namely, products created by the American company ADEPT, with its NovaSteel Ballistic Mandible, and by another company from Japan, whose flagship design is the complete ballistic head protection known as the Ronin.
The combination of these two designs resulted in Werewolf Tactical LLC’s Ralpha face shield. Likewise, the paint scheme of the M7 respirator may also evoke associations with the Punisher character.