Range Fashion: What's the Best Pick?

[rg115]

Been curious about what everyone likes to wear when heading to the range. I'm not talking about full tactical gear or anything—just everyday outfits.

Lately, I've been paying attention to what people are sporting, and I noticed that camo seems to pop up a lot. It's interesting because it feels a bit much for just basic drills or popping off a few rounds. Like, if you're not hunting or in the woods, does it really fit? Totally not judging anyone's style; it's just something I've observed.

I've been sticking to more low-key choices: jeans, a plain shirt, and solid boots. I mean, comfort and safety are a must, right? And definitely no sandals—seriously, that just seems risky.

Am I reading too much into this? Do you think there's a right way to dress for the range or is it all about personal preference? I'd love to hear what others think!

 

[BearBio]

I stay away from camo (as a fashion statement or to impress anyone) as a rule as (1) it's not needed around town or at the range and (2) I'm old and not a wanna-be Rambo!. I do however carry my EDC on range trips (usually run a magazine through it), so jeans or cargo pants. Tennies, and a loose t-shirt or a camp or Hawaiian shirt (If I am carrying). If I'm going to the gym after, it's t-shirt & sweatpants.

Wife wears jeans and a t-shirt or a camp shirt, & tennis shoes.

Hats if needed.

Hey, what floats your boat. There are even some "Mall Ninjas"/Security Guard types occasionally-you know, all black fatigues, web gear,dark glasses even if it's overcast or foggy!

Why advertise you have your weapons in the car to everybody, especially potential thieves? Why walk into a robbery wearing "Shoot me first" gear? It likely won't happen but it has and CAN!

 

[Onramp]

Dress like you dress normally, but with good coverage. Hot bullet cases can and will stick to you, leaving a permanent mark. I've shot in a suit and tie on a lunch break when working, but found that a white shirt often ended up with black smudges. I will occasionally will wear shorts at an indoor range, but never sandals, flip-flops. I always wear full shoes, mostly jeans, and ALWAYS a hat after a hot case got stuck between my shooting glasses and my temple. For the same reason, I avoid polymer type clothes that might melt if touched my something hot.

Hope that helps.
Pat

 

[BearBio]

Dress like you dress normally, but with good coverage. Hot bullet cases can and will stick to you, leaving a permanent mark. I've shot in a suit and tie on a lunch break when working, but found that a white shirt often ended up with black smudges. I will occasionally will wear shorts at an indoor range, but never sandals, flip-flops. I always wear full shoes, mostly jeans, and ALWAYS a hat after a hot case got stuck between my shooting glasses and my temple. For the same reason, I avoid polymer type clothes that might melt if touched my something hot.

Hope that helps.
Pat

Avoiding polymer clothes, if I may go a little off-topic, is a good idea for airplane travel (and presumably car travel as well). I learned this when I took air crew-safety and air-crew supervisor training as a Federal Wildlife Biologist. In case of a fire polymer will melt and cause more severe of burns than will natural fibers, such as cotton. I always fly in a cotton shirt and jeans.

Now back to your regularly scheduled programming!