Choosing the Right Pair of Police Trousers
Police trousers are a type of uniform worn by law enforcement officers that are designed to be durable, functional, and comfortable. Depending on what department or what role you are in will depend on what type you buy.
A pair of trousers for an Armed Response officer will be different from an officer who is based in the station or on general duties. All trousers should have a neat, clean professional look. This is why we always recommend First Tactical as they manufacture for all areas and women’s fit.
- Material: Police trousers are typically made of a durable material such as polyester, cotton or a blend of both. The fabric is designed to be tough and resistant to tearing, abrasions and stains.
- Pockets: Police trousers usually have multiple pockets to hold various equipment. The pockets may be reinforced with additional material to prevent wear and tear.
- Belt loops: Police trousers have belt loops to allow officers to wear a duty belt. The belt holds essential equipment such as holsters, pouches, and mag pouches.
- Comfort: Police trousers are designed to be comfortable, especially for officers who need to wear them for long periods of time. They may feature an elastic waistband, gusseted crotch, and reinforced knees (depending on role) for added mobility and comfort.
- Fit: Look for trousers that fit well and are true to size. Ensure that the waist, hips, and inseam measurements match your body type.
- Colors: Police trousers come in a range of colors, with navy blue and black being the most common. Some departments may require specific colors to match their uniform policy.
- Durability: Police trousers are designed to withstand the rigors of law enforcement work, including physical confrontations and inclement weather. They are often treated with water-resistant or stain-resistant coatings to improve their lifespan. First Tactical Trousers uses material that goes through hundreds of washes without losing colour.
- Department requirements: Check if your department has any specific requirements for uniform colors or materials.
Overall, police trousers are designed to provide practicality, comfort, and durability to law enforcement officers.
As I have mentioned we always recommend First Tactical as they are the premium manufacturer of Law Enforcement and Public Service Uniforms. They focus on quality and have hundreds upon hundreds of contracts with Police, Ambulance Service and Fire Service including Fire Department New York. With the owners and designers previously setting up 5.11 they have now set up what is in our opion at CL the best tactical clothing brand in the world.
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Currently in use with over 35 UK Police ARV teams are the Defender Trousers
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In the UK First Tactical use a range of premium dealers to supply directly to the Police and Public Services ensuring that the government agencies are getting fantastic prices on all products and not paying inflated retail prices.
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