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DISCONTINUED AT APEX

Apex Armor Solutions is no longer working with Defense Mechanisms as an authorized dealer.

 

This specific product has been discontinued and is no longer available for purchase through our catalog. This legacy page is maintained for historical product information and existing customer reference.

 

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DESCRIPTION:
"The Slick" Plate Carrier Kit features a Defense Mechanisms Mission Essential Plate Carrier (MEPC) base with their 4" Elastic Cummerbund.


Recently updated by Defense Mechanisms to their V3 MEPC Platebag design! The rear platebag is now offered in a "Slick Molle" configuration. By using laser cut materials the new, redesigned platebags are as low profile as the old "Slick" configuration, but with the versatility of Molle paneling. 


Optional upgrades include; QD attachment points on the cummerbund for quick on and off, Molle Kangaroo Placard (+$59.99), or the Loaded Placard (+$139.99) which allows you to hold 3x AR-15 Magazines, 2x Pistol magazines and features a small utility pouch.
All accessories will come in the same color as the platebags unless otherwise mentioned in the order comments.

Kit Includes:

-Defense Mechanisms MEPC Platebags (Laser Cut "Slick" Molle)

-Defense Mechanisms 4" Elastic Cummerbund (Velcro or QD attachment)


Optional Add Ons:

1. Click Here to add MEPC Shoulder Pads

2. Click Here to add Dangler IFAK
3. (Optional) Click Here to Upgrade to Molle Cummerbund (+$39)
4. Click Here to view all of our Pouches and Accessories

 

Features:
-3D Mesh lined platebags
-Included QASM buckles for placard expansion (removable)
-Internal plate height adjustment strap
-Optional quick detach (QD) points on cummerbund for easy on and off
-Optional placard options
-US made of US materials (Berry Compliant)

 

Plate Sizing:
-"8x10 Swimmer": Fits 8x10 Swimmer/ Shooter/ SAPI Cut plates
-Small: Fits Small SAPI (8.75x11.75) and XS SAPI (7.25x11.5)

-Medium: Fits Medium SAPI (9.5x12.5), 10x12 SAPI/ Swimmer/ Shooters.
-Large: Fits Large SAPI (10.25x13.25), XL SPEAR Swimmer (10x13)
-X-Large: Fits X-Large SAPI (11x14)

 

Cummerbund Sizing:
-One Size Fits Most, Medium - 3XL
-If you would like an Extra Small cummerbund, please make a note in the order comments

THESE ALSO NOW COME IN SMALL WHICH FITS EXTRA SMALL AND SMALL SAPIS.
If you would like a small, choose Small/ Medium and make a comment in the order notes for a small platebag.
 

Apex LIFETIME Guarantee:

Apex Armor Solutions stands behind the reliability and quality of the products we sell.
In the unfortunate event that you are shot while wearing products purchased from us, we will replace it at no cost anytime, as long as a police report is provided.
This includes all of our Body Armor, Plate Carriers, Pouches/ Accessories and Apparel.
We will also replace gear that is severely damaged during a natural disaster such as hurricane, tornado or flooding, as long as evidence is provided.

[Unavailable] Defense Mechanisms MEPC "Slick" Plate Carrier

Rating is 4.0 out of five stars based on 1 review
$270.00Price
Quantity
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Reviews

Rated 4 out of 5 stars.
Based on 1 review
1 review

  • JMar 06, 2025
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars.
    Verified

    Lead time says 4 weeks but it took 16 before I finally received my PC. I’m actually quite happy with the MEPC. It’s just as advertised, it fits my needs pretty well. The shoulders are widely adjustable, and I really like the elastic QD cummerbund.

    My only complaint would be the shoulder pads. I ordered the defense mechanisms shoulder pads and they really aren’t worth the extra charge. It’s a slip of fabric with a cheap foam insert.

    I’ve got highcom lvl4 plates and a head on tactical placard. I’ve ordered better shoulder pads from another company for roughly the same price as the DM pads.

    edit: so the “shoulder pads” i paid for are not actually shoulder pads. Apex has it listed incorrectly. they are padded cable management sleeves which dont actually have any padding other than a cheap half millimeter of foam.

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