5.11 Customer Review - ATAC A1 Flashlight - Josh Orth

At 5.11 we would like to know our customers thoughts on products. This gives everyone the chance to read reviews on our products not by us, but from customers themselves. These reviews are unedited and are solely the feelings of the customers writing them.

This week we have Josh Orth reviewing the ATAC A1 Flashlight. Below you will find his review;

Along with the cool belt that I got free-bee'd with my recent pants purchase, I also scored a handy pocket flashlight, in the ATAC A1flashlight from 5.11 Tactical. Now, we've had something of a moratorium on me buying more lights, as I have QUITE the collection (in my tent peg, IR flashlight, LazerBrite LED glowstick, Packlight LED Strips, Surefire 6PX, and various key-chain fobs, so when one just magically falls in my hands, I'm always happy.

This aluminium bodied, 87g (3.1oz) light, with a max 103 Lumen Cree-XP-E LED powered by a AA battery, packs quite the punch for its pocket-size. The lens end has quite broad crenelations for heat dispersal and ouchy-wackiness for those close-encounters .

The rubber end-button allows for silent "momentary-on" and by sequentially tapping it, give you access to the three modes: High / Low / Strobe. The "High" being the 103 lumen setting, with a purported 50 minute run time  and "Low" having a 11 lumen output with 28 hours of run time  whilst the strobe again packs 2 1/4 hours of 103 lumen razzle-dazzle. 5.11 Tactical report a 99m throw at "High" and 32m at "Low".

The tail end also plays host to three additional features; a steel clip for belt and pouch retention, nothing special here but it'd nicely made and mated. There is a squared ring of rubber projecting from the base, which gives you no-clank, anti-roll functionality. A drilled lanyard hole connects to 5.11's Break-Away Lanyard, the lanyard of which features a no-slip rubber slide, and the Break-Away component is sturdy and rugged, requiring quite a yank to pull loose, but certainly less than arm-trapping amounts. No accidental de-luminations here.

This is a petite light,as matches its single AA power source, as seen here beside the 2 CR-123 Surefire 6PX. This makes it ideal for off-hand use, pocket or EDC stowage, or in your car. I found the momentary-on mode-switch a little fiddly to use, and had to practice to get from "High" to "Strobe" smoothly, but with everything, practice, practice, practice. 

          

Thanks Josh for writing this review.

5.11 Australia

Homicide Victims Support Group - Annual BBQ

5.11 Australia attended the HVSG annual BBQ to lend a hand with the renovations taking place. The renovations were a surprise for two wonderful ladies who spend a lot of their time and money in the recovery center helping those less fortunate then ourselves.

Homicide Victims’ Support Group (Aust) Inc was formed in 1993 to provide support, counselling and information for families and friends affected by homicide in NSW. There is 1 murder every 3 days in NSW! The Group has three main aims:

SUPPORT: To provide support, information and counseling for families and friends affected by the murder of a loved one.

EDUCATION: To educate the general community and professional bodies about the needs of people affected by homicide and to increase effective communication between all parties that come into contact with families of homicide victims, thus promoting understanding.

REFORM: To promote the interests and rights of families of homicide victims, lobbying for legislative change wherever inequities or loopholes exist.

Every year the HVSG hold their annual BBQ at the HVSG Recovery Center (Ebony Simpson House). This year was extra special as they decided to renovate the house, which hadn’t been renovated in 30 years. Bill Green, who organised the renovations, spent a lot of his time sourcing donations to help with renovations. Hats off to bill who scored donations from Bunnings, Mitre10 and 5.11 Tactical to name a few. His aim was to brighten up the house and make it comfortable for families to stay in when need be. Each year Bill attends the BBQ as Santa Claus and each year attempts to outdo his entrance to the event. We believe he achieved that this year with entry onto the grounds via PolAir and escorted to the front of the house by NSW Mounted Police, California Highway Patrol, NSW Trail Bike Squad, NSW Highway Patrol, 5.11 Australia’s 1978 XC Falcon Police Car- originally from Canterbury HWP and 5.11 Australia staff dressed in 1970’s police Air Wing , Rescue Squad, Highway Patrol Cyclist , Crown Sergeant , VIP Dress Cyclist  Uniforms.

5.11 Australia staff also helped with the painting of the house and donated an Oven/Range hood, microwave and kitchen island to the house! It was a fun filled day and was the least we could do for those families less fortunate than us. Walking through the hallways of the house, and seeing those hundreds of picture frames of people who had been murdered throughout the years, really makes you stop and realise how lucky we are and to enjoy time spent with friends and family.

We would like to thank all 5.11 staff and friends who attended on the day and really appreciate all the help they provided.”

5.11 Australia

5.11 Customer Review - Taclite Pro Pants - Gareth Williams

At 5.11 Australia we would like to know our customers thoughts on our products. This gives everyone the chance to read reviews on our products not by us, but from customers themselves. These reviews are unedited and are solely the feelings of the customers writing them.

This week we have Gareth Williams reviewing our Taclite Pro Pants. Below is his review;

"The 5.11 Taclite Pro pant has been on my wishlist for some time since I first learned about them. Being slightly 'abnormal' in my dimensions, I was please to find I could get an inseam length to suit my wasteline from the point of order.

I work in an office of a wholesale company, so with my time being spent between customer service, warehousing, and invoicing, it was nice to have a pant that is comfortable in all aspects of my day.

The elastic wasteline is a great addition when sitting for long periods, without resulting in sagging pants when up and walking around, and the re-enforced pocket seams are great for my EDC knife and torch.

While talking about the pockets, I must also point out how deep and comfortable the pockets are. I'm able to have my wallet in my back pocket and not sit on it, and have the added security with the Velcro fastening.

The extra room in the crotch is great in preventing any pinching or discomfort and is greatly appreciated.

I also found the cell phone pocket is plenty large enough for a smart phone. I've a HTC Incredible S with a backing (so it's on the large side for a smart phone) and it fits nicely.

There are some features of the pant that I don't use, but don't begrudge for being there. But, all in all, I'm very happy with them and have recommended them to family and friends."

Thanks Gareth for taking the time to write this review!

5.11 Australia

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