Need a decent Hi-Vis short jacket...

[flashlightcop509 Member Find all posts View Profile Close flashlightcop509]

Seeing as how my new trappings include nightly walks thru parking lots/garage after dark, I'm in frickin' cold Vermont, and my mall traffic is only going to get worse around here after Black Friday; I want to be certain I'm not gonna get T-Boned into 4 or 5 pieces via Dodge because someone didn't see me in my midnight navy blue uniform at 8 pm...

Bear in mind at this point, Supervisor position doesn't exactly equal Supervisor pay yet, so I'd like to keep to within $60 to $80 total; I've checked Gall's, and some of their jackets had me drooling in love but upwards of $140 is unfortunately out of my price range currently. By the same token, I've been considering this...

http://www.uniformswarehouse.com/pro...-Jacket/Detail

But, there's no real product detail other than "lightweight" (probly not good for VT kinda cold even for short periods)... I'm guessing it's maybe a little bit more than a windbreaker, but mebbe a fleece type jacket as a liner would do...

So, if anyone can direct me to a place that has (these colors specifically) a comparable jacket for maybe a little bit more, please chime in...

I'ts 34 degrees as I type this and I still have Winter ahead of me...

[Chucky Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Chucky]

Hello Ex Mtn Boy There is a place in Norwell Ma. that was formally known as Wear Guard that was brought out by Aramark. The new company seems to be discontinuing the Police and Hospital line for the yuppie golf shirt line. Been some good deals there recently.


http://www.aramark-uniform.com/easea...sultsperpage=5

[NRM_Oz Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close NRM_Oz]

Those are a dime a dozen here with so many discount places selling them dirt cheap and some premium places making a good mark up too. They are considered standard issue for anyone dealing with roads, safety, trucking or anything that needs a high vis attire and you can even get high vis socks (not that I would ever wear them in public).

My friend's security company uses them for event work as they are like $10.00 a shirt US and the jumpers (pull overs) start at $25.00 US and up for something decent. 34 degress ? Hell that is considered a bloody cold winter night for us here ............... and if I move soon ........... will be about average winter night temp ......... I will stay where I am I think for now.

[gonzo1510 Member Find all posts View Profile Close gonzo1510]

Try Quartemasters uniforms..

http://www.qmuniforms.com/

I like their prices and their staff... usually less than Gall's.

[flashlightcop509 Member Find all posts View Profile Close flashlightcop509]

Looks like Aramark for the Win

Kinda hard to tell, but the large picture it looks like there's a badge tab on the 3 season jacket on it right where the stripe is... And I'm pretty sure the label inside the collar area there says it's made by Spiewak (bonus )

Thanks guys!

[ValleyOne Member Find all posts View Profile Close ValleyOne]

www.ombexpress.com

[Alaska Security Member Find all posts View Profile Close Alaska Security]

I'd recommend a 5.11 patrol jacket, you don't always need to be high-visibility and the reflective vest it comes with will more than cover your needs.

Plus, it's warm as all get out. I was supposed to be issued one, but shifted positions prior to that. I own 2 of the 3-in-1 parkas and they are superb.

[The Hussard Member Find all posts View Profile Close The Hussard]

check on Ebay maybe you will find something

[flashlightcop509 Member Find all posts View Profile Close flashlightcop509]

Thanks for the link Valley, but even the cheapest one they show is $130...

I went and ordered the 3 season Spiewak from Aramark like Chucky listed just this morning, will be here by Monday according to their shipping info....

AK Security, I looked at 5.11 stuff too, but like Gall's and QM, a bit too cost prohibitive for as much as I'd be wearing it; My shift starts at 1500, and now it's dark at 1645, I usually try and do at least 3 exterior patrols of my property (given I have at least 2 other Officers on site), and I just want to be sure I don't wind up doing my imitation of Rubber Duck's hood ornament from "Convoy"...

[NRM_Oz Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close NRM_Oz]

FLC509 - not that I would have much need for a jacket like that but I checked out the specs - looks like a very good quality jacket and is well suited for your needs. Will we get a picture of you modelling the jacket too ?

Are you going to post a test-drive of this jacket for us mere mortals ?

[Alaska Security Member Find all posts View Profile Close Alaska Security]

Thanks for the link Valley, but even the cheapest one they show is $130...

I went and ordered the 3 season Spiewak from Aramark like Chucky listed just this morning, will be here by Monday according to their shipping info....

AK Security, I looked at 5.11 stuff too, but like Gall's and QM, a bit too cost prohibitive for as much as I'd be wearing it; My shift starts at 1500, and now it's dark at 1645, I usually try and do at least 3 exterior patrols of my property (given I have at least 2 other Officers on site), and I just want to be sure I don't wind up doing my imitation of Rubber Duck's hood ornament from "Convoy"...

Whatever suits your needs best, it's your decision. My company allows the 5.11 jacket worn in all configurations. It's nice to be able to tailor to the weather with it.