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Wet Weather Wear

While giving waterproof jackets a "test wearing," I have had input from several members of my local department and from guys I shoot with. We have found that 5.11 Tactical, BlackHawk, Blauer, Elbeco, Fechheimer, Propper, The Force, Tru Spec by Atlanco, Under Armour, and Woolrich's Elite Tactical Series serve well in a wide range of conditions.

October 29, 2009

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Woolrich Elite Series Tactical Introduces Elite Waterproof Breathable Parka

Responding to a growing demand from the marketplace, Woolrich Elite Series Tactical today unveiled the Elite Waterproof Breathable Parka designed to excel in brutal conditions.

April 1, 2009

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Station Windbreaker

5.11 Tactical

5.11 Tactical’s Station Windbreaker delivers excellent wind and rain resistance to lessen wind-chill. Constructed of soft, peached microfiber for comfort and a hint of warmth on blustery days, the lightweight fabric repels stains, soil, and fluids. Full-length underarm gussets facilitate maximum range of movement.

December 31, 2008

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Police Product Test: The Force Enforcer Jacket

As we head toward the shortest day of the year, the sun is setting lower, bringing colder weather. This means it's a good time to look for a warm, comfortable, and versatile duty jacket. The Force's Enforcer Jacket fits the bill.

November 30, 2008

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Defender Jacket Series

Propper

Propper International’s new, lightweight, waterproof-breathable outerwear line, named Propper Defender Series, is designed with the latest in outerwear technology. The design includes Propper’s exclusive HALT waterproof-breathable barrier, a Special Forces-inspired Peripheral Vision Hood System (PVHS)—an integrated stow-away hood contoured to your face and head for maximum visibility—and an Action Fit Design with articulated sleeves and elbows for greater range of motion.

August 31, 2008

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Police Product Test: Propper Defender Jacket Series

Propper's Defender line of outerwear can be used separately or alone, depending on your needs. One great piece is the Delta waist-length jacket.

April 30, 2008

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Police Product Test: 5.11 Tactical XPRT Boots

From its aggressive outsole to its waterproof heavy-duty 1,200-denier nylon upper, this boot is built to tackle the worst conditions a call-out can throw your way.

March 31, 2008

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Tychem ThermoPro

DuPont

DuPont’s Tychem ThermoPro combines the chemical protection of Tychem and thermal protection of NOMEX in a single-layer garment. It's designed to help provide Hazmat responders with permeation protection against a broad range of toxic industrial chemicals and chemical warfare agents and to increase escape time from flash fires.

March 31, 2008

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Drop Pouch

5.11 Tactical

Available in small, medium, and large, each pouch has a generously sized storage space, but folds into a flat, compact shape. The Drop Pouch has an elastic drawcord that can be easily tightened and released with one hand.

January 31, 2008

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Police Product Test: The Force New Generation 3 Jacket

This jacket not only offers you a number of ways to wear it, it's also packed with features. To vent body heat and reduce condensation in the jacket, there are armpit zippers for ventilation.

November 30, 2007

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Tychem QC for Corrections

DuPont Personal Protection

Specifically designed for the corrections market and cell extraction, Dupont’s Tychem QC garment delivers protection against the biohazards and viral contaminants potentially faced when working with prisoners.

November 30, 2007

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Police Product Test: 5.11 Tactical Aggressor Jacket

Overall, the 5.11 Tactical Aggressor is a great jacket. It fits well, has plenty of shoulder room, doesn't bind when you draw a handgun or shoulder a long gun, and it's long enough to conceal a handgun.

October 31, 2007