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-
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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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Boots
by sparky1292-
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I'm sure this question has been asked before. I'm due to start with btp in January and have been told that I need to buy my own boots. I'm looking for recommendations on what people have brought. I have looked at altberg p1. Along with the newer style blueline boots. Unfortunately no where has them in stock to try on. I manage to try on a pair of magnum viper Pro in millets which I have heard mixed reviews about on how long they last. The cost varies amongst boots. Which I don't mind. Just looking to get a pair that will last me for years
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gloves
by Buttons199 *-
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Looking at getting some gloves that I can wear whilst out on patrol, so they will keep me warm, but also good to wear if searching someone instead of putting on disposable gloves Any suggestions?
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Smart & comfortable black SHOES (not boots)
by Wikicop20 +-
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Does anyone have any suggestions as to smart, black (uniform-style) shoes that are half-smart, half-practical for standing, driving, patrolling, etc for long periods on your feet? I'm looking at some online in Clarks, but they're up at a about £70. Thanks.
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Boots! No, not those boots.
by SimonT +- 2 replies
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I'm looking for a new pair of boots for civilian normal people type use. Full leather, half zip, ankle style. The sort of every day boot I can use to the shops, down the pub or walking in light countryside. Sort of the casual side of smart casual. Any thoughts or tips would be appreciated
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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 +-
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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 *-
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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 +-
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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 Wikicop20 +- 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 Wikicop20 +- 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.
