Conor wrote:
> In article , Brian Robertson
> says...
>
>> My future son-in-law is in the Parachute Regiment and I am concerned
>> about why he has to buy much of his own equipment, that provided by the
>> MOD simply not being fit for purpose.
>>
> Have you been in the Forces Brian?
>
> Squaddies have bought their own gear and modified issue kit for
> decades. IT IS NOTHING NEW. The MOD issue kit is fit for purpose, it's
> just that for some people, there are better alternatives available if
> you're prepared to pay the horrendous money charged for them. Same as
> for anything.
>
>
Yes, I know that forces personel buy their own equipment, but there is
no excuse when it comes to basics like boots, because the army issue is
NOT fit for purpose.
Brian. |