NEW AND IMPROVED
As a few of us at PMCI have been running First Tactical gear
for a while, and have been extremely pleased with design,
performance and durability we know that they are a brand we
can trust, and in turn recommend to you, and the good news is
that new models currently being introduced have really moved
their game forward.
Earlier this year at SHOT their head designer, Cory, introduced
me to the new “Defender” shirt and pant, and I have to say
that this is to date the most overtly tactical clothing that they’ve
put together! First Tactical’s Defender Series Shirts are the best
of both worlds again; performance built to handle any mission
while maintaining the sharp look needed when on by the
professional user. In the performance department specialised
pockets boast ample space for oversized gear, a specialised yoke
eliminates unwanted bulk, and oversized sleeve pockets accept
patches or embroidery. Creating the perfect warm weather
shirt was at the forefront of their design as articulated elbows,
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strap it’s a solid piece of kit that feels right as soon as you put it on.
The Canyon Digital Compass features an innovative digital
second hand allowing users to visualise seconds counting down
based on their needs, as they would with a traditional analogue
watch, and coupled with an enlarged time readout the digital
second hand enables you to complete any job with precision
and ease. Featuring a ruler (cm/in) and Morse Code guide on
the back of the band you will be equipped for any situation, and
STEALTH MODE switches the tactical watch to mute as you enter
silent tactical situations.
This however is not what I’d call “subtle” as at 2.4in / 60mm
long, 2.1in / 55.5mm wide, and 0.6in / 15.5mm thick this is
a timepiece and tool that looks like it really means business,
although the broad band width of 0.9in / 24mm makes it very
comfortable to wear, even for extended periods. Functions
include World Time and three alarms in addition to the compass
feature, and the watch is waterproof to 10 metres. So far it’s
proved to be a first rate watch, but of course I’ll report back later
with a long-term test report
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