MIL-TEC

MIL-TEC: Military Gear, Footwear and Backpacks from Germany

German brand MIL-TEC makes gear, footwear and clothing modeled on military patterns: the US Assault Pack, the US GI Boonie Hat, Bundeswehr Sport trainers, the MA-1 bomber. These are straightforward pieces for service, airsoft, hunting and camping, and many models come in several camo patterns, so they are easy to match to your uniform.

Backpack and Pouches for the Task

Among MIL-TEC tactical backpacks, the US Assault Pack Small at 20 L is enough for a few hours, while the Large at 36 L holds water, food, a first aid kit and spare clothes for a full day. The body is covered in MOLLE webbing, and colors from Multicam and Coyote to Flecktarn, Vegetato and Woodland let you match the pack to your camo.

The MOLLE on a pack or belt takes MIL-TEC pouches: the Commando and Hextac utility pouches for small items, the Molle Belt Office admin pouch for documents and a notebook, and the Multi Purpose pouch on hook-and-loop.

What Boot Height You Need

The Squad 2.5 Inch in suede and mesh wears like a sneaker but gives the ankle a little support. The mid-height Squad 5 Inch and Chimera Mid hold the ankle and are noticeably lighter than combat boots, and the Chimera Mid adds Speed Lace. The Teesar One Zip with a side zipper goes on fast when the alarm sounds, and the Bundeswehr Sport covers physical training.

When trying on tactical boots or tactical sneakers, do it in the evening and in the socks you will actually wear: thin summer CoolMax and winter Swedish socks change the fit noticeably.

Gloves and Field Essentials

The summer Army gloves have polyurethane palm reinforcement and EVA foam over the knuckles, the Combat Touch lets you use a screen, and the Army Winter with Thinsulate and a HiPora membrane keeps hands warm on duty. The US GI Boonie Hat has loops on the crown for camouflage, the British Boonie covers the neck, and the US 1 L canteen comes with a cup and pouch.