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GOOD GEAR TO GO!
Now as good as the clothing, footwear and accessories are the
First Tactical “nylon” is absolutely first rate. I’ve been using the
Tactix 1 Day Plus Pack on a daily basis now for a little over six
months and have subjected it to much abuse; it’s still looking
great and I’ve no negatives to report.
First Tactical offer a full range of pouches, packs, guns bags
and EDC items, and from this last category I really like the
Ascend Messenger Bag; this messenger style office-to-field bag
is designed to provide all of the room and durability you require
to carry out your duty. The nylon fabric and premium YKK®
hardware give you a sturdy exterior you can rely on.
Foam padded main and computer compartments keep
items separate and protected, while three inner drop pockets
and zip out water bottle/gear pockets provide extra storage
space with organization. These features, along with the hidden
CCW pocket, set this case apart from other tactical bags. Made
from a combination of 500D and 1000D Cordura this is a tough
as you need bag, and at UK£79.95 is very well priced.
Another design which I particularly like the look of is the
Specialist 1 Day Pack priced at UK£89.95. Dual density shoulder
straps, double layered bottom, internal hook/loop mounting
platform, and a fully functional hook/loop web platform
compatible with MOLLE/PALS set this tactical backpack apart
from others in strength, reliability, and comfort for the wearer.
With 36L of space for essential gear, and featuring First
Tacticals new Hook & Hang Thru™ System, the Specialist 1-Day
is the ideal backpack for short, overnight missions. The main
compartment opens to a single mesh pocket and 2 interior
drop pockets with hook/loop cinch. On the back, a hook/loop
organization platform allows for ultimate customisation.
Overall the range is an exceptional one and I haven’t even
got into all the other excellent accessories that First tactical
offer! PMCI will continue to work closely with First Tactical both
in the USA and the UK, and I for one am looking forward to
seeing what new gear they have to offer at SHOT in January.
First Tactical have now launched into the Europe as planned
and the UK is particularly lucky as they have announced the
opening of their first “shop in shop” which is on the first floor of
the long established and well respected Trekitt mountaineering
and outdoor store, which you’ll find at 51 Eign Gate in Hereford.
You can also check this out via www.trekitthereford.co.uk.
To find out more information about the brand please do pay a
visit to either www.firsttactical.com or www.firsttactical.co.uk.