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2020 Uniforms and Accessories

Manufacturers of law enforcement apparel and accessories are producing innovative products to keep officers safe, comfortable, and professional looking.

July 7, 2020
2020 Uniforms and Accessories

 

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5.11 Inc.

Woolmark Polywool Uniforms

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5.11’s Polywool Uniforms feature fine Australian Merino wool. The Merino wool from Woolmark helps manage moisture, controls odors, and is naturally stain resistant. It is combined with 5.11’s Flex-Tac fabric for increased stretch and has a Teflon finish for stain and soil resistance.  www.511tactical.com

Flying Cross

Command Polo

The Flying Cross Command Polo is a lightweight, snag-free polo shirt made of breathable moisture wicking fabric. Flying Cross’ Command Polo’s 100% polyester fabric offers natural stretch for a wide range of movement and additional comfort. Constructed with a longer shirt tail to ensure the garment remains tucked and a no-roll sport collar for a consistent look, the shirt maintains a sharp, professional appearance, the company says. The Command Polo is available in black and LAPD Navy. www.flyingcross.com

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Propper

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HLX Collection

With a blend of stretch and durable fabrics, Propper’s HLX Collection of pants and shirts is designed to deliver elevated performance as it bends and moves where you need it most while maintaining a structured, professional look. HLX polos feature HeiQ technology that helps fight odors while keeping the wearer cool and dry. Also available is the HLX woven shirt, button-down model that offers sturdy construction with stretch panels, adjustable cuffs, and storage. HLX pants are constructed of a mid-weight poly-canvas blend with stretch panels for comfortable movement.  The pants are treated with a water-resistant material. HLX pants and polos are available for men and women. www.propper.com/hlx

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Point Blank

V2 System

The V2 system includes uniform-style pants and shirts from First Tactical integrated with Point Blank’s new V2 Pro-Performance armor carrier. V2 pants are available in tactical and BDU versions for men and women. V2 shirts are available in performance, tactical, and BDU versions for men and women. Finishing off the system is the V2 Pro-Performance armor carrier. The exterior carrier is designed to integrate seamlessly with the V2 pants and shirts to look like a uniform. The carrier is fully configurable and can be matched with Point Blank’s ballistic panels and hard armor plates. www.pointblankenterprises.com/shot-show-2020.html

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Strong Leather

RFID-Shielding Badge Wallet

Strong Leather’s Badge Wallet is part of the company’s line of RFID-shielding leather badge cases, wallets, credit card sleeves, and ID holders. Strong Leather’s RFID signal-blocking lining is approved by the federal government (FIPS 201) to block RFID transmissions and help prevent identity theft. Strong Leather’s security barrier prevents RF detection at 13.56MHz and in the 860MHz to 980MHz ranges. The patent-pending material limits the flow of RF energy between the reader and the smart card. www.strongbadgecase.com

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Vertx

Coldblack Polo

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The Flying Cross Vertx Coldblack polo allows users to stay cool while wearing dark colors in the sunlight. Exclusive Coldblack technology combined with moisture-wicking fabric reflects 80% of the sun’s UV rays and lessens heat absorption—resulting in a light, breathable shirt for warm weather missions, the company says. The polo offers a streamlined design and is made of 100% antimicrobial, polyester-pique knit. Features include: sleeve pockets for pens and pencils and a no-roll collar, side gussets and raglan sleeves for comfort and mobility, and a 3-button placket front with mic tab/sunglasses loop. https://vertx.com 

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