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Originally Posted by Jolt
Scott, thanks for all the cards in the pockets to not only help me know what to put where but to help me find all the pockets. 8O
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I have to agree. I love the cards; they really do help.
I've been wearing the jacket everytime I go out and I really like it! I haven't loaded it with everything quite yet, but so far, it's been great.
Critiques:
Collar
Ever since I've been wearing it, I can manage to roll the collar down a bit, but it doesn't look quite right. The collar really needs to fold down like a typical jacket so it's out of the way, because then you could always fold it up for more warmth if need be.
I just don't like it to stand straight up like that all the time because it really does get in the way; even when you angle it out a bit, you turn your head to the left or to the right and you've got this collar in the way, covering your chin and maybe even part of your mouth, depending.
Sleeve Cuffs:
The only other thing I'd change, is remove the velcro from the sleeve cuffs. The sleeve cuffs are very adjustable, but maybe it would be better to use magnets to hold them, like you have built in to the zipper flap. The problem with velcro, is: 1.) It's unsightly; 2.) It always loses its hold over time; 3.) That ripping sound it makes is awful.
In place of velcro, I'm not sure what would work instead of magnets if you didn't opt to go that route, but the velcro has got to go. I know you have some soft sided velcro inside two of the main pockets, but that's different and that's OK. I just don't want velcro anywhere else on the jacket (and I know I'm one of many). You've just about accomplished that 100% - just get rid of it on the sleeve cuffs and it's perfect!
These are the only two critiques I have with this fantastic jacket (two things I'd prefer to see changed, but tolerate). You've done an amazing job with this thing, Scott. It really is a fantastic article of clothing. I'm amazed at how you found a place that knows how to expertly sew and put this thing together per your design. Truly masterful.
When I put this jacket on, I often think, "How did they even manage to sew all this together? You've got pockets going everywhere, a PAN, pockets leading to other pockets... It's crazy!" The mechanics behind making this thing must have been insane.
Oh, and uh, thanks so much for making this jacket practically logo free! Two tiny logos and on this jacket, they're practically all black and blend in nicely. Thanks for that!
Can't wait to see what you do with Tactical 5.0!