Tackleberry
The place to discuss kit - boots, belt kit, clothing and gadgets as well as useful stuff like books and training aids.
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Equipment / Clothing Links
by Chief Rat
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Here are a number of links to the most popular items that our members ask advice about. If you would like something adding to the list please either DM me or one of the Team members for your link to be added. What I would say is none of the links posted are endorsed by us here at Police Community (other than our sponsors Police Supplies). We are neither responsible for any purchases you make and you must check with your local force before purchasing any item to obtain permission to wear it on duty. If you aren't officially issued with it, you may find you aren't allowed to wear it as it would be non standard for your role. KEELA https://ilasco.co.uk/…
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All footwear questions and advice welcome.
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All your questions regarding torches can be found and answered here.
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Introductions
by Police-Supplies- 2 followers
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This is just a quick post to introduce ourselves, some of you will already know us but for those that don't, my name's Steve and I'm representing Police-Supplies on the police community forum. We have an extensive catalogue available online with a wide range of famous brands such as Protec, LOWA Zak tool and Peter Jones. We are also proud to be the UK distributor for TCH handcuffs. We'll mainly be using this forum to keep you up to date with both current special offers and new and exciting products we have on the horizon. If any members have questions or would like advice regarding any of the products we have on offer, this is the place to do to it, feel free to post you…
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Plain-Clothes?
by SierraEcho- 2 followers
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Potentially going to be working in plain clothes relatively soon. I have been issued the covert cover to go under my clothes, but how do you guys carry your PPE?
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Plain Clothes Operations
by plainclothescop *- 0 replies
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Hi! I've recently started doing some plain clothes work out on response however we aren't issued covert body armour due it being an occasional thing. Any suggestions on what is the best clothing to wear to keep it as covert as possible? Stab vests aren't exactly slimming and look very obvious, especially for people of small and slim builds like myself. Thanks!
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Does anyone carry a kit bag? 1 2 3 4
by Fry +- 28 followers
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I know this will probably vary depending on what kind of team you're on/role etc. When I was on response I used to carry a kit bag that could fit my hat/coat etc., along with various bits of paperwork. Being cheap, I just used a £15 holdhall from JJB, which kind of worked. Unfortunately, as it was just a holdall, paperwork and things did get tatty and now the whole bag has pretty much fallen apart after 2 years of being thrown around, so I'm looking for a replacement. What do people use as a kit bag? I know people use things of niton999 and patrol store, but from looking at some colleague's they seem to be quite huge, and looking at those websites, a bit pricey…
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Watches
by Roland Watt *- 1 follower
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What watches do you guys wear on patrol and do you wear any charity wristbands as well ?
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MOLLE pouches
by Ironic +- 11 replies
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I've recently been authorised with taser, and at some point will be receiving a MOLLE vest to mount the (currently) belt-mounted holster as it stands, but we are not issued with general purpose storage pouches aside from baton/captor/cuffs from stores and the holster itself. Any suggestions for Molle storage pouch that won't fall apart? Amazon have a plethora but I am little sceptical of the build quality on some!
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Why do some police agencies not have PAVA/CS? 1 2 3
by Wilts20 +- 1 follower
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Why do some police agencies not have or use PAVA/CS, but some do? For instance, all HO forces do, including Specials, but military police don't. Same with some non-HO, like Port of Dover Police do have it, but other forces don't, neither do Border Force. Is it a deliberate lack of need or funding, or is there prohibition for some police agencies?
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Not wearing stab-vests
by Wilts20 +- 1 follower
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Over the years, I've noticed that often (more in Spring or Summer time) officers will not wear stab vests, just uniform and a kit vest/belt. In a few different forces. A question - when is it obligatory to wear one, or is it down to personal preference, or perhaps it changes with each force? Cheers.
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Hi, is anyone able to give abit of advice on which boots you all normally buy? I have asked recruitment but they haven't give me much information, only that they need to be able to be polished. thanks Rob
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Post your Tac Vest 1 2 3
by Popeye- 3 followers
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This is an extension to the Post your belt kit. Just wondering how people have their Tac Vest layed out. Please keep this post focusing on Tac vests only and not utility belts.
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Decent Torches
by The Dark Ghost +- 1 follower
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What torches do people carry? Do you have one attached to a clamped klick fast on your vest? Do you have a pouch on your belt? I don’t know why or how I’ve managed to stick with my original issued torch for the past 3 years but I must be frank, it’s dog****. I was Trying to look through some dense foliage that a little scrote had thrown something into and I had no chance. My natural night vision was better! I’m looking to invest in one that it’s multipurpose and a mixture of spot and floodlight where possible and if I must spend up to £100 I will! I’ve seen some of Nitecores Torches and I’m stuck between the MH23 and the MH27UV. Anyone have an experience …
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My fiancée is soon to join
by LJM94 *- 1 follower
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Good morning all, I'm not in the police force but my fiancée is starting her training soon, i hope i am ok to make a quick post. She is quite worried about the boots she is expected to wear during her training as there wasn't much direction on what is required. I spent nearly 8 years in the Royal Engineers so I know the importance of good, comfy boots! I was thinking of a pair of Alt Berg sneakers/defenders but she seems to think that they won't be allowed in the police force? I know Alt Berg are very practical and good quality. Are there any style/make of boots that the new recruits usually arrive to training in? She is worried Alt Bergs dont look the…
