So Thomas sends us this “Close Protection Operative” everyday carry line-up courtesy of Everyday Carry. Supposedly this comes from the Middle East and represents his “non-working” load-out.
He explains:
My absolute minimum EDC as a Close Protection Operative (not during mission). Depending on the mission I beef it up with gear like multi tool, medical gear, more ammo, radio equipment, Leatherman Raptor, assault rifle and my covert plate carrier
Personally, I can’t imagine working “downrange” without a potent light at my disposal. Then again, I’m not an operator. But c’mon, it’s not like he’s got a pair of night vision goggles stuffed into his back pocket. A Streamlight Protac 1-AAA light?
I will say that Italian Salvatore Ferragamo Bifold Calf Skin Wallet looks both new and pricey. So too does the $4,000ish La Chaux de Fonds, Switzerland-made Marathon CSAR watch.
He carries a GLOCK 19 in a TXC X1 inside-the-waistband rig. No big surprise there. GLOCKS are everywhere you want to be. Kind of surprised he’s not toting spare magazines. After all, the Middle East is about as dangerous as many neighborhoods in Chicago’s South and West sides.
Anyone else want to chime in on their thoughts about what Thomas is carrying?
