1. Our Vest Carriers are custom made from start to finish. We make each of our vest carriers from scratch, using each officer's individual measurements and their body armor measurements to perfectly construct their custom vest. We also create custom holsters / pockets that exactly fit your items like: handcuffs, magazines, radios, OC, Tasers, tourniquets, flashlights, batons, etc . These pouches / holsters can be positioned and sewn anywhere on the vest you'd like, or created as Molle pouches / Molle holsters. Our open top kydex magazine pouch / holster is extremely popular and second to none in the industry.
2. Each vest is made to your department's exact specifications. Does your department need a velcro patch sewn onto your vest for your name tag? No problem. Need a second mic tab sewn onto the vest? Consider it done. If you have a request please ask us and we will find a solution for you.
3. Our Custom Load Bearing Vests blend in with the Officer's uniform shirt, which keeps a clean and uniform look. This design keeps from looking tactical and instead closely matches the load bearing vest to the officer's uniform. Also, our custom load bearing vest carriers are made out of heavy duty denier cordura, which stands up to everyday use exceptionally well.
4. We warranty the stitching and craftsmanship of our custom load bearing vests - the longest warranty in the business! We understand that some damage may happen to your load bearing vest while on duty; if this happens, we are capable of repairing your vest. Please note: fading and normal wear and tear from everyday use or your duty belt rubbing against your load bearing vest is not part of the warranty. This is considered normal wear and tear.
5. Ordering one of our Custom Vest Carriers is Easy! You can either follow our simple online ordering process or request a measurement kit be sent to your department free of charge.
6. Customer Service is extremely important at BlueStone Safety, and we will work with you to ensure that your custom load bearing vest is made exactly how you'd like. If you need any assistance please email us at info@bluestonesafety.com
7. Our Custom Load Bearing Vests are made to accommodate any brand of body armor. While we do offer high quality NIJ 0101.06 Level 2 and 3A ballistic panels, we will create our custom load bearing vests to fit any brand of body armor that your department has.
We create only the highest quality life-saving products for Law Enforcement, and always take the officer into consideration along with the department and Chief's wants and needs.
Please specify the Back Panel Length in inches:
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Please specify the Back Panel Height in inches:
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Please specify the Back Panel - Wing Height in inches:
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Please specify the Front Panel - Length in inches:
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If the photo upload is not working it is ok! You can email the photos to one of our customer service reps after the order has been placed. Please process the order without the photos and we will take care of them after the order is submitted.
If the photo upload is not working it is ok! You can email the photos to one of our customer service reps after the order has been placed. Please process the order without the photos and we will take care of them after the order is submitted.
Please specify the Front Panel - Height in inches:
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Please specify the Chest Measurement in inches:
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Measure abdomen at the widest portion of your mid-section.
Please measure around your waist, just above your duty belt. Please give us this measurement in inches.
Please specify the Front to Back Measurement in inches:
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Please specify the Vest Gap Measurement in inches:
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Please Enter Your Height. Examples: 5 feet 7 inches , 6 feet 2 inches, etc.
Please enter your weight in pounds.
Concealed handgun holster sits on the inside of your load bearing vest so you can always keep a backup weapon within reach.
When you select your radio pouch size, please consider the height of the radio pouch compared to the height of your actual radio (not counting the antenna). For example, If your radio is 5 inches tall to the top of the Frequency knobs, you may want to order a pouch that is 4.5 inches tall so the top of the radio sticks out a little.
Do not include the antenna in the measurements, only the body of the radio
These Level 4 armor insert pouches allow you to insert Level 4 armor into your vest without needed to remove your Load Bearing Vest AND it still allows you to access all of your items on the front of your vest (magazines, handcuffs, radio, OC, custom pouches, etc.)
If the photo upload is not working it is ok! You can email the photos to one of our customer service reps after the order has been placed. Please process the order without the photos and we will take care of them after the order is submitted.
If you send us an embroidered name tag made from an outside source it can be sewn onto your vest. However, we will not be responsible if the material colors of your name tag and the color of the load bearing vest do not match.
If you select the option to purchase a trauma plate, we will include the pouch to hold it for Free!
The velcro retention piece we offer can be added onto your vest and hold your radio antenna securely in place, so it stays out of your way while on duty.
Note: This is a required field so something will need to be entered here in order to add your item to the cart.
If you ordered a vest with sewn on pouches, please list the order you would like them on the vest, starting from your left hand and going across the vest to your right hand. Example: From my left hand to right hand: Radio, Double Magazine, Double Handcuff, then Flashlight.
If you didn't order pouches that are sewn on, please type "N/A" or enter additional order notes.
The elastic inner belly band is connected to the back of the vest and wraps around your stomach, then velcros in place for a snug fit.
This option will put 2 pieces of molle on the center of your LBV, allowing you to attach a single column molle body cam attachment to your vest. Sample Shown Below.
NOTE: This will not work for a body camera attachment that requires 2 columns of molle. Please contact us if you have questions
These specially designed hidden rifle mag pockets convert the standard lower pocket in to a spot to hold a rifle mag! We add elastic cording to give your rifle mag retention and keep it in place until you need it. This is an excellent way to carry a rifle mag without using up the space on the front of the vest.
This large zippered Utility Pouch / Backup Handgun pouch is an excellent way to conceal a firearm and carry additional items with you as well, so they are in reach when you need them. The pouch comes with an elastic holster on the inside for your firearm, and it has a inner pocket on the opposite side for a cell phone, paperwork, gloves, etc.
By checking this box, I confirm that the custom load bearing vest layout, customizations, and pouch placement that I have submitted are correct. I understand that any further changes or adjustments to the custom LBV layout will result in additional charges.
By checking this box, I understand that once this order is submitted, that the custom LBV layout, customizations, and pouch placement that I selected will be the final layout for the custom LBV.
By checking this box, I agree that this is a custom, tailor-made product, and there are no refunds on custom orders. I also understand that production will not begin creating my custom LBV until I have submitted the necessary information / images required.
When submitting an order for brown and dark navy vests Bluestone uses Heavy Unbreakable Black Nylon thread unless specified in the order. You must disclose what thread color you would like us to use for your order if it is not Black in color. We do appreciate your business!
A study from the University of Wisconsin Eau-Claire has shown that police officers that wear load bearing vest carriers experience significantly less hip and lower back pain than those that wear only a duty belt. Our load bearing vest carriers (also known as external carriers) are proudly made in the USA and keep you safe while you protect others. Our load bearing vests are made to exactly fit each officer's bulletproof vest and perfectly match the officer's uniform. With just a few simple steps, we ensure that you'll receive a product that helps to reduce your hip and back pain. We are an industry leader in load bearing vest carriers and custom vests.
We take pride in our American Made products fully stand behind our products. If there's something you'd like that you don't see, please contact us.
Be safe out there.
Note: Our custom load bearing vests are dry clean only - if you decide to wash your LBV with a different method, you do so at your own risk. If you make this decision, be very careful of the detergent you choose as it will negatively affect the appearance of your vest and will cause discoloration (for dark colored LBVs you may need dark care laundry detergent). Also, be sure to NEVER put your LBV in a dryer!
Note: Each of our LBVs are fully custom made, and we can not accept returns on custom items.
First you will need the following:
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Using the tape measure, measure your chest as shown in diagram 1.A. Write down the measurement.
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Measure your vest from back to front as shown in Diagram 2.A and Diagram 2.B. The measurement should go from the bottom of the back panel of your vest, over your shoulder, to the front of your vest. Write down the measurement.
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Measure the gap from the bottom of your front panel to the top of your duty belt as shown in diagram 3.A. Write down the measurement.
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Next, take your front and back panels out of your carrier vest. Using the tape measure, find and write down the following measurements:
A. Measure the length of your back Ballistic panel as shown in Diagram 4.A
B. Measure the height of your Ballistic back panel as shown in Diagram 4.B
C. Measure the height of one side wing of your Ballistic back panel as shown in Diagram 4.C
D. Measure the length of your Ballistic front panel as shown in Diagram 4.D
E. Measure the height of your Ballistic front panel as shown in Diagram 4.E
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When you have finished these steps, please fill in your color preference and measurements in the fields above. Round your measurements up to the next quarter inch.
When you submit your order online, we will also need the following photos:
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