Elite Operator Tactical Jacket
The Eotac Field Jacket has plent of accessorie pockets and is better designed that your Grandads military jacket. The snap buttons don’t wear out or sound as loud as velcro and this is a great top layer to wear in cold climates where standard winter jackets make carry gear troublesome. We can this jacket is for everyone, and you’ll need to wear heavy clothing or a nice base layer if you are thinking of wearing this in 20F weather, but if you need to carry a gun on your waist this jacket breaks open very easily and can still make winter carry easier than other jacket types. The front pockets will help fulfill your needs if you are carrying a knife or flashlight with the well placed internal elastic bands. The snap buttons will also make sure you know your gear is fastened tightly.
The new tactical apparel company called Eotac has a new tactical jacket on the market. The reviews we’ve gotten from our customers good. We’ve seen a few similiar style jackets like this, but we have the least complaints and returns compared to similiar style tactical jackets. Many in the concealed carry market are always looking for something that is concealed carry friendly and not too tactical, but when you have something that looks so stylish and historically cool looking and works for your image, well, why worry. Not every person wearing camoflauge is carrying an M16 or M9 on them so you don’t always have to be that concerned that you’ll get noticed.
That is the question an Operator may ask themselves while out in the field. There are a lot of so called tactical vests on the market, and there are also several military surplus assault vests, too. Sometimes some of these are good for something, but not always in the best condition or won’t go very well with your present line of tactical clothing. GMG Global Military Gear makes a nice tactical vest that has the ability to retain a sidearm on the front pocket as well as hold several pistol magazines and carbine magazines.
Woolrich entered the tactical apparel market several years ago, as well as Blackhawk gear, Proper and Tru-spec. Most of these clothing companies have good aspects, but recently we’ve seen another Tactical apparel company making very well designed clothing. Eotac is the short version of the Elite Operator Tactical clothing line. Their tactical clothing line has been on the market for barely a year, and some products only a few months, but the design and durability seem to be putting them in the heavy hitter category. The 201 Operator Grade Pants have the best designed ACU tactical pant on the market.
There are four large cargo pockets on the front of the vest. They feature side bellows and drain holes at the bottom of the pockets, elastic webbing on the inside to secure smaller items like magazines or a flashlight, and tuckable flaps w/adjustable snaps. The top pockets also each feature a vertical zippered Napoleon security pocket. The front of the vest secures with a two-way YKK zipper. There are four internal pockets with elastic loops for securing additional gear.
Though most people wouldn’t consider this an option, it’s pertinent to use some of the same equipment police and law enforcement use for civil defense for hunting expeditions. Gear like rifle bags, holsters, duffels, and multi-packs can make great additions to a hunting equipment repertoire. For example, using a rifle bag to store your hunting rifles and ammunition provides easy access, and keeps your equipment safe and organized when not in use. In addition, most tactical gear has a multitude of pockets and pouches that can be used to store other essential hunting equipment like scent maskers, compasses, flashlights, and animal calling instruments.
Designed by Larry Vickers, a retired career special operations soldier and firearms expert, Vickers gloves are true operator grade gear. The Vickers Duty glove is a shorter companion to the Mid-Length combat glove that has been on the market.
When you get serious about using a firearm you’ll understand the need for a good pair of gloves. Many of us have experience in plinking on a cold winter afternoon or walking around in the woods during hunting season and feeling the need to keep our hands warm. When using gloves that don’t restrict our ability to use a firearm, well, that’s another story.
A few years ago Woolrich Elite launched their line of tactical apparel with the help of Backyard Outfitter, but after an internal squabble Fernando Coelho split off from the company and launched his own tactical apparel line named Eotac. I noticed a few people mention that most of the Eotac apparel looks like Phase II of the Woolrich Elite line, but there have been some major innovations. We’ve seen some of the new products coming out in 2010 and there seems to be some pretty aggressive steps in the tactical apparel and concealed carry market with the new Eotac line.
The tab can also be folded in to prevent accidental closure of the vest. Four front pockets feature hook-and-loop flap closures and an expansion pleat. The vented back design provides superior air flow through the garment and side tabs provide adjustment for a custom fit. A padded collar adds to the overall comfort of the vest.
A three-piece ventilated back, with polyester mesh beneath the top half of the back, lets warm air out and the cool breezes in. Two chest pockets feature hook-and-loop flap closures and an expansion pleat. The left pocket features a pen opening at the top and a name badge tunnel. Two larger utility pockets located behind the chest pockets are perfect for securing documents or other large items. There is a double pen pocket on the left sleeve for ready access.Hidden button-down collar presents a clean, professional appearance. Epaulets are provided on the shoulders for style or rank insignia.