Army Digital Camouflage Cross Draw Tactical Vest

A quality made tactical Cross Draw vest is a excellent option to carry limited weapons load-out and associated gear. Always work backwards in deciding on an appropriate Load Bearing Equipment (LBE) system and not just buy a tactical nylon vest and try to fill it up. Always think in systems. Realistically evaluate what tactical capabilities you will need in regards to ammo, secondary armaments (handgun, knives, non-lethal options like pepper spray and Asp batons), optics, food, first aid, etc. This equipment might be essential for many defensive scenarios such as the collapse of law and order (Without the Rule of Law or WROL), US military combat operations, and some Law Enforcement scenarios as well.  

Tailoring these items to your anticipated engagement scenario will prevent excess weight carried and will improve your mobility and stamina. Do not carry more than you will need. There are indeed many load bearing systems available now and many offer excellent versatility, toughness, and cargo capability. Cross Draw vests will suit most civilian and military or law enforcement users. It can be an overt or covert carry system. Its benefits are numerous: no extra pouches to buy and configure, adequate ammo capabilities for both pistol and tactical carbine (for many scenarios), comfort in use, airsoft use, ability to adjust to clothing layering, accommodation of CamelBak bladder, accessory pouches and interior zip pouches hold additional gear, breathable mesh is comfortable and lightweight, high traction shoulder pads for rifle butt placement, excellent and versatile handgun holster, fast zipper donning and doffing, back BTS webbing offers versatility, web belt attachment expands capabilities, and overall it is a lightweight load carrying option. Such a vest remains a cost effective, versatile, high-value gear solution for a wide variety of combat scenarios and it has withstood the test of time.