Guard Dog Security ProShield II Level IIIA Ballistic Backpack

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The Guard Dog Security ProShield II is a Level IIIA ballistic backpack tested in accordance with NIJ-STD-0108.01 standards for protection against 9mm and .44 Magnum rounds. Built into a 37-liter everyday carry pack measuring 20 x 15 x 9.5 inches, the armor panel rides inside a full-featured bag that weighs 3.86 lbs total — only ounces more than a comparable non-armored backpack. A built-in auxiliary port, gel-padded shoulder straps, and an extra-large laptop sleeve make this a carry-anywhere option for students, commuters, and professionals who want ballistic coverage without a tactical profile.

Who this is for

  • Students and campus commuters: discreet Level IIIA protection in a bag that looks like every other pack in a lecture hall or transit car
  • Daily commuters and travelers: 37-liter capacity, side bottle pockets, and a double-reinforced handle hold up to heavy daily use on trains, buses, and airports
  • Professionals who carry laptops and devices: the reinforced laptop/tablet sleeve and built-in aux port keep gear organized and protected alongside the ballistic panel

Ballistic panel

The ProShield II's integrated ballistic panel is rated Level IIIA and tested in accordance with NIJ-STD-0108.01 threat parameters. That standard covers handgun threats including 9mm and .44 Magnum rounds. The panel does not provide protection against rifle-caliber threats — for rifle-level coverage, a hard armor plate insert would be required.

Capacity and organization

At 37 liters and 20 x 15 x 9.5 inches, the ProShield II carries a full day's load without feeling overbuilt. The main compartment handles books, binders, or packed clothing alongside the ballistic panel. Two side pockets accept standard water bottles. An elastic pocket on the right shoulder strap positions a phone at hand level without requiring the bag to come off. The extra-large laptop and tablet sleeve uses reinforced padding to protect devices from impacts during transit.

Construction

Guard Dog Security engineered the ProShield II to wear and carry like an everyday bag. Gel padding runs across both shoulder straps and the back panel, distributing the 3.86-lb total weight across the contact points that matter most during long carry sessions. The top handle is double-reinforced to handle the loaded weight of a maxed-out pack without stress failure. The built-in auxiliary port routes a cable from inside the main compartment to an external connector, so headphones or charging cables stay organized without threading through a zipper.

Specifications

  • Brand: Guard Dog Security
  • Model: ProShield II
  • Ballistic rating: Level IIIA — tested to NIJ-STD-0108.01 against 9mm and .44 Magnum
  • Height: 20 in
  • Width: 15 in
  • Depth: 9.5 in
  • Total weight: 3.86 lbs
  • Volume: 37 liters
  • Laptop sleeve: Extra-large, reinforced padding
  • Auxiliary port: Built-in, routes internal device connections to external headphone/cable port
  • Warranty: Lifetime (product registration within 30 days of purchase required)
  • Color available: Black

Frequently asked questions

Can this backpack be shipped to my state?

Yes for most states. Cannot be shipped to New York or Connecticut due to state body armor restrictions. The purchase and possession of body armor is also subject to US export regulations. 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.

What NIJ level is the ballistic panel?

Level IIIA, tested in accordance with NIJ-STD-0108.01 standards. That covers 9mm and .44 Magnum handgun threats. It does not protect against rifle-caliber rounds such as 5.56x45 or 7.62x39.

Will this panel stop rifle rounds?

No. The Level IIIA panel is rated for handgun threats only. Stopping rifle-caliber rounds requires a hard armor plate rated Level III or Level IV, which is a separate product category and not integrated into the ProShield II.

Is the panel removable?

The vendor page does not specify whether the panel is removable or sewn in permanently. Contact us before purchase if removability is a requirement for your use case.

How heavy is the bag with the panel installed?

The total weight is 3.86 lbs with the ballistic panel installed — only ounces more than a comparable non-armored backpack of similar volume.

What size laptop fits inside?

The sleeve is described as extra-large with reinforced padding. A specific maximum laptop size in inches is not listed in the product specifications. Contact us if you need fit confirmation for an oversized device 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.

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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.

Customer Reviews

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Curtis K
One small change would make this the perfect pack.

The new backpack is amazing. Definitely seems more durable than the last version. My kid is very happy with the design. The only critique he had is the shoulder strap headphone jack is a little out dated it would be better if it had a USB port to charge his phone. As a parent, I feel much better about sending my kid to school and around town with some protection.

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Violet
Attractive Grear quality too bulky for everyday

This is a great backpack, I can’t use it however. I walk everywhere and it is bulky and heavy. Doesn’t seem to fit much even with all the pockets. Sadly disappointed. Wish I could exchange. It is attractive and functional for the right user.

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Donna Moore
New Backpack for Granddaughter

This is the second backpack for my granddaughter. The first one was the camo one that we ordered 3 years ago. She wanted a pink one this time. It provides a more comfortable feeling when she leaves from school and how to use it for protection if necessary.

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Cyb Herrera
Backpack

It’s a great product that I purchased for my son for high school. However, it kept setting off the metal detectors and he would get searched every day so unfortunately he could not use it for school. I gave it to my husband who absolutely loves it. I wish there were a similar backpack that would not set off the metal detectors so it could be used. i feel its more important to have in that setting

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Anonymous

The best !

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