Overview of the Rothco Concealed Carry Soft Shell Jacket concealed carry soft shell jacket
Rothco’s Concealed Carry Soft Shell Jacket gives you a clean, low profile way to carry your firearm while staying dry and comfortable. The waterproof 100% polyester outer shell, inner fleece liner, and three layer soft shell system work together to block wind, shed light rain, and move moisture away from your base layers. The result is a tactical jacket that feels ready for patrol, range days, or everyday carry.
Inside, an ambidextrous concealed carry pocket system keeps your handgun and spare magazines close, yet out of sight. Dual built in padded pockets on each interior side give you a place to stage compact or mid size pistols, while two internal mag pouches per side keep reloads organized. From the outside, the jacket looks like a clean soft shell with vertical chest zippers, bicep pockets, and forearm storage.
The high stand up collar hides a stowaway hood for sudden weather shifts. Adjustable cuffs, a drawcord waist, and underarm vent zippers let you tune warmth and airflow on the move. Whether you work in law enforcement, security, public safety, or simply want a capable CCW outer layer, this Rothco jacket, style ROTHCO-CCW-SOFTSHELL, is built to earn a place on your hook by the door.
Key Features
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Material: Three layer soft shell with waterproof 100% polyester outer shell, moisture wicking sandwich layer, and soft fleece inner liner for warmth and comfort.
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Concealed carry system: Ambidextrous interior with one concealed carry pocket on each side, padded to help secure your handgun for both left and right handed draw.
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Magazine storage: Two internal mag pouches per side with hook and loop closures so you can carry up to four spare magazines or other small tools.
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Weather protection: Waterproof and water resistant outer shell, wind deflecting fabric, high collar, and concealed detachable hood to handle cold, wind, and light rain.
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Pocket layout: Two vertical zip chest pockets, two zip shoulder pockets, a left forearm pocket, two front slash pockets, and twin rear lower pockets for a total of 12 pockets.
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Patch friendly sleeves: Loop panels on each bicep sized for approximately 4 x 4 inch patches for unit, flag, or ID identifiers.
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Ventilation: Underarm zip vents allow you to dump heat quickly during movement, training, or range work.
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Adjustability: Hook and loop wrist tabs and a drawstring waist help seal out drafts and fine tune the fit over uniforms or casual layers.
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Colors and style: Shown in solid black, coyote brown, and olive drab green with a clean, uniform friendly silhouette suitable for duty or off duty wear.
Compatibility
This Rothco concealed carry soft shell jacket is designed to work with most compact and mid size semi automatic pistols and similar sized revolvers that fit within the padded interior pockets. Larger full size duty pistols may also fit, depending on grip length and accessory height. For best results, use a trigger guard cover or soft holster insert that fits inside the CCW pocket if your agency policy requires one.
The jacket is cut for adult users and layers easily over uniforms, polos, or base layers. It suits cool to cold weather, light rain, and windy conditions. It is ideal for patrol shifts, range training, off duty carry, hiking, and general outdoor use. This is not rated as arc flash or structural firefighting gear and should not replace required protective uniforms.
Intended Users
This concealed carry soft shell jacket is built for law enforcement officers, sheriff’s deputies, and state troopers who want discreet access to a backup or off duty firearm while still looking professional.
Security officers, courthouse personnel, bail enforcement agents, and investigators can use the interior pockets to stage sidearms and spare mags without printing over business casual clothing.
EMS and fire command staff who carry under light outerwear can rely on the wind blocking, water resistant fabric and fleece lining for station wear or incident command posts.
Outdoor enthusiasts, concealed carry permit holders, and everyday travelers will appreciate the extra storage for EDC tools, flashlights, and documents when weather turns cold or wet.
What’s Included
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1 Rothco Concealed Carry Soft Shell Jacket, in your choice of available color and size
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Concealed detachable hood that stows inside the collar
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Integrated ambidextrous CCW pocket system and internal magazine pouches (built into the jacket)
Required accessories not included: handgun, holster inserts, magazines, or patches for the arm loop fields.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rothco Concealed Carry Soft Shell Jacket
Question 1: Will this jacket print when I carry a compact handgun?
The soft shell fabric, interior padding, and relaxed fit help break up the outline of compact and mid size pistols for discreet carry. For the lowest printing, position the handgun deep in the interior CCW pocket and avoid oversized grips or large weapon lights. Proper sizing and dark colors like black or olive drab can further reduce printing.
Question 2: Can I access my firearm quickly while zipped up?
Yes. The ambidextrous concealed carry pockets sit inside the front of the jacket, and the two way main zipper allows you to open from the bottom or top for faster access. Many users practice sweeping the zipper up with their support hand while the strong hand draws from the inside pocket. As with any CCW setup, regular dry practice with an unloaded firearm is important.
Question 3: Is the jacket fully waterproof in heavy rain?
The outer shell fabric is waterproof and the seams resist light to moderate rain very well. In prolonged, heavy downpours or if you remain stationary for long periods, some moisture may eventually reach inner layers at seams and zippers. For all day heavy rain, pairing the jacket with a dedicated rain shell over it offers the highest protection.
Question 4: How should I wash and care for the jacket?
Machine wash the jacket on a gentle cycle in cold water with mild detergent, then line dry or tumble dry on low. Avoid bleach, fabric softeners, and high heat, since they can reduce the water resistance and damage hook and loop areas. Close all zippers and tabs before washing to protect the fabric and your machine.
Question 5: How does the fit compare to a typical duty jacket?
Most users find the Rothco concealed carry soft shell runs close to standard outerwear sizing with enough room for a uniform shirt or mid weight fleece underneath. If you plan to layer over bulky body armor or heavy sweatshirts, consider sizing up. For a trimmer concealed carry look over a t shirt or light polo, your regular jacket size is usually appropriate.
Why Buy from WCUniforms
WCUniforms is owned by a former law enforcement officer and EMT, and USMC and USCG military veterans who know what reliable gear feels like in the field. We have used the products we sell during real shifts and real callouts, so we focus on equipment that holds up when conditions turn rough. Most in stock orders ship the same day, and our goal is to ship within 48 business hours whenever possible. We offer hassle free 30 day returns on most items, provide SMS and email tracking updates for every order, and back it all with real human instant chat during business hours and phone support at 855-452-4440.