Serving in the military is a great honour. These people are selfless and hold a lot of love in their hearts. If you have a person like this in your life, now's the time to say thank you with a wonderful gift. To gift them something they'll appreciate, something they'll never forget.

Tactical Belt

Your military friend is quite experienced in handling weapons and finding the perfect belt to hold them. This is the piece that holds every piece of everyday carry equipment. This includes guns, magazine carriers, knife sheaths, a phone, communication and other tools. So, it’s very important that you choose a reliable and strong tactical belt for your friend.

These belts are usually made of nylon, which sets them apart from conventional leather gun belts. But not every nylon belt is made equally. The high-quality ones contain scuba webbing (a blend of nylon and polypropylene). This blend has a high resistance to cuts, tears and abrasions.

There could be another layer of reinforcement in the form of a loop liner or double stitching. Avoid belts with gluing. They may be cheap but won’t last long. When it comes to the belt’s loop size it can vary from one model to another. But the general rule is that they should fit a 4cm loop. Even though leather belts may seem appealing, manufacturers don’t use genuine or high-quality leather to make them. So, stay away from them.

The main purpose of this belt is to hold your gear together. To do this, it should be adjustable. Adjustability also will give your friend the best fit, which is very important for comfort. The best option would be a belt with a micro-adjustable buckle. It gives full flexibility. These buckles are usually made of aluminium or steel, both impact-resistant materials.

Look for a quick-release system that will help with quickly putting the belt on or taking it off if your buddy is in an emergency. Rigid belts are what hold the entire equipment together without twisting or turning it upside down. If you’re experienced, give the belt a try. Make sure it’s comfortable and convenient. Also, take note of the size. It's not a one-fits-all situation. So, check the size chart and ask the retailers for help if you need it.

Tactical Bag

A tactical backpack is among the most useful presents you could give your pal. Made especially to meet the demands of soldiers in the field, this backpack is a must-have. You'll find them in many sizes, from 5L ones to large 60L bags that can fit a lot of gear. This mainly depends on the amount of equipment your friend must carry around.

The EDC backpack is an extremely practical and versatile type of military bag. It has around 35l of space reserved for storing the essentials. You can also find 24-hour backpacks. They're bigger and can hold up to 40l of weight. Pay attention to the bag’s straps. Make sure they’re padded, ergonomic, comfortable and adjustable. Your friend will carry it around for a long time, it should be as comfortable as possible.

The backpack’s frame is also important. If it’s made the right way, it’ll evenly distribute the weight and not put pressure on the back. There are several frames you can choose from:

• Frame sheets;
• Internal frames;
• External frames.

Additionally, these backpacks feature side-loading straps that add more storage space, rear-loading straps that are useful for securing a blanket or sleeping bag, and compression straps on the sides to extend or compress the bag depending on what's inside. Choose a backpack with a lot of pockets, sleeves and mesh.

Harness

It's highly probable that your friend will cherish this gift the most. It's practical and can hold a lot of equipment. Designers rely on the MOLLE system (modular lightweight load-carrying equipment) to make it as functional as possible. Just like the tactical belt, it’s considered to be an organiser with many straps and buckles.

One thing that makes the harness flexible, simple and easy to use is the fact that almost every part is adjustable. Manufacturers make them with extra padding on the back, so your friend and his fellow soldiers avoid bruises, and friction and be as comfortable as possible.

If you want to get the real deal, get a harness with 8 attachment points. 4 should be at the back and 4 at the front. Manufacturers typically use heavy-duty nylon to make harnesses because it’s a strong, synthetic material that resists wear and tear. Your friend can organize and carry smaller gear like knives, flashlights, gun holsters, and magazine pouches in the harness.

Gloves

This gift is a wonderful way to say to your friend that you want them to be safe. Gloves will protect your friend’s hand from bruises, cuts, impacts and abrasions and of course, keep them warm in harsh weather conditions. These are the reasons they fall in the safety gear category.

If your friend works with weapons often, fingerless gloves are ideal. Their two main priorities are protecting the palm and knuckles and improving the grip on the weapon. They'll make your friend more precise and faster and transferring items from one place to another.

If you want something for extra protection, buy them hard-knuckle gloves. They’re made of thermoplastic rubber and are specifically designed for hand-to-hand combat. Last but not least are insulated gloves. They're thicker but if your buddy is deployed in a place with harsh weather conditions, having them will feel like a blessing. You can buy them online or look through the store that has tactical belts for sale.

Multitool

While out on a mission, a multitool can be of great help. These tools are very practical, efficient and versatile. You can find them in many tool combinations and sizes depending on your friend’s needs. They can be as big as a keychain; some can fit in a pocket, and some come with full-size tools.

The keychain edition is limited to the most basic tools. With more tools and a larger size, the pocket version is bigger and better. A full-size multitool with a can opener, scissors, knife, awl, wire cutters, tweezers, screwdriver, ruler, wrench, pliers, bottle opener, saw, and much more is what you should get your friend if you want to give them the best you can find. Don't buy anything that’s not made of strong metals like titanium or stainless steel.