Suspenders for plainclothes/ protection details

[Tripwire]

What type of suspenders do the USSS or DSS guys use to hold up there belts when carrying all that gear under a suit?

Anything I have come across seems too cheaply made.

[kennethm3]

Suspenders worn with a suit are called braces. I have never seen a " cheap" set worth attaching to trousers. Also, not all that "gear" is on the belt; there are many ways to tote all that "gear".

[Sgt Jon]

511 makes some integrated holster systems built into jackets and vests, though the “photo safari” vest tends to scream COP!

A few guys I know use shoulder rigs where permitted, to carry firearm, mags, asp and cuffs. A sturdy belt and holster systems alleviate most issues of droopy pants.

As an aside, I remember the scene from “In the line of Fire” where Clint and his colleague were offloading a ton of gear as they proceeded toward a tender moment; noting like taking off your girls vest!!!! :D

[mcsry]

What type of suspenders do the USSS or DSS guys use to hold up there belts when carrying all that gear under a suit?

Anything I have come across seems too cheaply made.

Check out Perry suspenders. Heavy duty, well built, and not expensive. Know a number of agents that use them, but some don't like the feel. I can tell you my back hurts less after a long day of protection when I wear them. It's not an everyday wear for me, so I can't say how they'll last under frequent use.

[k9cop21811]

I'll second the Perry suspenders. They're easy to adjust and are a must if you're going to have anything on your belt for any length of time. I don't do protection details, but on days when I have to wear all my gear for several hours, the Perry suspenders are great. I now even wear them when I'm out working in the yard; clearing brush, cutting wood, etc. Some of our SRT operators use them as well.

[MikeD]

I use traditional braces, made of silk; you need a tailor to add buttons inside the waistband to attach them. Trafalgar brand is kind of the standard; I have a set in black and a set in taupe. No one will be seeing them anyhow, so it's not too big of a deal.

(BTW, though they're silk, they're not soft...they're woven and fairly stiff...)

You can get Trafalgars at a Nordstrom. I saw plenty of other, brand-less silk braces at Men's Warehouse this morning, and you can find plain black ones on line for $25-50.

[Sandles2Sidearm]

Mike D is a tactical god....with a tactical finger.....he has more power in his discerning finger then most have in their whole body....


suspenders go with Perry, they are about 2 inches wide and take a good amount of stress off your belt....not to mention I think they say tactical in the title, paint it black call it tactical....you can get them through diamond back, plus I think they are like 15 bucks.

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511 makes some integrated holster systems built into jackets and vests, though the “photo safari” vest tends to scream COP!

We call them "shoot me first" vests.

[DennisNJ]

We call them "shoot me first" vests.
I hear that a lot, but I think it's situational. Wearing a photo vest with 5.11s, Oakley boots, a "Wilderness Instructor" belt, and "SI" Oakley shades on top of my SigArms ball cap, I look like a) a tool and b) a fugitive from a Galls photo shoot. Wearing the same vest with jeans & hiking boots, I look like a dude out for a walk.

[FedRich]

I think we in law enforcement believe we will be "made" by bandits and civilians wearing this stuff, but in reality, its just cops "making" other cops. And as Dennis said, it is totally situational.

[Chaser199]

I think we in law enforcement believe we will be "made" by bandits and civilians wearing this stuff, but in reality, its just cops "making" other cops.

How many civilians can distinguish 5.11's from ordinary cargo pants?

[FedRich]

How many civilians can distinguish 5.11's from ordinary cargo pants?

Funny that you mention this. My father-in-law saw a pair of my 5.11s and said "Where do you get your cargo pants?"

I think we get made by our behavior which is contrary to everyday civilian behavior; looking people in the eye, moving with a purpose, etc.