John Fenna reviews the 5.11 TACTICAL trousers endorsed by Ray Mears.
Made from a tough and durable 8.5oz 100% cotton canvas, the 5:11 Tactical Pants have loads of features that make them great field trousers.
The partially elasticated waistband sports a snap closure and 7 solid belt loops, and is very comfortable, while the metal zip fly has a separate button closure on the flap behind the zip as well.
There are 2 deep bag front pockets and 2 big back pockets (built into the double thickness seat) with Velcro-closed, diagonal openings. A D-ring is positioned over the right hand front pocket and a webbing strap above the right hand seat pocket, both great for securing kit on the move.
There are twin leg pockets with inverted pleats and Velcro-closed cover flaps, while on the left leg there is a bellowsed “mobile phone” pocket which could also take a good sized knife etc.
The double layer knees can take knee pad inserts and the hem is eyeleted to take draw cords.
The trousers are cut to give freedom of movement without being baggy, and have small front pleats. The construction of the trousers is to the highest level with double stitched seams, reinforced lower corners on the front and back pockets (for knife clips etc), multiple bar tacking on stress points and all using quality materials.
Coming in sizes 28-54 waist and a range of 11 colours and leg lengths, the 5:11 Tactical Pants are tough, comfortable and quiet in wear, good looking, functional, easy to wash – in fact the only thing I don’t like is the “tactical” name, which is a bit off-putting.
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