- Product Details
- Shipping and Returns
- The BPZ Promise
- Why Bulletproof Zone?
The Rothco Undercover Travel Vest is a sleeveless, low-profile carry vest built from a 55% cotton / 45% polyester outer fabric for travelers, commuters, and outdoor enthusiasts who need organized, discreet storage without added bulk. Nine total pockets, exterior and interior, keep documents, electronics, and everyday essentials secure and accessible. Available in Black and Khaki, in sizes S through 3XL (Black) or S through 2XL (Khaki).
Built to Handle Frequent Use
The Undercover Travel Vest's outer shell is woven from a 55% cotton / 45% polyester blend, and the lining from 65% polyester / 35% cotton. That combination gives the fabric enough structure to resist the abrasion of repeated packing, unpacking, and movement without becoming stiff or heavy. For anyone who travels regularly or wears a vest through long days outdoors, a material that holds its shape and breathes matters more than one that looks good on a hanger.
Nine Pockets, One Organized System
The vest carries nine pockets in a layout designed to separate what needs to stay hidden from what needs to stay reachable. On the exterior: three zippered front pockets and a zippered double-access back pocket. Inside: three side-zip pockets, a zippered passport pocket at the back, a large zippered pocket sized to fit a tablet, and dual pen pockets. Keeping a passport in its own dedicated interior pocket and a tablet in a purpose-sized sleeve means less digging and less chance of leaving something behind at a security checkpoint.
Wire Passthrough Ports for On-the-Move Connectivity
Integrated wire passthrough ports let headphone cables or charging cords route from an interior pocket to the outside without opening a zipper. For long flights, transit rides, or hiking stretches where a phone or audio device stays in use, that routing keeps cables managed and devices secure rather than dangling from an open pocket.
Layers Comfortably Over Existing Clothing
The Undercover Travel Vest is cut to fit over a base layer (short-sleeve shirts, long-sleeve tees, light sweaters, or hoodies) without pulling across the shoulders or restricting arm movement. That layering clearance makes it practical across a range of climates and activities, from airport terminals to trailheads, without requiring a dedicated fit underneath.
Features
- Outer fabric: 55% cotton / 45% polyester; lining 65% polyester / 35% cotton
- Nine total pockets: 3 exterior front zip, 1 double-access back zip, 3 inner side-zip, 1 inner passport zip, 1 large inner tablet zip, 2 inner pen pockets
- Wire passthrough ports: route headphone or charging cables from interior pockets without opening a zipper
- Sleeveless, low-profile cut: designed to layer over shirts, sweaters, or hoodies without added bulk
- Zipper closures throughout: all pockets secured by zipper for discreet, reliable access
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Outer fabric | 55% Cotton / 45% Polyester |
| Lining | 65% Polyester / 35% Cotton |
| Sleeve type | Sleeveless |
| Closures | Zipper |
| Total pockets | 9 |
| Colors available | Black, Khaki |
| Sizes (Black) | S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL |
| Sizes (Khaki) | S, M, L, XL, 2XL |
| Approx. weight (S–XL) | 1.15 lb |
| Approx. weight (2XL) | 1.3 lb |
| Approx. weight (3XL Black) | 1.35 lb |
| Origin | China |
| Intended wearer | Adult / Men's sizing |
Who This Is For and Isn't
The Rothco Undercover Travel Vest suits adult travelers, commuters, hikers, and everyday carry users who want organized, discreet storage across nine pockets without wearing a bag. The layered cut works over standard base layers, and the low-profile appearance keeps it appropriate for airports, urban environments, and casual outdoor use.
This vest provides no ballistic, stab, or slash protection. It is not a plate carrier and is not designed to accept armor inserts of any type.
Common Questions
What is the pocket layout on the Rothco Undercover Travel Vest?
The Rothco Undercover Travel Vest has nine pockets total: three zippered front exterior pockets, one zippered double-access back exterior pocket, three inner side-zip pockets, one inner back zippered passport pocket, one large inner zippered pocket sized to fit a tablet, and two inner pen pockets. All pockets close with zippers.
What fabric is the vest made from?
The outer shell of the Rothco Undercover Travel Vest is 55% cotton and 45% polyester. The lining is 65% polyester and 35% cotton. That blend is intended to balance durability and breathability for extended wear during travel or outdoor activity.
What do the wire passthrough ports do?
The Rothco Undercover Travel Vest includes integrated wire passthrough ports that let headphone cables or charging cords route from an interior pocket to the outside without unzipping a pocket. This keeps cables managed and devices secure while in use during transit or on the trail.
What can I layer under this vest?
The Rothco Undercover Travel Vest is cut to fit comfortably over short-sleeve shirts, long-sleeve tees, light sweaters, and hoodies. It is not designed to accommodate body armor panels or plate inserts of any kind.
Which sizes and colors are available?
The Rothco Undercover Travel Vest is available in Black (sizes S through 3XL) and Khaki (sizes S through 2XL). A size chart is available from Rothco; contact us if you need help selecting a size 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%!
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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.
