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  • SOURCE Tactical wins Carabinieri tender, supplying specialized ballistic vests for women in Europe.
  • ACCS Combat Clothing integrates ballistic protection zones, enhancing safety and mobility in combat.
  • ACS pouches offer rapid one-hand access, setting new efficiency standards in tactical gear.

SOURCE Tactical Gear has secured a pivotal contract to supply women’s ballistic vests for the Italian Carabinieri, marking a significant development in gender-specific protective gear.

These vests, tailored specifically for women, are also being used by a growing number of police and military organizations across Europe. This contract symbolizes a broader acceptance of SOURCE's innovative approach to achieving anatomically precise protection for female personnel in various European security forces.

Research and Development

The widespread adoption by the Carabinieri highlights a growing trend in Europe towards gender-specific protective solutions

The introduction of SOURCE’s female-specific ballistic vests reflects a major advancement in officer protection, achieved through extensive research and development. Built with input from numerous active-duty female officers, these vests deliver comprehensive ballistic coverage without compromising comfort and ergonomics.

Designed to fit the female form, they provide a superior fit around the chest, waist, hips, and shoulders, incorporating pressed ballistic panels and form-fitting plates to enhance protection and comfort. This precise fit translates into improved operational performance during diverse missions, from routine patrols to crowd management. The widespread adoption by the Carabinieri highlights a growing trend in Europe towards gender-specific protective solutions.

ACCS Combat Clothing

The ACCS Combat Clothing collection showcases SOURCE’s achievements in the realm of protective textiles. By integrating ballistic protection zones into the garment fabrics, including critical neck areas, these uniforms defend against low-velocity shrapnel while preserving user mobility.

Constructed for maximum durability, flame resistance, and moisture management, the lightweight and ergonomic design ensures comfort alongside combat-level protection. These uniforms, used by defense forces such as the Israel Defense Forces, underscore SOURCE’s reliability as a supplier for military-grade protective solutions.

ACS Pouches for Quick Access

Used by elite units, this line sets a benchmark in tactical efficiency and combat readiness

SOURCE’s ACS pouches offer a groundbreaking design for rapid accessibility, permitting one-hand, one-action retrieval of grenades, flash-bangs, and rifle magazines. These pouches are developed based on direct feedback from military and special forces and adhere to rigorous MIL-STD-810G standards.

Featuring patented retention systems, the ACS pouches minimize draw times significantly and ensure secure ammunition handling, preventing accidental releases. Used by elite units, this line sets a benchmark in tactical efficiency and combat readiness.

Commitment to Innovation

"Our mission is to translate user feedback into measurable operational advantages," stated Dovik Gal, SOURCE Tactical Gear Marketing Manager.

"By integrating anthropometric data, advanced materials, and patented technologies, we have delivered equipment that shortens reaction times, improves endurance, and increases personal safety in urban law enforcement missions."

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