5.11 Tactical - Defender Flex Straight Jeans | Dark Wash Indigo
5.11 Tactical - Defender Flex Straight Jeans | Dark Wash Indigo - Dark Wash Indigo / 28" / Regular > 32" is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Key Features
Key Features
Description
Description
After a decade of research and development, 5.11® introduces the Straight Defender-Flex Jean—a garment that is tactically tough, stylish, and engineered specifically for everyday wear. Designed to transition seamlessly from the backcountry to the briefing room, these jeans are fully CCW (Concealed Carry Weapon) ready. You no longer have to choose between a classic denim aesthetic and the mission-critical functionality required for personal protection and utility.
Features
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Tough Max™ Stretch Denim: Crafted from a 10-oz. blend of 76% cotton and 24% polyester with Lycra® T400, providing mechanical stretch for superior flexibility and shape recovery compared to traditional denim.
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Tactical 7-Pocket Layout: Enhances classic five-pocket styling with two integrated rear yoke mag pockets and an extra-deep coin pocket designed to securely hold a spare magazine or a pocket knife.
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CCW Optimized: Engineered with a waistband and pocket structure that supports concealed carry holsters and essential EDC gear without sagging or compromising your silhouette.
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Straight Fit Profile: Features a comfortable straight fit—modeled after the popular Apex and Ridgeline pants—offering a professional look with enough room for high-mobility activities.
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Discreet Utility: Delivers the storage capacity of a tactical pant with the low-profile appearance of a high-end casual jean, making it ideal for undercover work, travel, or the range.
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Built to Last: Designed for extreme durability in outdoor adventures, professional environments, and demanding daily use.
Specifications
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Brand: 5.11 Tactical
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Colour: Dark Wash Indigo
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Material: 76% Cotton / 24% Polyester (Lycra® T400 Tough Max™)
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Weight: 10-oz. Denim
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Fit: Straight Fit
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Pockets: 7 Total (Includes 2 Integrated Mag Pockets & Extra-Deep Coin Pocket)
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Best For: CCW applications, everyday wear, travel, and professional environments
Sizing Guide
Sizing Guide


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View our size charts below which are to be used as a guide. Please feel free to contact one of our friendly staff if you have any questions regarding sizing.Â
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5.11 Tactical Pants
Purpose-Built Pockets
Every pant designed with operators in mind
Reinforced Construction
YKK zippers, bartack reinforcement, built to last
Field-Tested Since 2003
Developed with law enforcement and military input
Duty to Everyday
From patrol shift to weekend hike, one pant many missions

Durable Materials
5.11 pants use two core fabric platforms plus a denim variant.
Flex-Tac ripstop powers the Stryke. Poly-cotton with mechanical stretch and a DWR finish for stain and water resistance.
Flex-Tac stretch canvas on the Apex and Ridge. Same fabric family, different weights. 7.2oz on the Apex for heavier duty use, 6.4oz on the Ridge for a lighter covert build.
FlexLite ripstop on the ABR Pro. The lightest of the range at 5.6oz, still reinforced at the seat and knees for hard use.
Flex-Tac denim on the Defender-Flex Jean. Jean cut with tactical toughness.
Every pair uses YKK zippers, bar-tack reinforcement at stress points, and reinforced melamine buttons.

Functional no matter the Mission
One pant, many jobs.
On shift. Duty-ready cuts built for police, security and first responder wear. Uniform-compliant colours across the range.
On the range. Freedom of movement for every shooting position. Pocket layouts sized for magazines and eye pro.
Outdoors. Abrasion resistance for hiking, camping and 4WD work. Stretch fabrics for scrambles and long days.
Everyday. Clean enough for the office or the pub. The Apex, Icon and Defender-Flex Jean look like regular pants and perform like tactical ones.
Travel. Interior stash pockets, wrinkle resistance, and fabrics that pack down without creasing.
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