Tactical Pants?

[MikeBjerum]

My regrets are my black  pants turned to gray quickly.. but after that they stayed that way, My worn pants will pass muster anywhere, SORRY TAB, you won't pick me out of  a crowd.  It just looks right...............

I used to wear these pants when I was in high school back in the 70's.  They were in style and called cargo pants.  Now that I have a "professional" job I really miss them ... anyone know of a suit maker that would put cargo pockets on their suit pants?

In reference to the fading, my mom was an Extension Educator and Home Ec teacher, and she taught me many years ago to re-dye my faded pants (most common in black).  A box of RIT dye and an afternoon of a little attention will have them looking brand new.

[CZShooter]

What we without a trace of sarcasm refer to as "contractor casual?"

Sarcasm is only one of the fine services we offer here. 

I have worn cargo pants for years (before they were tacti-cool). I just really don't consider them to be tactical so much as utilitarian. I've found the older I get...the more crap I carry around with me.

[Michael Janich]

Most of the clothing you see on The Best Defense is BLACKHAWK Warrior Wear. BLACKHAWK is the official apparel sponsor for the show and was kind enough to kit everyone out in pants, shirts, boots, jackets, and shells.

The tan pants that Rob wears in many of the episodes are actually BLACKHAWK's I.T.S. pants--integrated tourniquet system. They actually feature tourniquets pre-positioned both above and below the knees on both legs. Designed by a trauma surgeon with extensive experience in Afghanistan, they are a lifesaving tool that is rapidly gaining popularity among our troops and other armed professionals.

Here's a link:

http://www.blackhawk.com/product/Warrior-Wear-Tactical-ITS-Pants,1076,1291.htm


Stay safe,

Mike

[CDR]

I have routinely worn for the past three years Woolrich Elite Series cargo pants and could care less about the look, tactical or otherwise.  They are the most practical and comfortable pants I have ever owned and perfect for CCW, especially if you like to carry two guns.  I carry my 1911 on my right hip in an IWB Summer Special holster and my J frame in my right pocket in a Mika pocket holster...the draw out of a pocket with these pants is perfect.  I also carry a speedloader in my left pocket and a Wilson ETM spare magazine in the left thigh pocket.  My cell phone in the right thigh pocket and wallet in the roomy rear right pocket.  There are more pockets that I have never needed but its nice to know you have additional alternatives.   Whenever I switch to jeans I always feel uncomfortable trying to duplicate the same set up, so I always resort back to the Woolrich pants.

My wife absolutely hates the cargo pants look but I disregard the comments as nothing comes close for comfort and peace of mind for CCW.  The version I have is the heavier weight cotton fabric and I have alternated between two pairs for the past three years and the pants look like they are a day old.  These pants will outlive me.

Here's where I got mine....they are a steal for the quality you get.  Wonderful folks to deal with as well.

http://www.tacpants.com/store/home.php?cat=1

[twyacht]

Down here in South Florida, we just have "Tacticool Shorts"



but they always go with my shoes:

 

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[Michael Bane]

JOKING...JOKING!!!

I've worn cargo pants since college, especially when I started traveling obsessively. My Sweetie (and apparently all women) absolutely despises them. When I started SHOOTING GALLERY, I decided to wear the old line of Sig tactical clothing, for which I took a certain ration of dookey from other gunwriters, hosts, etc. One went as far as to say on one of his shows, "Who would wear that silly crap in the Real World?" Now he does, every week, on his show and in every public appearance...everyone wears the stuff and now I pretty much don't.

While I don't think it's as huge an issue as I've seen on some other forums, the essence of concealed carry remains blending in. If you dress all 5.11 drag complete with rigger belt, a set of black Oakley jump boots, Ray-Ban mirror shades and a black baseball cap, might it be possible that rather than hiding in plain site you're telegraphing a lot of things about yourself that you don't, or shouldn't, want to telegraph?

A few months back a big gun trainer noted in his newsletter that at his first "tactical" conference, everyone looked like they'd come to sit around the big fireplace at Blackwater HQ...by his third conference, it looked like a small convention of building contractors. "Better," he said. Carhardt and Duluth Trading had replaced heavy duty contractor casual.

As it happens, I was at a party last night with several law enforcement types. They were dressed all Carhart, and looked exactly like most of the other men at the party.

Here's a thought...there is absolutely nothing wrong with buying your clothes from Blackhawk, EOTAC or 5.11...I've found them to be better made and far more durable than consumer copies from Columbia or even REI, where I do most of my shopping. IMHO, what you do want to avoid is a costume or uniform, anything that makes you stand out in a crowd or would cause someone's eyes to pause on you. Costumes and/or uniforms (although in the context we're using here, they are the same thing) stand out, that's why people like cops wear uniforms. Check it out next time you're in a crowd...your eyes will linger on people in even a faux or defacto uniform.

Michael B

[fullautovalmet76]

OK. This discussion made me reminisce about that long forgotten period in men's fashion- parachute pants!

Check this out:
http://www.parachute-pants.com/store/cart.php?target=product&product_id=283&category_id=63

Would these be "tacti-cool" or what!  I think that is where the tactical pants came from, really.....   

Michael hit on something I've noticed over the past few years. When I see someone in tac-pants and vest, I start suspecting. If I see the Wilderness tactical belt, I know for sure......

[tombogan03884]

OK. This discussion made me reminisce about that long forgotten period in men's fashion- parachute pants!

Check this out:
http://www.parachute-pants.com/store/cart.php?target=product&product_id=283&category_id=63

Would these be "tacti-cool" or what!  I think that is where the tactical pants came from, really.....   

Michael hit on something I've noticed over the past few years. When I see someone in tac-pants and vest, I start suspecting. If I see the Wilderness tactical belt, I know for sure......

Back before "Parachute pants" I wore The Camo utility Trousers I had been issued in the Marines,They were comfortable, Had lots of pockets, and the adjustable waist band allowed for long underwear during winter. When they wore out I quit wearing that type of Clothing because all I could find were Camo or Black that looked like exactly what they were, bits of uniform. Might have to revisit the design with more casual type designs and colors being offered.

[2HOW]

Cargo pants are ok IMO . But anything like logo hats or "trainer" belts or those adorable vests just scream....GUN!! I stay away from .

[fullautovalmet76]

Might have to revisit the design with more casual type designs and colors being offered.

Well Tom, the website I referenced above has an vast assortment of sizes and colors waiting for you.....