Metrotactical

[DrDremel]

I based my definition on the term it pokes fun at, Metrosexual. That is someone that is obsessed with their appearence. To the point of being mistaken foe being gay. So on that note someone that is Metrotactical would be obsessed with being tactical. The other definition is simply urban camo.

 

[TechBrute]

DrD, it seems your definition is just plain Tactical. Or Uber-Tactical, or Tacticool. Metrotactical seems to me to be more of a stealth tactical. Like wearing my Comp-Tac and Glock concealed under Hugo Boss. It's like carrying my Emerson kerambit clipped in the pocket of DKNY. It's ok for Metros to wear 5.11s, as long as they are wearing the latest Armani Express casual shirt and stylish shoes, too. Metros carry their Starbucks double-something lowfat venti whatever in their weak hand so they have an unimpeded draw with their strong hand. Besides, throwing hot coffee in their attacker's face to distract from the CCW draw is a Metro's best move.

Having witnessed a few Metros, I'd think Metrotactical would be more like:

"Ohh, don't I look just awesome in this LBV?!"

"I'm just not sure, do these goggles clash with my balaclava?"

"Oh, I hate glocks, my bracelet always snags in the hole thingy when I do speed drills."

I think that's just a tactical queen. Tactigay? Homotactical? As Eddie Murphy said, a gay guy can still kick your butt. A Tactigay guy is likely to double-tap you followed by one to the head.

 

[TechBrute]

Oh yeah, fear the Metrotactical that spends as much on training as on his wardrobe. That's a Thunder ranch class (or two) for every suit he owns.

 

[BerettaNut92]

atek3, are you still wearing those other pants around your ankles?

Metrotactical seems to me to be more of a stealth tactical. Like wearing my Comp-Tac and Glock concealed under Hugo Boss. It's like carrying my Emerson kerambit clipped in the pocket of DKNY. It's ok for Metros to wear 5.11s, as long as they are wearing the latest Armani Express casual shirt and stylish shoes, too. Metros carry their Starbucks double-something lowfat venti whatever in their weak hand so they have an unimpeded draw with their strong hand. Besides, throwing hot coffee in their attacker's face to distract from the CCW draw is a Metro's best move.

I think Techbrute summed it up best

Which pocket do you carry your Karambit in anyway? I like it in the back for safety reasons.

 

[hso]

Metrotactical used to be Gear Fag

I think the old west version was Greener or Green Horn for some back easter wearing the newest rig for double pistols.

 

[TechBrute]

Metrotactical used to be Gear Fag.

No, the term Gear Queer was coined by operators to refer to people that have an affection for gear that they don't need. The better term for that would be Geardo, originally coined by MilitaryMoron.

Being tactical is different than being Metrotactical. You wouldn't be able to spot a Metrotactical person in an office environment, unless you pay attention to his body language and eye movements. His clothing is high style, but his mindset is tactical.

Which pocket do you carry your Karambit in anyway? I like it in the back for safety reasons.

The first day I carried it, it opened in my pocket and I sliced my knuckle off. I tightened it up and carry it in the back, as well.

 

[Soap]

How did I miss this thread!?

His clothing is high style, but his mindset is tactical.

Very cool. I guess I'm a metrotactical to the hilt then. Nothing like concealing a 1911, a few blades, and a J-frame underneath a Burberry suit

 

[BerettaNut92]

Daniel, which J-frame and 1911 models are the most metrotactical? I'm trying to decide of a blued Colt or the pimpy Kimber Eclipse are more metro.

For the J-frame, I think maybe the Ti model?

 

[azrael]

J-frame TI is metrotactical

A kimber is far more metro than the blued one

UNLESS it is a coating over the stainless slide..then it has to be 2 tone to be properly "metro"

 

[squibload]

Daniel, which J-frame and 1911 models are the most metrotactical?

Is Skunk asking for advice on Metrotacticality (heretofore referred to as "M")? I never thought I'd see the day.

IMHO, the blued Colt CAN be the more M, but that depends totally on what the configuration is...for example, Brown Custom work (think Wedge MS housing and their snakeskin checkering, nightsites) on a Colt trumps a "stock" Kimber any day.

Agree that the Ti J-frame as the pinnacle of wheeled-backup M. Though Scandium is a hot look, too.

We're talking name brands as form + function.

When you're pimpin' why would you be skimpin'?

 

[BerettaNut92]

When you're pimpin' why would you be skimpin'?

Because Ti hurts my little paws after 50+ rounds

CYBYWY

Is Skunk asking for advice on Metrotacticality (heretofore referred to as "M")?

I can't even compare to Flory...

 

[Smoke]

Oh yeah, fear the Metrotactical that spends as much on training as on his wardrobe. That's a Thunder ranch class (or two) for every suit he owns.

Could this be our own El Tejon?

Metrotactical = Gear Queer? I certainly hope not. I have been accused (rightly so?) of being a gear queer. My gear tends to run to brown cowhide, wood and blued or stainless metals. But I love the gear. It changes, it gets refined, it gets improved, but I love it!

I just can't see Possumabilly as being Metro anything.




Smoke

 

[Soap]

Skunk- Since I like the suit and tie look, I only go old school on my kit. Blued Gov't model and a blued Smith 36. I don't think a Glock or HK would go as well with a Burberry, Armani, Polo Purple, etc. If you're wearing a suit like that, kydex and polymer is verboten. Make sure your gunleather matches your shoes and watchband (if it is leather). No one can touch my metrotacticality!