5.11 Tactical - Dredger 7" Short

Color

Black Pacific Navy

Key Features

Amphibious 7" Hybrid Short with Chino Styling

Land or water, ready to go – Amphibious construction with quick-drying polyester tricot mesh pockets
Six pocket carry system – Deep hand pockets, phone pocket, utility drops, and back welt pockets
Chino styling meets tactical function – Clean walkshort look with real EDC capacity

Built for

Off-duty operators, everyday adventurers, and active users who want a versatile hybrid short for warm-weather wear across land and water use.

Description

Get ready for warm-weather adventures with the 5.11 Tactical Dredger 7" Short - a versatile hybrid short that combines the comfort and quick-drying performance of boardshorts with the styling and utility of chino walkshorts. Whether you're cruising the streets, hitting the surf, or getting a round in, the Dredger is a genuine amphibious short built for warm-weather versatility. Constructed from 4.4 oz 88% polyester / 12% elastane plain weave with a wicking finish, the shorts stretch with the body and dry fast after a swim, sweat, or rain.

Six pockets deliver serious carry capacity in a clean, un-tactical package. Extra deep hand pockets swallow phones, keys, and everyday kit, while back yoke utility drop pockets add secure vertical storage for smaller items. Back welt pockets with double welts and faux horn button closure add classic styling with real function, and a dedicated phone pocket keeps your device secure and accessible. A front fly zipper with faux horn button waistband and a webbing V-shaped centre back belt loop add subtle styling touches that lift the shorts above standard tactical wear. Polyester tricot mesh pocketing dries fast after water exposure - critical for shorts designed to move from land to water and back.

Features

Amphibious Land and Water Construction: Quick-drying polyester construction and mesh pocketing perform in and out of water.
Six Pocket Carry System: Extra deep hand pockets, phone pocket, back yoke utility drop pockets, and back welt pockets.
Chino Walkshort Styling: Clean chino-style silhouette works for daily wear, surf trips, or golf.
Front Fly Zipper with Faux Horn Button Waistband: Traditional fly zipper with faux horn button closure for a classic finish.
Back Welt Pockets with Double Welts: Twin back welt pockets with faux horn button closures for styling and function.
Back Yoke Utility Drop Pockets: Vertical drop pockets on the back yoke for secure small-item storage.
Webbing V-Shaped Centre Back Belt Loop: Distinctive back styling detail with practical belt attachment function.
Quick-Drying Mesh Pocketing: 100% polyester tricot mesh pockets (2.9 oz) dry fast after water exposure.
Stretch Wicking Body Fabric: 88% polyester / 12% elastane with wicking finish moves with the body and dries fast.

Specifications

Brand: 5.11 Tactical
Style: Amphibious hybrid short
Inseam: 7"
Body Fabric: 88% polyester / 12% elastane plain weave, 4.4 oz with wicking finish
Pocketing: 100% polyester tricot mesh, 2.9 oz
Closure: Front fly zipper with faux horn button waistband
Pockets: 6 total - deep hand pockets, phone pocket, back yoke utility drop pockets, back welt pockets with double welts and faux horn button closure
Detail: Webbing V-shaped centre back belt loop
Branding: 5.11 [+] clip label at wearer's left utility pocket
Intended Use: Streetwear, surf, golf, warm-weather adventure

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