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- Why Bulletproof Zone?
The Bladerunner Covert Vest is a concealable soft body armor system rated to NIJ Level II, stopping all handgun rounds up to and including .357 Magnum. Constructed from a unique ballistic and anti-stab material, the vest also defends against knives, sharpened instruments, picks, and bottles up to 16 joules of penetration force, plus 100% of slash attacks. Four-point adjustable fit and a total weight under 1.7 kg make it suited to all-day, every-day wear beneath ordinary clothing. Available in sizes S through 4XL.
Who this is for
- Security and close-protection professionals who require discreet, all-day handgun and blade protection without external gear.
- First responders and public-sector workers operating in environments where both ballistic and edged-weapon threats are present.
- Civilians seeking everyday concealable protection who want a vest worn directly under a shirt or light jacket without visible profiling.
Threat coverage
The Covert Vest is rated to NIJ Level II, covering handgun threats up to and including .357 Magnum. This rating addresses the full range of common handgun calibers at standard service velocities. It does not stop rifle rounds; rifle-caliber threats require a hard armor plate in addition to this vest.
Beyond ballistic coverage, the vest's construction resists stab and spike attacks up to 16 joules and defeats 100% of slash attacks from knives, sharpened instruments, picks, and bottles. This combined ballistic and anti-stab protection in a single garment distinguishes it from panels that address only one threat category.
The protection level can be upgraded to Level III+ by pairing the vest with compatible hard armor plates, available separately.
Concealability and comfort
Total vest weight stays under 1.7 kg depending on size, keeping the profile low enough for continuous wear beneath a shirt or light jacket. Four-point adjustments allow the fit to be dialed in across a wide range of torso shapes, distributing the load evenly and preventing the vest from shifting during movement. The design is intended for day-in, day-out, all-day use rather than intermittent tactical deployment.
Care and maintenance
Follow the care instructions supplied with the vest. Ballistic and anti-stab panels should not be machine washed. Inspect the panel regularly for signs of moisture damage, delamination, or physical impact. Store away from direct sunlight and high heat. Contact us if you need guidance on replacement intervals or panel condition assessment.
Specifications
- Brand: Bladerunner
- SKU: COV2/16JS
- Ballistic rating: NIJ Level II (stops all handguns up to and including .357 Magnum)
- Stab/spike resistance: Up to 16 joules
- Slash resistance: 100% of slashes
- Weight: Under 1.7 kg (size-dependent)
- Fit adjustment: Four-point adjustable
- Sizes available: S (36"–39") / M (39"–42") / L (42"–45") / XL (45"–48") / 2XL (48"–51") / 3XL (51"–54") / 4XL (54"–57")
- Upgradeable to: Level III+ with compatible hard armor plates (sold separately)
- Purchase options: Buy or Rent
Fit and carrier compatibility
The vest ships as a complete wearable garment, not a loose insert requiring a separate carrier. The four-point adjustment system accommodates chest circumferences from 36" (S) through 57" (4XL). The sizing chart below maps chest and waist measurements to each size designation.
| Size | Chest (inches) | Waist (inches) |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 34–38 | 28 |
| Medium | 38–43 | 32 |
| Large | 43–46 | 36 |
| X-Large | 46–48 | 40 |
| 2X-Large | 48–50 | 44 |
| 3X-Large | 50–52 | 47 |
| 4X-Large | 52–53 | 51 |
If your measurements fall between sizes, contact us for a fit recommendation before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
What is NIJ Level II and what does it stop?
NIJ Level II is a ballistic resistance standard covering handgun threats up to and including .357 Magnum at standard service velocities. It addresses the full range of common handgun calibers encountered in civilian and law-enforcement contexts. This vest does not stop rifle-caliber rounds; for rifle threats, a Level III or Level IV hard armor plate is required in addition to soft armor.
Does this vest stop knife and stab attacks?
Yes. The vest resists stab and spike penetration up to 16 joules and defeats 100% of slashes from knives, sharpened instruments, picks, and bottles. This combined protection in a single garment means you do not need to layer separate anti-stab and ballistic panels.
How do I upgrade this vest to Level III+ protection?
It depends on your threat environment. The vest is designed to accept compatible hard armor plates, which elevate the ballistic rating to Level III+. The plates are sold separately. Contact us if you need guidance on which plate is the correct fit for this vest.
Can I wear this all day under normal clothing?
Yes. The vest weighs under 1.7 kg and uses a four-point adjustment system to distribute load evenly across the torso. It is specifically designed for continuous, all-day wear beneath ordinary shirts or light jackets without visible profiling.
How do I choose the right size?
Use the chest and waist measurements in the sizing table above. Chest circumference is the primary fit indicator; the four-point adjustments handle variation within each size band. If your measurements place you at the boundary between two sizes, contact us before ordering.
Can this vest be shipped to my location, and are there any legal restrictions?
This product ships from the UK worldwide via UPS Express (international, duty unpaid) and Royal Mail (UK domestic). International buyers are responsible for any import duties or taxes applied at the destination. Body armor purchase and possession laws vary by country and, in the US, by state. Cannot be shipped to New York or Connecticut due to state body armor restrictions. Under 18 U.S.C. § 931, anyone with a federal felony conviction for a crime of violence is prohibited from purchasing or possessing body armor. Verify local regulations before ordering.
Bulletproof Zone will ship orders as soon as possible. For example, if you purchase three items, they will be shipped to you based on lead time and availability. This way you get as much of your order as soon as possible, which means that your order may come in separate packages, especially if you order products from different manufacturers.
We will bear the shipping cost for products returned because of product defect, misrepresentation, or false description. Afterward, we will initiate a full reimbursement should you decline an offer to replace the item with the same item of equal value and assured quality.
Order Confirmation:
As soon as you place your order with Bulletproof Zone, you will receive an order confirmation e-mail. This means that your order has been logged in our system and your credit card has been pre-authorized for the purchase. Afterward, we contact our suppliers to confirm the availability of the product you are ordering for immediate shipment. If your item is on backorder or unavailable, we will cancel the pre-authorization and duly inform you via e-mail.
Order Shipment:
Orders are shipped within five business days from the date of your order unless specified otherwise on the product page. The product page will contain the most accurate estimate on shipping and lead times. Shipping and lead times provided on the product page are our best estimates based various factors including order volume, information from our manufacturer, raw material fluctuations, etc., and may vary due to these factors.
You will receive an email containing the tracking information of your order after the order has been shipped to your location. If you do not receive tracking information from us within seven business days of the lead time specified on the product page, feel free to follow up with us at orders@bulletproofzone.com.
Bulletproof Zone is not responsible for lost or stolen packages. A tracking number will be provided when the package is shipped. It is the buyer’s responsibility to provide a safe place to receive mail. Once an item has been marked as delivered by the carrier, the seller is not responsible should that item go missing.
Some of our products are carried by manufacturers in various countries. Due to the nature and cost of the products that Bulletproof Zone sells, you may be charged additional import duties upon delivery. Our support team can help in investigating abnormally high import duty charges but we are unable to cover the cost of any import duties.
Damages:
We take full responsibility for any obvious damage to your product caused by wrong packaging or delivering an already defective product. Please inspect the packaging of your item(s) when they arrive, if you notice any damage, you should document it when signing for delivery. If the item(s) contained in the package arrives damaged, please send photos to support@bulletproofzone.com, and we will process an insurance claim on your behalf.
Returns and Cancellation Policy:
We back all our products with a customer satisfaction guarantee, so we created a fair return and cancellation policy.
All sales are final. No Refunds, No Cancellations. In most cases, once the order is processed, it is final and not cancellable. We may allow exceptions due to an order error or wish to return your order after delivery for any reason other than a product defect or misrepresentation. Any cancellation request is subject to an administration and cancellation fee equal to 10% of your order with a minimum of $35, whether order shipment is successful or not.
All sales are final on all closeout items and for custom manufactured bulletproof clothing once the manufacturing process has begun or not returnable unless there is a product defect or misrepresentation. Applicable to brands such as MC Armor, Israel Catalog, BulletBlocker, Tacticon Armament, Wonder Hoodie, and others.
Before returning any product, you MUST obtain a return authorization from our customer service representative. We can only process AUTHORIZED returns for items.
To make a Return or Exchange:
- Obtain authorization for return or exchange by emailing us at support@bulletproofzone.com explaining the reason for the return or exchange.
- Please use or indicate your order number as attention
Return or exchanges request submission must be within 14 calendar days upon receipt of shipment unless noted otherwise on the product description page. Your return must be in original packaging and unused.
We encourage using USPS flat-rate shipping in returning products to receive a shipping expense refund. Buyers must ensure all returned parcels delivery receipt AND signature confirmation. We highly recommend insuring your parcel as we cannot issue a refund for an item that we do not receive back should it get lost/damaged during transit.
Refunds:
Should an item be returned because it was defective, misrepresented, not as described, etc., Bulletproof Zone will issue a full refund and will reimburse the customer for all shipping expenses associated with the return.
Please allow 5-10 business days from the time the item is received to process a refund. Refunds will only be issued to the original credit card that you use when placing your order.
We stand behind our products 100%!
By purchasing any of our items, the buyer certifies they have read and agree to our shipping, return, and privacy policies.
The Bulletproof Zone Promise
When you buy body armor, you're buying your safety. We don't take that lightly. Here's what every order from Bulletproof Zone includes.
1. Authorized dealer of every brand we carry
Every plate, vest, and carrier we ship comes from the manufacturer directly to our warehouse. We don't sell gray-market product, surplus, or returns. That means factory-fresh stock, the full manufacturer warranty, and real after-sale support — the kind only an authorized dealer can offer.
We maintain authorized-dealer relationships with America's leading body armor brands, including Spartan Armor Systems, AR500 Armor, RMA Defense, Shellback Tactical, Caliber Armor, DFNDR Armor, Protection Group Denmark, BulletSafe, BulletBlocker, and over 40 more.
2. Best price, guaranteed
If you find a lower price at another authorized dealer of the same product within six months of your purchase, we'll refund the difference.
Why the "authorized dealer" requirement? Because gray-market and surplus armor may not be genuine, may have a compromised supply chain, and almost never comes with a manufacturer warranty. We won't price-match against products that may not actually protect you.
3. Free fitment consultation
Body armor only protects you if it fits. Email us a photo and your measurements before you order, and one of our specialists will help you size your carrier and plates correctly — at no charge, no obligation.
4. Trusted by thousands of customers
Bulletproof Zone has been a trusted authorized dealer of America's leading body armor manufacturers for over five years. We have over 4,000 verified Trustpilot reviews from real customers across all 50 states.
Price Match Guarantee — Terms
- You must have purchased the item from our website before requesting the price match.
- Discounted items and "free with purchase" items are not eligible.
- The item must be in stock on the competitor's website at the time of your request.
- The price match is valid for six months from the date of your purchase.
- The competitor must be an authorized dealer of the product. Auction sites (eBay, Overstock), discounters, and gray-market resellers do not qualify.
- The competitor must operate an online store. Brick-and-mortar-only retailers do not qualify.
- Price match applies to the item price plus shipping. Sales tax is excluded.
To request a price match, email us a link to the product on our site and the same product on the competitor's site within six months of purchase. We'll process the refund.
Why Bulletproof Zone?
At Bulletproof Zone, we are passionate about protecting lives. Every piece from our catalog is designed and rigorously tested to provide the highest quality of protection you need from firearms, explosives or even close quarters combat.
We’ve partnered with various manufacturers that operate within the United States under a strict set of guidelines both on a national and corporate level so that when you shop with us, you will be able to select from the highest quality body armor, ballistic plates and tactical gear available on the market.
Whether you are a military service member looking to find your own gear, a professional that operates in the security field, or an avid firearms enthusiast that capitalizes the importance of safety when shooting, our tactical gear will provide you the level of protection you need.
Any questions or concerns? Please call us at (408)-909-4938 or email us at support@bulletproofzone.com and a member of our professional support team will be in touch with you as soon as possible.
