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Combat uniform

Inactive Publication Date: 2010-04-15
BULLDOG EQUIP
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[0006]One advantage of the various embodiments of the present invention is that a garment top and bottom are provided for use in military, law enforcement, and security environments. In particular, the various embodiments of the present invention provide an advantageous design for a garment top and bottom that includes a plurality of pockets positioned at locations on the garment top and bottom for easy access. For example, the positioning of the pockets provides a more natural movement to and from the pockets. Another advantage of the various embodiments is that seams are situated on the garment top so as to avoid points of irritation. Yet another advantage is that high wear areas on the garment bottoms are provides with a stitch design the increases the durability of the high wear areas.

Problems solved by technology

Current uniforms for military, law enforcement, and security personnel much time do not provide enough functionality, durability, and comfort needed by the individual wearing the uniform.
For example, pockets on the uniform top and / or the uniform bottom may not be positioned to allow for a natural movement to the pocket.
Also, many uniform tops and / or bottoms do not provide added protection against abrasion or friction.
For example, areas around the shoulders and knees experience a great deal of abrasion and friction during combat or training.
Another problem with many current uniform tops and bottoms is that seems are placed at points of irritation such as the shoulders or arm-pit areas.

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[0013]As required, detailed embodiments of the present invention are disclosed herein; however, it is to be understood that the disclosed embodiments are merely examples of the invention, which can be embodied in various forms. Therefore, specific structural and functional details disclosed herein are not to be interpreted as limiting, but merely as a basis for the claims and as a representative basis for teaching one skilled in the art to variously employ the present invention in virtually any appropriately detailed structure and function. Further, the terms and phrases used herein are not intended to be limiting; but rather, to provide an understandable description of the invention.

[0014]The terms “a” or “an”, as used herein, are defined as one or more than one. The term plurality, as used herein, is defined as two or more than two. The term another, as used herein, is defined as at least a second or more. The terms including and / or having, as used herein, are defined as comprisin...

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Abstract

A garment top includes a chest portion and a first sleeve that extends outwards from the chest portion. A second sleeve extends outwards from the chest portion. At least one pocket is situated on the chest portion. The first pocket includes a first and a second end and is angled such that an opening at the first end is facing out towards one of the first and second sleeve and the second end is lower than the first end.

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FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention generally relates to the field of uniform apparel, and more particularly relates to a garment top and bottom for use in military, law enforcement, and security environments.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Current uniforms for military, law enforcement, and security personnel much time do not provide enough functionality, durability, and comfort needed by the individual wearing the uniform. For example, pockets on the uniform top and / or the uniform bottom may not be positioned to allow for a natural movement to the pocket. Also, many uniform tops and / or bottoms do not provide added protection against abrasion or friction. For example, areas around the shoulders and knees experience a great deal of abrasion and friction during combat or training. Another problem with many current uniform tops and bottoms is that seems are placed at points of irritation such as the shoulders or arm-pit areas.[0003]Therefore a need exists to overcome th...

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IPC IPC(8): A41D13/06A41B1/00A41B7/00A41D1/06A41D27/20A41D27/26A41D27/24
CPCA41D1/088A41D13/065A41D13/0012
Inventor SIMIONE, JASON
Owner BULLDOG EQUIP
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