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We just started carrying this stuff in our store here in Fort Worth. Does anyone have any opinions of, or experiences with this gear or this company? Are any of their other "Non Tactical" lines of gear worth looking into? I just bought a pair of the pants, and I like them except for the possibility of putting enough gear in them to impede my ability to walk. :)
The Reaper
03-10-2004, 18:01
Great gear.
Line includes pants, shorts, polo shirts, short sleeve shirts, long sleeve shirts, and vests.
Let me know if there is a Group Buy deal underway.
TR
Smokin Joe
03-10-2004, 21:15
Originally posted by The Reaper
Great gear.
Line includes pants, shorts, polo shirts, short sleeve shirts, long sleeve shirts, and vests.
Let me know if there is a Group Buy deal underway.
TR
Ditto on the group buy
militarymoron
03-10-2004, 23:11
i like my 5.11 pants. material seems tough enough, and the small front pocket is perfect for my cell phone.
as i understand it, 5.11 is now a seperate entity from royal robbins.
cheers,
MM
The only problem I've had was with the magazine pockets on the vest. They sit on one side thus pulling vest on that side.
They need to add some durable material to the inside of the pocket to prevent the magazines from wearing thru.
Anyways...I like them!
NousDefionsDoc
03-11-2004, 14:02
Good kit.
Team Sergeant
03-11-2004, 20:36
Never heard of the stuff. Anyone got a link or some pics?
The Reaper
03-11-2004, 21:25
Originally posted by Team Sergeant
Never heard of the stuff. Anyone got a link or some pics?
http://www.511tactical.com/
TR
Originally posted by Team Sergeant
Never heard of the stuff. Anyone got a link or some pics?
http://www.newyorkironworks.com/lib/nyironworks/a511.gif
the vests are handy and made of a heavy cotton material, heavier than BDU material (temperate). Have modded mine with internal holster and add'l reinforcements at stress points.
FWIW - I got mine from
http://www.vstitch.com/royalrobbins/index.php
EGG
Team Sergeant
03-11-2004, 21:31
Thanks.... took a quick look, may purchase a shirt and a pair of shorts..
Smokin Joe
03-11-2004, 23:19
Originally posted by Team Sergeant
Thanks.... took a quick look, may purchase a shirt and a pair of shorts..
TS,
Sir, FWIW I'm not 100% but I think the shorts are....well how can I put this Navy SEAL short shorts.
*No offense intended or implied.
The Reaper
03-12-2004, 06:29
Originally posted by Smokin Joe
TS,
Sir, FWIW I'm not 100% but I think the shorts are....well how can I put this Navy SEAL short shorts.
*No offense intended or implied.
Not even close. Much larger and longer.
Have you seen a pair of UDT shorts?
TR
Smokin Joe
03-12-2004, 07:36
Originally posted by The Reaper
Not even close. Much larger and longer.
Have you seen a pair of UDT shorts?
TR
Yes Sir, I have I have also seen a pair of the 5.11 shorts but the guy I say them on was about 6'8" so maybe it was the shorts that he was wearing.....the guy was also kind of a homo. Thats probably why they looked so short on him.
Thank you for the clarification TR.
Sorry for the mis-information Team Sergeant.
I think that they make standard "Cargo" shorts, and also something that they call "Academy" shorts that, from the pictures at least, look to be at least a couple of inches shorter than the standard shorts.
Bill Harsey
03-12-2004, 20:17
5.11's are first rate rigging. I have the vest, pants, shirts. Very durable stuff and has "clean" look, doesn't ID you unless you wear your hair too short...
Or if someone knows what they are looking for.
NousDefionsDoc
03-13-2004, 17:00
Originally posted by Air.177
Or if someone knows what they are looking for.
True, but most adversaries are not trained by La Femme Nikita or Alias. 5.11 is very similar to the hippy clothes one sees SOTB on the bird and berry crowd. The vest tends to stand out a little more than the pants and shirts, but still very doable.
One of the ways to blend in is to set the trend and wait for others to catch up.
If you have a problem with professional adversaries, what you are wearing when they come is generally the least of your problems.
NousDefionsDoc
03-13-2004, 17:17
Originally posted by Air.177
Well Said, Sir.
LOL - that's it? What, do you have a "very senior source" counselling you?:D
Bill Harsey
03-17-2004, 21:04
Bird and Berry Crowd, NDD! That's what I'm going for. What kind of tobacco do they chew? Do I have to change brands? The 5.11 vest I have is good, when I spill stuff on my shirt, I just zip it up further to cover the stain.
That guy called NDD "SIR", damn.....
Originally posted by Obispo
That guy called NDD "SIR", damn.....
Sir,
There is a remote possibility that he is at least 30 minutes older than me; as well as being a QP.
NousDefionsDoc
03-23-2004, 10:05
I'm getting used to the "sir" thing - maybe I missed my calling? LOL
Team Sergeant
03-23-2004, 10:52
Originally posted by NousDefionsDoc
I'm getting used to the "sir" thing - maybe I missed my calling? LOL
Perish the thought!!!!!!!
TS
(Being raised as very polite childen my kids say "Yes Sergeant", instead of "yes sir".)
Originally posted by Team Sergeant
Perish the thought!!!!!!!
TS
(Being raised as very polite childen my kids say "Yes Sergeant", instead of "yes sir".)
Better than being called a "homophobe".:confused:
Love the RR gear. I've been using his stuff while climbing for years.
One question; do any of you have the vest holster from Eagle? I've had one on order from Brad for 4-5 months now, LH, andwould like to know whether or not it's worth the wait/
Thanks,
Maya
The Reaper
04-05-2004, 06:18
I've got one (RH), I like it.
TR
I took the holster unit from Eagle's FAG pouch and made a module wrapper for it... I think these holsters run less than 10 bucks
EGG
NousDefionsDoc
04-05-2004, 20:39
I have a couple of those and the BHIs that came with a briefcase.
Bill Harsey
04-08-2004, 17:33
I wore my (two) 5.11 shirts while in Greece and Italy, love zippered upper right pocket for passports (mine and kids). Used the concealed carry pockets for both airline tickets and lots of tissue paper for cold. These shirts worked good. Also noted that I could wipe off stains but remember to use WHITE paper towel or napkin. The cheap yellow napkins that Lufthansa gives out with meals will stain the shirt. Boy did that piss me off, but stain came out that night in the hotel. Yes I spill a lot, my shirts have to be pretty durable. I learned my table manners while dining seated on a stump. It still shows.
Originally posted by NousDefionsDoc
5.11 is very similar to the hippy clothes one sees SOTB on the bird and berry crowd.
too true.
I worked at REI in high school in 1986. I remember stocking royal robbins 'tactical' pants in colors like aqua/turquoise.
they have been around for a while.
I like the short sleeved shirts. Have almost one of evey color they make.
The Reaper
04-09-2004, 07:20
We need someone with connections to get together a 5.11 GROUP BUY!
TR
Pretty good markdown below list price from these people, http://www.athenapolicesupply.com/ I have my order in, 4 pants, 4 shirts, and 1 vest. $39 for pants, $39 for the shirt, and $49 for the vest. I will post if I get the stuff on time and let everyone know.
Bill Harsey
04-09-2004, 10:01
Check with TSSI (TacSurv on the net, I think...) on purchase of 5.11 clothing, just another possible source of fair deal.
Originally posted by ktek01
Pretty good markdown below list price from these people, http://www.athenapolicesupply.com/ I have my order in, 4 pants, 4 shirts, and 1 vest. $39 for pants, $39 for the shirt, and $49 for the vest. I will post if I get the stuff on time and let everyone know.
Just wanted to let anyone who was thinking of dealing with Athena that my order was on time and everything was 100% correct. The owner was a huge help and got me all of my stuff overnight, excellent service. Great source for anyone in a hurry in the SW Florida AO, and the prices were very fair. You can order on-line and she will ship straight to you, she does carry a few items that the companies will only ship to LEOs or AD Mil, the website will ask if you are when you close out your order.
Team Sergeant
06-23-2004, 13:50
Originally posted by eggroll
I took the holster unit from Eagle's FAG pouch and made a module wrapper for it... I think these holsters run less than 10 bucks
EGG
Egg,
You have a picture of this holster you'd share with us? (now that I'm a 5.11 vest owner) I'm now looking for a holster that can handle a full size HK .45, and two extra mags (in another pouch)?
TS
Roguish Lawyer
06-23-2004, 16:12
Originally posted by Team Sergeant
Egg,
You have a picture of this holster you'd share with us? (now that I'm a 5.11 vest owner) I'm now looking for a holster that can handle a full size HK .45, and two extra mags (in another pouch)?
TS
While you're at it, I'm looking for a holster for a compact HK USP .40.
NousDefionsDoc
06-23-2004, 16:13
LATAM all present and accounted for. Thanks guys.
Psywar1-0
06-23-2004, 16:35
Originally posted by Team Sergeant
Egg,
You have a picture of this holster you'd share with us? (now that I'm a 5.11 vest owner) I'm now looking for a holster that can handle a full size HK .45, and two extra mags (in another pouch)?
TS
Have you tried using the loops on the left side lower pocket for mags? Should hold 2 mags and a Surfire real easy.
As far as a holster, I used one from one of the manpurse er fanny pack holsters that I had laying around and it worked fine.
I too would be interested in a Egg holster for my vest.
Team Sergeant
06-23-2004, 17:06
Originally posted by Psywar1-0
Have you tried using the loops on the left side lower pocket for mags? Should hold 2 mags and a Surfire real easy.
As far as a holster, I used one from one of the manpurse er fanny pack holsters that I had laying around and it worked fine.
I too would be interested in a Egg holster for my vest.
I was thinking along the same lines with the fanny pack and using that holster, but that's a pain in the ass taking it out and replacing it everytime. Egg where are you?
I sorta like this but would like a little more positive lock on the weapon:
Psywar1-0
06-23-2004, 17:17
Thats the same one Im using.
To be honest I quit using it because I didnt like the way it rode, and retraining myself to draw from a new location. I went back to using a paddle holster. The added sweep to get the vest out of the way was eaiser to add to my draw than the new cross draw.
YMMV, Im just a pogue.:D
The Reaper
06-23-2004, 19:41
Originally posted by Team Sergeant
Egg,
You have a picture of this holster you'd share with us? (now that I'm a 5.11 vest owner) I'm now looking for a holster that can handle a full size HK .45, and two extra mags (in another pouch)?
TS
Eagle has made the velcro holsters, I believe the same ones as their briefcases use.
Current production holsters and accessories for 5.11's vest is marked "Made in Vietnam" by, yuck, Blackhawk.
A kit containing all of their items including holster, mag pouch, cuff case, OC can, etc. is available directly from 5.11 tactical at their website.
HTH.
TR
Roguish Lawyer
06-23-2004, 19:44
Originally posted by The Reaper
Eagle has made the velcro holsters, I believe the same ones as their briefcases use.
Current production holsters and accessories for 5.11's vest is marked "Made in Vietnam" by, yuck, Blackhawk.
A kit containing all of their items including holster, mag pouch, cuff case, OC can, etc. is available directly from 5.11 tactical at their website.
HTH.
TR
I would prefer to pay more for something made elsewhere.
Basenshukai
06-25-2004, 12:28
I'm currently wearing the vest down here ("down range - south") and I am getting real good use of it.
The various pockets, especially the utility pockets high on the front are good for notepads, pens and cellphones. The concealed carry pocket on either side of the vest (inside) are very handy and don't open unless you want them to. I'm using the velcro holster made by the local "Comando De Selva" manufacturer and it works very well. I agree that the 5.56 pockets might be better on the left side (as opposed to the right side) but, as we are carrying M9 Berretta's while in civilian dress, the 9mm magazines fit perfectly well on the left side pocket currently there. Since I would be making the magazine change from the left side, that works out well. I use the deep upper left side pocket found on the inside to carry my passport so that there is little chance that it would fall out (as the pocket is about 12 inches deep by about 7 inches wide and with velcro closures). Since there is quite a bit of media downhere from time to time, my vest makes me look more like a photographer than a "shooter". I'm happy with the vest, I think I'm gonna purchase the pants here shortly.
NousDefionsDoc
06-25-2004, 14:08
There ya go Base, get all your boys in 'em so I won't be the only one. Trend setting is blending in.
I put on my new OD green pants, my new black polo and my new OD vest yesterday and I don't mind telling you guys - I looked GOOOOOOOOD!!!! LOL
shadowflyer
06-25-2004, 14:57
In case yall wanted to know ....there is an Oakley GRP buy going on over at that other place in the APO room. Scotty set it up with Invisible J.
Half-Price off of list for anything Oakley.
JJ
NousDefionsDoc
06-25-2004, 22:13
I was going to suggest we do an oakley buy later on. The boots and glasses are really good. I just ordered one of each from a retailer.