An Cosantóir

July/August 2012

An Cosantóir the official magazine of the Irish Defence Forces and Reserve Defence Forces.

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gear review | 33 ESS FLYBY BALLISTIC SUNGLASSES €62.50 The ESS Flyby™ offers durable nylon frames and thick polycarbonate lenses providing broad cover- age and safety along with a sporty style. The light- weight black frames are compatible with communication equipment. Built from high-impact 2.2mm polycarbonate, the Smoke Gray lenses meet U.S. MIL SPEC-PRF-31013 and ANSI Z87.1+ standards. These optically-correct lenses filter 100% UVA/UVB rays. Medium to Large fit Black frame. vision goggles, and Tested by Sgt James Hayles (Air Corps HQ) I would find it hard to recommend the glasses for just one particular activity. I have worn them; driv- ing (in strong sunlight), hill-walking and fly-fishing and they provide 100% UVA/UVB protection. From an operational perspective, I've used them shooting they didn't compromise peripheral vision with the helmet, they are ideal ballistic/eye safety sunglasses. I would strongly recommend Flyby Sunglasses to friends and colleagues, anyone involved in com- petition shooting or leisure pursuits. They are an ideal set of sunglasses for an overseas deployment, light-weight and easy to store as they have a strong but light weight hard carry case. They are also very comfortable to wear due to their ergonomic design. RATING: Fit (Feels true to size) 9 - Quality/Durability 9 - Value for money 8 helmets, night SLEEVE, COTTON €59.95 5.11's Cotton Tactical Shirt is billed as the shirt to let you "work, play and travel in comfort and style". Made from 5.4-oz. cotton canvas, which is durable, long lasting and breathable. It features triple needle construction, 26 bartacks in high-stress areas and reinforced anti-crack, anti-chip melamine buttons resulting in an amazingly hard-wearing shirt. 5.11 prides this shirt on its breathable fabrics and strategic construction, the heat management system includes a large cape-back with a tacked centre point covers moisture-wicking Drilex® material to efficiently vent and evaporate moisture and stitched eyelets at each gusseted underarm further dispel heat and moisture to keep you cool. With two hidden pockets on the inside front of the chest for documents such as maps, tickets or mobile phone, 5.11 recommend this shirt for use in convert or undercover operations as well as for practical off duty wear. On the outside of the Cotton Tactical Shirt are two further pockets on either side of the chest, and the left pocket also includes a dual pass-through slot for pens, chem-lights and tire gauges. On the left sleeve, there is a further pen pocket bringing the total number of pockets to 6 in all. 5.11 TACTICAL SHIRT - SHORT Tested by Sgt Mick Burke (DFHQ CIS Coy) Work, play and travel in comfort and style is how the shirt was presented, it certainly lived up to its billing. I am a tall person and it's not very often that I am handed a shirt to try on and expect it to fit me. I am delighted to say the 5.11 Tactical Shirts fitted like a glove. What makes it more pleasing is that it was XL (I normally take XXL). It can be bought up to 3XL. Having already won me over with its size I then went looking for faults with it, but there is nothing negative that I can say about this shirt. I wore it working day to day, walking, playing golf and found it extremely comfortable to wear under all conditions. The breathable areas all over the shirt reduce any chances of a person 'sweating up' and the type of material used kept the body warm as the cool of the evening came in. The style of shirt will suit all ages; the military look will be attractive to the younger person while the durable 'neat, clean and professional' look will suit the older person. I have no reservations about recommending this shirt to anyone. RATING: Comfort/Fit (True to Size) 10 - Quality 10 - Function 9 - Value for money 8 This month Team-Alpha are offering one 5.11 RUSH72 Backpack (reviewed above) with a choice of colour: Flat Dark Earth, Sandstone, Black, OD Green and one pair of ESS FLYBY Ballistic Sunglasses COMPETITION (reviewed above). FOR A CHANCE TO WIN THIS MONTH'S PRIZES ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTION: WHAT IS THE MAIN BENEFIT OF SIGNING UP TO THE MAILING LIST ON WWW.TEAM-ALPHA.IE? Answers on a postcard to An Cosantóir's regular address or by email to subs@military.ie by the 22nd Aug 2012. Winners will be the first two correct entries drawn. LAST MONTH'S WINNER OF A €120 VOUCHER WAS KILLIAN DOYLE. www.military.ie THE DEFENCE FORCES MAGAZINE

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