The world can be a dangerous place. Through no fault of your own, you can find yourself in the path of an enraged shooter who has no regard for human life. Most likely, you would be defenseless and at the mercy of the rampaging killer. However, if you’re wearing the Switchblade Bulletproof Backpack, you stand a great chance of surviving.
This discreet backpack has some incredible life-saving hidden features. With one in hand, I’ll take you through its unique deployment, its ballistic protection, and its everyday usefulness.
The Switchblade Bulletproof Backpack
Out of the Box Impression
Upon opening the box, my first reaction was that this was one brawny backpack. It definitely had some weight to it. However, even before inspecting it, I knew it housed two bulletproof panels, as well as numerous pockets and compartments. It also featured padded straps and a waist belt and buckle (more on this later).
At first, the heaviness felt unnatural, but the more I carried it, the less the weight was noticeable. I would assume that anyone who regularly carries a “normal weight” backpack would be equally surprised by its heft. Overall, the backpack felt solid in my grip, with thick handles, padded straps, and many compartments that I was eager to explore.
Its all-black exterior with subtle red accents exuded professionalism and sophistication. I could very well see myself carrying this to the office or when meeting clients, as well as for urban traveling.
Examining Its Storage Capabilities
Now this category truly amazed me. Upon a quick scan, it appeared there were adequate storage compartments and pouches. But on closer examination, I kept finding more and more places to hold different-sized items.
Its main compartment was large enough to fit several thick books, a laptop or tablet, or multiple folders, pads, or files. From there, what looked only like a raised aesthetic design was actually another zippered compartment. This held the back, protecting a bulletproof panel, as well as a sleeved opening and a zippered compartment.
Like a nesting doll, another zippered panel was stitched on top of the previous compartment and was also zippered. This held two pouches, one zipped, the other freely opened. The sides of the unit also held two storage areas. One featured a mesh bottle holder, the other a zippered pouch, perfect to house a cellphone.
Noting Its Ballistic Protection
Now the claim to fame for this backpack is, without a doubt, its dual bulletproof protection. As mentioned, one panel was stored inside a compartment sleeve, while the other was manually positioned when a shooting danger is present.
Both bulletproof panels offer Level 3A protection and are ten inches by twelve inches in size. Level 3A protects against most handgun rounds, a shotgun blast, and some (varying) protection against knife slashes. It will not, however, stop a rifle round or armor-piercing ammunition.
At Bulletproof Bodyguard, you can choose to upgrade your protection to Level 3A plus steel if you wish.
Overall Feel When Worn
The assumption may be that such a beefy backpack would be cumbersome to wear. However, this wasn’t the case at all. Its padded straps, adjustable waist belt, and breathable backing made it a joy to wear. In fact, it was far more comfortable than most packs I have worn in a long time.
All straps were easily adjustable, and it took only a few minutes to find my perfect fit. Additionally, when I moved about, even with a load inside, very little shifting and off-balancing occurred. Could I feel the combined weight of my load and the pack itself? Yes, but only after several hours of using it, and even then, it was minimal at worst.
I believe that there would be a few scenarios for hours-long carry. Commuting to and from school or college, or carrying your laptop to work, would be more likely scenarios.
Ease of Activating Its Protective Properties
Bulletproof Backpack calls this backpack the Switchblade—and for good reason. It converts into its protection mode in no time flat. You are only limited by your own “activation” speed.
As mentioned, the back bulletproof panel is stationary and always in position. When an active shooter situation arises, all you need to do is grasp the Velcro-attached handles and pull upward and over your head. The attached front bulletproof panel will be lifted up as well and fall into position to cover your chest area. Then just secure the Velcro straps to the waist belt, and you’re good to go. The bulletproof front and back panels will then protect you from a Level 3A threat.
I tried this action multiple times, and each time it got faster than the last. It was both easy stationary and while on the run, with just a few practice attempts.
It’s a No-Brainer in Today’s World
Backpacks are everywhere these days, as are unstable people who target innocents with no regard for human life. Because of this, having this unique item in your possession is a very smart idea. Though the price may initially cause some to take pause, when you weigh what you have to lose without it, the cost is insignificant.
While there are no guarantees in today’s world, wearing the Switchblade Bulletproof Backpack gives you a life-saving edge.
