Helikon-Tex Gunfighter Shark Skin Flecktarn Jacket

The Gunfighter is a lightweight outer layer jacket made from four-way stretch Shark Skin fabric (100% polyester) with an integrated Windblocker membrane and DuPont™ Teflon® treatment, designed for operational use in cold and temperate climates. Weighing approximately 975 g, it strikes a balance between protection and freedom of movement suited to those who carry a weapon or operate in dynamic environments.

The Shark Skin fabric with Windblocker membrane blocks wind and repels light rain, while breathability reaches 8,000 g/m²/24h — a figure that keeps you comfortable during high-intensity activity by preventing moisture build-up inside the jacket. The Teflon® treatment adds a water-repellent surface barrier against light rain and dirt, but is not a substitute for certified waterproofing: anyone operating in sustained heavy rain still needs a dedicated waterproof layer. The lightweight fleece inner lining aids thermal management without adding bulk, making the jacket suitable as a first outer layer when combined with an insulating base layer underneath.

Access to equipment is designed for situations where slow movement is not an option: the external chest pockets feature cable routing ports, D-rings and device slots, while the rear pocket with dual sliding zips can be reached from different body positions. Velcro panels on the biceps allow identification patches to be attached without any modification to the fabric. Reinforced elbows provide protection in prone shooting positions and close-quarters movement, and underarm ventilation zips allow temperature regulation on the move without removing the jacket. The YKK® bidirectional front zip reaches up to the chin with an integrated chin guard, and the hood that stows in the collar deploys and adjusts via the chest pocket drawcords without requiring separate operations.

Key features

• Windblocker membrane and Teflon® treatment block wind and light rain while maintaining breathability of 8,000 g/m²/24h, keeping the jacket wearable even under exertion.
• Four-way stretch Shark Skin fabric follows the body in low shooting positions and weapon-handling movements without pulling across the shoulders.
• Chest pockets with cable routing ports and device slots allow cables and tools to be managed without opening the jacket or removing carried equipment.
• The hood stowed in the collar deploys quickly and adjusts via the pocket drawcords, keeping both hands free for other tasks.
• Underarm ventilation zips and a quick-lock elastic hem allow the internal microclimate to be adjusted as activity levels change, without stopping.
• Velcro panels on the biceps for identification patches, and bicep pockets with cable routing, complete a setup intended for use in LE and military units.

In the box

• Helikon-Tex Gunfighter Shark Skin jacket