This document will serve as a reference for new customers with questions about the different options available for RAID Mod shirts.

We've gotten the same handful of questions repeatedly, so we figured a visual aid was in order. 

Styling

Loop Fields

G3 Style

Based on the gold standard in combat and field shirts when we got our start, G3 style loop fields are 2 strips of loop running vertically along both the lower body and the flap of the bicep pockets as seen here:

Thumb Style

Honoring those that came before us, this more traditional style resembling early DIY-in-country RAID Mods features a single nearly full width loop field on the lower body of the bicep pocket, and none on the pocket flap. Example:

Pocket Closures

We offer 2 options for pocket closure method, original (buttons) or hook and loop. We've broken down the pros and cons of each here:

Original/Button closure:

Pros	Cons
Free	Less user-friendly
Quiet	slightly heavier
Rugged and long-lasting

Hook & Loop closure:

Pros	Cons
Speed	Cost (see product listing)
One-hand opening	Louder
Drip factor	Shorter lifespan

 

Sizing

Do not assume that your T-shirt size is a direct translation; BDU shirts are sized based on the wearer's chest measurement and height independently according to the following formula:

Base size (Chest Measurement range) x Height (your overall height range) = actual size (ex. Medium Long - abbreviated ML)

Note: BDUs are cut to be worn over an undershirt, and untucked, so you may want to order a different length dependent on your desired fit and how close you are to either end of the range