What Should You Avoid Wearing at the Range?

[rg115]

So, I'm trying to get a better handle on what to wear when I head out to the range. I'm not talking about the full-on tactical setup, just what regular folks throw on for a day of shooting.

I've been out a few times lately and noticed some patterns in what people wear. For example, I found that camo tends to stick out, which feels a bit odd, especially when you're just doing drills or plinking with a rifle. I mean, if you're in the woods, cool, but at the range? Seems a little much, right?

I've been sticking to more neutral stuff — like jeans, a plain shirt, and some sturdy boots. I want to be comfortable and safe (definitely no sandals), but I also don't want to look like I'm preparing for a mission.

Am I making too big a deal out of this? What do you all think? Any experiences or suggestions? I'd love to hear what you avoid wearing at the range.

 

[Alan]

Don't wear sandalls when you shoot!

 

[blazermark]

id avoid one of these

 

[PlaidRadish]

It depends on the purpose of my range visit. For instance, if I'm going to practice self-defense target distances, I go dressed the way I would be dressed on a normal day of work or a normal day when I'm out and around town.

Admittedly, when I'm at work, I wear a long sleeve button up with a tie. So, while it may sound odd, I actually set aside at least three or four range days out of the year to go to the range in a button up and a tie. This way, I learn to be comfortable and rehearsed when defending myself and those around me, regardless of what I'm wearing.

Just a thought, and just one example.