Very nice, but.. - Tru-Spec 24-7 Tactical Vest

I'm 5'9" 180 medium build and the small fits very well. I also have a medium size which is so big, I can wear a parka under it (not what I was intending to do).

On the small size, a little more underarm room would be nice, or adding a fabric that stretches might help. Reason, if wearing a sweat shirt underneath, it's kind of tight.

About the look, much less "tac-looking" as you might think in black. I also own a tan vest which to m

e, is a bit more military-ish. Not a bad thing, just pointing it out.

Black vs. tan - black is sleek and looks like an every day vest, but watch out for lint. It's like a lint magnet x's 10. No prob with the tan vest (same brand). Also, I think because the tan vest has black zipper pulls, that adds to its less "incognito" look.

About function, love all of the pockets. I carry a .380 + 2 mags. I find it comfortable to carry either in the chest pockets, or the hand pockets. However, since the hand pockets are lined with mesh, if you take your vest off in public, just know that your weapon might be slightly visible for a few moments.

Overall, very pleased. Gives me a really good option to carry and has reasonable access compared to trying to dig through winter layers.

If a full sleeve/jacket version were available (didn't see one) I would have ordered one of those too.

Hope this helps.