Featured Patch ready apparel from Orca Industries Recoil Staff August 17, 2013 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More Morale patches are all but ubiquitous these days. On uniforms, on bags and pouches and LBE; they are largely everywhere. Most times when they're worn on apparel, however, they're worn on hook-and-loop pouches mounted on uniform blouses, smocks and jackets. Orca Industries provides an alternative to this, if you need something not specifically intended for “field” use (a full set of Pathfinders is not appropriate to every venue). For those occasions, consider the Orca Industries “Tactical Mech” shirt and their morale patch ready Orca T-shirt. The former is a 65/35 Poly-Cotton blend short sleeve work style t-shirt available in black or tan. It features a 2″ x 1″ x 5″ Velcro patch (color matched) for name/ID panels above the front pockets and a 5.5″ x 4″ patch and pocket on each sleeve. It would make for a nice cover garment, though one would need to consider whether morale patches are an indicator that the wearer is armed. These retail for $34.95. The latter are 100% Fine Jersey Cotton t-shirts in black or custom dyed Tan 499. Each has an added die cut loop material field on the sleeves to add morale patches. (Note: Tan 499 was chosen because this is the color matched by Big Army to MultiCam products.) The tees are made in the USA and tend to run small – Orca recommends buying “one size up” from your usual choice. $24 MSRP, female cut available. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
