So tactical it'll hurt...

665ae · **on:** August 31, 2009, 02:44:23 AM

Lately I've developed an interest in tactical clothing. I'm toying with the idea of picking up a complete set of tactical wear just to see how many pockets I would end up with (and how much crap I could carry in them all).

I've got a pair of tactical pants on the way, and I'm going to order a tactical vest next week. It's amazing how many "tactical" items of clothing you can get... underwear, polo shirts, hats... I wonder if there are tactical socks?

PyroJames · **Reply #1 on:** August 31, 2009, 02:48:28 AM

Quote from: Greatest Moderator Ever! on August 31, 2009, 02:44:23 AM

Lately I've developed an interest in tactical clothing. I'm toying with the idea of picking up a complete set of tactical wear just to see how many pockets I would end up with (and how much crap I could carry in them all).

Don't forget to take pics.

665ae · **Reply #2 on:** August 31, 2009, 02:51:26 AM

Just between the pants and the vest... 27 pockets

Sea Monster · **Reply #3 on:** August 31, 2009, 03:54:41 AM

$:-\$

I rather prefer the James Bond approach to tactical,

tailored suit & a rolex.

GraysonK · **Reply #4 on:** August 31, 2009, 03:59:29 AM

I'm pretty sure that I've seen socks with pockets on the side of them. I don't remember where or when I saw them, but I'm pretty sure I did. You could start a new line of clothing and make tactical undergarmets...socks, underwear, undershirts...bras!! Hehe...that would be funny.

665ae · **Reply #5 on:** August 31, 2009, 04:46:12 AM

Quote from: GraysonK on August 31, 2009, 03:59:29 AM

I'm pretty sure that I've seen socks with pockets on the side of them. I don't remember where or when I saw them, but I'm pretty sure I did. You could start a new line of clothing and make tactical undergarmets...socks, underwear, undershirts...bras!! Hehe...that would be funny.

I don't think I could design bra's... I'd be too tempted to make them the cup sizes I want to see, rather than actual cup sizes...

665ae · **Reply #6 on:** August 31, 2009, 04:47:23 AM

Quote from: Greatest Moderator Ever! on August 31, 2009, 02:51:26 AM

Just between the pants and the vest... 27 pockets

Found a shirt I like, plus a "tactical" undershirt! Up to 35 pockets so far...

Chako · **Reply #7 on:** August 31, 2009, 04:56:13 AM

So tactical = pockets.

665ae · **Reply #8 on:** August 31, 2009, 04:58:21 AM

Quote from: Chako on August 31, 2009, 04:56:13 AM

So tactical = pockets.

No... Tactical = Tactical Pockets

Sea Monster · **Reply #9 on:** August 31, 2009, 05:02:06 AM

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No... Tactical = Tactical Pockets

As far as I can tell, that just means more velcro than regular pockets.

Don't get me wrong, I love pockets.

If I try to wear slacks or business pants, all the swag I try to stash gives me a womanly, swaying-hip sort of appearance, whilst appropriately located pockets give me more of a herculean muscular thigh sort of effect.

I don't buy Tactical clothes, mostly because they are made of Tactical materials, and me an synthetics just don't get along, YMMV.

Things that I avoid in trousers (I don't wear black or camo, so I can't claim tactical

) are pockets at the knees.

Come on people, if I'm running, I do NOT need my torch smacking me in the leg every step.

I like thin pockets that you can slide torches, lighters, pens, knives etc into, rather than baggy ones (if they have a snap, all the better)

Padded knees or allowance for pad insertions is a plus. Sometimes Tactics call for kneeling on cold concrete floors.

I don't like exposed metal - whether it be loops, zips, rivets or what have you.
Loops can be easily done in a strong material, zips, rivets and snaps should be covered by cloth flaps.

At least one of those square cargo pockets, but again, not baggy, I can't stand stuff that moves around inside its little home.

Belt loops big enough for a 1 1/2 - 2" belt.

And, if possible, cut and sewn to fit on a human body.

do you have pics of your new tacky-pants, or a link to a site with them?

gafftapegreenia · **Reply #10 on:** August 31, 2009, 05:03:23 AM

Only if those pockets are MOLLE

665ae · **Reply #11 on:** August 31, 2009, 05:05:27 AM

Quote from: Nomad on August 31, 2009, 05:02:06 AM

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No... Tactical = Tactical Pockets

As far as I can tell, that just means more velcro than regular pockets.

Not quite...

665ae · **Reply #12 on:** August 31, 2009, 05:06:27 AM

Quote from: gafftapegreenia on August 31, 2009, 05:03:23 AM

Only if those pockets are MOLLE

MOLLE Pants? That could be awkward with all the stuff attached to em

gafftapegreenia · **Reply #13 on:** August 31, 2009, 05:07:13 AM

Quote from: Greatest Moderator Ever! on August 31, 2009, 05:06:27 AM

Quote from: gafftapegreenia on August 31, 2009, 05:03:23 AM
Only if those pockets are MOLLE

MOLLE Pants? That could be awkward with all the stuff attached to em

But think of all the pockets you could have.....

Chako · **Reply #14 on:** August 31, 2009, 05:11:23 AM

You should add a photographers vest if you’re interested in pocket density.

Sea Monster · **Reply #15 on:** August 31, 2009, 05:29:50 AM

Just looked at a bunch of tacky-wear sites.

Maybe it's just because I don't fight crime & engage in black ops, anti-terrorism night time hijinks, but I'm not persuaded any of them are any more useful than my non-tactical clothing-with-pockets.

665ae · **Reply #16 on:** August 31, 2009, 06:19:45 AM

Quote from: Nomad on August 31, 2009, 05:02:06 AM

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No... Tactical = Tactical Pockets

As far as I can tell, that just means more velcro than regular pockets.

Don't get me wrong, I love pockets.

If I try to wear slacks or business pants, all the swag I try to stash gives me a womanly, swaying-hip sort of appearance, whilst appropriately located pockets give me more of a herculean muscular thigh sort of effect.

I don't buy Tactical clothes, mostly because they are made of Tactical materials, and me an synthetics just don't get along, YMMV.

Things that I avoid in trousers (I don't wear black or camo, so I can't claim tactical ) are pockets at the knees.

Come on people, if I'm running, I do NOT need my torch smacking me in the leg every step.

I like thin pockets that you can slide torches, lighters, pens, knives etc into, rather than baggy ones (if they have a snap, all the better)

Padded knees or allowance for pad insertions is a plus. Sometimes Tactics call for kneeling on cold concrete floors.

I don't like exposed metal - whether it be loops, zips, rivets or what have you.
Loops can be easily done in a strong material, zips, rivets and snaps should be covered by cloth flaps.

At least one of those square cargo pockets, but again, not baggy, I can't stand stuff that moves around inside its little home.

Belt loops big enough for a 1 1/2 - 2" belt.

And, if possible, cut and sewn to fit on a human body.

do you have pics of your new tacky-pants, or a link to a site with them?

http://www.bdu.com/F522082250.html

Those are the one's I ordered.

For the most part, I agree with everything you said regarding pants. I've developed an appreciation for cargo pants over the last few months, but normal cargo pants don't stand up to the wear and tear they go thru when I'm at work (when i actually have work to do. I'm a mechanic...) I like the idea of stain resistant pants with a double knee and seat that ARE NOT "work" pants. (My dad wore work pants all the time and I refuse to!) I also like the pocket arrangement and D ring on those tactical pants too, and I'm hoping that they'll be as comfortable as the cargo's I've got now.

I don't care much about the "tactical" part, it just looks like "tactical" pants are very close to what I'm looking for

Sea Monster · **Reply #17 on:** August 31, 2009, 06:33:51 AM

Eww, Polyester & Stretch waistband?

Oh well, whatever shells your prawn.

(and let's face it, Khaki is only a few months colour fading away from Beige, and you just can't trust anyone dressed in beige)

665ae · **Reply #18 on:** August 31, 2009, 06:39:06 AM

Quote from: Nomad on August 31, 2009, 06:33:51 AM

Eww, Polyester & Stretch waistband?

Oh well, whatever shells your prawn.

(and let's face it, Khaki is only a few months colour fading away from Beige, and you just can't trust anyone dressed in beige)

I'm not all that excited about the stretch waistband either... but sometimes you have to make a few sacrifices

And don't worry... these pants are also fade resistant.

David · **Reply #19 on:** August 31, 2009, 07:03:22 AM

Quote from: Chako on August 31, 2009, 05:11:23 AM

You should add a photographers vest if you’re interested in pocket density.

Ahh pocket density. I been down that road before and still travel it on occasion. But I sometimes forget what pocket

I put something into and have to rummage around to find what I`m looking for.

Sea Monster · **Reply #20 on:** August 31, 2009, 07:07:02 AM

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Ahh pocket density. I been down that road before and still travel it on occasion. But I sometimes forget what pocket I put something into and have to rummage around to find what I`m looking for.

It's not so bad if you get a routine going, it's only when you add something new to the mix, forget about it, and have to search through a week's worth of pockets to find the little bugger!

PyroJames · **Reply #21 on:** August 31, 2009, 02:28:56 PM

Quote from: Nomad on August 31, 2009, 05:29:50 AM

Just looked at a bunch of tacky-wear sites.

Maybe it's just because I don't fight crime & engage in black ops, anti-terrorism night time hijinks, but I'm not persuaded any of them are any more useful than my non-tactical clothing-with-pockets.

"night time hijinks"... I love that term.

CUTZ SIX · **Reply #22 on:** August 31, 2009, 03:15:42 PM

Try a site called scottevest, he sells clothes (no really tactical) but a jacket has like 30 pockets alone

Hes got some good stuff, and it hides all the gear well. If I wouldnt get .... by danish customs, and shipping, I would order a bunch of his stuff.

PyroJames · **Reply #23 on:** August 31, 2009, 03:21:10 PM

Quote from: CUTZ SIX on August 31, 2009, 03:15:42 PM

Try a site called scottevest, he sells clothes (no really tactical) but a jacket has like 30 pockets alone
Hes got some good stuff, and it hides all the gear well. If I wouldnt get .... by danish customs, and shipping, I would order a bunch of his stuff.

Scottevest makes some great stuff. I've been wanting to get one of their jackets for years now. Their jackets definitely have a lot of compartments but the jackets are so well-designed that they manage to conceal your stuff so it doesn't make you look too bulky.

ducktapehero · **Reply #24 on:** September 01, 2009, 12:42:07 AM

I LOVE pockets but I refuse to buy anything "tactical" Although this black cane made from aircraft grade aluminum is tempting....

http://americancaneselfdefense.com/?p=259

BTW what is "aircraft grade" aluminum and how is it better than other aluminum?

Sea Monster · **Reply #25 on:** September 01, 2009, 01:54:20 AM

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BTW what is "aircraft grade" aluminum and how is it better than other aluminum?

I have the sneaking suspicion that Arnotts Shapes are packaged in aircraft grade aluminium...

I suspect it's a lot like "Marine Grade" or "Mil-spec", same as the regular stuff, but faster and more expensive.

Black Rose · **Reply #26 on:** September 01, 2009, 05:48:20 AM

Quote from: Greatest Moderator Ever! on August 31, 2009, 02:44:23 AM

Lately I've developed an interest in tactical clothing. I'm toying with the idea of picking up a complete set of tactical wear just to see how many pockets I would end up with (and how much crap I could carry in them all).

I've got a pair of tactical pants on the way, and I'm going to order a tactical vest next week. It's amazing how many "tactical" items of clothing you can get... underwear, polo shirts, hats... I wonder if there are tactical socks?

If you get the tactical thong, don't post a picture....we'll take your word for it

665ae · **Reply #27 on:** September 01, 2009, 06:41:03 AM

Quote from: Black Rose on September 01, 2009, 05:48:20 AM

Quote from: Greatest Moderator Ever! on August 31, 2009, 02:44:23 AM
Lately I've developed an interest in tactical clothing. I'm toying with the idea of picking up a complete set of tactical wear just to see how many pockets I would end up with (and how much crap I could carry in them all).

I've got a pair of tactical pants on the way, and I'm going to order a tactical vest next week. It's amazing how many "tactical" items of clothing you can get... underwear, polo shirts, hats... I wonder if there are tactical socks?
If you get the tactical thong, don't post a picture....we'll take your word for it

Crap... well, I guess I'll scratch the thong pic off the list

665ae · **Reply #28 on:** September 03, 2009, 07:15:24 PM

The tactical pants came in yesterday. Washed them this morning and I have them on now...

I don't care what Nomad says

... these are some nice pants. They are comfortable, put together well (note to ALP - Made in China), and the pockets are placed well. The mag/cell phone pocket on the hip fits my LG Rumor very well. The back pockets are divided, each has and inner and outer pocket. The inner pocket is shallow, and fits a bi-fold wallet perfectly. The outer pocket is quite a bit deeper. The double knee and seat are noticeable with the pants on, but not annoying.

All in all, for the few hours I've had them on, I like them! (Heading out of town for the weekend, won't be able to post any pics till next week.)

Anthony · **Reply #29 on:** September 03, 2009, 09:34:38 PM

I've got two pairs of Blackhawk Warrior pants and like them also. I think the tactical look comes from more than one tactical type article of clothing...like if I wore those pants and a tactical vest/some kind of large sheath knife/shirt with a USMC dog biting a terrorists turbin off...that would be tactical to me. But just the pants and a tshirt..they look like kaki/tan cargo pants.

My only gripe with those pants are they are too long...They are 30/30 when I could use 30/28 or 29 but no one makes them that short

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