Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
New MEPC v3 releasing this month at Shot Show 2026!
We take a first look at the new Defense Mechanisms MEPC v3 to see what improvements they've made to this great carrier. The features and price always helped to make this carrier a great pick and it could get crazier with more features and improvements. Is this the right one for you or are there some other bits your'e holding out for?
DM MEPC v3
link.thinlinedefenseco.com/MEPCv3
Discount Code TLDco
Loadout Links and Discount Codes - link.thinlinedefenseco.com/Mepcv3loadout
00:00 MEPC v3 Review
02:39 Sponsor - Fatboy Tripods - Discount Code TLDco
03:27 Biases
04:20 Front Bag Updates
08:00 Plate opening Updates
08:37 DM Bag Sizing Guide
08:56 Add in Pontoons!
09:20 Rear Bag Updates
10:11 Shoulder Strap Daisy Chain
10:45 Cummerbund Updates
11:38 Pros
13:50 Cons
15:10 Final thoughts and rankings
17:40 why is this wet??
(DISCLAIMER: Filming adhered to safety protocols at a licensed public range, supervised by certified professionals, featuring only legal items. Compliance with all Federal, State, and Local laws was maintained throughout. This video does not reflect the opinions of any federal entity in any way and all opinions are solely those of the TLD team. Magazines in videos have all been modified to the much less scary 29-round magazines.
Remember, We're idiots.
This post may include paid advertisements or affiliate links. If you use one of the gear links, Thin Line Defense Co earns a small commission without any additional cost to you. This supports the growth of our channel and enables us to review more quality gear for you. Thank you for your incredible support!)
New MEPC v3 releasing this month at Shot Show 2026!
We take a first look at the new Defense Mechanisms MEPC v3 to see what improvements they've made to this great carrier. The features and price always helped to make this carrier a great pick and it could get crazier with more features and improvements. Is this the right one for you or are there some other bits your'e holding out for?
DM MEPC v3
link.thinlinedefenseco.com/MEPCv3
Discount Code TLDco
Loadout Links and Discount Codes - link.thinlinedefenseco.com/Mepcv3loadout
00:00 MEPC v3 Review
02:39 Sponsor - Fatboy Tripods - Discount Code TLDco
03:27 Biases
04:20 Front Bag Updates
08:00 Plate opening Updates
08:37 DM Bag Sizing Guide
08:56 Add in Pontoons!
09:20 Rear Bag Updates
10:11 Shoulder Strap Daisy Chain
10:45 Cummerbund Updates
11:38 Pros
13:50 Cons
15:10 Final thoughts and rankings
17:40 why is this wet??
(DISCLAIMER: Filming adhered to safety protocols at a licensed public range, supervised by certified professionals, featuring only legal items. Compliance with all Federal, State, and Local laws was maintained throughout. This video does not reflect the opinions of any federal entity in any way and all opinions are solely those of the TLD team. Magazines in videos have all been modified to the much less scary 29-round magazines.
Remember, We're idiots.
This post may include paid advertisements or affiliate links. If you use one of the gear links, Thin Line Defense Co earns a small commission without any additional cost to you. This supports the growth of our channel and enables us to review more quality gear for you. Thank you for your incredible support!)
