Direct Action (brand)
Direct Action is a Polish brand of military and tactical equipment established in 2014 and owned by Entire M. The brand designs and manufactures gear intended for military and law enforcement personnel, as well as sports shooting enthusiasts.[1][2][3][4][5][6]
History
Since the brand's inception, the product design and development process has involved former special forces operators (including personnel from Poland's JW GROM)[7] and industry specialists. Notable consultants include Brandon Webb, a former Navy SEAL and military author.[8]
Direct Action regularly exhibits at international defense and tactical trade shows, including SHOT Show in the United States, Enforce Tac in Nuremberg,[8][9][10] Eurosatory and Milipol in Paris,[11] SOFINS in Bordeaux, Future Forces in Prague, and MSPO in Kielce.[12]
Products
Direct Action gear utilizes a laser-cut modular system compatible with MOLLE/PALS, designed to reduce weight compared to traditional webbing. The primary material used in production is Cordura laminate. The products are available in various color schemes.[13]
- Current camouflage patterns: Multicam, Multicam Tropic.
- Discontinued patterns: PenCott family (Badlands, GreenZone), Flecktarn, US Woodland.
- Solid colors: Adaptive Green, Black, Coyote Brown, Ranger Green, and Shadow Grey.
Plate Carriers
These modular vests feature a design compatible with the MOLLE/PALS. system, allowing for the attachment of additional panels and pouches. Key models include the SPITFIRE[7][14] (along with its updated variant, the SPITFIRE MKII) and the BEARCAT. The product line also includes the HELLCAT[15] and CORSAIR models, supported by various dedicated accessories and modules.[16]
Chest Rigs
These serve as a lightweight alternative to full tactical vests, designed to allow for mission-specific configuration and mobility. The lineup includes the THUNDERBOLT, HURRICANE, TEMPEST, TIGER MOTH, and TYPHOON. The CURTISS model is designed specifically for .308 caliber magazines.
Tactical Belts and Sleeves
The load-bearing systems consist of a main belt, an inner belt, and a modular sleeve designed to expand the mounting surface. These components are available with either hook or loop fastener options:
- Belts: Mustang Innerbelt, Warhawk Modular Rescue / Gun Belt, and the Warhawk Nautic Belt.
- Modular Sleeves: Firefly Low Vis, Tomcat, and Mosquito models.
Pouches
Modular pouches designed for ammunition magazines, grenades (fragmentation, smoke, and stun), and general utility equipment. They are compatible with the MOLLE/PALS mounting system.
Tactical Accessories
The brand offers specialized pouches designed for radios, handcuffs, expandable batons, and medical supplies, as well as dump pouches and hydration bladders. The product range also includes Kydex holsters for sidearms and both single-point and two-point slings for long guns.
Holsters and Slings
The offer includes Kydex holsters for sidearms, as well as single-point and two-point slings designed for long guns.
Backpacks and Bags
The range includes models varying from combat to everyday use. The lineup features the Halifax Medium (a jump-capable backpack), the Halifax Small (a compact version), and the low-profile Dragonfly. Everyday carry backpacks include the Dragon Egg MKII, Dragon Egg Enlarged, Dust, and Ghost. Specialized equipment consists of the Mortar pack (designed to carry 10 mortar rounds), Messenger Bags, the Deployment Bag transport series (Small, Medium, Large), and the large Liberator Bag for equipment.[15][17]
Apparel and accessories
The company offers a range of clothing and accessories, including T-shirts, caps, balaclavas, and gloves. The product line also includes patches divided into two categories: infrared (IR) identifiers (national flags, blood types, function tabs) and morale patches.
Custom Service
This service is dedicated primarily to military and law enforcement units. It involves the design and manufacturing of equipment tailored to specific individual requirements, covering functionality, materials, and color schemes to match distinct operational needs.
In popular culture
Direct Action gear has been featured in the NBC series The Brave, as well as in the films The Wages of Fear and Extraction (originally titled Tyler Rake).[18]
References
- ^ "Mundury przyszłości szyją na Dolnym Śląsku". pb.pl (in Polish). 2025-12-12. Retrieved 2025-12-12.
- ^ Michał Ihnatów (2024-11-09), "Direct Action: 10 years of experience based gear from Poland", MILMAG
- ^ "10th anniversary of the Direct Action brand at the MSPO trade fair", wmasg.com
- ^ Mateusz Multarzyński (2024-12-18), "10 lat Direct Action na rynku", defence24.pl
- ^ InfoSecurity24 (2024-04-19), "Gotowi na nowe wyzwania. Direct Action na Polsecure 2024", infosecurity24.pl
{{citation}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ Michał Gaweł (2025-01-19), "TEST: Mundur Direct Action Vanguard", MILMAG
- ^ a b "GROM Selects SPITFIRE Plate Carrier from Direct Action – Soldier Systems Daily", soldiersystems.net
- ^ a b "DIRECT ACTION GEAR | Special-Ops.pl – Portal Ludzi Akcji", Special-Ops.pl – Portal Ludzi Akcji (in Polish)
- ^ Michał Ihnatów (2024-11-09), "Direct Action: 10 years of experience based gear from Poland", MILMAG
- ^ "10th anniversary of the Direct Action brand at the MSPO trade fair", wmasg.com
- ^ Mateusz Multarzyński (2024-12-18), "10 lat Direct Action na rynku", defence24.pl
- ^ InfoSecurity24 (2024-04-19), "Gotowi na nowe wyzwania. Direct Action na Polsecure 2024", infosecurity24.pl
{{citation}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ "10th anniversary of the Direct Action brand at the MSPO trade fair", wmasg.com
- ^ Michał Ihnatów (2024-11-09), "Direct Action: 10 years of experience based gear from Poland", MILMAG
- ^ a b ET2018: Nowości Direct Action
- ^ "10th anniversary of the Direct Action brand at the MSPO trade fair", wmasg.com
- ^ Michał Ihnatów (2024-11-09), "Direct Action: 10 years of experience based gear from Poland", MILMAG
- ^ Michał Ihnatów (2024-11-09), "Direct Action: 10 years of experience based gear from Poland", MILMAG