The most common and practical use of tactical vests is to safeguard against injury when serving in active duty whether in the military or on the police force. Adapted for sports and outdoor
enthusiasts, less expensive consumer vests are widely purchased for paintball as well as for carrying gear when hunting and fishing.
Military and law enforcement officials use the vests to carry supplies, including bullets, smaller weapons such as knives, flashlights, and medical supplies for quick access.
Sports and outdoor enthusiasts use them for carrying lures, small weapons, bullets, and medical supplies.
Vests are designed to keep everything the wearer needs within arm's reach for speedy retrieval.