Get Police Boots at 911 Gear

911Gear.ca carries footwear which are fit for police and military officials. They have been designed in a way that helps them to survive in rough and tough situations.

911gear carries original SWAT boots for Policing, Corrections, Law Enforcement Security and the Military. Our series of original SWAT boots include:

• Original SWAT FORCE Series
•  Original SWAT H.A.W.K Series
• Original SWAT Classic Series
•  Original SWAT Chase Series
• Original SWAT Metro Traction Series
• Original Swat Safety Boots

They are available in various models and series. They have extraordinary features which make them great for use both by men and women officials.  

911gear’s Original S.W.A.T.footwear has been designed with the same boot last.  A “Last” is the molded foot form in which a boot has been designed. It is the last which determines the available space inside the boot and adds to its comfort. 911gear used modern computer-aided-design technology to develop the last. 

911gear design boots with engineered outsoles that are highly durable. We also use compression molded EVA and air as shock absorption materials which help to prevent fatigue and injury. The lacing system in our boots makes sure that the foot is correctly seated and stable. 

Thus, we have some of the highest quality shoes in the market.

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How to Choose the Appropriate Tactical Clothing?

Sometimes you can’t avoid a violent situation or a sudden attack but you can definitely reduce its impact by covering yourself with the right kind of clothing when you step out of your home. Better shelter, a better covering position, better vehicle protection, and fully equipped survival kit can protect you from unwanted dangers. Wearing the right body armor that can cope with high-velocity rounds can prove to be life-saving. 

The following blog post describes the right ways to choose appropriate tactical clothing.   

Comfort

If it’s important for your tactical clothing to fit you, it is equally important that it should be comfortable for you else it’s going to be burdensome for you. Moreover, if you are into static duty work which demands to stay in a fixed place for a long time then certainly you need to wear comfortable tactical clothing.

Functionality

Functionality means the purpose for which the tactical clothing is to be worn. For example: Will it protect you against adverse temperature? Such features should be a part of good tactical clothing. Another important functionality feature is the storage capacity. Since you will need to carry extra stuff along thus choose tactical clothing with extra pockets so that you can carry necessary gears along with you.

Durability

Durability is as important as comfort of the tactical clothing. Don’t run after cheap tactical clothing in lieu of saving you few bucks, it would bring you no good in long run and you shouldn’t even pay a lot of money for top range tactical gear. Just look for tactical clothing available at decent market price which is durable and resilient.

Quality

Although if you choose long lasting tactical clothing it is definitely is going to of superior quality so never compromise with the quality. You may choose cheap imitation tactical clothing but remember your protection and life depends on it.

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How To Choose A Suitable Holster For Hiding Your Gun?

If you carry a gun along with you for your safety, you might not as aware of how to as would Police and military personnel. If you are new to the concealed carriers then you certainly want to do some research on the kind of holster to carry your gun in. The following blog explains few ways to carry your gun in a safe and comfortable way. 

There are in general two ways to carry your gun- Inside the Waistband (IWB) and Outside the Waistband (OWB). Although there are other ways as well but these two are the primary ways adopted for concealing a handgun.

Inside the Waistband

IWB holsters are designed in a way so that your handgun can be concealed a handgun in your waistband, between your pants and your underwear. Not considering the real place of the gun (i.e. small of the back, 3 o’clock, 1 o’clock, etc), all the firearm holsters have more or less same features that can hold the gun back in its place

 Pro:

·         Excellent concealability, suitable for long barreled guns.

·         Easy to conceal a larger handgun even while wearing shorts and a t-shirt.

·         Flexible to be positioned anywhere around the waist.

Con:

·         It may demand some alteration as per the gun model and can even make your pants tight due to jamming of gun and holster.

·         It’s difficult to get a firm grip over the weapon.  

Outside the Waistband

OWB holsters are slimmer and have less design features in comparison to their exposed counterparts. They make use of a belt to hang the holster with very little placement difference.

Pro:

·         More comfortable than IWB holsters.  

·         Highly secure than an IWB because of presence of belt.

·         Positive grip can easily be achieved because no space between the gun and body.

Con:

·         Less concealable than an IWB.

·         Prints more than IWB.

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A Guide to Tactical Eyewear

There were times when Ray-Ban Aviators were popular protective eyewear in the military. But the scenario has completely changed now. Technology has come up with better equipment's that offer higher security and protection for this high-risk job. 

 

Like other body parts, eyes also need to be secured against the unexpected danger. Choosing the right eyewear can lessen the intensity of the danger to the eye.

Dust and sand become the main causes of eye problems especially when working or driving a vehicle in arid environments. At such places the need for a high-quality eye cover or goggles rises, else it won’t be possible to work for long in such an environment with half-blind eyes. 

Although Standard off-road or ski goggles can shield you from dust but they can’t protect you from the danger of modern operations.

Earlier ballistic eyewear was not much needed as the major threat was due to artillery or direct fire and they cannot offer protection from these types of threats.

But with the plethora of terrorist bombs the need for better safety equipment's have increased manifold. Therefore, Modern ballistic eyewear is must before getting into the field to ensure the safety of eyes.

How to Decide Between Glasses or Goggles?

Before you pick the tactical eyewear, you need to decide whether glasses or goggles will suit you best.

·     A good set of ballistic glasses is must for everyone to have because they offer great protection and their compacted nature makes them easy to carry along even when not in use. The wraparound style is the best to choose as it offers an all-round protection. And when you have large designs to choose from, you can pick up a smart piece which offers exceptional safety as well. 

·     Goggles are another option to choose specially if you are to drive in open vehicles in those tough conditions. The latest models have some excellent features that are comfortable to wear and protect your eyes and face.

Necessary Features of a Ballistic Eyewear

Beyond the style and the brand there are few things you cannot ignore while buying the tactical eyewear.

Impact Resistance

There are many industry standards for impact resistance. If you check ANSI Z87.1 it has a minimum high-velocity impact certification.

But the ideal standard and the military specification for impact resistance is MIL PRF-31013. Goggles also have MIL-DTL-43511D certification. If you choose the lens with the above specification, then they can offer excellent shelter against IED fragmentation.

Color of the Lens

Clear lenses work best in temperate climates but for working in sunlight a pair of dark lenses is a better option to choose. Many ballistic eyewears even come with interchangeable lenses. 

Since, safety in the war field is the main priority therefore; you should choose the right ballistic eyewear as per the standards.

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