About Us
We design bullet-resistant backpacks that quietly integrate extra protection into everyday life. Built-in ballistic panels deploy to provide front and rear coverage while maintaining the look of a normal backpack.
Our philosophy is simple. Preparedness shouldn't change how you live. Like locking doors, wearing seat belts, or carrying insurance, most people hope they never need it, but are glad it's there.
Our Mission
Supporting safer everyday environments
We are dedicated to designing high-quality protective solutions that support students, professionals, and institutions in shared and public spaces. Through advanced materials and rigorous testing, we focus on protection that fits naturally into daily life.
Our Vision
A more prepared society through thoughtful design
We believe safety is strongest when it is practical, unobtrusive, and trusted. By collaborating with retailers, organizations, schools and communities, we strive to create environments where individuals can learn, work, and navigate with confidence.
Our Message
Founder and CEO, Jesse Erdle
“As an innovator and founder, my focus has always been on protecting people in the moments that matter most. BP Defence exists to provide practical, reliable protection that supports everyday life without fear or disruption.”
Giving Back
Extending protection through community impact.
Through our Giving Back initiatives, we partner with mission aligned organizations focused on safety, preparedness, and community resilience, helping extend protection beyond products and into real world impact.
Who It's For
Built for Everyday Life
Built for Everyday Life. BP Defence backpacks are designed for anyone who refuses to compromise on safety — wherever the day takes them.
Professionals
Go about your workday as usual; preparedness stays in the background, like locking doors.
Commuters
Your routine doesn’t change. Like a seat belt, it’s protection you carry without thinking twice.
Students
Focus on learning and campus life, with quiet confidence built into what you carry.
Public Spaces
Move through shared spaces normally; preparedness is simply part of everyday responsibility.
Outdoors
Enjoy the day outside without compromise, just another layer of readiness, like any essential gear.
First Responders
Built to support the job: reliable, familiar, and ready when it matters.
Gun violence remains a serious reality in everyday environments.
Gun violence in schools has become a national emergency — and the numbers keep rising. Every statistic represents lives forever changed.
Gun-related deaths in the United States in 2023
Children who’ve experienced gun violence at school since Columbine
Firearm-related deaths per day on average in the U.S.
Mass shootings tracked nationwide since 1966
BP Defence understands the issue our country is facing.
We know that no single product can address every aspect of firearm violence. But thoughtfully designed protection can be an important layer of defense for individuals and institutions seeking practical solutions.
We Stand Together
We believe safety is a shared responsibility. BP Defence supports individuals, institutions, and communities by providing tools that prioritize preparedness, discretion, and personal choice.
Our Solution Right Now
Each backpack features two front and back tested bullet-resistant panels and patented functionality, delivering proven protection in a design any child can deploy with ease.
Our Dedication to the Future
Our commitment is to continue advancing protective solutions through responsible design, rigorous testing, and ongoing innovation. We focus on developing products that meet real world needs while respecting the environments in which they are used.
“As a father and innovator, I have dedicated my life to potentially saving the lives of children. The safety and well-being of our kids is paramount, and I am committed to providing products that offer peace of mind to parents everywhere and protect our future generations.”
Jesse Erdle
Founder and CEO
Explore Our Products
Designed for Everyday Preparedness
About The BP Defence Bullet-Resistant Backpack
The ultimate bullet-resistant backpack for all ages, designed to offer unparalleled security and peace of mind. Crafted with high-quality materials and cutting-edge technology, this backpack provides superior protection with a stationary back panel and deployable front panel while remaining lightweight and stylish. Trust in our innovation to keep your loved ones safe, secure, and ready for anything.
Patented Dual-Panel Technology
Designed with patented front-and-back ballistic panels weighing under 5 pounds. Meets NIJ IIIA specs to deliver superior coverage, flexibility, and safety.
Superior Materials
Built with Spectra Shield® by Honeywell—UHMWPE fiber up to 15x stronger than steel. Lightweight, buoyant, and engineered to disperse energy and reduce blunt force trauma.
Precise Manufacturing
Our process is rooted in precision and strict quality control. Every backpack undergoes multiple tests to ensure its panels consistently meet the highest NIJ IIIA standards.
The BP Defence Bullet-Resistant Backpack
Experience everyday personal protection with the BP Defence Bullet-Resistant Backpack. Built with two front and back ballistic panels engineered from Spectra Shield® by Honeywell, it delivers NIJ Level IIIA protection against common handgun threats in a lightweight design under 5 lbs. With a sleek design, durable construction, and rapid deployment, BP Defence provides comfort, mobility, and discreet confidence for real-world use.